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Poisoning Statistics, 2016

Poison statistics for the Washington, DC metro area (2016)

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Poisoning Statistics, 2018

Poison statistics for the Washington, DC metro area (2018)

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Poisoning Statistics, 2015

Poison statistics for the Washington, DC metro area (2015)

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What is Omeprazole?

Omeprazole is a medication that decreases the amount of acid the stomach produces. Known as a “proton pump inhibitor”, omeprazole is used to treat acid reflux and gastrointestinal ulcers. Omeprazole is available over-the-counter and as a prescription medication, but should be used with caution due to its interactions with other medications and dietary supplements. 

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Are over-the-counter phenylephrine products safe and effective?

Phenylephrine is a decongestant available in many over-the-counter cold products. A U.S. Food and Drug (FDA) Advisory Panel reviewed recent studies and found that oral phenylephrine is no more effective than placebo for the treatment of nasal congestion. While it is unclear if the drug will be pulled from the market, it does not pose a safety threat to consumers.

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Risks and Side Effects of Perindopril

Perindopril is a medication used to treat heart conditions such as high blood pressure. It is part of a commonly prescribed class of drugs called ACE inhibitors. These drugs are generally well tolerated but have been associated with drug-induced cough and a potentially serious adverse reaction called angioedema.

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Autumn Poison Prevention

Check out our tips and articles for preventing poisonings in autumn.

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Poisoning Statistics, 2020

Poison statistics for the Washington, DC metro area (2020)

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Valentines Day: Heart Month

Everyday life is full of chances to make mistakes with our medicines. When it comes to heart medicine, too many people cause heartache by taking the wrong medicine, leaving heart medicine where a child can reach it, skipping a check-up to monitor levels of heart medicine and its effects, or treating symptoms with herbal medicines and teas, without checking with your doctor.

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A New Class of Drugs for Diabetes 

SGLT2 inhibitors are a new class of drugs for type 2 diabetes. They have some unique benefits such as less risk of dangerously low blood sugar compared to many other antidiabetic medicines. On the down side, patients might experience more urinary infections and should guard against dehydration.

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