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NCT03861845 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Impact of Pillboxes on Medical Adherence
A NA study, sponsored by Florida International University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 15
- Enrollment target
NCT03861845: Completed NA study, sponsored by Florida International University.
NCT03861845 is a NA study that has completed, run by Florida International University. The registered enrollment target is 15 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03861845, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Florida International University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 15 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
This study uses an experimental design to test the impact of different types of pillboxes on medication adherence. Participants in this study will randomized to receive one of the three pillbox interventions: 1) A standard seven day a week, one-dose per day pillbox with training 2) an off-the-shelf pillbox that was purchased specifically for the individual's needs with training and education, or 3) a customized 3D printed pillbox that was designed and manufactured specifically to the individual's needs with training and education. Participants will have three visits with the research team to collect baseline data, receive the pillbox, and collect follow up data. Risks to the study include loss of time, boredom, invasion of privacy, and medication errors. The investigators have taken precautions to mitigate these risks. This study will improve understanding of medication adherence and potentially help us better address poor medication adherence which needlessly causes morbidity, mortality, and costs over $300 million in unnecessary healthcare costs each year.
Primary Outcome
Medication adherence will be measured by the Adherence to Refills and Medications Scale (ARMS). The ARMS is a 7-item assessment. Participants indicate the extent of their adherence on a 4-point Likert-like scale. Scores range from 7 - 28, with higher scores indicating worse medication adherence.
Interventions
- DEVICE Standard off-the-shelf pillbox
- DEVICE Custom off-the-shelf pillbox
- DEVICE Custom designed and manufactured pillbox
- BEHAVIORAL Education & Training
- BEHAVIORAL Reflection on medication routines
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 15 participants |
| Start Date | 2019-02-10 |
| Est. Completion | 2019-05-01 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT03861845 record still lists
NCT03861845 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 15 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 5 interventions - of which Standard off-the-shelf pillbox is the first listed.
NCT03861845 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03861845 about?
NCT03861845 is a clinical study titled "Impact of Pillboxes on Medical Adherence". This study uses an experimental design to test the impact of different types of pillboxes on medication adherence. Participants in this study will randomized to receive one of the three pillbox interventions: 1) A standard seven day a week, one-dose per day pillbox with training 2) an off-the-shelf ...
What is the current status of trial NCT03861845?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 15 participants. The study started on 2019-02-10. Estimated completion is 2019-05-01.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03861845?
The interventions under investigation include: Standard off-the-shelf pillbox (DEVICE), Custom off-the-shelf pillbox (DEVICE), Custom designed and manufactured pillbox (DEVICE), Education & Training (BEHAVIORAL), Reflection on medication routines (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03861845?
This trial is sponsored by Florida International University, which has 89 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT03861845's enrollment target sits among peer trials
15 1881st of 2000 higher than 92 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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