For My Family, I Take It’: A Phenomenological Study of Antihypertensive Medication Use Among Filipino Adults

Table 5. Theme 4: Everyday Barriers to SustainedTreatment

Subtheme	Illustrative Quotations
Financial Constraints	“Sometimes I wait for my pension before buying medicine.” (P8) “Fixed pension income.” (P5) “If money is tight, I prioritize food and bills.” (P8)
Work and Routine Disruptions	“Because of my shifting schedule, I sometimes forget.” (P10) “Rotating shifts make consistent intake difficult.” (P6) “When I am busy, I forget.” (P8)
Medication Access and Side Effects	“The specific brand is not always available.” (P8) “I sometimes feel tired or lightheaded.” (P8) “Frequent urination.” (P10)