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Norepinephrine vs epinephrine: what's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on Sep 26, 2023.

Norepinephrine and epinephrine are both used in emergency medicine but what is the difference between them?

Levemir vs Lantus: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 4, 2023.

Levemir and Lantus are both types of insulin. But which one works for longer and which one has fewer side effects?

Allegra vs Zyrtec: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 28, 2023.

Allegra and Zyrtec are both antihistamines, but is one more effective or less likely to cause sedation than the other?

Allegra vs Claritin: Which is more effective for allergies?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 12, 2023.

Both Allegra and Claritin are antihistamines but which one is more effective or has more side effects?

Dulcolax - How long does it take for bisacodyl to clear your system?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 2, 2023.

Tylenol vs Advil: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 7, 2023.

Tylenol and Advil are both used for pain relief but is one more effective than the other or has less of a risk of side effects?

Medrol Dosepak - How long does a dose pack stay in your system?

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Humalog vs Novolog (Novalog): What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on April 1, 2024.

Humalog and Novolog (Novalog) are both insulins used in the treatment of diabetes. But what are the differences and similarities between them?

ParaGard vs Mirena: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on Sep 20, 2022.

Both ParaGard and Mirena are IUDs compare which one is more effective or has fewer side effects?

Aleve vs Ibuprofen: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 3, 2023.

Aleve and ibuprofen are both used for pain relief. But is one more effective or more likely to cause side effects compared to the other?

Modafinil (Provigil) vs Adderall: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 13, 2023.

Modafinil (Provigil) and Adderall seem like similar drugs - they are both used in the treatment of narcolepsy and covertly as study aids. But is Modafinil more effective and less addictive than Adderall?

Dysport vs Botox: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on July 4, 2023.

Dysport and Botox both have cosmetic uses. But what is the difference?

Flonase vs Nasonex: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 17, 2023.

Flonase and Nasonex are both nasal sprays but is one stronger than the other?

Zyrtec vs Claritin: Which is more effective for allergies?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 11, 2023.

Zyrtec and Claritin are both antihistamines, but which one is more effective for conditions such as allergic rhinitis or postnasal drip?

Motrin vs Advil: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on March 19, 2024.

Both Motrin and Advil are NSAIDs but is one stronger or more likely to cause side effects compared to the other?

Aleve vs Advil: What's the difference?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 7, 2023.

Aleve and Advil are both NSAIDs but which one is stronger or less likely to cause side effects?

Can you take paracetamol (acetaminophen) with antibiotics?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on April 1, 2024.

Can antibiotics cause constipation?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 12, 2023.

Can you take Ibuprofen with antibiotics?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 24, 2023.