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151 people were wrongly given a diabetes drug, instead of simethicone for stomach complaints

151 people were wrongly given a diabetes drug, instead of simethicone for stomach complaints

The diabetes drug was a sulfonylurea. Simethicone is given for bloating and gas. Death from hypoglycemia can occur with the diabetes medication.

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151 people were wrongly given a diabetes drug, instead of simethicone for stomach complaints