Put Headlines About BP Effects of Acetaminophen in Perspective

April 2022

Recent evidence will stir up questions about whether acetaminophen is still the go-to for patients with hypertension.

We know NSAIDs are linked to increased BP...and their labels warn about CV risk.

Now evidence suggests acetaminophen may increase systolic BP by about 5 mm Hg versus placebo...similar to NSAIDs.

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Table of Contents

Vaccines Expect to Vaccinate More Adults Against Shingles and Hep B
Headache Help Patients Prevent and Treat Rebound Headaches
Cannabinoids Calm the Hype About New Cannabinoids
Acetaminophen Put Headlines About BP Effects of Acetaminophen in Perspective
Drug Testing Know Which Substances May Skew Urine Drug Test Results
Incontinence Give Advice to Manage Stress Incontinence
Homeopathy Demystify Homeopathic Products
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