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Most medicines taste bitter because the chemicals derive from plants and extra flavorings may interfere. Bitterness evolved to deter ingesting toxins, which is useful since drugs can also be toxic in large doses. Companies are trying to improve flavors to increase treatment adherence, especially in children more sensitive to bitterness.
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