23/08/2025
This is what informed consent looks like.
The doctor would hand you the insert from the medication or vaccine they are recommending.
They would say something like "Here's a list of possible risks. By the way this product has never been evaluated for carcinogenic potential, mutagenic potential or impairment of fertility. Its also never been tested in conjunction with other medicines or vaccines to see if there's an issue there. Do you still want it?"
Instead you get, "It's safe and effective and don't ask questions."
I remember when I was sick with Crohn's and reflux that my GP had me taking Lanzaprazole. I'd been on it for several years and asked if that was OK.
He told me he took it himself, it was perfectly safe and he could eat what he wanted now!
The reccomendation now is they should be used for a couple of months maximum...
'Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) should only be used for a couple of months, maximum, before gradually tapering off to prevent acid rebound. Long-term use has been associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip and spine, pneumonia, kidney disease, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, and vitamin B12, magnesium, or iron deficiency.
PPI side effects may include a headache, constipation or diarrhea, flatulence, or nausea. PPIs can also interact with some other drugs, such as clopidogrel (Plavix), or affect the absorption of certain drugs, such as iron salts, ketoconazole, and vitamin B12.'
So when I was taking this there was every likelihood it would cause the diarrhea from Crohns to be worse!
Trust your body.
Not a Big Pharma sponsored white coat.
