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Adulterated Therapies

Meaning

Adulterated therapies in the clinical context denote medical treatments, often pharmaceuticals or hormonal compounds, that have been compromised by the inclusion of impure, inferior, or unauthorized substances. This deliberate contamination or substitution fundamentally alters the intended therapeutic profile, efficacy, and safety of the product. Such practices pose a significant public health risk, especially within the sensitive domain of hormonal manipulation where precise dosing is paramount. The use of these compromised agents can lead to unpredictable physiological responses and severe adverse clinical outcomes.