Defining and understanding medication adherence

Resource covers definitions, evidence and the importance of effective consultations, with tools and interventions to facilitate medication adherence.

SPS commentary:

This article forms part of a series addressing the following topics:

  • Explaining how to use or take medicines: supporting adherence
  • Reminding to take medicines: supporting adherence
  • Complex medication regimens: supporting adherence
  • Swallowing difficulties: supporting adherence
  • Manual dexterity: supporting adherence
  • Visual impairment: supporting adherence

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