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OTC drugs to avoid and when?

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  Over the counter drugs are the drugs that can be bought from pharmacy stores without a prescription from your doctor. It’s a common practice to take over the counter drugs to treat cold, flu, pain (headache, dental pain, body ache). Its essential to know about the risks of OTC drugs so that you know when to avoid them. Aspirin -  Photo by Prescription Giant a common myth followed by people is to place aspirin on the gum to reduce pain. Toothache should not be managed by placing aspirin as it’s acidic in nature which in turns might burn the gum. You will experience more pain by placing it directly on the tooth. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - this over the counter drug is known to cause liver damage and toxicity, it is generally used for pain relief. Drug addiction- Overusing some over the counter drugs can cause drug addiction. To achieve the same effect from the drug the patient might increase the dosage, as the body develops tolerance over time. Cough and cold medicines...

Relieving Dental Pain?

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  Have you ever experienced unbearable tooth pain? If yes, you would know that dental pain can become a nightmare if not treated properly and how useful it is to know ways you can reduce your suffering till the dentist comes to your aid. Causes of dental pain and swelling? The most common cause for dental pain and swelling is tooth decay. When you neglect tooth decay it can eventually lead to an infection that could be severe. Different causes could be: ·          Gum problems ·          Wisdom tooth eruption ·          Sensitivity ·          Abscess (pus formation) ·          Food/debris stuck between teeth ·          Loss of previous tooth filling ·          Trauma to the tooth · ...