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Nov 22, 2008 -
Tis' the season for your lil one to catch a cold or the flu. Before you reach into the medicine cabinet to treat him on your own, read this list of medicines to avoid giving your child from BabyCenter. Best practice says when in doubt, contact his pediatrician, but check out the slideshow for a few tips before even picking up the phone.
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Oct 15, 2008 -
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Mar 28, 2008 -
Lily Donaldson and Gemma Ward make doing laundry look glamorous, but for those of us in the real world, it's anything but. Whether you're doing it in a ball gown or not, the reality is that yellow pit stains are one of the things that make the process grueling. They're stubborn and a major pain to remove.
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Feb 27, 2007 -
It's been recently reported that if you are frequently popping over-the-counter pain meds, you should know that they can raise your blood pressure, which in turn can lead to heart disease.
Although men were the subject of this recent study, it confirms earlier research conducted on the effects of OTC pain medication on women's blood pressure.
The medications studied are staples in your medicine cabinet like aspirin, ibuprofen and acetaminophen.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Introduction
Aspirin (AS-pir-in)
Treats pain, fever, arthritis, and inflammation. It may also be used to reduce the risk of heart attack.
Brand Name(s)
Medi-First Tri-Buffered Aspirin, Bayer Extra Strength, Quality Choice Aspirin, Norwich Aspirin, Bayer Genuine Aspirin, Aspirtab, Medi-First Aspirin, Aspir-Low, Bayer Aspirin Children's, Aspirin Adult Low Strength, Good Sense Adult Chewable Aspirin, Leader Aspirin, St.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Introduction
Aspirin (AS-pir-in), Butalbital (byoo-TAL-bi-tal), Caffeine (kaf-EEN)
Treats tension headaches and mild to moderate pain.Butalbital belongs to a group of drugs known as barbiturates (bar-bi-chur-ates).
Brand Name(s)
Fiorinal, Aspirin/Butalbital/Caffeine
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to: butalbital or related medicine such as phenobarbital or pentobarbital; aspirin, other salicylates, arthritis medicine such as ibuprofen (Motrin®), or caffeine.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Introduction
Aspirin (AS-pir-in), Caffeine (kaf-EEN)
Treats headache, minor pain, and body aches with drowsiness or tiredness. Also treats the symptoms of a hangover caused by drinking alcohol.
Brand Name(s)
Alka-Seltzer Morning Relief, P-A-C Analgesic, Ohmni-Cen, Cope
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Introduction
Aspirin (AS-pir-in)
Treats minor aches, pains, headache, and fever in people who cannot take aspirin by mouth.
Brand Name(s)
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to aspirin.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Introduction
Aspirin (AS-pir-in), Dipyridamole (dye-peer-ID-a-mole)
Used to prevent strokes in patients with blood flow disorders or a history of blood clots.
Brand Name(s)
Aggrenox
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to aspirin, dipyridamole, or to pain and arthritis medicine (such as Motrin®, Advil®, Naprosyn®).
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Introduction
Lowers high cholesterol and prevents blood clots. Decreases risk of heart attack, stroke, heart disease, and death due to heart disease or stroke. Also helps prevent the need to have surgery for heart problems.
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