How Safe are Over-the-Counter Medications?
Think over-the-counter medications are safe? Think again.
Even the seemingly benign class of medications called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has serious health risks. (NSAIDs include aspirin, ketoprofen (Orudis) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin and Nuprin).) According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 76,000 people are hospitalized each year due to adverse reactions to NSAIDs. And, an estimated 7,600 will die this year alone as a direct result of NSAIDs. Before you pop another pill, read on to learn how dangerous these medications can be and where to turn for safer alternatives.
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