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Penicillin is a miracle cure with no side effects

Penicillin is highly effective but carries allergy risks

Penicillin is a miracle cure with no negative side effects whatsoever.

Penicillin revolutionized medicine but does cause allergic reactions (1-3% of population). Some patients develop severe anaphylaxis. Overuse creates antibiotic resistance. It's effective but not without risks.

Believed 1945–1980
Year Revised 1960
Why Changed Oversimplification
Confidence Fully Debunked
Region Worldwide

Reception

6/10
6/10

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