Abstract
Primary objective of the research was to study the factors affecting patient compliance in DM II patients and to suggest necessary
steps to resolve the problem. Quantitative descriptive correlational study was conducted by stratified sampling method in 3
different hospitals of Hyderabad city. Data were collected by an approved questionnaire. A total of 140 known DM II patients with
an average age of 53.79±14.72 years (BMI= 23.82 ± 3.8) were approached and the response rate was 93.33%. 63% felt unhealthy
and 95% of them were not satisfied with their health condition. 29% of the patients were diagnosed as diabetic 10 years ago and
87% people are suffering from comorbid states as well. 73% of the patients regularly monitor glucose level. 67 out of 140 were on
once daily dosing of oral hypoglycemic, 61% were on insulin. There was a strong association found between prescribed medication
administration and habitual forgetful attitude (p <0.02). Majority of the patients responded that hypoglycemic agents would be
more affordable if they are of lowprice (n=80) and if less in no: (n=92). Only 31.4% patients consult pharmacist. 88.7% of the
patients were completely satisfied with the attitude and behaviour of health professional but still 60% felt that in rush hours health
professionals avoid listening to their problems. The study showed different aspects of non-compliance with medications and the
factors affecting medication compliance. The individual’s stand point and objectives undoubtedly affect adherence to a medical
treatment plan and cannot be over looked. By provoking social sustenance and presenting information about side effects,
Compliance with drug therapy can be increased and this will lead to the development of better health care system in the society.
steps to resolve the problem. Quantitative descriptive correlational study was conducted by stratified sampling method in 3
different hospitals of Hyderabad city. Data were collected by an approved questionnaire. A total of 140 known DM II patients with
an average age of 53.79±14.72 years (BMI= 23.82 ± 3.8) were approached and the response rate was 93.33%. 63% felt unhealthy
and 95% of them were not satisfied with their health condition. 29% of the patients were diagnosed as diabetic 10 years ago and
87% people are suffering from comorbid states as well. 73% of the patients regularly monitor glucose level. 67 out of 140 were on
once daily dosing of oral hypoglycemic, 61% were on insulin. There was a strong association found between prescribed medication
administration and habitual forgetful attitude (p <0.02). Majority of the patients responded that hypoglycemic agents would be
more affordable if they are of lowprice (n=80) and if less in no: (n=92). Only 31.4% patients consult pharmacist. 88.7% of the
patients were completely satisfied with the attitude and behaviour of health professional but still 60% felt that in rush hours health
professionals avoid listening to their problems. The study showed different aspects of non-compliance with medications and the
factors affecting medication compliance. The individual’s stand point and objectives undoubtedly affect adherence to a medical
treatment plan and cannot be over looked. By provoking social sustenance and presenting information about side effects,
Compliance with drug therapy can be increased and this will lead to the development of better health care system in the society.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 246-252 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research |
| Volume | 24 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Early online date | 31 Dec 2013 |
| Publication status | Published online - 31 Dec 2013 |
Keywords
- Complaince
- Diabetes mellitus II
- Insulin
- medications
- Oral Hypoglycemics
