Home blood pressure monitoring with pharmacist support for women
The Effect of Pharmacist-Initiated Home Blood Pressure Monitoring on Blood Pressure Control in Women
This study tests if women with high blood pressure can better control their condition by using home monitoring along with support from pharmacists compared to regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 368 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Alberta Academic / other |
| Locations | 26 sites (Aylmer, Ontario and 25 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05991414 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of home blood pressure monitoring combined with pharmacist care in improving blood pressure control among women with elevated blood pressure. Participants will be randomized into two groups: one receiving enhanced pharmacist support and home monitoring, and the other receiving usual care. Over a 24-week period, patients will measure their blood pressure at home and share the results with their pharmacists, who will provide tailored education and therapy recommendations. The study aims to determine if this approach leads to better blood pressure management compared to standard care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18 and older with elevated blood pressure or those currently diagnosed with hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients experiencing hypertensive emergencies or those currently using a home blood pressure monitor may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve blood pressure control in women, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that both home blood pressure monitoring and pharmacist-led care can improve blood pressure management, suggesting a positive outlook for this combined approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Patients will be included if they are female ≥18 years of age and meet one of the following criteria: No established diagnosis and/or treatment for hypertension. * Average of three AOBP readings at two pharmacy visits within a 2-week period: * SBP ≥140 mmHg or DBP ≥90 mmHg * SBP ≥130 mmHg or DBP ≥80 mmHg if they have diabetes Established diagnosis or currently on treatment for hypertension. * Average of three AOBP readings from one pharmacy visit: * SBP ≥140mmHg or DBP ≥90mmHg * SBP ≥130mmHg or DBP ≥80mmHg if they have diabetes Exclusion Criteria: * Male * Having hypertensive urgency or emergency as determined on screening defined as (these patients will be referred to urgent care): * Severe elevation of SBP \>180mmHg and/or DBP \>120mmHg * Taking oral contraceptives * Arm that \<24cm (9.4") or an arm that is \>43cm (17") * Currently have, or are using a home blood pressure monitor * No access to a smartphone or internet * Unwilling or unable to participate or provide informed consent and sign the consent form * If the patient is pregnant * Participating or planning to participate in another research study or project
Where this trial is running
Aylmer, Ontario and 25 other locations
- Hills Clinic Pharmacy — Aylmer, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Eagle Ridge Pharmacy — Barrie, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Mcintyre IDA — Blenheim, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Shopper's Drug Mart #646 — Collingwood, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Trailside Pharmacy Pharmasave — Fergus, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- HealthMax Pharmacy — Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Inverary Pharmasave — Kingston, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Kawartha Lakes Pharmacy — Lindsay, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Guardian MarkhaMack Pharmacy — Markham, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Zak's Pharmacy — Milton, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Custom Health Pharmacy — Mississauga, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Sav-ON IDA Pharmacy — Oakville, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Lifecare Rx Pharmacy — Oakville, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Countryside Pharmacy — Omemee, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy #143 — Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Brisson Pharmacy — Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Pharmasave Sally's Pharmacy — Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Kashyaps Pharmacy Peterborough — Peterborough, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Hogan at the Bluewater Medical Clinic — Sarnia, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Medicine Shopper #297 — Scarborough, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Springwater Pharmacy — Springwater, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Port Weller Pharmacy — St. Catherines, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Health Care Pharmacy Pharmasave 683 — Sudbury, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Shopper's Drug Mart #500 — Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Shopper's Drug Mart #994 — Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
- Ultima Apothecary — Windsor, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ross Tsuyuki, PharmD — University of Alberta
- Study coordinator: Daniel Burton, PharmD
- Email: dburton@ualberta.ca
- Phone: 403-510-7384
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.