Is there a 2026 AGS Beers Criteria update?

As of September 2026, the current official AGS Beers Criteria remains the 2023 edition.

Searches for a “2026 AGS Beers Criteria update” can surface newer articles or educational materials, but these should not be confused with a new edition of the criteria itself.

What is the latest official Beers Criteria?

The current edition is the 2023 AGS Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults.

Who maintains the AGS Beers Criteria?

The American Geriatrics Society maintains the criteria and publishes official updates and supporting resources.

What does the Beers Criteria cover?

The criteria identify medications and medication classes that may warrant additional review in older adults, including medicines affected by certain health conditions, drug-drug interactions and kidney function.

Should a caregiver stop a medicine because it appears in the Beers Criteria?

No. The criteria support clinical review and person-centred decision-making. A medicine appearing in the criteria is a reason to ask questions, not an instruction to stop treatment.

Medication changes should be discussed with a doctor, pharmacist or another qualified healthcare professional.

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Sources

American Geriatrics Society. 2023 Updated AGS Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults.

ConcordMeds does not provide medical advice. Do not start, stop or change medication without guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.