Medications
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Ambien: Is dependence a concern?
Zolpidem (Ambien) for insomnia is generally safe in the short term, but some people who take it may behave dangerously, such as driving while not awake.
Antibiotics and alcohol
Alcohol doesn't make antibiotics less effective. But it's still a good idea not to drink alcohol while taking antibiotics.
Antibiotics and pregnancy: What's safe?
Learn about common types of antibiotics used during pregnancy and their safety.
Antidepressant withdrawal: Is there such a thing?
Antidepressant withdrawal is possible if you stop taking an antidepressant abruptly — but it's generally preventable.
Antidepressants and alcohol: What's the concern?
Combining antidepressants and alcohol can worsen depression and cause other problems.
Antidepressants and weight gain: What causes it?
An antidepressant isn't always a direct cause of weight gain. Learn the other causes of weight gain when taking antidepressants and how to manage weight.
Antidepressants: Can they stop working?
Antidepressants: Reasons treatment stops working.
Arcus senilis: A sign of high cholesterol?
With this condition, older adults develop a gray arc around the cornea of the eyes.
Autism spectrum disorder treatment: Can special diets help?
There's no evidence that restrictive diets are an effective treatment for autism spectrum disorder.
Autism treatment: Can chelation therapy help?
Chelation therapy is not an effective autism treatment, and it may be dangerous.
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