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Life Extension Foundation: Acetaminophen and Nsaid Toxicity

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site read about the dangerous side effects associated with acetaminophen and NSAIDS, over-the-counter painkillers generally viewed as safe. The most widely known NSAID is aspirin. This website provides general information about...
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WebMD

Web Md: Drugs & Medications a Z

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from WebMD Health contains interesting information on drugs and herbs. It contains an exhaustive list of drugs, and if you click on the link you receive ample information on each topic. This is a quality site to check out on...
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Drug Infonet: Ibu

For Students 9th - 10th
This detailed guide to ibuprofen includes information on how the pain killer affects users. Read about risks and problems that are associated with ibuprophen before you take it.
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USA Today

Usa Today: Taking Pills Isn't the Answer [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This article warns against the use of performance-enhancing and diet drugs that can be purchased easily and legally. Authors looks at the world of professional baseball and examines the use of supplements, the effects they have had on...
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Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: How Do Pain Relievers Work?

For Students 9th - 10th
Article explaining how drugs like ibuprofen (Advil) and acetaminophen (Tylenol) work to relieve or ease the pain. Provides links to further information on the brain, nervous system, and other medications.
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US National Library of Medicine

Medline Plus: Ibuprofen Overdose

For Students 9th - 10th
MEDLINEplus tells you what to do to prevent and treat ibuprofen overdose.