Overcoming Barriers to Statin Adherence

摘要

Despite the increased use of statins as a result of expanding indications and guideline recommendations, lack of adherence remains a pervasive issue in medication management. Nonadherence to statins can lead to poor health outcomes, including cardiovascular disease-related emergency department visits, hospitalizations, healthcare costs, and mortality. Medication adherence is multifactorial, and a comprehensive approach is essential for optimization. Potential barriers to statin adherence include costs and adverse effects; interventions that pharmacists can employ include counseling and simplifying regimens.