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DTC as part of an integrated strategy

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The research showed that patients wanted to understand how the drug works and the potential side effects. Patients who experienced side one or more side effects were more likely to delay or stop treatment. Most physicians are trained in medicine and rely on their experiences to understand patients.

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There are instances when TV (DTC) is NOT a good idea

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OPENING: TV is great at creating awareness, but it can also scare patients away if one of your side effects is “may lead to death.” ” I understand that DTC marketers are in love with TV even though it’s becoming less effective. .” Heart problems.

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The debate on DTC marketing is going to heat up again

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DTC ads do NOT lead to unnecessary Rxs. Today, people don’t see a DTC TV ad and run to their doctor to ask for an Rx. They research the drug online and ask their physician about it if they decide it’s a treatment option. 4our: DTC marketing should be illegal because it leads to unnecessary Rx’s. .”

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Um, about that diabetes drug that helped patients lose weight

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Yet the media has led with “diabetes drug leads to major weight loss” Will doctors inform patients? Wegovy’s most common side effects were gastrointestinal problems, including nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting, which 80% of patients reported, according to USA Today.

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Can pharma really leverage social media?

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According to MedData Group, 72% of physicians surveyed were active on Facebook weekly, and 38% were active on Instagram and LinkedIn weekly. The types of professional content on Facebook that physicians are most likely to engage with include continuing medical education opportunities (37%) and physician online community information (31%).

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A realistic view of healthcare in 2022

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1ne: The value proposition of prescription drugs still outweighs potential side effects – Wegovy’s demand quickly exceeded supply after the FDA approved once-weekly semaglutide injections. Here are things I believe are more realistic. I expect more companies to integrate more health monitors into wearable devices.

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The fairytale of DTC TV ads

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Using the same ads to advertise prescription drugs repeatedly is a waste of money and doesn’t lead to sales. They’re surprised that physicians don’t always give patients the drug they ask for, and they are amazed that many, who are considering the drug, are turned away by what they read online. Running T.V.