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A Cross-Sectional Study on Knowledge, Attitude, and Medication Adherence in Metabolic Syndrome Patients at a Tertiary Care Center in South India

Karthick Murugesan1, R. Dinesh Kumar1★, Kavibharathi K1, Jeevitha J1, Arun Babu1, Shankar Dhandapani2★ Corresponding author

  1. 1Department of Pharmacy Practice, KMCH College of Pharmacy, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
  2. 2Department of Endocrinology, Kovai Medical Center and Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.

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R. Dinesh Kumar

Department of Pharmacy Practice, KMCH College of Pharmacy, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.

dineshkumar.r@kmchcop.ac.in

Received: 14-07-2025; Revised: 24-09-2025; Accepted: 07-11-2025.

Volume 19, Issue 2 · pp. 240–247 · PUBLISHED · DOI: 10.5530/ijopp.20260549

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Background:Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Assessing patients’ knowledge, attitudes, and medication adherence is essential for effective management. Materials and Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted over six months at a tertiary care hospital in South India. A total of 303 patients with MetS were evaluated using the SHIELD and MARS-5 questionnaires. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: Overall, 65.0% of patients demonstrated poor knowledge, while 57.4% had a moderate attitude toward MetS. Medication adherence was inadequate, with only 24.4% reporting good compliance. Rural patients showed relatively better knowledge and attitudes but lower adherence compared to urban patients. Conclusion: Patients with MetS exhibited inadequate knowledge, moderate attitudes, and poor medication adherence. Targeted educational strategies and adherence-focused interventions are urgently needed to improve disease management and outcomes.

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    Murugesan, K., Kumar, R. D., K, K., J, J., Babu, A., & Dhandapani, S. (). A Cross-Sectional Study on Knowledge, Attitude, and Medication Adherence in Metabolic Syndrome Patients at a Tertiary Care Center in South India. Indian Journal of Pharmacy Practice, 19(2), 240–247. https://doi.org/10.5530/ijopp.20260549