Common Over-the-Counter Medicines Can Be Fatal If Overdosed
Summary
Common over-the-counter medicines such as paracetamol, ibuprofen, cough syrup, aspirin, sleeping pills, blood pressure drugs, and antidepressants can become deadly if taken in excess. The article warns that overdosing may damage vital organs, cause unconsciousness or breathing failure, and even lead to death.
Key Points
- Common medicines available without a prescription can cause serious harm or death if taken in excessive doses.
- Paracetamol, ibuprofen, cough syrup, aspirin, sleeping pills, blood pressure medicines, and antidepressants each carry specific overdose risks.
- Children, elderly people, and patients with liver, kidney, or multiple-medicine use are at higher risk.
- The article advises checking dosages with a doctor or pharmacist and avoiding duplicate medicines under different brand names.
