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How to Choose the Best Cold Medicine for You

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 The best cold medicine for you may differ from someone else's, but there are some common ingredients found in many of them. For example, many multi-symptom cold medicines contain the same active ingredients. If you are allergic to any of these ingredients, you should avoid using them. Those active ingredients can be dangerous in high doses. Also, make sure you read the label, as it may contain potentially dangerous amounts. You should also consider whether the cold medicine you choose is habit-forming or not. While the best cold medicine is typically those containing antihistamines to ease the itchy eyes and runny nose, they are not necessarily the same for everyone. There are also cold medicines that contain a cough suppressant such as dextromethorphan. These medicines may also contain other ingredients, such as guaifenesin. To choose the best cold medicine, ask yourself which symptoms are bothersome to you. There are many types of OTC cold medicines. Many of them treat a single...

Alcohol Disinfectants and Antimicrobials

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  Alcohols are widely used as antiseptics and disinfectants. They kill vegetative bacteria and most viruses and fungi. Methanol is a disinfectant and is highly toxic. Both methanol and alcohol are effective antiseptics. Alcohols inhibit the growth of bacterial spores and are effective against staph infections. Typical alcohol disinfectants include 70% ethanol and benzene. However, benzene can cause a variety of reactions and should only be used as a last resort. The FDA recognizes the need to assess the effects of antimicrobials over time. This is why they proposed revisions to the annual summary report and requested public comment. FDA and USDA collaborate to collect data on antimicrobial resistance among foodborne pathogens. They anticipate seeking public comments to make the data collection process more efficient. They plan to seek public input before finalizing their proposed revisions. In the future, FDA expects to solicit public comment on the proposed revisions of the annua...