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Efficacy for Other

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

Major 40% 2
Moderate 40% 2
Slight 20% 1

Adherence

In general, do you take this treatment as prescribed?

Always 46% 6
Usually 31% 4
Sometimes 23% 3
Never 0% 0

Burden

How much of a burden is it for you to be on this treatment?

Major 8% 1
Moderate 8% 1
Slight 8% 1
None 77% 10

Side-effects

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

Severe 23% 3
Moderate 15% 2
Mild 8% 1
None 54% 7

Specific Side Effects

Tremor, hands 15% 2
Malaise 8% 1
Raised my blood pressure dangerously high 8% 1
Lightheadedness 8% 1
addiction 8% 1
"brain Cloud", tired 8% 1
Dizziness/hypotension upon standing 8% 1
Muscle tension 8% 1
withdrawal effects 8% 1
tremor 8% 1
dry mouth 8% 1
Nausea 8% 1
  • Severe
  • Moderate
  • Mild

Cost

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

$200+ 0% 0
$100-199 0% 0
$50-99 0% 0
$25-49 23% 3
less than $25 54% 7
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