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1. Definition of adherence. In terms of TB control, adherence to treatment may be defined as the extent to which the patient's history of therapeutic drug-taking coincides with the prescribed treatment (7) . Adherence may be measured using either process-oriented or outcome-oriented definitions.
When your doctor prescribes you a medication, he or she should be very clear as to when and how to take the medication. Filling your prescriptions on time and taking them as directed leads to proper medication adherence. Medication adherence may not be easy for you if your finances are strained. Or, you may forget exactly when to take your medication, which can reduce its effectiveness. Medication adherence is especially important if you are prescribed an antibiotic. Failure to use antibiotics properly can worsen your symptoms or lead to antibiotic resistance.