Lupus patients may get a boost from doctors checking their prescription refill records

NCT ID NCT03738826

First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a simple idea: giving lupus doctors a quick look at their patients' pharmacy refill history during a clinic visit. The goal is to help doctors spot when someone is struggling to take their lupus medications and talk about ways to overcome those barriers. The study includes follow-up patients at a lupus clinic and focuses on whether this approach is practical and helpful.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
a behavioral intervention where lupus clinic providers are prompted to review pharmacy refill data and discuss adherence barriers during the patient visit
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help people with lupus take their medications more consistently, potentially leading to better disease control and fewer flare-ups.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, so it may not prove that the intervention actually improves adherence or health outcomes. Results may not apply to other clinics or patient populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Medication Adherence systemic lupus erythematosus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Duke University

    Durham, North Carolina, 27710, United States

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