Predictors of non-adherence to antihypertensive medications: A cross-sectional study from a regional hospital in Afghanistan.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Non-adherence to antihypertensive medications (AHMs) is a widespread problem. Cardiovascular morbidity and mortality reduction is possible via better adherence rates among hypertensive patients.

Objectives

This study aimed to assess the prevalence of non-adherence to AHMs and its predictors among hypertensive patients who attended Mirwais Regional Hospital in Kandahar, Afghanistan.

Methods

A cross-sectional study using random sampling method was conducted among hypertensive patients, aged ≥18 years in Mirwais Regional Hospital at a 6-month follow-up between October and December 2022. To assess non-adherence to AHMs, we employed the Hill-Bone Medication Adherence scale. A value below or equal to 80% of the total score was used to signify non-adherence. A mul

SUBMITTER: Stanikzai MH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10752561 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature