I began taking Glucophage (Metformin) in September of last year to treat the sudden onset of insulin resistance. I knew that this medication was used to treat type II diabetes, but I soon found that it is currently being used to treat Poly-Cystic Ovary Syndrome and associated infertility …

My son was prescribed Clindamycin suspension by his dentist when he complained of toothache. It was found that he had an abscess, which was recurrent, that needs some strong antibiotics, something that can reach deep down fascia like the tissues of the mouth. And so Clindamycin was prescribed …

Whenever I feel myself spiraling down the dark path of a cold, I sprint to the pharmacy for a pack of Emergen-C Cranberry Pomegranate Vitamins. The pack contains 30 packets of a powder that can be mixed with water to produce a fizzy elixir to fight off any seasonal …

Manufactured by Dabur India Limited, a reputed pharma specializing in ayurvedic formulations. This is an ayurvedic formulation for dry cough, sore throat and upper respiratory trac disorders. It contains ayurvedic elements like Tulsi, Jasti madhu(honey), adrak(ginger) and various herbs. Has a very sweet honey syrup like taste and is …

It is my second pregnancy and the doctor prescribed Vitacal 250 calcium supplements. It is oyster shell calciumcarbonate supplements. It comes in a small white bottle of 60 tabs manufactured by the Vitahealth.
I never took calcium supplements in my first pregnancy and I used to …

A couple years ago I was on yasmin. I really liked it as far as birth control goes. It helped a lot with my periods and with my acne. My periods weren’t as long, I didn’t have cramps that were that bad anymore, my mood swings weren’t that bad. …

I have experienced periods of sleeplessness in the past, and have tried several medicines to remedy my problem. I have a sensitivity to diphenhydramine, an ingredient commonly used in over the counter sleep aids, so I needed to find a product that worked differently.
I looked at the label …

My mother had a mild stroke last year due to complications by her toxic goiter. One of the medicines prescribed by her cardiologist was Warfarin (Coumadin) for blood thinning to prevent blood clot. The doctor was very cautious in giving the dose because apparently wrong dose could …

I rarely take antibiotics for anything, mainly because I am convinced that most illnesses are viral, and taking antibiotics is not only unnecessary and expensive, but it is dangerous as it causes antibiotics to lose their effectiveness. This last month, I became sick with a stomach, head, sinus, chest, …

Even for such a simple task as finding a cost-effective pain reliever, or cure for headache, it could be quite a challenge finding oneself in the over-the-counter drug aisle of Shoppers Drugmart.
I timed myself and it took me a good five minutes before I decided to buy Life Regular …

After I gave birth to my second child, I was so depressed because of postpartum obesity. Looking in the mirror really makes things worse. I was so insecured with my flabs. Worse I really had a hard time finding the right clothes that can conceal my excess …

My family goes to this clinic since January 2009 and so far we are still going there for health check-ups and for my baby’s shots. Harbor Medical Clinic accepts mostly Russian clients but there are also non-Russians catered such as me (my husband is a Russian but I am …

I practically live in my local Walgreens, because of the three nearby pharmacies, this one is by far the cheapest in everything, even toiletries and food. And when allergy season started kicking in for three of the four people in my household, I made my weekly stop there with …

A year ago, I was admitted to the hospital because of a lung infection. I was placed in a barrage of antibiotics to fight off the infection. Because my immune system was weak, I got a concurrent and opportunistic infection in my mouth. I had what is known as …

PrimaCare One Prenatal vitamin is a once a day pill to help promote healthy pregnancy. I like some aspects of this purple pill. I do think it has helped my hair and skin and nails like it advertises. It also advertises it helps soften stools, I do not notice …

I have a friend who suffers from diabetes, and has had it for some time. His wife, also my friend, has learned to live with a lot of the issues and symptoms and for both of them, the daily injections, the special diet and the frequent doctor’s visits are …

I am one of the many people out there that suffers from asthma and the product, Primatene Mist has been a lifesaver to me. Not only is it moderately priced, compared to what doctors want to give me, but is accessible to be purchased from Walmart or other drug …

Sominex Herbal is a herbal remedy for insomnia. You can buy it over the counter at most drugstores and health food stores. The good news is this is a herbal remedy that really works.
Sominex contains passion flower, valerian and hops and although you should check with your doctor if …

When I was diagnosed with diabetes, I had a terrible experience dealing with the side effects of the first drug that my doctor prescribed me. It gave me these frequent headaches that were very hard to deal with even with analgesics. So I asked my doctor if he could …

I found myself suffering from a lot of muscle pain in my knees on this particular occasion. I was trying rubs and pills and was tired of medicating myself. I knew that the knee pain was probably not permanent, but still hated dealing with it. I felt like I …

Phentermine was once partned with another drug to supposed resounding success. Remember the fad of the phen-phen diet? Well, phentermine is the drug of that combo which is still legal.
Just because a drug is legal, however, doesn’t mean that it is great for your health. While …

Previously, when I felt the onset of a cold virus, I would drop an Airborne supplement into a six ounces glass of water and drink it. But this month, severe symptoms of a cold overtook me before I had time to react. So, my friend gave me some Zicam …

I was really down with the flu and I had terrible cough and colds. My nose was so stuffed I could not smell or taste anything. I could not even sleep soundly because of its stuffiness. Along with my favorite decongestant, I bought a Vicks Vapor Inhaler for about …

I have this particular friend who, any time you mention a medical problem, somehow magically has this all-natural remedy for it. She’s a big proponent of using natural products to treat manageable conditions, such as headaches and sleeplessness, and she’s got books on natural healing remedies in droves around …

