Medication Adherence Across the Life Span in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

This article reviews the differences and similarities in medication adherence between adolescent and adult cohorts with inflammatory bowel disease. The review covers the rates of medication adherence, as well as predictors, consequences, and related interventions. Rates of adherence were more favorable among adolescents (65%–90%) than among adults (55%–70%). Major risk factors for poor adherence in adolescents include low medication knowledge,...