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The article uncovers the phenomenon of the "drug chain," which occurs when a side effect of a particular medication is treated with additional drugs rather than identifying and addressing the true underlying cause of the health issue. This phenomenon leads to the prescription of extra medications without carefully reviewing the patient's medical history and the medications they are taking, potentially worsening the condition and increasing the risk of unnecessary drugs. Experts recommend a comprehensive review of medications when new symptoms appear, assessing the timing of symptoms in relation to the start of treatment, and avoiding prescribing drugs without a clear need—especially with the increasing number of illnesses and medications patients are taking—to ensure accurate diagnosis and avoid falling into the trap of the drug chain.
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