Table 2 Standardised schema to word recommendations
From: A set of systematic reviews to help reduce inappropriate prescribing to older people: study protocol
Strength of the recommendation | Â |
 • Weak recommendation: It is suggested to discontinue [include the drug] for the management of [include the indication] because it [include the wording regarding the quality of the evidence] |  |
 • Strong recommendation It is recommended to discontinue [include the drug] for the management of [include the indication] because it [include the wording regarding the quality of the evidence] |  |
Quality of the evidence | Â |
 • High quality of evidence: increases/decreases/is associated with … |  |
 • Moderate quality of evidence: appears to increase/decrease/be associated with … |  |
 • Low quality of evidence: may increase/decrease/be associated with … |  |