Placebo
By: Taylor Mathine
What is Placebo?
A substance containing no medication and prescribed or given to strengthen a patient's expectation to get well.
The Effects of Placebo
Examples
Alcohol
People who thought they were intoxicated were more easily swayed and made worse eyewitnesses compared to those who thought they were sober.
Inhaler
You can also use a placebo inhaler to help teach them the correct use of the inhaler.
Sugar Pills
If a patient complained of tiredness, weakness, aches and pains, but the doctor could find no cause, a pill containing no medication would often produce relief from the symptoms.
Placebo can have positive or negative affects.
Does Placebo really work?
Statistically it will always work for some.
Does Placebo have any side effects?
No known side effects as there are no active ingredients.
What does Placebo contain?
100% sucrose (sugar)
What does Placebo treat?
Anything you want it to.
What is the recommended dosage?
Three pilules on waking and before sleep for at least 10 days.