Prescription Drugs

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Drug Interactions: 3 Problem Combinations to Avoid

Drug Interactions: 3 Problem Combinations to Avoid

Be cautious about these drug duos.

A Fatal Combination: Cold Medication and Drinking

A Fatal Combination: Cold Medication and Drinking

A fatal combination of prescription drugs and drinking killed her brother.

9 More Things Your Pharmacist Isn't Telling You

9 More Things Your Pharmacist Isn't Telling You

More secrets from behind the drug counter.

Prescription Drug Side Effects: Take As Directed

Prescription Drug Side Effects: Take As Directed

Nearly 30% of us stop taking our medicines before we should. Why playing doctor can be a dangerous game.

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What to bear in mind the next time you visit the pharmacy counter.
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Questions and solutions for handling side effects from prescription medications.
4Prescription Medications New and Old
What to consider when your doctor prescribes a new drug.
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Find out the facts behind the hype surrounding cholesterol drugs.
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