Overdosing On Cold And Flu Medications
Overdosing of OTC cold and flu remedies is often accidental—due to errors like misreading product labels or dosing. Sometimes, these medications are also intentionally abused. How an Accidental Overdose Happens Overconsumption of drugs found in cold and flu remedies, such as acetaminophen, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine, and antihistamines, pose health risks. Using these medications with alcohol can also lead to overdosing. There are several reasons that accidental overdoses can happen with these medications....