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201380 minNRdocumentary

4.8/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Drugs Addiction

Off Label

201380 minNRdocumentary

4.8/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Eight individuals share their experiences with pharmaceutical drugs and their effects on health and daily life in the United States.

Drugs Addiction

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Michael Palmieri

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Eight individuals share their experiences with pharmaceutical drugs and their effects on health and daily life in the United States.

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Donal Mosherdirector

Michael Palmieri

Michael Palmieridirector

Jusef Anthonycast

Paul Cloughcast

Andrew Duffycast

Synopsis

A woman in a doctor's office discusses her struggle with chronic pain, a common experience for many in the United States. "Off Label" features eight individuals whose stories reflect various aspects of the healthcare system. These narratives include battles with addiction and the search for effective pain relief. The film addresses the pervasive influence of pharmaceutical drugs and the consequences of reliance on medication, prompting reflection on the pharmaceutical industry's role in shaping health narratives.

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