Vitamins and supplements like melatonin and fish oil offer health benefits but can cause side effects if misused. Learn about the impact of saw palmetto on blood pressure and find the best multivitamins for young women and adults over 50.
Physicians prescribe iron supplements for the prevention and treatment of iron-deficiency anemia. There are three types of over-the-counter iron supplements in tablet form: Fergon (ferruous gluconate), Ferro-Sequels (ferrous fumarate) and Feosol (ferrous sulfate). Each contains different amounts of iron.
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Omeprazole magnesium, the generic for Prilosec and Prilosec OTC, is a medication available as a prescription and over-the-counter drug. Prescription omeprazole treats stomach ulcers for 4 to 8 weeks. It also treats heartburn and other symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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