Causes of Nonadherence
Source | Cause |
|---|---|
Patient | Apathy Concern about taking medications (eg, adverse effects, addiction) Denial of the disorder or its significance Financial concerns Forgetfulness Misunderstanding of prescribing instructions No faith in the medication’s efficacy Physical difficulties (eg, with swallowing tablets or capsules, opening bottles, or obtaining prescriptions) Reduction, fluctuation, or disappearance of symptoms |
Medication | Adverse effects (real or perceived) Complex regimen (eg, frequent dosing, many medications) Inconvenient or restrictive precautions (eg, no alcohol or cheese) Similar appearance of medications Unpleasant taste or smell |
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