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Theophylline compliance in asthmatic children
Annals of Allergy
|January 1, 1985
Summary
This study found that 72% of children with asthma complied with theophylline treatment. Parental encouragement and supervision were key behavioral interventions for improving medication compliance in pediatric asthma patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Behavioral Pediatrics
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition affecting children.
- Theophylline is a medication used to manage asthma symptoms.
- Medication compliance is crucial for effective asthma management in children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess theophylline compliance in children with chronic asthma.
- To identify factors influencing theophylline compliance.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of behavioral interventions on medication adherence.
Main Methods:
- A 6-month outpatient study involving 39 children with chronic asthma.
- Monitoring of mean theophylline serum levels to define compliance (≥ 5 mcg/ml).
- Implementation and assessment of specific behavioral interventions to improve compliance.
Main Results:
- 72% of participants achieved theophylline compliance.
- Both compliant and non-compliant groups showed significant reduction in wheezing symptoms.
- Demographic factors did not correlate with compliance.
- Parental encouragement and supervision were effective behavioral interventions.
Conclusions:
- A majority of children with asthma can achieve theophylline compliance with appropriate support.
- Behavioral interventions, particularly those involving parental engagement, are effective in improving pediatric asthma medication adherence.
- Further research into tailored behavioral strategies may enhance treatment outcomes for pediatric asthma.