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Whether you reach for a Tylenol to quiet a headache or throw back an Advil after a particularly hard run, those over the counter painkillers can be a fast way to getting you on the road to feeling better. But as harmless as they may seem, it also seems like more and more, we're getting warnings about the dangers of these nonprescription drugs. A new study has found that Advil and other NSAIDs Read more
DrSugar is in the house! This week she gives us the skinny on OTC pain medications. Dear DrSugar, Do the different types of over-the-counter pain relievers work better for different problems? What should I take for a headache — is aspirin better than ibuprofen? What should I take if I have a fever or the flu? Is there one that's best for dealing with swelling for twists and sprains? What about Read more
Do you know what's in your medicine cabinet? A recent report in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine found that while over-the-counter medicine use is prevalent, many people don't know much about the active ingredients in popular painkillers like Advil and Tylenol. When asked about the difference between common pain relief brands, most of the study's participants didn't know what was in Read more
While it may seem that the bathroom is chock-full of dangers, there's one special risk of Advil not mentioned in my bad medicine roundup from last Summer. Anyone who's let the pill linger too long before grabbing a sip of water probably recalls its sweet taste. Coated in sugar, cats and dogs may be tempted to give it a lick if they find a stray one on the floor . . . which can quickly lead to Read more
I consider myself fortunate that my time of the month is not usually accompanied by intense cramps, but when I do experience that gnawing sensation in my pelvis I take whatever over the counter (OTC) pain medicine happens to be in my medicine cabinet. But, other than that I don't take OTC pain meds much more than once a month. What about you though? Source How Often Do You Take OTC Pain Read more
Did you start your new Spring exercise regimen with a little too much gusto? Running for 60 minutes seemed like a great idea at the time right? Now every muscle in your legs is screaming with pain so you're going to take some pain medication, but you want to avoid the one that can cause liver damage. Do you remember which one it is? Which over the counter pain medication can cause liver Read more
Rachel Bilson layered up for the cover of Nylon's November America issue. Rachel is known as well for her style as she is for her acting work, and the actress opened up about her fashion sense — and even shared the contents of her Chloe purse! — in the magazine. Rachel's currently starring in the CW series Hart of Dixie, but when she's not working, she admits to being quite the homebody. Read more
We are proud to present this story from Allure: Perhaps the worst thing about coming out of winter hibernation is the realization that a '70s-era embrace of body hair is not, in fact, sweeping the nation. That's not to say, though, that there is no way to make the delicate reacquaintance with your waxer more bearable. Here, tricks that actually help take the sting out of waxing. See the Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! You love your friends, imperfections and all, so the only thing better than a trip to Ibiza might be a trip to Ibiza … with them. After all, group travel affords you freedom to do the activities you want, with zero worries about loneliness: Someone will always be game to ski that double black diamond run or dance the night Read more
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