Background
Noninfectious chronic diseases, diabetes
CORONARY HEART DISEASE, HYPERTENSION, DISEASES, DIABETES
Noninfectious chronic diseases (NCDs) refer to diseases with slow pathological changes or which cannot be cured in a short time, such as hypertension, diabetes, and coronary heart disease [MMD patients frequently need polypharmacy. Polypharmacy usually refers to the simultaneous use of five or more drugs, including over-the-counter and prescription drugs, Chinese herbal medicines, and other health products [Medication therapy management (MTM) refers to the process in which a series of professional services such as medication education, treatment consultation, and guidance on the administration of therapeutics are provided by pharmacists and pharmaceutical professionals with technical know-how [This study will establish the MTM model for MMD patients with hypertension. This model will increase understanding of therapeutic drugs, reduce DRPs, reduce their financial burden, and actively convey health consciousness and a healthy lifestyle to patients. Meanwhile, pharmacists will be assisted in improving their pharmaceutical services and MMD management capabilities, strengthening their communication with patients, improving their service enthusiasm, and reflecting on their professional value.