Predictors of first-year nonadherence and discontinuation of statins among older adults: a retrospective cohort study.

Richard Ofori-AsensoJenni IlomäkiMark TaceySi SiAndrea J CurtisElla ZomerJ Simon BellSophia ZoungasDanny Liew

Published in: British journal of clinical pharmacology (2018)

Among older adults prescribed statins, first-year nonadherence and discontinuation are high. Specific population subgroups such as people aged ≥85 years, those with diabetes or anxiety may require additional attention to improve statin adherence.

Keyphrases

cardiovascular disease
type diabetes
glycemic control
working memory
coronary artery disease
sleep quality
adipose tissue
insulin resistance
low density lipoprotein