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Ancillary Medication Burden

Meaning

The cumulative physiological and logistical impact resulting from the use of non-primary pharmacological agents, often prescribed to manage side effects or secondary symptoms arising from a central hormonal therapy. This concept quantifies the complexity and potential systemic strain introduced by medications like aromatase inhibitors, selective estrogen receptor modulators, or even simple over-the-counter drugs, when used alongside a primary regimen such as testosterone replacement therapy. Evaluating this burden is crucial for maintaining a simplified, safer, and more adherent therapeutic plan in hormonal health management.