Effectiveness of Visual Storytelling Intervention on Antibiotic Adherence in UTI Patients in Pakistan: a Randomized Controlled Trial

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a visual storytelling intervention in improving antibiotic adherence among adults with urinary tract infections (UTIs). Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group, where they will receive a visual sticker on their antibiotic packaing, explaining the importance of completing their antibiotic course, or the control group, which will receive routine care. The study will measure how well participants follow their prescribed antibiotic regimens and assess their knowledge and attitudes toward antibiotic use. The goal is to determine if visual storytelling can enhance adherence, reduce antibiotic resistance, and improve health outcomes.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• Adults aged 18 years or older.

• Physician-confirmed diagnosis of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI).

• Prescribed oral antibiotics (tablet/capsule) for UTI treatment.

• Willingness to participate in the study and provide informed consent.

• Ability to complete follow-up assessments and adhere to the study protocol.

Locations
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Pakistan
Tertiary care hospitals (n = 6)
RECRUITING
Peshawar
Contact Information
Primary
Iltaf Hussain, PhD
iltafhussain@stu.xjtu.edu.cn
+8613002937817
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-08-01
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-01-30
Participants
Target number of participants: 358
Treatments
Experimental: Intervention Arm: Visual Storytelling using stickers
In this arm, participants will receive a visual storytelling intervention designed to improve antibiotic adherence. The intervention involves a stickers (affixed to the antibiotic packages) containing simple, visually appealing illustrations that explain how antibiotics work and the consequences of not completing the full course. The story contrasts the positive outcomes of adhering to the treatment with the risks of non-adherence, including the development of antibiotic resistance. Key messages will highlight the importance of completing the prescribed antibiotic course. The intervention is intended to engage patients emotionally and cognitively, enhancing their understanding of antibiotic use and encouraging adherence to the prescribed treatment regimen.
No_intervention: Control Group: Standard Care for Antibiotic Adherence
The control group will receive the usual standard care for antibiotic adherence, which typically includes verbal or written instructions provided by the healthcare provider about the correct usage of prescribed antibiotics for treating urinary tract infections (UTI). This group will not receive any additional interventions, such as the visual storytelling intervention. The standard care aims to represent the typical approach to UTI treatment, allowing for a comparison of the effectiveness of the visual storytelling intervention against routine practice in improving antibiotic adherence. Participants in this group will also complete the same baseline and follow-up assessments related to knowledge and attitudes about antibiotics and adherence.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Xi'an Jiaotong University

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