High Rates of Hypertension Treatment Non-Compliance Linked to Adverse Effects
The study looked at how well people with high blood pressure in Jodhpur, India, followed their treatment plans and if they had any problems. They followed over 1,000 patients for two years and found that about a third didn't stick to their treatment. Older age, not controlling blood pressure, being illiterate, having lower income, and experiencing side effects were linked to not following the treatment. Side effects like dizziness, cough, swelling, and rash were common. Many patients changed their treatment because their blood pressure wasn't controlled, they had side effects, were unhappy with the service, or couldn't afford it. Overall, many people with high blood pressure don't stick to their treatment because they don't like it or have side effects.