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If it's a placebo it is by definition very unlikely to work if the patient is aware it's a placebo. Prescribing a placebo to an unaware patient would be unethical (at least under UK guidelines)
Additionally the benefits of a placebo in a condition where the pathology of the disease has few emotional components are likely to be limited. Placebos tend only to work on conditions with an "emotive" component; that is some form of downwards regulatory pathway from higher centres which can be activated to supress symptoms. For example perception of pain has a large higher control component (via the peri-aqueductal grey matter) which can be activated by placebo analgesics.
What else can I help you with?
What options do I have for a pill dispenser?
There are many different types of pill dispensers and they are very handy for someone who is on a wide variety of medications. Your best bet would be to speak to a pharmacist to find which pill dispenser would be best to have for the amount of medications that you take.
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Which types of medications are applied directly to the skin?
Topcial
Drugs for mental ill ness?
Some types of medications for mental illness are Celexa. Amytriptaline, Paxil, and Wellbutrin. These types of medications re prescribed by a physician and are closely monitored.
What are the types of surgery for cholesterol?
There are no types of surgery for high cholesterol, but there are drug medications that may help.
Which of the following types of medications would not be used on the skin?
Anthelmintics
Medications are designed to correct what?
All types of diseases, in people and animals.
What is someone that types called?
Someone who types is often referred to as a typist.
What is pills are used to knock someone out?
There are several types of medications that can be used to induce sedation or unconsciousness, including benzodiazepines like midazolam or diazepam, barbiturates like thiopental, and opioids like fentanyl or propofol. These drugs work by depressing the central nervous system, leading to relaxation, sedation, and ultimately unconsciousness. It is important to note that using these medications for the purpose of incapacitating someone without their consent is illegal and unethical.
Why knowledge of chemistry is essential for pharmacist?
Pharmacists deal in medications which are types of chemicals; the manufacture, handling, properties, and uses of medications are all dependent upon chemistry.
What can I do if pain medications don't work should I ask for something stronger?
You can ask for something stronger if pain medications are not working for you. You might discuss other types of pain management with your doctor which might include alternative medications or therapies.
Can xrays or scanners at airports damage your medications?
Very few medications are affected by xray screening. Since I cannot recall what types/names of those that are, I suggest this: until you find out, request a hand screening on all you medications, they cannot deny you this.
