Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLabel WarningEffect on the LiverTalk to Your Doctor Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Label Warning Effect on the Liver Talk to Your Doctor If you are taking Lipitor (atorvastatin) or otherstatinsto control your cholesterol levels, it’s best to avoid drinking more than a moderate amount of alcohol. Lipitor and alcohol both affect the liver, and people who drink excessively may need to be extra cautious while taking this medication....

Key TakeawaysThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers no official guidance on exercising before getting the COVID-19 vaccine.Experts say there’s likely no drawback to exercising before you get vaccinated, and there may even be some benefits.Exercising before you get vaccinated could potentially boost your immune response.If you regularly exercise, you may be wondering if you can continue to do so before or after getting vaccinated against COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) doesn’t offer specific advice on physical activity and vaccination....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesTreatmentPreventionWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Treatment Prevention When to See a Healthcare Provider This article discusses the common causes of nosebleeds due toallergiesand how totreat and preventthem. SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Getty Images Causes of Allergy Nosebleeds Nosebleeds can be quite common and normal for people experiencing seasonal allergies. This is due to blood vessel damage in the nasal septum just inside the nose (the wall that separates the left and right sides of the nose)....

Astigmatismalmost always occurs in both eyes. The condition can occur in only one eye, but that is usually the result of a physical injury. Verywell / Theresa Chiechi What Is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is a fancy word that is used to describe a malfunction of the way vision works. Astigmatism is a common disorder of the eyes that can cause light to focus on two points instead of just one. This condition can be the result of a misshapen cornea....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDuring PregnancyWhich Antihistamines Are Safe to Use in Pregnancy?Antihistamines and Birth DefectsAlternatives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents During Pregnancy Which Antihistamines Are Safe to Use in Pregnancy? Antihistamines and Birth Defects Alternatives If you’re pregnant, you may wonder if it’s safe to useantihistamines. An estimated 10% to 15% of pregnant people do use these drugs to treatallergic rhinitis(runny nose) as well ashives, nausea and vomiting,asthma,indigestion, and more....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBreastfeeding While SickSafe MedicineWhat to AvoidAlternative Remedies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Breastfeeding While Sick Safe Medicine What to Avoid Alternative Remedies Nastasic / Getty Images Can I Breastfeed While Sick? Things to consider with nursing while sick include: Drugs and Lactation (LactMed) DatabaseThe Drugs and Lactation (LactMed) database is a useful resource for parents. It’s a searchable database that contains information on drugs and other chemicals breastfeeding or chestfeeding parents and their babies may be exposed to....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPain RelieversCough RemediesDecongestants Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Pain Relievers Cough Remedies Decongestants While doubling up oncold and flumedicines like Sudafed and Dayquil may seem like a good idea—hitting symptoms hard for faster relief—doing so poses certain harms if you are not careful. This includes overdosing on medications used in both medicines, which not only increases the risk of side effects but might also end up injuring your liver and other organs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Tramadol?What Is Naproxen?Side EffectsPotential RisksInteractionsBenefits of Dual Therapy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Tramadol? What Is Naproxen? Side Effects Potential Risks Interactions Benefits of Dual Therapy When used together, tramadol and naproxen may provide excellent pain relief without the risk of side effects that tramadol is well known for. This article explains how tramadol and naproxen work, including possible side effects and interactions....

Key TakeawaysIt is possible to become infected with COVID-19 after you are fully vaccinated.Fully vaccinated people who get COVID-19 aren’t as likely to have severe cases.Booster shots and safety measures like masks offer you extra protection.Vaccines are not 100% effective in preventing infection. Breakthrough cases are expected, even when vaccines are highly effective.Recovered From COVID-19? Here’s Why You Should Get Vaccinated AnywayWhat Is a Breakthrough Case?A breakthrough case is when a fully vaccinated person gets the disease they were vaccinated against....

Key TakeawaysAt-home rapid tests should continue to work if they were left out in freezing temperatures for a short period of time.Bringing the test back to room temperature for at least two hours should make it usable, but heat exposure may damage it beyond use.When in doubt, check if the control line on your tests appears normally per the test’s instructions. If it doesn’t, the test is likely defective. Key Takeaways At-home rapid tests should continue to work if they were left out in freezing temperatures for a short period of time....

Over-the-counter (OTC) inhalers are not approved for treatingchronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD). Aside from the fact that they are ineffective for COPD, these inhalers can pose risks including masking symptoms and increasing treatment side effects. This article discusses OTC inhalers and why they are not recommended for people with COPD. Mayur Kakade / Getty Images OTC vs. Prescription Inhalers There are no OTC medications approved for the treatment of COPD. The condition is managed with a combination of short-acting bronchodilators likealbuterolfor acute symptoms and long-acting maintenance medications to prevent exacerbations....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUse in Sinus InfectionsWhat Is Azithromycin?Special ConsiderationsSafe TreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Use in Sinus Infections What Is Azithromycin? Special Considerations Safe Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Healthcare providers prescribeazithromycinfor treating certain bacterial infections, such as pneumonia. However, azithromycin does not effectively eliminate all types of bacteria and is not recommended for treating sinus infections. A healthcare provider can help determine whether azithromycin is an appropriate treatment choice....

Unless your surgeon tells you to use peroxide or rubbing alcohol—and they likely won’t recommend either—you should never use these chemicals or any other harsh products on your healing surgical incision. Zero Creatives / Getty Images Think of your incision as skin that has to be treated as gently as possible, with the most gentle cleansers and lukewarm water. There is no need for hard chemicals, abrasive scrubs,lotions, or ointments unless they were prescribed....