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Problem drinking and medication adherence among persons with HIV infection.

R L Cook1, S M Sereika, S C Hunt

  • 1Center for Research on Health Care, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA. cookrl@msx.upmc.edu

Journal of General Internal Medicine
|March 17, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Problem drinking negatively impacts medication adherence in people with HIV. Clinicians should screen for alcohol issues to improve treatment outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Addiction Medicine

Background:

  • Medication adherence is crucial for managing HIV infection and preventing disease progression.
  • Problem drinking is a common issue that may affect health behaviors, including adherence to antiretroviral therapy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between problem drinking and medication adherence among individuals living with HIV.
  • To identify specific patterns of non-adherence linked to alcohol consumption.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 212 persons with HIV infection attending outpatient clinics.
  • Data were collected on self-reported problem drinking, missed medication doses, and medication timing.

Main Results:

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  • Nineteen percent of participants reported problem drinking. Problem drinkers were significantly more likely to take medications off schedule (45% vs. 26%).
  • Heavy and hazardous drinking were significantly associated with taking medications off schedule.
  • Problem drinkers were more likely to miss medications due to forgetting, running out, or consuming alcohol/drugs.

Conclusions:

  • Problem drinking is linked to reduced medication adherence in people with HIV, especially regarding taking medications as scheduled.
  • Healthcare providers should assess alcohol use in patients with HIV and its potential impact on adherence.
  • Monitoring both alcohol consumption and medication adherence is essential for optimizing patient outcomes.