Drugs and Medicine
The Real Difference Between Aspirin and Ibuprofen—and When to Take Them
You might think aspirin and ibuprofen are interchangeable when it comes to pain relief, but they're not.
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10 OTC Medications You’re Using All Wrong
Just because you can buy a medication over the counter doesn’t mean it’s... -
These Are the Foods You Should Never, Ever Eat With 6 Medications
Eating certain foods while you or your loved ones take specific meds could cause dangerous... -
What Are Nootropics—and Can They Really Make You Smarter?
We all want to focus longer, think faster, and be more creative, and some say... -
10 Medication Mistakes That Are Hurting Your Health
Are you making any of these mistakes? These 10 guidelines will help you take your medication... -
10 Things You Need to Know Right Now About Taking Too Many Medications
Are you a victim of over-prescribing? This can lead to dangerous drug interactions. Find out... -
The 11 Most Expensive Prescription Drugs in America
Some prescription drugs cost patients more in one month than you'd pay for a new... -
11 Silent Signs Your Medications Are Making You Sick
More people than ever are on prescription drugs. Combine them with supplements and over-the-counter pain... -
10 Signs You’re Taking Too Many Prescriptions
If you're taking more than five different drugs, you're at risk of dangerous interaction. Here...
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13 Supplement or Medication Combos You Should Never Mix
Millions of us take vitamins, minerals, and other supplements daily to improve our health and... -
17 Everyday Medication Mistakes That Could Make You Sick
Every year, errors in medications taken at home land people in the emergency room. Here's... -
7 Silent Signs of Serotonin Syndrome
Symptoms can range from mild to severe—and if left untreated—can even be deadly. -
Your Pharmacist Probably Knows More About Your Health Than Your Doctor—Here’s Why
Don't miss the opportunity to ask your pharmacist for health advice—they might just know (... -
6 Common Medications That Could Be to Blame for Your Weight Gain
You may be healing your body at the expense of your waistline. Here's what to... -
Your Ibuprofen Habit Could Be Keeping You Weak—Here’s Why
When it comes to working out, there's no shortage of diehards who love to tell... -
7 Things You Need to Know to Avoid Drugged Driving
It's easier than you think to become a drugged driver. A family doctor offers advice. -
7 Common Medications You Didn’t Know Could Worsen Sun Damage
You know some medications have side effects such as fatigue or stomach upset, but a...
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10 Super-Important Questions to Ask Before You Take Prescription Medications
Taking prescription meds is serious business, but it's often tempting to play doctor and ignore... -
10 Dangerous Superbugs the World Health Organization Is Warning Everyone About
Superbugs are scary pathogens that are resistant to mainstream antibiotics, and they're on the rise.... -
Do You Really Have to Stop Drinking on Antibiotics?
The surprising reason one drink (probably) won’t hurt. -
12 Essential Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Taking Antibiotics
Make your antibiotic medication as effective as possible by getting these answers before you leave...