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Efficacy for Other

How much of an effect does this treatment have on: Other?

Major 75% 3
Slight 25% 1

Adherence

In general, do you take this treatment as prescribed?

Always 28% 5
Usually 56% 10
Sometimes 17% 3
Never 0% 0

Burden

How difficult is it to take this treatment as prescribed?

Very 6% 1
Somewhat 6% 1
A little 17% 3
Not at all 72% 13

Side-effects

Overall, how much of a problem are the side-effects from this treatment?

Severe 0% 0
Moderate 0% 0
Mild 28% 5
None 72% 13

Specific Side Effects

sore ribs 11% 2
Headaches 11% 2
Cough and blowing nose 6% 1
  • Severe
  • Moderate
  • Mild

Cost

Approximately how much do you pay out of pocket for this treatment?

$200+ 6% 1
$100-199 0% 0
$50-99 6% 1
$25-49 0% 0
less than $25 44% 8