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[Medication adherence in asthma therapy--a structured review].

J Fischer1, A Wimmer, J Mahlich

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Improving asthma therapy adherence is crucial for better patient outcomes. Key factors include patient beliefs, physician relationships, and medication plans, necessitating individualized, cost-effective programs.

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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Pharmacology
  • Health Services Research

Context:

  • Asthma therapy adherence rates are suboptimal.
  • Poor adherence significantly impacts patient health and healthcare costs.
  • A comprehensive literature review is needed to understand adherence determinants.

Purpose:

  • To review the literature on determinants of adherence in asthma therapy.
  • To identify potential strategies for improving adherence.
  • To discuss the economic implications of poor adherence.

Summary:

  • Systematic literature search identified 53 relevant articles.
  • Key adherence drivers include patient beliefs, comorbidities, physician-patient dynamics, and medication complexity.
  • The cost-effectiveness of adherence interventions requires further investigation.

Impact:

  • Highlights the critical role of adherence in asthma control.
  • Emphasizes the need for developing cost-effective, personalized adherence programs.
  • Informs future research and clinical practice for enhancing asthma management.