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side effect

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variants also side reaction

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Recent Examples on the Web The worst side effects included nausea, vomiting, fatigue and cramping, all of which lasted about five hours. —

Lauren Dunn, NBC News, 11 Aug. 2024 Children are particularly vulnerable to side effects of heavy metals because their developing bodies can absorb them more readily. —

Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 12 Aug. 2024 Don't hesitate to ask questions about your prognosis, treatment options, and potential side effects. —

Lindsay Curtis, Health, 10 Aug. 2024 The alternative is to flee the country or take greater risks: continue blockers under threat of prosecution or receive alternative medication with more frequent and severe side effects. —

Cal Horton, Scientific American, 7 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for side effect

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