Free Drug Samples

Second Opinion

Free Drug Samples

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Published on Nov 16, 2008, 6:35:00 AM
Total time: 00:02:50

Episode Description

Free drug samples rarely provide an advantage over older drugs that are safer and whose effects are better known.  In addition this type of promotion only serves to substantially raise drug prices....

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