Don't blame the drug companies. The reason the ads have to include all that stuff is the gummint (FDA).
I understand completely; my point is that most laypeople are not competent to understand the risks and side effects of many of the prescription drugs.
Full Disclosure: I think that the reason most folks have this mentality is a combination of auto repairs, and simple over the counter remedies, such as aspirin...these leave the impression that a simple adjustment or minor fix will "make everything all right again."
The truth is the human metabolism is an incredibly intricate, interwoven machine. Sometimes the parts come from the factory with a flaw; sometimes parts wear out; sometimes a lifetime of abuse of one structure or system throws something else out of whack. And since so many enzymes, proteins, genes, intermediary chemicals have multiple purposes, it can get pretty tricky trying to coax things back into balance.
And promoting the idea that "pop a pill, your problem goes away" sets up everyone involved for disappointment, failure, and lawsuits.
Cheers!