What interventions are recommended for management of adults with elevated cholesterol levels?
Interventions focused on improving adherence to prescribed therapy are recommended for management of adults with elevated cholesterol levels. A Cochrane systematic review demonstrated that intensification of patient care interventions improves both short- and long-term adherence to medication, as well as meaningful reduction in LDL-C levels. Interventions include telephone reminders, calendar reminders, integrated multidisciplinary educational activities, simplification of the drug regimen to once-daily dosing, and pharmacist-led interventions.