The main aims of this observational study are to assess the transfer of qualitative research methods into the setting of medication intake and to describe the attitudes, experiences and construction of meaning patients have when using these medicines. The aims will be explored using Passiflora incarnata (CERES Passiflora incarnata - Urtinktur) as an example. We will use a phenomenological approach and combine qualitative methods such as diaries, semi-standardized interviews and participating observation. Data will be analyzed using content analyses supported by the software MAXQDA.

Principle investigator:
Witt, MD, MBA

Project coordinator:
Canella, lic. phil

Project duration:
2014-2016

Project status:
analysis phase

Funding:
Investigator Initiated Trial supported by CERES Heilmittel AG