Over-the-counter drugs: are you using too many?

” Over-the-counter” or OTC (short for Over-The-Counter) drugs are valuable remedies to alleviate many common, annoying but not serious ailments that can occasionally occur in daily life, without having to go to force from the doctor to get the prescription. Their free purchase in pharmacies is allowed because decades of employment by millions of people has demonstrated that OTC drugs are effective and safe when taken at the dosages and In the manner indicated on the package inserts or packages, and That are easy to manage even without having medical knowledge specifications. However, to reap the expected benefits without taking no risks, it should not be abused: especially of these .

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Itching caused by insects

Often causing a sudden, sometimes growing itch are insects, chief among them the mosquito, whose bite generates an intense, but nevertheless short-lived itch. If, however, hematophagous (i.e., blood-sucking) insects such

Dealing with “strong” emotions? Try it this way

Strong emotions are sought by some people to “feel alive.” But there is emotion and emotion, and certain “strong emotions” are very unpleasant both for those who experience them and

A zigzag swim in the sea to avoid jellyfish; the enemy is fear

In our seas it is often possible to have jellyfish. These are not lethal species, but with their stinging tentacles they can ruin our vacations.

How long should an anti-contrast mask be kept?

A mask should be used for a limited time (e.g., one day) to prevent the moisture produced by the passage of air from reducing its functions. So if fabric it

Blood clots: a dangerous mystery of COVID-19

In addition to respiratory problems, blood clots pose a serious risk for COVID-19 patients. Blood clots can cause heart attacks or strokes in patients, strange forms of skin rash on

Do you cry a lot? This is not a bad thing

There are many reasons why one may cry, and as is well known, they are not all bad or unpleasant, on the contrary. What is known somewhat less are the

Eliminate bacon, without exerting too much effort

If you have not prepared in time for the dress rehearsal, it is now a little late to run for cover. But if your goal is limited to losing a

What is cannabis for medical use and what does it do

It has been talked about quite a bit for some years now, and in principle, its production is allowed in various countries, including Italy. However, the actual clinical use of

Memory hostage to obesity

Being overweight is a significant risk factor for many disorders and diseases. When the body mass index exceeds values such as 29-30, the possibility of suffering from memory loss or

Itching: all causes (often unknown)

In addition to being a sure annoyance, itching can be a telltale sign of a more or less severe disease, a reaction of the body to particular substances or treatments,

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