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More than 4.4billion prescriptions were dispensed within the United States in 2016.
Aspirin is the most widely used drug in the world. It has even been recognized as such by the Guinness Book of World Records.
Computer programs are available that crosscheck a new drug's possible trade name with all other trade names currently available. These programs detect dangerous similarities between names and alert the manufacturer of the drug.
Women are 50% to 75% more likely than men to experience an adverse drug reaction.
To maintain good kidney function, you should drink at least 3 quarts of water daily. Water dilutes urine and helps prevent concentrations of salts and minerals that can lead to kidney stone formation. Chronic dehydration is a major contributor to the development of kidney stones.