💊 Placebo

Let’s understand this in a very simple way.

What is a placebo?
A placebo is a dummy medicine that looks like a real drug but does not contain active medicine.

👉 It is often used in research studies and clinical trials.

Which statement is true?

✅ Correct Answer: (a) Placebo is a dummy medication

Why is it called dummy medication?
Because it:

• Looks like real medicine
• Given for comparison in studies
• Usually has no active drug

What is placebo effect?
Sometimes patients feel better simply because they believe they are receiving treatment.

👉 This is called the placebo effect.

Why other options are not correct?

• (b) Inert material added to drug → ❌ Refers more to fillers/excipients
• (c) Do not produce any effect → ❌ Can produce psychological placebo effect
• (d) All patients respond → ❌ Not everyone responds to placebo

Simple Exam Trick:
Placebo = Fake medicine → Dummy medication

📌 Disclaimer: For exam preparation only. Follow pharmacology guidelines in practice.

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