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When colds, flus and allergies hit, many people automatically turn to over-the-counter medications to push through and treat their symptoms. These include decongestants, painkillers, cough or allergy medicines and combinations thereof. Nearly 70% of adults in the U.S. use over-the-counter medications as a first-line response for treating cold and flu symptoms. Although these medications are […]

When you’re taking medicine, the last thing you’re probably thinking about is how it could potentially lead to liver damage. But the reality is, seemingly harmless pills you take for common ailments could do more harm than good if not taken properly. Be cautious of these medications.

Taking pain relievers like Advil and Tylenol might be doing you more harm than good. A new study has uncovered links between hearing loss in women and the long-term use of acetaminophen and ibuprofen. The study, performed by researchers at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, found that regularly taking the over the counter painkillers two […]