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May 11, 2012 10:43PM

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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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Mar 13, 2012 07:35AM

Vitamin D May Help Hay Fever Sufferers

Hay fever is a common symptom for allergy sufferers that may require steroid treatments. Adding Vitamin D may improve steroidal hay fever treatment.

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Active ingredient

Cromolyn sodium 5.2mg

Purpose

Nasal allergy symptom controller

Uses

  • to prevent and relieve nasal symptoms of hay fever and other nasal allergies: 
  • runny/itchy nose 
  • sneezing 
  • allergic stuffy nose

Warnings

Do not use
  • if you are allergic to any of the ingredients

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • fever 
  • discolored nasal discharge 
  • sinus pain 
  • wheezing

When using this product

  • it may take several days of use to notice an effect. Your best effect may not be seen for 1 to 2 weeks. 
  • brief stinging or sneezing may occur right after use 
  • do not use it to treat sinus infection, asthma, or cold symptoms 
  • do not share this bottle with anyone else as this may spread germs

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • shortness of breath, wheezing, or chest tightness occurs 
  • hives or swelling of the mouth or throat occurs 
  • your symptoms worsen 
  • you have new symptoms 
  • your symptoms do not begin to improve within two weeks 
  • you need to use for more than 12 weeks 
  • If pregnant or breast-feeding,ask a health professional before use. 
  • Keep out of reach of children. 
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Directions

  • see package insert on how to use pump 
  • parent or care provider must supervise the use of this product by young children 
  • adults and children 2 years and older: 
  • spray once into each nostril. Repeat 3-4 times a day (every 4-6 hours). If needed, may be used up to 6 times a day. 
  • use every day while in contact with the cause of your allergies (pollen, molds, pets, and dust) 
  • to prevent nasal allergy symptoms, use before contact with the cause of your allergies. For best results, start using up to one week before contact. 
  • if desired, you can use this product with other medicines, including other allergy medicines. 
  • children under 2 years: Do not use unless directed by a doctor

Other information

  • store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) 
  • protect from light 
  • keep carton and package insert. They contain important instructions. 
  • do not use if imprinted plastic bottle wrap is broken or missing 
  • see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date

Inactive ingredients

benzalkonium chloride, edetate disodium, purified water
Reviewed by:
Review Date:
Joseph V. Madia, MD
Friday, June 17, 2011

Source: FDA