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Will You Get Osteoporosis If You Take Omeprazole?

People who take omeprazole or a similar PPI for acid reflux are susceptible to a range of side effects, including weakened bones.

Joe Graedon - May 4, 2026

Nicotine for Brain Power: Promise, Peril or Placebo?

Joe Graedon - May 4, 2026

Amlodipine (Norvasc) Side Effects Include Swollen Gums

Joe Graedon - May 4, 2026

Are GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Stealing Muscle Strength?

Joe Graedon - April 27, 2026

Drug Effectiveness: The Missing Number Behind Every Prescription

Terry Graedon - April 27, 2026

How Can You Counteract Muscle Pain from Statins?

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Joe Graedon - April 27, 2026

How to Soothe Allergy Symptoms Without Serious Side Effects

Are you looking for safer treatments for allergy symptoms? Tired of steroid sprays or antihistamines? Readers share ideas for symptom relief.

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Joe Graedon - April 27, 2026

Pills or Shots for Obesity? New Foundayo Pills vs. Oral Wegovy

Wegovy vs. Foundayo: which weight-loss pill works better, costs less and is easier to take? These two obesity drugs are fighting for your $$$.