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Fatal fungal infections may be able to resist newer antifungal drugs. Globally, fungal infections are often fatal due to the lack of access to multiple antifungals, which may be required to be utilized in combination. Single antifungals may not be enough to stop a fungal infection from causing the death of a patient.
People about to have surgery must tell their health care providers about all supplements they take.
In 1885, the Lloyd Manufacturing Company of Albany, New York, promoted and sold "Cocaine Toothache Drops" at 15 cents per bottle! In 1914, the Harrison Narcotic Act brought the sale and distribution of this drug under federal control.
On average, the stomach produces 2 L of hydrochloric acid per day.
Aspirin is the most widely used drug in the world. It has even been recognized as such by the Guinness Book of World Records.