Sterner Warnings Advised for Acetaminophen, Other Pain Pills
The Columbian › December 22, 2006
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WASHINGTON -- Federal health officials cautioned Tuesday the tens of millions of Americans who take popular over-the-counter pain pills of their potentially serious side effects and released planned label changes intended to warn of the sometimes deadly risks.
Aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen and the other related over-the- counter drugs remain safe and effective when used as directed, the Food and Drug Administration said.See the full content of this document
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Sterner Warnings Advised for Acetaminophen, Other Pain Pills
However, overdoses of acetaminophen can cause serious liver damage, even death, the FDA said. For aspirin,...
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