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Sleep aids: Could antihistamines help me sleep?
Antihistamines can be somewhat effective as a sleep aid — but only for occasional sleeplessness.
Shingles treatment: Does alcohol use affect therapy?
Generally, it's best to avoid alcohol during the course of shingles treatment.
Rhabdomyolysis from statins: What's the risk?
Rhabdomyolysis is a rare but potentially life-threatening side effect of statins.
Recurring strep throat: When is tonsillectomy useful?
Tonsillectomy may sometimes be needed in children who have recurring strep throat infections.
Probiotics and prebiotics: What you should know
Probiotics are foods or supplements that contain 'good' bacteria that might help treat or prevent illness. Should they be part of your diet?
Prenatal vitamins: OK for women who aren't pregnant?
Prenatal vitamins: Why they might not be suitable if you're not pregnant.
Prednisone withdrawal: Why taper down slowly?
Prednisone is a powerful medication. Find out why it's so important to taper off your dosage gradually.
Polypill: Does it treat heart disease?
This combination pill contains small doses of several commonly prescribed heart disease medicines.
Pink eye: How long is it contagious?
Many parents wonder how long pink eye (conjunctivitis) is contagious. Find out.
Phentermine for weight loss
This prescription medicine can help with weight loss when combined with a healthy diet and exercise.
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