How does the side ‐effect information in patient information leaflets influence peoples’ side‐effect expectations? A cross‐sectional national survey of 18‐ to 65‐year‐olds in England

DiscussionThe current use of verbal descriptors to communicate side‐effect risk in PILs leads to high side‐effect expectations. These expectations could contribute to nocebo‐induced medication side‐effects experienced by patients. Additional work is required to identify ways to improve the way risk information is conveyed in PILs.
Source: Health Expectations - Category: Health Management Authors: Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH PAPER Source Type: research