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Find the name of an OTC medication used for headaches?

Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Asprin or Aleve

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What is the adult dose of extra strength tylenol?

Two 500mg capsules

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How many doses can you take of Tylenol in 24 hours?

2 capsules every 6 hours

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FInd the name of an OTC medicine you could take for upset stomach?

Pepto Bismol, Tums, Immodium

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How many Tums can you take in 24 hours?

6 tablets chewed and swallowed

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What is the adult dose of ibuprofen?

400mg every 4 hours

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What's the adult dose of Aleve?

220mg every 8 hours, first dose can be 440mg.

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How many different kinds of Aleve are there? List them.

At least 7

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How many different kinds of Tylenol are there and what's the difference

At least 32!!!

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Why is it important to know the differences between the different kinds of OTC medications?

Each one has a certain use, may be for a different age or may treat multiple ailments.

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What's the adult dose of pepto bismol and what is it used for?

Original strength: 30 ml is one dose

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What is the difference between ultra-strength, regular strength and PM?

They have dIfferent doses of the active ingredient or have an added medication for sleep.

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What's the adult dose of immodium and what is it used for?

4mg or 2 capsules followed by one capsule every time you experience diarrhea again, do not take more than 16mg in 24 hours.

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What happens if you take too much of a medication or overdose?

You need to call the poison control center or go to the emergency room.

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What is the phone number for poison control?

1-800-222-1222

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Why do you need to store OTC medications in their original bottles and in a cabinet with the lid on?

To keep out of reach of children, pets and so you always have access to the directions

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