Is it ethical to charge patients for placebos without their knowledge?

Price may affect how it works

Mar 5, 2008

There is a direct relation to the amount of relief a person recieves from a drug in relation to the price they pay.

It works even if they are aware they are using it

Dec 22, 2010

Tests have proven that effects do not vary much if the patient is aware he/she is using a placebo.

Ethics real or perceived?

Mar 23, 2011

Is there a limit to what a doctor should or shouldnt tell. Is the choice to remain silent on the matter in th patients best intrests

Is it really effective?

Apr 20, 2012

Yes tests conducted proved it stimulates the production of natural painkillers as well as healing.

Is it ethical

Mar 22, 2013

Yes and No
There are various arguments for both sides

What is the ethical reason for prescribing it?

Sep 18, 2014

Good out weighs the bad