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NNadir

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21. When I get a prescription for a new drug, I always go on line...

Thu May 7, 2026, 04:01 PM

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...to check side effects.

Many list some that are potentially deadly, which doesn't preclude me from using them since all medications subject to risk/benefit analysis. I expect as a result of tge trial, the risk will be low, but not zero.

At my age I'm in polypharmacy mode and I try to be aware of drug-drug interactions. However I am trained to be aware of these.

I am sorry of course that your sister was one who came down on the wrong side of risk. Despite your loss and regrettably very real pain, I do hope the drug has benefited others.

I believe the FDA has a website where those who experience a side effect can report it, if that moron RFK hasn’t shut it down. This helps to understand risks of drugs after approval, and on some occasions a drug can be pulled off the market.

Please accept my condolences in any case. That is really awful. I'm so sorry.

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