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By definition, when a medication is administered intravenously, its bioavailability is 100%.
Approximately 25% of all reported medication errors result from some kind of name confusion.
Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.
Certain chemicals, after ingestion, can be converted by the body into cyanide. Most of these chemicals have been removed from the market, but some old nail polish remover, solvents, and plastics manufacturing solutions can contain these substances.