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Factors Affecting the Non-adherence to Antihypertensive Medication Treatment Among Adult Patients in Selected Private Hospitals in Southern Palawan: Basis for Strategic Compliance Program

Author(s) Mr. Victor Angelo -(n/a) Vera, Roy Albert N. Acosta
Country Philippines
Abstract Hypertension remains a major public health issue, especially in underserved areas like southern Palawan. This study investigated the factors affecting non-adherence to antihypertensive medication among 151 adult patients from three private hospitals using the WHO's five adherence dimensions. Results showed moderate non-adherence levels, with 44.37% of patients moderately non-adherent and 26.49% highly or very non-adherent. Non-adherence was most common among older adults, males, employed individuals, and those with lower income. The strongest contributing factors were social/economic and patient-related issues. Significant associations were found between non-adherence and age, sex, employment, and income, but not with education or civil status. The study recommends targeted, context-specific interventions—such as patient education, financial assistance, and healthcare support—led by nurses and physicians, alongside policy efforts to improve access to medications and patient-centered care.
Keywords Hypertension, Medication Non-Adherence, Socioeconomic Factors, Patient-related, Therapy-related, Condition-related, Healthcare system-related
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-06-04
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.47021
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9m7jh
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