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12 supplements to lower your blood pressure

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A 2017 meta-review of 11 randomized controlled trials found that participants who took a dose that ranged between 365 to 450 mg per day experienced decreases in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Read the labels. The FDA encourages people to read the directions and take the supplement only as described on the label.

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12 ways to reduce swelling

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Be sure to read food packaging labels, and avoid adding table salt to your foods. “If an allergic reaction is the cause [of swelling], Benadryl ( diphenhydramine ) can reduce itching, swelling, and progression of symptoms.” Avoid salt Salt causes the body to retain water, so when you have swelling, watch your sodium intake.

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Is it safe to mix Benadryl and melatonin to sleep?

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In addition to addressing insomnia, a melatonin supplement can be taken to treat symptoms of jet lag, sleep disorders in children, and circadian rhythm sleep disorders in the blind, according to the Mayo Clinic. People who do overnight shift work may also use melatonin to try to reset their 24-hour sleep-wake cycle, says Dr. Torres.

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How long does it take for trazodone to work?

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Anxiety Unlike depression, anxiety is an off-label use for trazodone. Insomnia Trazodone for insomnia is another off-label use, but a fairly common one. A systematic review from 2017 analyzed various studies where patients taking trazodone for insomnia reported significant improvements.

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Citalopram interactions to avoid

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Hailing from the selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitor ( SSRI ) class of drugs, citalopram is often used for the treatment of major depressive disorder or off-label use treating anxiety disorder. For all the good work that it does, citalopram also has its downsides. These communication efforts can make all the difference.

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Ozempic interactions to avoid

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If symptoms of an interaction develop, such as abdominal pain, hypoglycemia, or blurred vision, the matter takes on a sense of urgency.

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Metformin interactions to avoid

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It is also used off-label for insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome ( PCOS ). Metformin is the first-line drug of choice prescribed by medical professionals for Type 2 diabetes treatment. These agents reduce serum bicarbonate levels in the bloodstream.