Investigation of concordance and adherence in patients with diabetes
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Investigation into concordance and adherence with prescribed medication in patients with diabetes and the role of perception of risk and the use of herbal medicine in altering concordance/adherence in patients with diabetes.
IRAS ID
136729
Contact name
Jane Nally
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Glasgow Caledonian University
Duration of Study in the UK
2 years, 11 months, 28 days
Research summary
Diabetes mellitus (diabetes) is on the increase to the point where it has reached epidemic levels. The underlying cause is a genetic predisposition coupled mainly with obesity and lack of exercise. The long-term damage caused by the disease includes damage to kidneys, eyes, nerves and blood vessels leading to disability and premature death. The cost of the treatment of diabetes and its complications is considerable, however there is evidence that there is substantial wastage of medicine by patients not taking their prescribed tablets. Medical expenditure can be controlled by improving patient adherence to medication. Non-adherence to chronic medications occurs for many reasons including lack of perception of the importance of the disease and its treatment, and use of complimentary and alternative medicines including herbal medicines. The purpose of this audit is to measure the adherence to medication in patients with diabetes, patient perception of obesity and how this relates to obesity measurements and the use of herbal medicine in patients from different backgrounds living in Scotland. A better understanding of these issues will allow the development of interventions to improve adherence, reduce obesity and prevent the long term complications of diabetes. The audit will use a questionnaire as well as access to patient records to evaluate complications, biochemical measurements and obesity trends.
REC name
East of Scotland Research Ethics Service REC 2
REC reference
17/ES/0095
Date of REC Opinion
19 Jul 2017
REC opinion
Unfavourable Opinion