Table 7.
Multivariate model for factors associated with herbal medicine use among patients on HAART at TASO, during 2008
| Variable | Adjusted OR | 95% CI | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age categorized (median) | |||
| ≤ 38 years | 1.00 | ||
| ≥ 39 years | 0.26 | 0.08 - 0.83 | 0.023 |
| ART Adherence level | |||
| 75% - 95% | 1.00 | ||
| >95% | 0.09 | 0.01 - 0.65 | 0.017 |
| Herbs improved health | |||
| Yes | 1.00 | ||
| Cannot tell | 2.40 | 1.62 - 3.55 | 0.001 |
| Duration on HAART | |||
| ≥ 4 years | 1.00 | ||
| < 4 years | 5.98 | 1.13 - 31.73 | 0.036 |
| Ever experienced side effects | |||
| No | 1.00 | ||
| Yes | 3.66 | 1.15 -11.68 | 0.028 |
| Sexually active participant* | |||
| Yes | 1.00 | ||
| No | 0.26 | 0.08 - 0.90 | 0.033 |