An Analytical Exploration of Various Non-Pharmacological Approaches Utilized in Managing Diabetes Among Patients in Malaysia
Fahmi Hassan, Ernieda Hatah
2022International Journal of Social and Psychological Aspects of Healthcare12 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF
Abstract
Pharmacotherapy plays an important role in diabetes treatment, effectively managing the condition and reducing the risk of complications. Achieving optimal glycaemic control can help ease the strain on healthcare resources. However, one of the major challenges in diabetes management is poor adherence to prescribed medications. In Malaysia, reported adherence rates vary between 36% and 87% for oral antidiabetic drugs and between 54% and 81% for insulin therapy. To improve glycaemic regulation and
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MedicineDiabetes mellitusIntensive care medicinePharmacotherapyDiabetes managementDiabetes controlHealth careMedical prescriptionDiabetes treatmentInsulinType 2 diabetesControl (management)MEDLINEHealthcare systemRisk managementMedication adherenceRisk analysis (engineering)Risk assessmentDisease managementDrugQuality managementDiabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and LipoproteinsDiabetes Management and EducationDiabetes Treatment and Management