Table 7 Multivariate model for factors associated with herbal medicine use among patients on HAART at TASO, during 2008
Variable | Adjusted OR | 95% CI | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
Age categorized (median) | |||
≤ 38 years | 1.00 | ||
≥ 39 years | 0.26 | 0.08 - 0.83 | 0.023 |
ART Adherence level | |||
75% - 95% | 1.00 | ||
>95% | 0.09 | 0.01 - 0.65 | 0.017 |
Herbs improved health | |||
Yes | 1.00 | ||
Cannot tell | 2.40 | 1.62 - 3.55 | 0.001 |
Duration on HAART | |||
≥ 4 years | 1.00 | ||
< 4 years | 5.98 | 1.13 - 31.73 | 0.036 |
Ever experienced side effects | |||
No | 1.00 | ||
Yes | 3.66 | 1.15 -11.68 | 0.028 |
Sexually active participant* | |||
Yes | 1.00 | ||
No | 0.26 | 0.08 - 0.90 | 0.033 |