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Myostatin inhibitors block the activity of myostatin in the body resulting in increased muscle mass. Clinical trials are investigating if they will benefit patients with muscle wasting illnesses. It is unclear if they work. They are not yet FDA-approved. Potential side effects include weakened tendons, reduced bone density, muscle spasm, bleeding disorders, and both vascular and cardiac damage.
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DNP is heavily promoted on social media for weight loss and body building. It is not legal or safe, with little difference between suggested and lethal dose. Side effects include headache, weakness, vomiting, lethargy, increased heart and respiratory rate, convulsions, coma, and dangerously high temperature. Death is due to cardiovascular collapse or very high body temperature.
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Carbamazepine is used for seizures, trigeminal neuralgia, and bipolar disorder. Side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, fatigue, ataxia, blurry vision, nausea, vomiting, and dry mouth. More serious side effects include severe rashes, blood problems, liver, and kidney toxicity. Carbamazepine interacts with many other medications, as well as with grapefruit and grapefruit juice.
Find out moreCarbamazepine is used for seizures, trigeminal neuralgia, and bipolar disorder. Side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, fatigue, ataxia, blurry vision, nausea, vomiting, and dry mouth. More serious side effects include severe rashes, blood problems, liver, and kidney toxicity. Carbamazepine interacts with many other medications, as well as with grapefruit and grapefruit juice.
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Oxcarbazepine is used for partial onset seizures. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, headache, incoordination, and difficulty with memory. Gastrointestinal symptoms, double vision, dystonia, and low sodium levels can occur. Serious skin and allergic reactions are possible. Drug interactions occur when taken with central nervous system depressants, hormonal contraceptives, and diuretics.
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Pregabalin is used for nerve pain, fibromyalgia, anxiety, and partial-onset seizures. Common side effects are drowsiness, dizziness, poor concentration, confusion, memory problems, unsteadiness, tremors, dry mouth, constipation, nausea, and vomiting. It is a schedule V in the US due to risk of abuse and physical dependence. Avoid central nervous system depressants, such as alcohol, that increase sedation risk.
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National Poison Prevention Week was March 15–21, 2026. The commemorative week was established in 1961 to promote public awareness about how to prevent and respond to poison incidents. You can prevent most unintentional poisonings, but when you need it, expert help is just a click or call away.
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Aspirin is an over-the-counter medication used as an anti-inflammatory agent and for pain or fever relief. Low dose aspirin is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in people with existing heart disease, and sometimes in pregnancy to prevent preeclampsia. Normal side effects include stomach upset and indigestion. Aspirin overdose can be life-threatening.
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Up to 10% of people who take penicillin can have an allergic reaction. However, life-threatening reactions (anaphylaxis) are very rare. Most people with a penicillin allergy can safely take related medications, including cephalosporins.
Find out moreNational Poison Prevention Week was March 15–21, 2026. The commemorative week was established in 1961 to promote public awareness about how to prevent and respond to poison incidents. You can prevent most unintentional poisonings, but when you need it, expert help is just a click or call away.
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Kombucha tea is a slightly effervescent, slightly alcoholic liquid for which many health claims are made. Home-brewed kombucha tea has been associated with several adverse health events. There are no scientific studies to support the many health claims made for kombucha tea, though it has a long history of use.
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Eliquis (apixaban) is an oral medication that reduces the risk of forming blood clots. The most common side effect is bleeding/bruising. Do not take more than prescribed as it puts you at higher risk for bleeding. Follow up with your healthcare provider regularly if you are prescribed this medication.
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