Keywords:
Prescription Refill Compliance, Mobile Health, Medication Adherence, Digital Reminders, mHealth, Chronic Disease Management, App-Based Intervention, Refill Behavior, Health Technology, Patient Engagement
Abstract
Prescription refill non-compliance continues to pose a major barrier to effective chronic disease management. Missed refills lead to medication gaps that compromise therapeutic outcomes, especially in patients with conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and asthma. With the rapid growth in mobile health (mHealth) technologies, app-based reminder systems have emerged as promising tools to influence patient behavior positively. This study evaluates the impact of mobile app-based reminders on prescription refill compliance rates across a diverse patient cohort. A quasi-experimental design was employed, comparing refill behaviors among patients using app reminders with those relying on standard pharmacy refill processes. The results indicate a statistically significant improvement in adherence rates among users of mobile reminders, particularly among younger demographics and patients with long-term medication regimens. The study highlights usability, digital literacy, and integration with pharmacy systems as key enablers of effectiveness. The findings contribute to the growing evidence supporting digital health interventions and propose recommendations for integrating reminder tools into patient-centered care strategies.
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How to cite
Rohit Saluja (2018). Evaluating the Effectiveness of Mobile App Reminders on Prescription Refill Compliance. International Journal for Research in Management & Pharmacy, 7(11).
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