Episode 19

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7th May 2025

EP 19 Chin Chats: The Dangers of Painkiller Nolotil (Metamizole)

In our fourth episode of Chin Chats, Spencer talks about Spain's #1 prescribed pain medication Metamizole, commonly known as Nolotil. She explains the severe interactions tourists have faced when taken this medication, and how to advocate for yourself to refuse pharmaceutical treatment. She also talks about Talia Smith's story, which she shared in The Hairy Chin Newsletter, that describes her complications from the antibiotic Ciprofloxacin, commonly known as Cipro. You can find more information in the links below.

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Read People Magazine's exclusive story of Talia Smith: https://www.pharmaceutical-technology.com/news/spain-nolotil-british-deaths/?cf-view

Learn more about the complications of Metamizole (Nolotil): https://people.com/wife-left-bedridden-taking-common-antibiotic-exclusive-11696586

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Spencer Moore is the founder of The Hairy Chin and host of The Hairy Chin Podcast, where she teaches women the lifelong skill they deserve most: self-advocacy. After navigating decades of chronic illness, mental health challenges, and an early-stage breast cancer diagnosis, Spencer turned her lived experience into a mission to help women understand their bodies and trust their voices. Through candid conversations, expert insights, and creative storytelling, she empowers women to take control of their health and well-being on their own terms.