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The right way to take over-the-counter painkillers? Read the labels

The right way to take over-the-counter painkillers? Read the labels

Millions of Americans take over-the-counter pain meds, but many don't understand how they work or the risks involved in taking them. We look at best practices for taking non-prescription pain drugs.

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