Table III.

 Methods to Increase Patient Adherence to Medication

Inform the patient of the risk of hypertension and the benefits of effective treatment.

Provide clear written and oral instructions about treatment.

Tailor the treatment regimens to the patient’s lifestyle and needs.

Simplify treatment by reducing, if possible, the number of daily medications.

Involve patient’s partner or family in information on disease and treatment.

Make use of self‐measurement of blood pressure at home and of behavioral strategies such as reminder systems.

Pay great attention to side effects (even if subtle) and be prepared to timely change drug doses or type if needed.

Dialogue with patient regarding adherence and be informed of his/her problems.

Provide reliable support system and affordable prices.

Use telemonitoring system. 39

Adapted with permission from Mancia et al. ⁴