Accutane is one of the strongest anti-acne drug there is so you will first be sent to a dermatologist because other family physicians will not prescribe this. This drug is pretty expensive - a couple hundred dollars but if you are covered by the insurrance, then you are good …

I don’t like taking medicine that makes me drowsy, but on occasion I will. I only try to take these type of medications at bedtime after I had some issues taking Nyquil during the day. The last cold I had was irritating as all colds are and I wanted …

I have had a problem with my skin for a few years now, and can say that it is a nuisance to deal with. I have tried multiple products, and some of them seem to temporarily treat the problem. I was looking for something that I could use long …

About 10 years ago I needed a new dentist. My sister recommended the little place up the street called Quinn Family Dental. I at first didn’t know it was even there, as it was in a little house on the corner. I made my appointment, and …

When I went in a Mission Field for two weeks with my officemates, I had the biggest mistake of my life. I left my emergency bag and hence was without any vitamin C or herbal supplement and other first aid medicine too all through the one week …

I have suffered from IBS for a few years, and I take Dicetel every day for it; while I do still get some symptoms occasionally, usually triggered by stress or dietary changes, I am generally happy with this medication. However, about 4 times a year, I have intestinal spasms …

Ever since my daughter had her first cold, I’ve had problems with getting her to take her medicine. She is very particular about everything that goes in her mouth. Most of the time it is hard enough for me to get her to eat her food. I tried to …

In one of those miserable days, I woke up with a mild headache, which eventually grew more painful to forbid me to sleep. It occurred early in the morning, and I had barely 3 hours of sleep before then. Sleep usually acts as antidote for headaches, but …

I suffer from insomnia quite frequently (in fact, its 4 am and the fact that I’m typing this at this time proves it!) and I have been looking for an over the counter sleep aid. I recently tried Rite Aid Sleep Gel. These are blue gel pills that …

I went to a Nutrition Specialist to get some advices about how to lose my weight. She gave me some list for the foods that I should and I should not take when I want to eat.
It’s a big list. Well, I had a hard time to follow the …

I don’t usually use eye drops because usually my eyes are running non-stop from my sinus problems, but this summer has become horribly hot and it’s dried my eyes out really bad. My mom, on the other hand, has severe dry eyes from her allergies so she always …

Standing in my dress shoes for long hours during work often left me in severe pain in my foot, making it just impossible for me to even walk a few steps by the end of the day. Though using various hot/ cold therapies did in a great way help …

Metacin Tablets is a Paracetamol tablet that cures our body pain, headache, cold, etc. This product contains Paracetamol I.P 0.5 gm. I prefer this tablet while I am having headache because the tablet doesn’t have heavy power dosage. But it cures my headache within an hour …

I am not a big fan of the flavor of these drops at all. I buy these for one reason alone, they work. Halls makes others that taste much better and which I actually enjoy sucking, but if I have a really bad cough I always turn …

About a month ago, I began using Betaseron to treat Multiple Sclerosis. Previously, I had taken Avonex, an intramuscular injection, once a week. The side effects rendered me useless one day a week. Sometimes they wouldn’t be unbearable, but I could never guess when that would …

When I was working at this call center germs seemed to pass through there fast. I was sick at least once month, which made it hard to work on the phones. My throat was sore all the time and cough drops just weren’t working for me. Plus it’s not …

I purchased Hyland’s Homeopathic Cold’n Cough for Kids when my 2 year old daughter got sick with a really terrible cold. The pediatrician said her congestion, nasty cough, stuffy nose, and sore throat were simply caused by a virus and there wasn’t much they could do to help her …

Tylenol for babies is a complete god-send! I love their products! During teething, it has helped both me and my daughter get a good night’s sleep, comforted us with colds and other minor aches, and I don’t have to fight to get it into her. Wow.
I love the fact …

I was having knee pain recently. Doctor had prescribed Collagen Peptide Sodium liquid oral solution for 14 days. I got relief. After this, the doctor asked me to take Dupact 40 mg capsule. This medicine was prescribed to me continuously for two months. I am now feeling much better.
Dupact …

Since I was a child, I’ve had terrible allergy issues. After going for allergy testing, shots and even surgery, I still had awful congestion, pain and swelling. As someone who goes to school and works full time, I can’t just stay home when my allergies are killing me. I …

For a week now, I have been taking other antidiarrheal medications to manage my diarrhea. Aside from my loose stools, I also had abdominal discomforts, a bloated feeling and my bowel habits was erratic. I went to the hospital to have it checked but doctors can’t seem to find …

One of the most terrible aches that I really hate is toothache. Last time I had a toothache I was very much irritable, I can’t eat and I can’t even sleep even the thought of smiling I can’t even manage. I tried a few generic pain relievers just to …

I have had my fair share of problems with inflammation, especially in my wrist area. I hate the pain that I go through due to inflammation and will try almost anything to get rid of the pain. I know that using an NSAID drug will help to get rid …

Although classed as an antipsychotic, Geodon is a medication that has been found helpful for people with bipolar disorder. I was prescribed Geodon for this reason. The doctor put me on it because research had indicated that adding an antipsychotic to a mood stabilizer is often more …

Just last year, I was determined to have my Hemorrhoids removed because it caused so much pain. There were succeeding days that I was not able to report to my work due to I cannot sit straight for long hours. This started when I was in Junior high school. I …

There are times when the shampoos I have used are too harsh and strong that I have flakes and dandruff on my hair, and when the cold weather comes I have a lot more dry flakes which is gross so I bought this scalp application solution, and it’s primary …