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Preventing Adverse Reactions to Over-the-Counter Medications

The Stalinon disaster highlights the risks associated with unregulated over-the-counter medications. In the 1950s, Stalinon, a supposed 'miracle cure', was sold without proper oversight, leading to 102 deaths. This incident underscores the need for stricter controls and monitoring of easily accessible pharmaceuticals to prevent similar tragedies.

Science, Medicine, Pharmacology