Video tool boosts thyroid pill adherence in new study

NCT ID NCT06205303

Completed Disease control Sponsor: SingHealth Polyclinics Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a patient decision aid—a short video—to help adults with hypothyroidism who were not getting enough thyroid hormone. The video explains the condition, the role of thyroxine, and factors that affect absorption. Researchers randomly assigned 236 patients to watch the video or receive usual care, then measured changes in medication adherence, knowledge, and quality of life. The goal is to empower patients to better manage their thyroid health.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Patient decision aid (video)
What this could lead to: If successful, this video tool could help people with hypothyroidism take their medication more consistently, leading to better thyroid control and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study in a single healthcare system. The video may not work as well in other settings or for all patients. It does not test a new drug or cure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypothyroidism Medication Adherence

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HYPOTHYROIDISM

Contacts and locations

Locations

SingHealth Polyclinics

Singapore, Singapore

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