Factors associated with medication adherence in a longitudinal study of rheumatoid arthritis patients.

Nasir WabeAnita LeeMihir WechalekarLeah McWilliamsSusanna ProudmanMichael Wiese

Published in: International journal of clinical practice (2019)

We found a moderate level of self-reported adherence over time and significant association with age, self-efficacy and medication necessity belief. The modifiable predictors of adherence found in this study can be used as a potential target for adherence-improving interventions.

Keyphrases

rheumatoid arthritis patients
disease activity
glycemic control
healthcare
high intensity
emergency department
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
adverse drug
human health
drug induced