OK, so its not quite a prescription as such, more an allergic reaction, but I thought this was a better image than a cod liver oil tablet… Hope its close enough!

Works for me, amigo. Very clear and vivid description of a painful transformation that, from the outside, must look pretty horrific.

wow, colorful and dramatic and violent way to become a mermaid.. well done!

great reversal on the agonies mermaids are supposed to go through to become human

Poor girl. Great descriptions, though. I loved the last sentence!

I tried to think of a prequel or sequel to this story, but it’s just too good. The opportunities are too wide open and I think you captured this moment in time just right.