PARACETAMOL and ibuprofen are both used for treating pain and fever, proving particularly helpful in the case of a hangover. But can you take both together – is this more effective or is it in fact dangerous?
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Paracetamol banned on the NHS in move to save millions of pounds every year
PARACETAMOL and cold treatment prescriptions have now been banned by the NHS as part of proposals to save the health service millions of pounds every year. Treatments for diarrhoea, athletes’ foot, sore throats, coughs, colds, warts and ulcers are also included.
Can you take ibuprofen and paracetamol together? Use this method for fast pain relief
CAN YOU take ibuprofen and paracetamol together? Both medications are used to treat pain and fever, but can taking both at the same time have a detrimental effect on a person’s health? Dr Thornber offers his recommendation for adults and children when it comes to treating pain relief.
Paracetamol warning: Over-the-counter painkillers ‘can influence emotions’
POPULAR over the counter painkillers such as ibuprofen and paracetamol can interfere with our thoughts and emotions, according to “alarming” new research. The study showed that popular pain medications may influence how people process information, experience hurt feelings, and react to emotionally evocative images.
Sore throat cure: Paracetamol 'BETTER than antibiotics for beating viral infection'
Experts found the majority of sore throats are triggered by a viral infection. Most people get better without antibiotics, usually experiencing symptoms for up to a week, but research suggests antibiotics are prescribed in 60 per cent of cases. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence today said doctors should help sufferers manage their […]
Sore throat cure: Paracetamol ‘BETTER than antibiotics for beating viral infection’
THE best way to cure a sore throat is to take paracetamol not antibiotics, health chiefs said.
Paracetamol and ibuprofen: How many painkillers can you take in ONE day?
PARACETAMOL and ibuprofen are both popular painkillers. How many can you take in one day without overdosing? Daily Express :: Health Feed
Best painkillers: When to take paracetamol or ibuprofen – how they work to reduce pain
THE BEST painkillers are often considered to be ibuprofen and paracetamol. An expert explains how pain relief works. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Paracetamol overdose: Simple blood test could show liver damage in patients
PEOPLE who overdose on paracetamol could be helped by a blood test that shows immediately if they are going to suffer liver damage, according to researchers. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Should YOU be taking paracetamol? Painkiller can interact with THESE common medications
PARACETAMOL is a commonly used medicine that can help treat pain and reduce a high temperature. However, the common over-the-counter painkiller can interact with some other medications – including drugs to prevent stroke and even type 2 diabetes medication. Daily Express :: Health Feed