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Spilled prescription bottle of pills: Daily vs. as-needed Tessalon Perles dosages

Tessalon Perles dosage, forms, and strengths

Tessalon Perles relieves symptomatic cough in adults and children 10 years or older

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Common vs. serious Valsartan side effects

Valsartan side effects and how to avoid them

Valsartan is often used with other blood pressure or heart drugs, so it’s important to review side effects, cautions, and drug interactions before taking this medication

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Common vs. serious Depakote side effects

Depakote side effects and how to avoid them

Depakote treats a variety of conditions but it can produce side effects such as tremors, weight changes, hair loss, and depression

Walker exemplifying fall prevention strategies for seniors

Health Education

Fall prevention for seniors

In an average year, 3 million older Americans go to the ER after a fall. Learn about fall risk assessment and strategies for fall prevention in seniors.

SingleCare savings available at Big Y pharmacy

SingleCare savings available at Big Y

You can now use our coupons on prescriptions at this popular supermarket

Map of America with charts and graphs: 2021 allergy survey results

2021 allergy survey

We surveyed 2,000 Americans on allergy triggers, symptoms, and treatments. Here's what we found.

Updated on Feb. 7, 2024

Map of America with charts and graphs: 2021 arthritis survey results

2021 arthritis survey

We surveyed 2,000 Americans on arthritis, its effects on daily life, and common treatments to alleviate pain. Here's what we found.

Updated on Apr. 24, 2024

Map of America with charts and graphs: Medication error statistics

Medication errors statistics 2024

The FDA receives more than 100,000 reports every year that are related to medication errors. Medication errors can occur in pharmacies, hospitals, and patient homes. Learn how to prevent them.

Updated on Jan. 24, 2024

Prescription pad and bottle: Lipitor side effects, warnings, and drug interactions

Lipitor side effects and how to avoid them

Lipitor is a statin that helps lower cholesterol and triglycerides, but it can have side effects such as diarrhea, joint pain, and cold symptoms. Learn about Lipitor side effects, warnings, drug interactions, and how to avoid them.

Updated on Jan. 3, 2023

Prescription bottle of pills: How to avoid Lasix side effects

Lasix side effects and how to avoid them

Lasix is a loop diuretic that eliminates water and salt from the body to help lower blood pressure

SingleCare savings available at Publix pharmacy

SingleCare savings available at Publix

You can now use our coupons on prescriptions at this popular supermarket

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