A widely prescribed medication can impact millions, meaning even rare side effects may affect a significant number of patients. The article explores how uncommon complications can become a public health concern when a drug is used on a large scale. It examines the balance between therapeutic benefits and the risk of rare adverse events. Readers will learn why monitoring and reporting are essential for medications with broad use.
When a medication is prescribed to millions of people, even an uncommon complication can affect a substantial number of individuals.
