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by JamesBarney 3191 days ago
I still think anti-biotics should be heavily taxed, with exceptions if you have been diagnosed with a bacterial infection
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They currently come with the added price of needing a prescription. Doctors usually charge for this service. I'm not sure that a tax is going to do much to dissuade people.
A large amount of anti-biotics are used livestock. Also I think I'd anti-biotics cost an extra $100 if the doctor is giving you a just in case anti-biotics then I think some people would think twice.
Don't worry, many wouldn't think twice. They simply can't afford $100 USD meds.