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discontinuation

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


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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

There is unmet need and commercial opportunity in this disease given that ruxolitinib—the standard of care—has discontinuation rates of 50 to 75% within three years, the analysts add.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 29, 2026

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

From BBC Jun. 21, 2026

That said, one study had a discontinuation rate of about 20%.

From MarketWatch Jun. 6, 2026

In a couple of cases, where I acted as consulting physician, I have observed dropsical symptoms proceeding from laxatives and the early discontinuation of the packs during convalescence.

From Hydriatic treatment of Scarlet Fever in its Different Forms by Munde, Charles




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