{"id":3502,"date":"2024-12-10T11:23:36","date_gmt":"2024-12-10T18:23:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/liver.ca\/?p=3502"},"modified":"2025-01-10T08:05:59","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T15:05:59","slug":"ce-qui-est-cense-aider-ne-devrait-pas-nuire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liver.ca\/fr\/whats-intended-to-help-shouldnt-hurt\/","title":{"rendered":"Ce qui est cens\u00e9 aider ne devrait pas blesser"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[97],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3502","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-liver-health-tips"],"acf":{"title":"Ce qui est cens\u00e9 aider ne devrait pas blesser","text":"","image":4291,"landing_page":false,"blocks":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","text":"
\r\n\r\nWe\u2019re approaching holiday party season, and soon, your calendar will be filling up with office and client functions, neighbourhood get-togethers, family dinners and outings with friends.\u00a0 Unfortunately, this peak time for socializing coincides with cold and flu season and these viruses will be the unseen guests at many holiday parties.\r\n\r\nSince none of us wants to be sick at this time of year, our first instinct will inevitably be relying on medications and remedies to defeat our symptoms as quickly as possible. Before you head to the medicine cabinet, however, there are a few things you should know to ensure that what you take will help not hurt.\r\n\r\n\"A\r\n\r\nThe liver is the\u00a0body\u2019s clearing house<\/a>\u00a0for most\u00a0drugs,\u00a0herbal remedies, vitamins and supplements. But if we use too much of a medication or supplement, or use two or more at the same time, it can do us serious harm.\r\n\r\nBoth herbal and pharmaceutical medications undergo important chemical changes when processed by the liver. While the original product might not be considered harmful, the resulting by-products may be toxic to the liver. The interaction of one medication with other medications \u2013 or when combined with\u00a0alcohol\u00a0\u2013 may also cause life-threatening complications for otherwise healthy people.\r\n\r\n\"A\r\n\r\nIf you already have liver problems, it is especially important that you are extra careful.\u00a0 You may not be able to take even the most ordinary\u00a0over-the-counter remedies\u00a0to treat common ailments like headaches or colds, let alone prescribed medication for high blood pressure or other health problems.\r\n\r\nThe following are tips to help safeguard your liver health and ensure that you get the relief you\u2019re looking for without any unexpected side effects:\r\n

Never mix medication with alcohol<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nAlcohol increases the risk of possible liver damage.\u00a0Acetaminophen\u00a0(i.e. Tylenol\u00ae) can be especially toxic when combined with alcohol.\r\n\r\n\"A\r\n

Be careful about mixing products that contain acetaminophen<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nBy taking more than one pain reliever or cold remedy at a time, you may accidentally take more acetaminophen than is safe. Consult your doctor about acetaminophen if you have liver disease.\r\n

Follow the exact dosing instructions<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nInstructions given by your doctor or that is written on the medication label are provided for a reason! Medication is more than just drugs prescribed by your doctor. It includes over-the-counter products, vitamins and minerals, and herbal and natural health products. You should consult with your pharmacist before combining prescription, non-prescription or natural health products.\r\n

Never share medication<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nSimply, what helps you, can hurt someone else\r\n

Know how and when to take medication<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nMedication affects each person differently. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about any side effects of your medication. Be sure you know the name and purpose of each medication you are taking. If you\u2019re unsure, ask your pharmacist.\r\n\r\n\"An\r\n

Keep an up-to-date record\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nLogging any medications you are taking, as well as non-prescribed drugs, supplements or any other health information is essential to understanding how your body has reacted the drugs in the past and may help your healthcare practitioner give you more accurate information that will help you in the long-run.\r\n

Store your medication in a cool, dry place, out of children\u2019s reach<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nWhen taking multiple medications, be sure not to mix them or transfer them into different containers.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n

You should know\u2026<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n