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We frequently discuss that it's important for our doctors to know about any over-the-counter (OTC) medications we take for Migraines and headaches. We also have to keep in mind that OTC medications can cause medication overuse headache just as easily as prescription medications.
The FDA has r...
Some years ago I had anaphylactic reactions to Advil. I had never heard of that occuring, and it took many months for my allergist to isolate what it was that I had reacted to, months in which I had to eliminate many potential allergens and lived in fear of another reaction. About a year later, I saw that Advil now carries a warning that it is possible to develop an allergic reaction to the drug! Obviously this would have been very useful information for me and my doctor.
I'm so glad that knowledege of the dangers of over the counter medications will be made clear and available to the public.