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Got a cold? Stick to paracetamol: Study finds it superior to Ibuprofen in treating sore throats & runny noses

Coping with a cold? Doctors believe paracetamol is the best treatment to keep on top of coughs, colds and sore throats. New research suggests paracetamol – contained in many over the counter remedies – is superior to ibuprofen, or a combination of paracetamol and ibuprofen. The widely used practice of inhaling steam to ease symptoms... Read More

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September 16, 2012

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TICKER: Women who regularly take ibuprofen or paracetamol are ‘more likely to lose their hearing’

Women who regularly take ibuprofen and paracetamol are more likely to go deaf, say researchers. The non-prescription painkillers are widely available at supermarkets and are taken by millions every day to ease headaches and inflammation. But a study of more than 62,000 women found taking the drugs just twice a week increases the risk of... Read More

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