Research Analysis on Medication Compliances of Tuberculosis Patients
- VernacularTitle:结核病患者用药依从性的调查分析
- Author:
Liangyi ZHAO
;
Xiaoyan XIE
;
Yanhong SHEN
;
Yanxin SHAO
;
Yan GUO
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Tuberculosis;
Compliance;
Medication directions
- From:
China Pharmacy
2005;0(17):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVE:To probe into the status quo of medication compliances and problems in the medication of patients with tuberculosis so as to direct their use of drugs.METHODS:Information on medication compliances of tuberculosis patients who experienced regular physical examinations was investigated by interview and questionnaires,and which were analyzed statistically.RESULTS:Of the562cases investigated,54%followed or almost followed medication directions;46%failed to follow normal drug therapy for different reasons.CONCLUSION:The pharmacists should do their utmost to expand the range of pharmaceutical care so as to improve patients'medication compliances.
