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Five for Friday February 24: Celebrating Success in Advancing Medication Use Quality

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We also highlight our members' perspectives on oral oncolytics, patient-centered prescription labels and food as medicine. Current medication labels often hinder safe and appropriate use of medicines. PQA is expanding its work to address food security and its impact on medication use quality.

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Can you drink on Mucinex?

The Checkup by Singlecare

In addition, the FDA label for the nighttime forms of Mucinex containing acetaminophen recommends avoiding three or more drinks per day. If you’ve already taken Mucinex, it’s recommended to wait until the medication’s effects clear from your system before consuming alcohol.

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Is it safe to mix ibuprofen and caffeine?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Fortunately, the American College of Cardiology stated in 2022 that despite quickening your heart rate, coffee is not only safe, but it may also have protective effects on the heart. Over-the-counter use: If you’re taking ibuprofen without a prescription, Dr. Brandt says it should only be used short-term as advised on the label.

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Diphenhydramine interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

Be sure to read the labels of over-the-counter sleep aids and cold medications to look for the presence of diphenhydramine before taking more. Remember, diphenhydramine comes in products by MANY names, and you don’t want to double up, so read the labels carefully.