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Prevent cramps before they start

Girls, we've all been there. 'The time of the month' is not only a nuisance, it's a pain -- literally. Hands up: how many of you have missed work or ... Read More »

Know your pain killers

Pain Killers are a staple in almost every person's medicine cabinet. Aches or pains? We pop a pill with nary a thought towards what we're putting into ... Read More »

Ibuprofen may reduce effect of aspirin

The first randomized trial evidence revealing the dangers of taking ibuprofen and aspirin together was recently released by the Mount Sinai School of ... Read More »

The Thanksgiving Eve Hangover Repair Manual

It's hours away from starting ... the Biggest Party Night of the year!! I find it amazing that the night before Thanksgiving has somehow stolen the ... Read More »

Picking the best pain meds

Several years ago I picked my niece up from the orthodontist. I handed her a Tylenol to help with the pain of having her braces tightened. Before she ... Read More »

Ibuprofen found to block aspirin in the body

There are family members and friends I know who swear by one OTC pain reliever or another. Some laud acetaminophen, others ibuprofen and yet others ... Read More »

Ibuprofen best painkiller for children

When your child has a headache or just does not feel good, many of us rush to administer ibuprofen, acetaminophen or just plain aspirin -- but are any ... Read More »

Common painkillers raise mens' blood pressure - what are alternatives?

As Rigel posted on earlier, this week some rather shocking news was released regarding very common painkillers and the possibility of raising blood ... Read More »

Simple pain pills may mean trouble for your blood pressure

Another important reminder that just because a medication is sold "over the counter" doesn't mean it comes without any potential risks: new data ... Read More »

Have a headache? FDA recommends tougher warnings on pain relievers.

This week, the FDA recommended sterner warnings on common pain relievers, citing concerns that earlier warnings did not go far enough considering the ... Read More »