Yes, direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising may inform patients, but, say its critics, __________________.

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Critics argue that direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising does not adequately inform patients and often leads to patients requesting unnecessary prescriptions or being misinformed about potential risks and side effects. They also argue that the primary motivation for such advertising is the financial benefit of drug manufacturers rather than patient education.

Yes, Direct-To-Consumer Prescription Drug Advertising May Inform Patients, But, Say