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pop a pill

take with meals
take three times a day
take with food or milk
take on an empty stomach
take a half hour before eating
take at the same time daily
do not operate heavy machinery
do not drink alcohol
do not mix medications
may upset stomach
may cause weight gain
may cause weight loss
may cause dizziness
may cause drowsiness
may cause headaches
may cause ulcers
do not skip medication
if problem persists consult your doctor
are you in pain


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