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May 12, 2012 08:49AM

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May 12, 2012 08:20AM

Does Aspirin Lower Cancer Risk?

Recent news that aspirin performs as well as the blockbuster blood thinning drug Plavix, may not be the crowning achievement of this respected drug.

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May 10, 2012 09:13AM

No Harmless Meds After All

Over the counter medications like Advil, Tylenol, and other pain relieving drugs are found in many households, and are generally considered safe when used properly.

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May 10, 2012 05:16AM

Teens & Pills

Teens are starting to abuse painkillers earlier in life than previously thought. Preventative methods introduced to seniors in high school are probably too late, and recent reports indicate that education should start earlier.

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May 07, 2012 11:05AM

Common Cold Remedy May Not be Best

Zinc is commonly sold as a remedy for the common cold, but whether its effective is controversial. A recent review of research shed some light on this debated treatment.

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May 04, 2012 05:18AM

X-Rock Supplement Recalled

The supplement X-Rock has been voluntarily recalled by manufacturer XROCK Industries because it contains a related version of a drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Apr 26, 2012 03:34PM

Wonder Drug for Colon Cancer?

It's one of the most common, widely available and inexpensive drugs on the market. These days aspirin is being studied for its potential power to relieve a great deal more than headaches.

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Apr 07, 2012 06:50AM

A Daily Dose of Aspirin Without Ulcers?

Aspirin is frequently called a "wonder pill," but many long-term users end up with painful stomach ulcers. So what if a pill could deliver the benefits of aspirin without the side effects?

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Apr 03, 2012 06:14AM

Dietitians Practice What They Preach

They say if you want the best plate in the house, you should order what the chef eats. The same might be said for following the eating and health habits of registered dietitians.

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Mar 20, 2012 04:46PM

Daily Aspirin to Prevent and Treat Cancer?

Aspirin has long been the go-to drug to relieve common aches and pains. Its utility is reaching new heights these days as a potential drug to prevent and possibly treat cancer. Exciting stuff!

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Mar 17, 2012 06:36AM

An Aspirin a day may Take Cancer Away

Imagine that you've just been told you have cancer and you're doctor says, "Take an aspirin a day, and call me in a week." Such a scenario might not be so far-fetched if a super-powerful aspirin works in humans.

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Active ingredient

Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Uses

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
  • runny nose 
  • sneezing 
  • itchy, watery eyes 
  • itching of the nose or throat 
  • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold: 
  • runny nose 
  • sneezing

Warnings

Do not use

  • to make a child sleepy 
  • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • glaucoma 
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland 
  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When using this product

  • marked drowsiness may occur 
  • avoid alcoholic drinks 
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness 
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery 
  • excitability may occur, especially in children If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. 
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Directions

  • if needed, repeat dose every 4 to 6 hours 
  • do not take more than 6 times in 24 hours adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 to 2 gelcaps children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 gelcap children under 6 years of age do not use this product in children under 6 years of age

Other information

  • each gelcap contains: calcium 35 mg 
  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity. 
  • do not use if carton is open or if blister unit is broken 
  • see side panel for lot number and expiration date

Inactive ingredients

benzyl alcohol, black iron oxide, butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, crospovidone, D&C red #28, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, edetate calcium disodium, FD&C red #40, gelatin, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, red iron oxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium propionate, titanium dioxide, yellow iron oxide
Reviewed by:
Review Date:
Joseph V. Madia, MD
Friday, June 17, 2011

Source: FDA