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Posts tagged with ‘Over-the-Counter Medicines’
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Poison Ivy
Poison ivy is a type of toxic plant. It is common in most parts of the United States. Poison ivy…
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Gout
Gout is a common type of arthritis. It is marked by swelling and pain in your joints. It most often…
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Pleurisy (Pleuritis)
Pleurisy is a medical condition that affects the lining of your lungs and chest, which can become irritated with the…
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OTC Cough and Cold Medicines and My Child
Doctors do not recommend giving children younger than 6 years old OTC medicines for cough and cold.
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Is It a Cold or the Flu?
The common cold and the flu are both contagious respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. They share many symptoms, but they…
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International Travel: Tips for Staying Healthy
International travel can be fun and adventurous. But these days, it’s important to check travel health advisories before you…
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Flu Myths
The flu is something to take seriously. But it’s important to sort out fact from fiction to stay healthy.
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Common Newborn Rashes and Birthmarks
Many newborn babies have skin conditions. Some are born with birthmarks. Some get rashes. Most are harmless and usually clear…
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H1N1 Influenza
H1N1 influenza is a viral infection. It’s not the same as seasonal flu (influenza). The first outbreak occurred in 2009…
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Anti-diarrheal Medicines: OTC Relief for Diarrhea
Over-the-counter antidiarrheal medicines like Imodium, Kaopectate, or Pepto-Bismol can help to relieve frequent and liquid bowel movements.
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Laxatives: OTC Products for Constipation
Constipation can usually be treated with medicines called laxatives. Many laxatives are available over-the-counter (OTC).
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How to Read an OTC Drug Facts Label
Each OTC medicine has a drug facts label printed on the package. It tells you what the medicine does, how…
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Antacids and Acid Reducers: OTC Relief for Heartburn and Acid Reflux
There are 3 types of over-the-counter medicines that treat heartburn and acid reflux: antacids, H2 blockers and proton pump…
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OTC Medicines: Know Your Risks and Reduce Them
Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines can be purchased at the store without a doctor’s prescription, but care should still be taken to…
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OTC Medicines and Pregnancy
Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are those you can buy without a prescription. Many OTC medicines haven’t been well studied for safety…
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Prostatitis
The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system. Prostatitis is inflammation of that gland. It occurs when the…
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Getting the Most from Your OTC Medicine
Over-the-counter (OTC) medicine does not require a doctor’s prescription and is generally safe and effective when following the package…
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Antiemetic Medicines: OTC Relief for Nausea and Vomiting
You can buy over-the-counter (OTC) medicines without a prescription, including medicines that treat nausea and vomiting. These are called…
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Decongestants: OTC Relief for Congestion
Decongestants are medicines that relieve a congested nose. When you buy them without a prescription, they’re called over-the-counter (OTC)…
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Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is pain that lasts a long time—months or even years. It can occur anywhere in your body and…
