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discontinuation

[dis-kuhn-tin-yoo-ay-shuhn] / ˌdɪs kənˌtɪn juˈeɪ ʃən /


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The safety and tolerability profile of enicepatide was consistent with that of similar therapies, and treatment discontinuation rates in the trial due to adverse events were low at 2%, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

Although this latest trial has shown it is superior for controlling blood sugar and aiding weight loss, its higher rate of side-effects and treatment discontinuation may temper enthusiasm.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 8, 2026

The two men continue to deny the allegations and pointed to the discontinuation of the criminal case.

From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026

The discontinuation rate among patients who were given the placebo was 2.9%, Boehringer said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 8, 2026

This disability may be absolute, wholly disabling the person so long as it continues, or partial, ceasing on discontinuation of the disabling state, as attainment of full age.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 5 "Dinard" to "Dodsworth" by Various




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