The Relationship between Family Support and Knowledge on Medication Compliance in Hypertension Patients at the Pante Ceureumen Health Center, West Aceh Regency

One of the main challenges in managing hypertension is patient non-compliance with prescribed medication. Various factors influence treatment adherence, including the level of family support and the patient's understanding of their condition. Family support plays a crucial role in encouraging consistent treatment adherence, while adequate knowledge enables patients to manage symptoms and prevent complications. This study aimed to examine the relationship between family support and patient knowledge with medication adherence among individuals with hypertension at the Pante Ceureumen Health Center. Utilizing an analytical cross-sectional design, the study involved a population of 396 hypertensive patients who visited the health center between June and December 2024, with 80 participants selected through probability sampling. Data were collected in February 2025 using structured questionnaires and analyzed using univariate and bivariate methods, including the Chi-Square test. The findings revealed a significant correlation between both family support and knowledge with medication adherence, indicated by a p-value of 0.000. Based on these results, it is recommended that the Pante Ceureumen Health Center enhance its health education efforts regarding the importance of consistent use of antihypertensive medication to support better patient outcomes. Keywords: Family support, knowledge, medication compliance, hypertension patients