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Introduction Patients with hypothyroidism are managed with life-long levothyroxine (LT4) therapy. However, as with other chronic illnesses, drug adherence (DA) is a prominent issue in these patients. The aim of this study is to identify the extent of DA to LT4 in hypothyroidism patients and study the clinical factors contributing to DA in these patients. Methods This cross-sectional study assessed patient adherence to LT4 therapy by Modified Morisky Adherence Scale (MMAS). Factors predicting the pattern of medication adherence were also assessed in all patients. Data were entered and analyzed using SPSS v. 22.0. Results On MMAS, 79 (27.3%) participants indicated low adherence, 117 (40.48%) indicated medium adherence, and 93 (32.2%) participants indicated high adherence. Regular endocrinologist visits and knowledge about medication were highest in high adherent patients (p < 0.05). Need for assistance in taking medication, avoidance of medication with symptomatic relief and busy work schedule was highest in low adherent patients (p < 0.05). Conclusion Patients with hypothyroidism showed moderate adherence to their treatment.
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