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Facts on Stimulants and Depressants

Stimulants and depressants are drugs that alter natural function of the brain. As a result, they can affect people's feelings and actions profoundly. Generally, stimulants intensify mental and physical functions, such as alertness and heart rate.

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Ibuprofen and Fluid Retention

Ibuprofen relieves pain and reduces fever, but it can also sometimes cause or aggravate fluid retention. According to a March 2002 article in the "American Journal of Cardiology,"

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