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health8 months ago•5 min saved

Over-the-Counter Medication Linked to Brain Health Risks, Experts Warn

Doctors warn that doxylamine succinate, found in some sleep aids and allergy medications, may pose long-term risks to brain health, including increased dementia risk, especially with prolonged or high-dose use. Safer alternatives for allergies include second-generation antihistamines and nasal sprays, while for sleep, behavioral therapies are recommended over medication. It's important to consult healthcare providers for personalized advice.

via Yahoo|

#brain-health #dementia-risk #doxylamine-succinate

health1 year ago•4 min saved

"Over-the-Counter Antidepressants: A New Era in Mental Health Treatment"

The FDA's approval of over-the-counter oral contraceptives reflects the need for wider access to birth control, but the same accessibility is not available for antidepressants, despite their safety and effectiveness. With high levels of depression reported in national surveys and limited access to psychiatrists and therapy, the author argues for over-the-counter access to SSRIs for individuals 25 and older, as a safe, effective, and inexpensive treatment option. This would require an SSRI manufacturer to engage with the FDA and invest in the necessary resources for a prescription-to-OTC switch, potentially providing a solution to the public health crisis of mental health in the United States.

via STAT|

#antidepressants #fda #health

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Opill: The First Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Now Available in US Stores"

The first over-the-counter birth control pill, Opill, is set to be available in U.S. stores, allowing women and teens to purchase it without a prescription. Manufactured by Perrigo, the one-month supply will cost about $20, and there will be no age restrictions on sales. This launch provides U.S. women with another birth control option amid legal and political battles over reproductive health, and the approval is unrelated to ongoing court battles over the abortion pill mifepristone. Despite some concerns by FDA scientists, the drug's approval has been granted, and studies have shown that patients, including adolescents, can effectively screen themselves to use the pills.

via The Associated Press|

#birth-control #fda-approval #health

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Understanding Safe Advil Dosage and Health Risks"

Regularly taking Advil for pain relief can pose health risks, especially for those with kidney or stomach issues. The recommended dosage for adults and children 12 years and older is one or two 200-milligram tablets every four to six hours, not exceeding 1,200 milligrams in 24 hours. It's important to be mindful of the dosage and to consult a healthcare professional if there are concerns about overuse.

via The New York Times|

#advil #health #health-risks

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Expert Warns of Dangers and Side Effects of Ozempic and Over-the-Counter Medicines"

Celebrity doctor Dr. Terry Dubrow has warned against the use of a popular over the counter medication, Ozempic, for weight loss and diabetes, claiming it to be 'the most dangerous drug you can take'. He also criticized the common painkiller Tylenol, stating it is one of the most dangerous drugs due to the risk of liver failure from acetaminophen overdose, as per FDA warnings.

via UNILAD|

#dr-terry-dubrow #health #liver-failure

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

PGA Tour Suspends Ben An for Anti-Doping Violation

PGA Tour suspends golfer Byeong Hun An for three months after he tested positive for a banned substance found in an over-the-counter cough medicine he took to treat a head cold and cough. The suspension, retroactive to August 31, means An will miss the Tour's fall series but won't affect his status for 2024. An accepted the suspension and expressed regret for not checking the medication's contents before taking it.

via NBC Sports|

#anti-doping-violation #byeong-hun-an #over-the-counter-medication

crime2 years ago•4 min saved

Prime suspect in 1982 Tylenol poisonings found dead

James Lewis, the suspect in the 1982 Tylenol poisonings that killed seven people and led to safety reforms in over-the-counter medication packaging, has died at the age of 76. Lewis served over 12 years in prison for sending an extortion note to Johnson & Johnson, demanding $1 million to "stop the killing." No one was ever charged in the deaths, and Lewis always denied any involvement. His death has been determined to be non-suspicious.

via NPR|

#cambridge-police #crime #james-lewis

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Prime suspect in Tylenol murders found dead in Massachusetts

James W. Lewis, the prime suspect in the 1982 Tylenol poisonings that killed seven people, has died at the age of 72. Although no one was ever charged in the deaths, Lewis served over 12 years in prison for sending an extortion note to Johnson & Johnson demanding $1 million. Lewis consistently denied any involvement in the poisonings and maintained his innocence, even creating a website claiming he was framed. His death has been determined as not suspicious. The Tylenol poisonings led to nationwide panic and prompted significant changes in the safety of over-the-counter medication packaging.

via USA TODAY|

#crime #extortion #james-lewis