Just because you can buy a medication over the counter doesn’t mean it’s always safe. Here’s how you should really be using ...

Many women are surprised by how much pain they experience during a medication abortion, a study published Tuesday in the ...

A new study suggests that acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol, can cause complications in some people over age 65. Drs. Marc ...

OTC treatment options include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen, or a combination of both. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you choose an OTC treatment. NSAIDs work by ...

For common ailments like allergies, pain, and insomnia, trying an over-the-counter drug first can often be less expensive than prescription ... until trying to catch your zzz's again. Why switch?

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used to treat arthritis, which affects one-third of all adults. These drugs are available in both prescription and over-the-counter (OTC ...

Studies have linked nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin, to serious health effects.

Some over-the-counter (OTC) topical creams, like lidocaine or capsaicin, may be helpful for nerve pain. Nerve pain is distinct from typical tissue pain. When you have tissue pain, like falling ...

While the focus has been on opioids in recent years, a different class of pain medications have been causing damage of their ...