Pharmacist-led intervention to improve tuberculosis treatment adherence
Relationship Between the Variation in Medication Adherence Level and Clinical Outcomes Among Tuberculosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests if extra support and education from pharmacists can help people with tuberculosis and HIV stick to their treatment and feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 383 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universiti Sains Malaysia Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (George Town and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06608069 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a pharmacist-led educational intervention on treatment adherence and outcomes among patients with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) and HIV co-infection. Participants will be divided into control and experimental groups, with the experimental group receiving additional counseling and education from pharmacists. The study will assess adherence levels, treatment outcomes, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) using established models and qualitative evaluations. A longitudinal design will be employed to track the impact of the intervention over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are men and women aged 18 years or older who have newly confirmed cases of tuberculosis.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant or have medical conditions unrelated to tuberculosis may not receive any benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve treatment adherence and health outcomes for patients with tuberculosis and HIV co-infection.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that pharmacist-led interventions can improve medication adherence and health outcomes in various patient populations, suggesting a promising approach for this trial.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Men and women aged 18 years or more. * Newly bacteriologically confirmed TB case. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy and any medical condition unrelated to TB
Where this trial is running
George Town and 1 other locations
- Hospital Pulau Pinang — George Town, Malaysia (Recruiting)
- Universiti Sains Malaysia — George Town, Malaysia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Aner H Khan — Universiti Sains Malaysia
- Study coordinator: Rabbiya Ahmad
- Email: rabbiyahmad@gmail.com
- Phone: +601123752199
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.