Scott Alexander presents a satirical list of fictional drugs banned by the FDA, each with an absurd reason for its prohibition.
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This post is a humorous fictional list of drugs banned by the FDA. Each drug is presented with a profile describing its intended use, followed by an absurd or ironic reason for its ban. The drugs cover a range of conditions from weight loss to erectile dysfunction, with each ban highlighting unexpected consequences or bizarre side effects. The post uses scientific terminology and real medical concepts to create a sense of plausibility, before subverting expectations with the ridiculous reasons for the bans.
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