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How many days a month do you take OTC pain relievers for headaches?

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How many days a month do you take OTC pain relievers for headaches?

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How many days a month do you take OTC pain relievers such as NSAIDs, acetaminophen, or triptan? Watch this video to learn why you should not take pain relievers too often for headaches and what can happen if you do.

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