# Paracetamol

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# Paracetamol

One of the most common treatments for osteoarthritis is 'ineffective'

The condition affects around 400,000 people in Ireland.

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Mar 18th 2016, 6:10 AM

# placebo

Suffer from lower back pain? Paracetamol might not be effective in relieving symptoms

A study has found the drug to be no more effective than a placebo in treating the condition.

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Jul 24th 2014, 6:45 AM

# Dementia

Simple painkillers 'can help dementia patients'

Research claims that drugs like paracetamol reduces agitation in patients – and could be substitute for antipsychotic meds.

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Jul 18th 2011, 9:08 AM

# Love

Got a headache? Look no further than your loved one

A study finds that a picture of your partner can be just as effective in offering relief as a painkiller.

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Feb 27th 2011, 7:00 PM

# Asthma

Infants who take paracetamol more likely to develop asthma

Study from New Zealand concludes that “liberally” giving products containing paracetamol given to children may have serious side-effects.

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Dec 1st 2010, 4:28 PM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Nine things you need to know by 9am: no sign of a thaw in icy conditions, John Gormley compares being a government minister to being “in asylum” and Fruitbatgate lecturer claims he was not given a fair hearing.

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Dec 1st 2010, 8:46 AM