Table 4

Descriptive of questionnaire scales used

ScaleNumber of items in scaleRange of scoresCronbach´s α
BMQ-Specific
 Necessity55–250.823
 Concern55–250.818
BMQ-General
 Overuse44–200.684
 Harm44–200.647
 Benefit44–200.697
MARS55–250.723
  • BMQ, Beliefs about Medicines Questionnaires.

  • MARS, Medication Adherence Report Scale.