Table 1.

Concepts from the TSQM and example items from GIS

TSQM domains	Concepts
Effectiveness	• Prevent or treat the condition • Relief of symptoms
Side effects	• Interference with physical functioning • Interference with mental functioning • Interference with mood or emotions
Convenience	• Ease of medication use • Ease of planning • Frequency of medication use
Global satisfaction	• Global satisfaction
GIS scales	Example items
Impact of gout overall (three scales)
Gout concern overall	• I am worried that I will have a gout attack within the next year • I worry that I will not be able to continue to enjoy my leisure activities as a result of my gout
Gout medication side effects	• I am bothered by side effects from my gout medications • I worry about long-term effects of gout medications
Unmet gout treatment need	• I have control over my gout • My current medications do not work well to prevent gout attacks from happening
During gout attack (two scales)
Gout concern during attack	• It is difficult to plan ahead for events or activities because I may have a gout attack • I am mad or angry when I experience a gout attack
Well-being during attack	• How much did your symptoms interfere with your normal work (including both work outside the home and housework) • How much did your symptoms interfere with your enjoyment of life?

Abbreviations: GIS, Gout Impact Scale; TSQM, Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire for Medication.