1. What is Medication Compliance Percentage?

Medication compliance percentage measures how faithfully a patient follows their prescribed medication regimen. It's calculated by comparing the number of doses taken versus the number prescribed over a specific period.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the compliance formula:

Where:

• \( Taken \) — Number of doses actually taken
• \( Prescribed \) — Number of doses prescribed

Explanation: The formula calculates what percentage of the prescribed doses were actually taken by the patient.

3. Importance of Compliance Measurement

Details: Medication compliance is crucial for treatment effectiveness. Poor compliance can lead to treatment failure, disease progression, and increased healthcare costs.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of doses taken and prescribed during the same time period. Both values must be positive integers, and taken cannot exceed prescribed.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is considered good compliance?
A: Generally, ≥80% is considered good compliance, though this varies by medication and condition.

Q2: How can compliance be improved?
A: Strategies include simplifying regimens, using pill organizers, setting reminders, and addressing side effects.

Q3: What are common reasons for poor compliance?
A: Forgetfulness, complex regimens, cost, side effects, and lack of symptoms are common reasons.

Q4: Can compliance be over 100%?
A: Normally no, unless the patient is taking more than prescribed (which may indicate misuse).

Q5: How is this different from adherence?
A: Compliance refers to following instructions, while adherence includes the patient's agreement with the treatment plan.