App Helps AF Patients Track Edoxaban Treatment

Ever felt like your medicine isn't working as well as it should? For folks with atrial fibrillation (AF), taking their oral anticoagulant, Edoxaban, just right is super important to keep strokes away. A smartphone app called ADHERE is now being tested to help patients stay on track with their meds. This trial, known as the ADHERE-App Trial, is checking out if this app makes a difference. In this trial, patients were split into two groups. One group used the ADHERE app to keep tabs on their meds, while the other group didn't use the app. Researchers wanted to see if the app helped patients stick to their treatment plan better.The app has some cool features. It lets patients set reminders for their meds, track when they take them, and even log any side effects they might be feeling. It's like having a little helper in your pocket, making sure you don't miss a dose. But does it really work? Well, the trial is still going on, but early signs are promising. It's all about staying aware and keeping on top of your treatment. Because when it comes to preventing strokes, every dose counts.