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Is Drug Side Effect Information Trustworthy?

The People's Pharmacy

Amidst things like dosing instructions, warnings and precautions and drug interactions you will discover “ ADVERSE REACTIONS.” Of course, that would be false; the placebo group was primed to report such an adverse reaction. There is no warning on the OTC labels of these antihistamines.

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Mounjaro interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

Drug interactions | Food interactions | Other interactions | Avoiding interactions | When to see a doctor Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is gaining popularity as a treatment for Type 2 diabetes mellitus and off-label for weight management. The ones that it does have are important, though.

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Do You Take Your Pain Medicine for Granted?

The People's Pharmacy

An article published in Arthritis Research & Therapy (July 24, 2013) reports: “More than 30 million people use NSAIDs every day, and they account for 60% of the US over-the-counter analgesic market.” Even if people do take the time to read the directions and warnings on OTC drug labels, they might not be protected. Really common!

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Cymbalta generic availability, cost, and dosage

The Checkup by Singlecare

The patent for brand-name Cymbalta expired in 2013, allowing other companies to produce and market duloxetine, the Cymbalta generic name. What Are the Off-Label Uses for Cymbalta? Cymbalta may have several off-label uses in addition to its FDA-approved uses. Is there a Generic for Cymbalta?

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Mupirocin side effects and how to avoid them

The Checkup by Singlecare

According to the drug label , the most common side effects of mupirocin cream are headache, skin rash, and nausea. Mupirocin interactions The mupirocin drug label doesn’t list any drug interactions. In those that do, the effects are usually mild or moderate. In clinical trials, only 8% of participants complained of side effects.

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Amoxicillin-potassium clavulanate interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

By bringing up a potential interaction with amoxicillin-potassium clavulanate, you could avoid an adverse reaction or, at the very least, have peace of mind and a better understanding of why it is being prescribed for you. Taking an active role in your own care is essential for the best outcomes.

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Antidepressants and Suicide: Why Don’t People Think There’s a Link?

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The drug was eventually outlawed, but only after thousands of adverse reactions and over a hundred deaths worldwide. The FDA-sanctioned label on Paxil and paroxetine notes that like other antidepressants, any risk of suicidal thinking or behavior is limited to children, adolescents or people under the age of 25.

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