Healthy Skepticism Library item: 8134
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Publication type: Journal Article
Waltermire RD.
Direct-to-consumer advertising of Rx drugs can be harmful to your health
Drug Benefit Trends 1998 Oct; 10:60-61
Abstract:
Concerns about direct-to-consumer advertising by pharmaceutical manufacturers regarding prescription drugs are discussed, and recommendations for health plans to improve the management of prescription drugs and minimize the potential for drug interactions and adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are presented.