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Household Product Labels

Household product labels often contain the wrong information - or no information - about treating poisonings.

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Are Over-the-Counter Phenylephrine Products Safe and Effective?

Phenylephrine is a decongestant available in many over-the-counter cold products. A US Food and Drug (FDA) Advisory Panel reviewed recent studies and found that oral phenylephrine is no more effective than placebo for the treatment of nasal congestion. Based on these findings and additional review, the FDA has proposed that products containing oral phenylephrine be removed from the market.

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Drugs for Dementia

A decline in cognitive function can occur with aging and, if it interferes with daily activities, it might be diagnosed as dementia. Several drugs can produce small improvements in dementia symptoms. Adverse effects of these drugs occur frequently, and evaluation in a healthcare facility is often necessary if a person takes too much.

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What is the Morning After Pill?

“Morning after” pills such as Plan B One-Step® can be used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or after other contraception methods have failed. These pills are generally safe and effective, but it is important to know how to use them correctly and when to seek medical care. The use of emergency contraceptive medications like Plan B One-Step® is not abortion.

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How do SGLT-2 inhibitors help treat heart failure?

SGLT-2 inhibitors are effective in treating heart failure for patients with and without diabetes. Because of their benefits in reducing death and hospitalizations from heart failure, these medications are being used more often.

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CBD Products: Are They Safe?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the most studied compounds of the cannabis plant. CBD drew attention when it was shown to stop seizures in a group of patients with a form of epilepsy that does not respond to conventional therapies. Potential benefits of CBD might include anti-inflammatory, immune system, and anti-anxiety effects. A great deal more scientific investigation is needed.

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Generic Drugs versus Brand Name Drugs

Generic medicines have the same active ingredients and effects as brand name medicines, but they may be a different color, shape, or size. For many years, U.S. law has required that generic drugs look different from brand names. Many different drug companies may make versions of the same medicine. Generic drugs are less expensive than brand name drugs.

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What is famotidine used for?

Famotidine is a medication commonly used for heartburn, reflux, and other gastric conditions. The dosing of famotidine varies based on the condition being treated, and famotidine is usually taken once or twice daily. Side effects of famotidine include headache and constipation or diarrhea. Use of famotidine has not been associated with cancer development in humans.

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What is Fentanyl?

Fentanyl is a powerful opioid pain medication as well as a common contaminant found in illicit drugs. It can cause users to stop breathing, resulting in death. The antidote naloxone (Narcan) can reverse the effects of a fentanyl overdose if given in time.

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Are Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics Safe?

Fluoroquinolone antibiotics are associated with serious adverse effects. For this reason, they are not the preferred treatment for many infections, but still have an important role for resistant bacteria and in patients with allergies to other antibiotics.

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