A Pharmacy-Based eHealth Intervention Promoting Correct Use of Medication in Patients With Asthma and COPD: Nonrandomized Pre-Post Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affect millions of people worldwide. While medication can control and improve disease symptoms, incorrect use of medication is a common problem. The eHealth intervention SARA (Service Apothecary Respiratory Advice) aims to improve participants' correct use of inhalation medication by providing information and as-needed tailored follow-up support by a pharmacist.

Objective

The primary aim of this study was to investigate the effect of SARA on exacerbation rates in participants with asthma and COPD. Secondary aims were to investigate its effects in terms of adherence to maintenance medication and antimycotic treatment.

Methods

In this nonrandomized pre-post study, medication dispensing data from 382 Dutc

SUBMITTER: Schnoor K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9218880 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature