Multimorbidity patients with polypharmacy and nonadherence Polypharmacy, nonadherence
Conditions
Interventions
Participants allocated to the intervention group will receive a structured Brown Bag Medication Review (BBMR) conducted by trained student nurses. The intervention will be delivered face-to-face eithe
Experimental Behavioral,No Intervention No treatment
Brown Bag Medication Review,Usual Care
Sponsors
None listed
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
60 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1.) Individuals aged 60 years old and above 2.) Residents of Baguio City, and have resided in the area for six (6) months and above 3.) Currently taking five (5) or more medications, whether, traditional or herbal remedies, or over-the-counter medications, liniments and balms 4.) Able to read and write in English, Tagalog, and/or Ilokano 5.) Demonstrates intact cognitive function, as evidenced by a Mini-Cog Assessment score ranging from 3 to 5 6.) Monthly attends regular scheduled check-ups at the health center
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.) Older adults who are diagnosed with acute terminal illness requiring hospitalization and intensive care 2.) Currently participating in another clinical and research study that may affect medication adherence 3.) Exhibit conditions or impairments that may interfere with their ability to provide accurate medication information 4.) Residing in institutional settings (e.g., nursing homes and long-term facilities) where medication management is handled by a healthcare staff
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Medication Regimen Adherence At 5 weeks after the intervention Score | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| None None None | — |
Countries
Philippines
Contacts
Public ContactRainier Moreno
Saint Louis University
Outcome results
None listed