Traditional Medicine refers to the medicine that is developed and used based on traditions.
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| Arguments in favor of | Arguments opposing |
| It is used to prevent, diagnose or remedy illnesses. | |
| Traditional medicine may help to cure illness in an alternative fashion. | There may be potential unknown side effects associated with traditional medicine. |
| It operates partially based on believes. | |
| Traditional medicine may benefit from stronger placebo effect than regular medicine. | Traditional medicine may be used without regard to its physical effectiveness. |