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  • A woman dispensing her medication on her hand
    Beth Bradford

    One Of The Safest Cholesterol Medications Still Has A Few Unwanted Side Effects

    Although these cholesterol medications are some of the safest and most effective, they can come with unwanted side effects. We asked a doctor to explain.
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  • man looking at two medicine bottles from his cabinet
    Beth Bradford

    Why You Should Avoid Taking Ibuprofen With Meloxicam

    If you're taking meloxicam for pain, but it's not helping, you may wonder if it's okay to add an OTC drug like ibuprofen. Here's what a doctor advises.
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  • woman in bed taking ibuprofen
    Angelique H. Caffrey

    What It Means When Taking Ibuprofen Causes Night Sweats

    Is there a link between ibuprofen use and night sweats? An expert sheds light on the NSAID's possible side effects in a Health Digest exclusive interview.
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  • pharmacist handing over a prescription
    Beth Bradford

    Can You Fill A Prescription During A Hurricane? This Emergency Protocol Could Save Your Life

    If you need to fill a prescription during a hurricane, this emergency protocol could help save your life. Here's what to know as Hurricane Milton approaches.
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  • man taking pill
    Amanda Chatel

    Is It Safe To Take Ibuprofen Before Having Sex? Here's What We Know

    Many Americans look to ibuprofen to solve all sorts of aches and pains. An expert shares important facts about how safe it is to take this NSAID before sex.
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  • older man taking a pill
    Beth Bradford

    What Happens To Your Brain When You Take Too Much Viagra

    Viagra can cause certain side effects, possibly because of how it affects your brain. Here's what scientists think is happening and what you can do about it.
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  • woman folded over holding her stomach
    Beth Bradford

    Why You Shouldn't Take Ibuprofen To Treat Stomach Pain (And What To Take Instead)

    Ibuprofen treats many kinds of pain, so it might make sense to take it for stomach pain as well. However, our expert says you should take this instead.
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  • woman drinking glass of cranberry juice
    Beth Bradford

    What To Know About Drinking Cranberry Juice With Warfarin

    While loads of cranberry juice could have potential interactions with the common blood thinner warfarin, that's not the whole story.
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  • woman taking pill
    Amanda Chatel

    What Happens When You Take Plan B Before Having Sex

    Plan B is taken after unprotected sex, but it does raise the question as to whether it's effective if taken before sex. We asked a doctor for clarification.
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  • Woman swallowing a pill with a glass of water
    Tanya Sharma

    The 3 Best Beverages To Take Ibuprofen With (And The 3 Worst)

    There are certain beverages that may be advantageous to take alongside ibuprofen. However, there are also drinks that you shouldn't pair with the popular NSAID.
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  • woman taking pill in bed
    Beth Bradford

    When You Take Ibuprofen After Drinking Alcohol, This Is What Happens

    When a major headache hits you after drinking alcohol, is it safe to take ibuprofen immediately? A medical expert provides the answer in an exclusive interview.
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  • man putting Viagra tablet into hand
    Beth Bradford

    Men Should Avoid Eating These Foods Before Taking Viagra

    Using Viagra can help you with erectile dysfunction. However, you shouldn't eat certain foods before taking it in order to avoid interactions.
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  • older man looking at medication bottle
    Beth Bradford

    Men Over 50 Are At Higher Risk Of This Dangerous Viagra Side Effect

    Like many drugs, Viagra has side effects. Men over 50 who take Viagra are at a higher risk for this one particular side effect.
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  • woman holding ibuprofen pills in hand
    Angelique H. Caffrey

    How Often You Should Be Taking Ibuprofen If You're 50 Or Older

    Typically, common medications have usage restrictions when it comes to children and young adults. But for people above 50 years, is ibuprofen safe to take?
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  • man with cardiac arrest receiving CPR
    Nancy Schimelpfening

    Medications That Can Reduce Your Risk Of Death From Cardiac Arrest

    Cardiac arrest can be fatal without quick treatment. However, there are certain medications that can reduce your risk of death from cardiac arrest.
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  • man reading label on pill bottle
    Nancy Schimelpfening

    Cialis Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Blood Pressure (But Only If You Take These Medications)

    Cialis is used by men with erectile dysfunction. However, you'll want to be careful about taking it with these medications since it could affect blood pressure.
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  • nurse teaching woman about drug interactions
    Angelique H. Caffrey

    Is It Safe To Take Ibuprofen With Benadryl? We Explain One Potential Benefit

    Yes, some OTC drugs, like ibuprofen and Benedryl, can be safely combined and that combination can even offer benefits above taking them on their own.
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  • woman looking at supplement bottle in store
    Melissa Szaro

    12 Natural Remedies That Work According To Doctors

    Given the sheer number of fake "cures" out there, it's easy to be skeptical about natural remedies. But there's scientific evidence that some of them do work.
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  • man taking little blue pill Viagra
    Nancy Schimelpfening

    When Men Without Erectile Dysfunction Take Viagra, This Is What Happens

    You may have wondered whether Viagra could still enhance your sex life even if you don't have erectile dysfunction. This is what could happen.
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  • Woman holding a glass of water and taking medication
    Tanya Sharma

    Ibuprofen Has An Unexpected Effect On These Body Parts And Functions

    As one of the world's most popular painkillers, it's no surprise that ibuprofen's potential side effects have been the subject of many research efforts.
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  • woman taking pills and holding glass of water
    Angelique H. Caffrey

    How Long It Really Takes For Ibuprofen To Leave Your System

    While it only takes about 30 minutes for ibuprofen to get into your body and start working, how long it takes for it leave your system might surprise you.
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  • woman's hand organizing her pills in a pill case
    Beth Bradford

    Why You Should Avoid Taking Ibuprofen With This Common Antidepressant

    Ibuprofen can interact with many medications, including this common antidepressant. We'll explain what you need to know if you take them together.
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  • woman picking up tums from store shelf
    Erin Marie

    When You Take Tums Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Kidney Stone Risk

    Tums can help relieve indigestion, heartburn, and upset stomach. If you take it everyday, however, it could have this effect on your kidney stone risk.
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  • woman checking the label on a box of cold medicine
    Nancy Schimelpfening

    Don't Take Ibuprofen With This Decongestant Without Talking To Your Doctor

    Cold remedies with ibuprofen and this decongestant can be helpful in relieving cold and flu symptoms. However, you may want to talk with your doctor first.
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  • young woman in bed taking pill with glass of water
    Angelique H. Caffrey

    You Might Need This Medication If You Take Ibuprofen Every Day For 6 Months

    While it can offer the relief you desire, daily intake of the NSAID ibuprofen can have serious consequences on your body. You might need this other medication.
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  • man with gout holding elbow
    Nancy Schimelpfening

    Popular Medications That Increase Your Risk Of Gout

    While it might be surprising to you, certain popular medications can increase uric acid and trigger gout symptoms. You may even be using these medications.
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  • woman sick in bed with pills and water
    Angelique H. Caffrey

    Avoid Taking Ibuprofen With This Common OTC Cold And Flu Medication

    Certain medications should not be taken within the same dosing window, as this can lead to unpleasant side effects. Don't take ibuprofen with this OTC drug.
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