FDA May Restrict Acetaminophen


	FDA May Restrict Acetaminophen

kkcapricorn

7-1-2009 6:23 PM

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kkcapricorn says:

I don't understand why they cannot "cut" R/X
with a benign substance. They say the acetaminophen enhances the pain reliever, but some drugs containing it are not intended for pain. Like some of my colitis medicine.

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