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What diseases and medications are incompatible with paracetamol?

What diseases and medications are incompatible with paracetamol?

24 Jun 2019 • 15 comments

Paracetamol is a widely used drug. Used under normal conditions, it is safe and effective, but do you know the drug interactions and diseases for which it can be harmful? Read our guide to learn...

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What conditions and medications are incompatible with aspirin?

26 Nov 2019 • 9 comments

It’s one of the most widely marketed medications in the world, but there are some illnesses and medications that aspirin doesn’t get along with. Find out which...

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Depression diagnosis: Carenity members tell their story

Depression diagnosis: Carenity members tell their story

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Epileptic seizures: recognising the symptoms and how to help

Epileptic seizures: recognising the symptoms and how to help

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Rheumatoid Arthritis: The patient – physician relationship

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"Faced with fibromyalgia, relatives should be understanding and not judgmental."

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21 Jan 2020 • 2 comments

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What medications should be banned in 2020?

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10 Jan 2020 • 5 comments

The French magazine Prescrire made a list of 100 medications said to be more dangerous than beneficial for patients. Read on to learn more!...

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