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Over-the-counter medications

Over-the-counter (OTC) medications refer to medications available without a prescription at your local pharmacy. They treat a range of conditions, and are effective when used correctly in consultation with your healthcare provider.

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OTC pills comparing Famotidine and pantoprazole
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Famotidine vs. pantoprazole: Comparing uses, effectiveness, cost...

Famotidine and pantoprazole both reduce stomach acid. Understand the side effects, safety, and interactions for digestive health.
Nov. 21, 2024
Confused man: Ibuprofen and head injury
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Why you shouldn’t take ibuprofen after a head injury?

Head injuries need careful care. Learn about symptoms, risks of ibuprofen, and safe steps to aid recovery.
Updated on Nov. 21, 2024
A person blowing their nose: Does ibuprofen help with allergies?
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Does ibuprofen help with allergies?

Some allergy medications have ibuprofen in them to reduce pain from inflammation
Nov. 20, 2024
A prescription pad and random pills: Can you take Theraflu and ibuprofen together?
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Can you take Theraflu and ibuprofen together?

Everything you need to know if you’re considering taking ibuprofen with a Theraflu product
Nov. 19, 2024
A bottle with different types of pills spilling out of it: Can you take Excedrin and ibuprofen together?
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Can you take Excedrin and ibuprofen together?

What you should know before considering taking these OTC pain relievers together
Nov. 18, 2024
Foot bath: home remedies for toenail fungus
Health Education

Remedies for toenail fungus

Get rid of toenail fungus fast with home remedies like vinegar, baking soda, peroxide, and more, or use these effective OTC and RX toenail fungus treatments when natural remedies don't work.
Updated on Jun. 30, 2023
Rx liquid medication vs Rx tablet: Pepto-Bismol vs. Tums
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Pepto-Bismol vs. Tums: Differences, similarities, and which is b...

Compare the efficacy, indications, and side effects of Pepto-Bismol vs. Tums
Updated on Nov. 14, 2024
Hot water bottle for pain relief with OTC pill bottles: Ibuprofen and sore muscles
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Does ibuprofen help sore muscles?

Ibuprofen can relieve muscle soreness but may not work for exercise-related pain
Nov. 14, 2024
Over-the-counter medication for stress and anxiety
Wellness

5 OTC stress and anxiety treatments

What to take for non-prescription relief of these mood killers
Apr. 8, 2024
A man blowing his nose: Best allergy medicine for a runny nose
Health Education

Best allergy medicine for a runny nose

Medication should help, but see an allergist if runny nose allergies become a nuisance
Feb. 8, 2024
Rx blister packs and Rx pill bottle: Non-drowsy allergy medicine
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What are the best non-drowsy allergy medicines?

Non-drowsy antihistamines, such as Allegra, Claritin, and Clarinex can offer allergy relief without the symptom of drowsiness
Apr. 10, 2023
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