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Some Antibiotics Linked to Miscarriage Risk

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Some Prescription Drugs are Less Effective Than (Over-The-Counter) OTC Drugs
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Some Prescription Drugs are Less Effective Than OTC Drugs

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Statins Linked to Higher Risk of Back Problems

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Statins Might Not Mix Well With Certain Antibiotics

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Steroids May Not Be Wise Choice for Intensive-Care Patients

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Study Finds Statin Side Effects the Result of “Nocebo” Effect

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Sudafed May Remain on the Shelf, Despite Findings It Doesn’t Work

Suzanne B. Robotti
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Symptoms or Side Effects? Deprescribing a Young Woman

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Taking Acid Reflux Medications Long-Term Have Side Effects

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