Zinc is a natural element that we all need in our diets but ingesting too much can lead to unwanted side effects and zinc poisoning. At the start of the pandemic, a popular belief spread that zinc can help fight against COVID-19.
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Potassium Chloride Side Effects
Potassium is an essential mineral to help your body function properly. It is especially important for maintaining good heart and kidney function, sending signals through the nerves, and muscle contraction.
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Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream
Triamcinolone (also called triamcinolone acetonide) is a steroid used to treat many conditions such as allergies, skin irritation, arthritis, and others.
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St. John’s Wort
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is an invasive flowering plant that blooms with yellow flowers around the summer solstice in late June around St. John’s feast day.
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Can You Overdose on Claritin® (Loratadine)?
Claritin®’s medical name is loratadine. It is an over-the-counter antihistamine medication that helps many people combat allergies. A second-generation antihistamine is a newer allergy relief medication that usually doesn’t cause drowsiness, but it’s still possible to overdose on.
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Is CBD Oil Safe for Everyone?
CBD oil and products are popular over-the-counter alternatives to help with sleep disorders and anxiety. In most cases, CBD is safe but there are some side effects from having too much and it is possible to have an allergic reaction to CBD. Read more to learn what signs to watch for!
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Chloraseptic® Spray
Chloraseptic® sore throat spray helps to relieve mouth or throat irritation and uses Phenol, which helps to numb the area. What happens if you or someone in your house swallows Chloraseptic® instead of spitting it out?
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Acid Reducers
Acid reducers such as Tagamet®, Pepcid AC®, and Prevacid®, are popular household items that you can get over the counter. These help to reduce the amount of acid that is made in the stomach to help relieve heartburn, GERD, and ulcers.
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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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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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