Determinants of Medication Non-Adherence Among Patients With Chronic Diseases in Egyptian Community Pharmacies
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
Medication non-adherence among patients with chronic diseases is a major public health concern and is associated with poor disease control, increased complications, and higher healthcare costs. Community pharmacists play an important role in supporting patients' medication use through counseling and education; however, the determinants of medication non-adherence among patients attending community pharmacies in Egypt are not well characterized. This multicenter, cross-sectional study aims to assess the prevalence of medication non-adherence and identify factors associated with non-adherence among adult Egyptian patients with chronic diseases attending community pharmacy settings. Medication adherence will be evaluated using the Adherence in Chronic Diseases Scale (ACDS), along with sociodemographic, clinical, and medication-related factors. The findings are expected to provide evidence to inform strategies for improving medication adherence and optimizing chronic disease management in community pharmacy practice in Egypt.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 80 years. * Diagnosed with at least one chronic disease requiring long-term pharmacological treatment. * Currently receiving at least one prescribed medication for a chronic condition. * Attending a participating community pharmacy during the study period. * Able and willing to provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with cognitive impairment or mental conditions that limit their ability to understand the study procedures or complete the questionnaire. * Patients who refuse or are unable to provide written informed consent. * Patients who are acutely ill and unable to participate at the time of data collection.