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Tag Archives: acetaminophen
Two OTC drugs give better pain relief than one for osteoarthritis
A study published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases shows that “combination treatment using ibuprofen plus acetaminophen provided better relief of chronic knee pain than acetaminophen alone.”
Posted in General Health, Joint Health
Tagged acetaminophen, ibuprofen, joint pain, knee osteoarthritis, naproxen, NSAIDs, oral NSAID, osteoarthritis
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Warning: Dosage levels reduced on acetaminophen (Tylenol) products
Hope everyone had a safe and happy Labor Day weekend. I wanted to be sure you all knew about this important safety announcement, especially since inadvertent acetaminophen (Tylenol and others) overdose is the leading cause of liver failure.
Posted in Children's Health, General Health, Parenting
Tagged acetaminophen, liver damage, liver failure, Tylenol
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Parents: Don’t fear all fevers
For years I’ve tried to reassure the parents of the kids in my practice that “fever is your friend.” My advice is based upon studies that show that NOT treating a fever will help children recover more quickly from viral … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Parenting
Tagged acetaminophen, fever, fever medicine, ibuprofen, treating fever
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Good News for those with Migraine Headaches
Here’s a good news story for those of us who suffer with migraine headaches. According to two new studies, migraine sufferers may be able to get sufficient relief without turning to prescription drugs. The studies, published in the latest issue … Continue reading
Posted in Men's Health, Woman's Health
Tagged acetaminophen, Aleve, almotriptan, aspirin, Axert, Frova, frovatriptan, headache, migraine, migraine headache, naproxen, Tylenol, zolmitriptan, Zomig
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Using acetaminophen (Tylenol) following vaccination may reduce efficacy
When children and adults in my practice receive a vaccine, I recommend ibuprofen or acetaminophen to reduce discomfort, inflammation, or low-grade fever. Now comes a study that will change my practice.
Posted in Children's Health, General Health, Parenting
Tagged acetaminophen, diphtheria and tetanus toxoids, diphtheria toxoid, diphtheria vaccine, DPT, DPT vaccine, dT, DTaP, fever, fever medicine, Hepatitis B vaccine, Hib vaccine, ibuprofen, pertussis, pertussis vaccine, pneumococcal vaccine, pneumonia vaccine, Tdap, tetanus toxoid, tetanus vaccine, vaccination, vaccinations, vaccine, whooping cough, whooping cough vaccine
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New Warning Against Long-Term Use of Aspirin and Ibuprofen in Elderly
Aspirin and ibuprofen are staples in just about every medicine chest and first aid kit. They’re sold over the counter, and they’re not expensive. Most people don’t think twice about taking them. But you should — especially if you’re elderly. … Continue reading
Posted in Men's Health, Woman's Health
Tagged acetaminophen, American Geriatric Society, arthritis, aspirin, chronic pain, ibuprofen, naproxen, NSAIDs, pain
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Cold medicines and children: a dangerous mix?
As the seasons change and parents reach for over-the-counter cold medicine for their icky-feeling children, they may be baffled by new instructions: Do not give them to kids under 4. Drug companies recently announced they are voluntarily changing the labels for … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Health Headlines, Parenting
Tagged AAP, acetaminophen, children and cold medications, cold medications, colds and children, FDA, ibuprofen, nasal suction, OTC cold medications, saline nose drops, Tylenol
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Parents fret needlessly over fever
Parents, do you suffer from fever phobia? Have you ever: • Awakened a sleeping child to take his or her temperature? • Chased down a running, giggling but slightly feverish child with a dose of Tylenol? • Forced a whimpering, … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Health Headlines, Parenting
Tagged acetaminophen, fever, fever medicine, ibuprofen, Motrin, Tylenol
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