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A Close Up Of Two Vials Of The COVID Vaccine.

Is the COVID Vaccine Safe & Are There Side Effects?

2020 turned into a year full of uncertainty and unsettling changes as the pandemic raced across the globe. Now, in 2021, the hope of overcoming this pandemic is in sight as multiple COVID-19 vaccines begin rolling out to our communities. But, are the COVID-19 vaccines safe, and how do they work? Read more to find out!
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Tags: covid-19

Antivirals for Flu Season!

It is important to be educated on what the flu is, how it affects you, and what treatment is available. The Missouri Poison Center is here to make sure this flu season you and your family stay protected and informed!
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Tags: Seasonal

Bupropion Overdose

It should come as no surprise that bupropion (Wellbutrin®, Aplenzin®, formerly Zyban®, others) can cause serious symptoms in overdose. It is used to treat depression and to reduce cravings in smoking cessation, obesity, and other substance use disorders.
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Child Receiving Medicine Via Syringe

Facts About Antibiotics

Poison centers across the country handle thousands of calls every year about antibiotics. Sometimes, young children get into a bottle of the liquid and drink it. Other times, a patient may take the wrong dose or they save leftover antibiotics "just in case". Keep reading to learn our best facts about antibiotics.
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Tags: Medicine

Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers

Over-the-counter pain relievers are some of the most common calls to poison centers. What is the difference between acetaminophen and NSAIDs? How do you keep you and your family safe when using pain relievers? Keep reading to learn more!
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Oleander and Oleandrin: Not a Safe Plant or Supplement

Oleander is a large tropical bush or small tree with purple, pink, or white flowers. It may be used as an ornamental patio plant in Missouri gardens but grows naturally along highways in the Southern United States and in Hawaii. Although oleander is decorative and pretty, all parts of the plant, including the flowers, leaves, nectar and sap contain a dangerous poison.
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Tags: covid-19 plants

Second Generation Antipsychotic Overdose

Second-generation antipsychotics (SGA) include aripiprazole (Abilify®), quetiapine (Seroquel®), risperidone (Risperdal®), olanzapine (Zyprexa®) and ziprasidone (Geodon®). They were originally called “atypical neuroleptics” when introduced in the 1990s because they had an “atypical” side effect profile compared to the long-used, first-generation antipsychotics (FGA) such as haloperidol and the phenothiazines.
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