Exploration of Features of Mobile Applications for Medication Adherence in Asia: Narrative Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Medication is crucial for managing chronic diseases, yet adherence rates are often suboptimal. With advanced integration of IT and mobile internet into health care, mobile apps present a substantial opportunity for improving adherence by incorporating personalized educational, behavioral, and organizational strategies. However, determining the most effective features and functionalities for these apps within the specific health care context in Asia remains a challenge.

Objective

We aimed to review the existing literature, focusing on Asian countries, to identify the optimal features of mobile apps that can effectively enhance medication adherence within the unique context of Asian societies.

Methods

We conducted a narrative review with the SPIDER (sample, p

SUBMITTER: Wang T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11584533 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature