Throughout history, plants containing cardiac steroids have been used as heart drugs and as poisons (e.g., in arrows used in combat), emetics, and diuretics.
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Blood in the urine can be a sign of a kidney stone, glomerulonephritis, or other kidney problems.
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Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.
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About 100 new prescription or over-the-counter drugs come into the U.S. market every year.
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Signs and symptoms of a drug overdose include losing consciousness, fever or sweating, breathing problems, abnormal pulse, and changes in skin color.