Definition: An effect usually, but not necessarily, beneficial that is attributable to an expectation that the regimen will have an effect, i.e., the effect is due to the power of suggestion.
"placebo" is not restricted to drugs; IM GEN only; coord NIM with disease (IM); no qualif; DF: PLACEBO EFF
Other names Placebo Effects; Effects, Placebo; Effect, Placebo