In my quest to find products that would suppress my rather strong cough so that I could sleep at night and not bother other people, I found Vicks Chloraseptic Throat Spray. It cost $6.49 for a 6 oz. bottle and was well worth the cost. The liquid was green …

I was recently operated due to the ruptured appendicitis that I suffered from. I was brought immediately to the Post-surgical wing of the hospital after the successful operation. As a post-operative patient, I was prescribed with several pain medications around the clock. One of the drugs ordered was Ketorolac …

While Lipitor is about the first cholesterol lowering medication that first came out. Practically all doctors usually place their patitents on this statin drug to lower cholesterol. However although most doctors never heard of it. For myself lipitor gave me a urinary tract infection which subsided …

Tempra Forte is a brand name of Paracetamol that is produced and distributed by Bristol-Myers Squib in the Philippines. Tempra forte is an analgesic made specially for adults, it is prepared in tablet or syrup form. I personally take this drug whenever I am sick and I can say …

I once had sore throat and I remembered our doctor recommending this Bactidol. Bactidol is an oral antiseptic which contains Hexetidine (100mg per 100ml) and alcohol (9%). Hexetidine is an active ingredient antibacterial and anti-fungal agent used in mouthwash and gargles. It is used to …

I happen to be one of those who suffer quite frequently from congestion, -mostly due to allergies which progress into congestion and cough. I had tried prescriptions, and every over the counter medication I could get my hands on. The only thing that I seemed to accomplish with …

At one time, because of being negligent with my maintenance on my prescription of anti histamine for my rhinitis, my allergy reached my middle ear. I could not work in my laptop because of my eyes would hurt. I experienced discomfort, I could not focus on the screen. I …

I have been suffering from insomnia since I was a teenager and was therefore prescribed Ambien in order to help me sleep. This medication is available at two dosage levels, 5mg and 10mg. Due to the severity of my insomnia, I am prescribed the 10mg tablets which are taken …

I am getting paranoid again with my clogged nose. Why? Because it often leads me to sore throat and other related ailments. And with the swine flu outbreak, I am really getting scared of being sick. So with this simple symptom, I decided to pop a medicine which is …

I have been suffering more pain than usual and wanted to get away from taking NSAID drugs. Though those type of medications work best for me, I found that it was upsetting my stomach quite often. In fear of developing ulcers I decided it was time to move away …

When I was having stomach problems the other day, I was also experiencing vomiting and nausea. I literally could not keep down anything. When I went to the doctor, one of the medications that she prescribed for me was “Gravol Comfort Shaped Suppositories”. She explained that it was supposed to …

Like most medications available over-the-counter these days, you’re looking at spending about $7 (maybe less if you’re lucky), for about 24 tablets per box. Such is the case with the Chlro-trimeton allergy tablets. But, every time we have an allergy or congestion problem come up in our house, I’m …

At 39 years old, I felt like an 80 year old woman. I had to stop and use a bathroom more than my pregnant sister, and it was getting old. I have lived with overactive bladder since I was a teenager but never did anything about it, …

I have been using Tylenol PM for a number of years now. I have problems sleeping and suffer from migranes and headaches. If you use Tylenol PM often, it can get to be very expensive. Not anymore. I recently came across Exchange Select’s brand of Non-Aspirin PM. This is …

I found myself once again searching for an antacid that would beat the heartburn I had been battling for the past few days. I like Alka seltzer, but also felt that every time I use it, I over treat myself. I like being able to get rid of the …

My mother had bought these capsules in Malaysia, for $13.5 USD a pack which contains 20 capsules. This medicine is used for fever, headaches, joint pains, and as a pain-reliever alone. It contains 500mg acetaminophen and every time I have a headache or feverish, I use this medicine alone, …

I have been using Fern C Sodium Ascorbate for almost two months. A friend first introduced the product to me. I tried it to see if it really works because I have tried other brands before but have not worked good for me. I am prone to couch and …

For some reason children these days really have a hard time breathing. I mean with my child I end up throwing allergy medicine her way. And I’ve been fed up with this medicine that is on the market. I hate testing medicine on my child. A friend of mine told …

I had a feminine itching and burning issue and my Pharmacist told me to buy an over the counter medication called Vaginex Medicated Cream. I hadn’t heard of Vaginex before as I usually get something on prescription when I have this problem, but my Pharmacist assured me not only …

I have used countless prescription and over-the-counter pain medications over the years for various injuries, pain and illnesses over the years. I have had many injuries from running, and have suffered from various ailments. I have quite a few go-to medications for certain pain that I rely on because …

One of the most uncomfortable symptoms of a stomache flu or virus is the nausea that is associated with it. There’s not a whole lot that gets me down, but nausea can do it every time.
I had tried numerous products on the market for nausea, and couldn’t seem to …

I was diagnosed with insulin resistance about eight years ago. At the time I was also diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome. In fact, it was the insulin resistance that finally sealed the deal on my PCOS diagnosis. So, for years I followed the nutritionists advice, kept my weight down …

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 …

I paid about $10 for this product at a local medical supply store. The main reason why I decided to purchase it was the fact that the brand that I usually purchased was out of stock. This product cost roughly the same price so I decided to …

Effexor is a medication that most doctors prescribe for depression. I myself have been on Effexor 2 times in the past. The first time I did not remain on it long enough to really see any effects. But, the second time, was a whole nother story.
The …

I sometimes have problems with my allergies, and even though they might put me out of commission for a little bit of time which on a bad day can be usually a couple of hours. Therefore the problem generally doesn’t last very long. That was why I was a …

I am notorious for minor scrapes and cuts. I love to carve soap figures. The only problem is that the soap can sometimes be rather slippery when I working it into a piece. My favorite pieces to carve are angels and doves. I love giving them away as gifts.
I …

The worst thing about have seasonal allergies is that once one symptom begins the rest of them are sure to follow. My biggest symptom is the sneezing: I don’t just sneeze once and that’s it, I end up having a thirty minute to hour long sneezing marathon. The downside …

If you’ve never heard of Metformin, it’s probably because you’ve never had diabetes before or known of anyone that has diabetes. About two or three years ago, I was very overweight due to very unhealthy life practices and started to get the classic symptoms of Type II Diabetes. I was …

When I was a kid, I was diagnosed with urinary tract infection (UTI). With the use of antibiotics and water therapy, I get well and got no more signs of this infection. Then recently, I am suffering with the signs of UTI again. I can feel pain in urinating …

I recently had some extensive dental work done and my dentist wrote me a prescription of pain medication. I tried the prescription and found that it was too strong and had too many side effects, so I returned to him and asked for something a little milder. …

Icy hot was something I had always seen on the commericals and wondered what it would do to my achy body. I had never used it before because I never thought to even try it until I got a back pain that was hard to get rid of with …

It seems like the weather changes always make me sick in one way or another. My nose is something that really gets affected by the weather changes from summer to fall and from winter to spring. During this time my nose always seems like it has sinuses. My nose …

No home should be without a bottle of Hydrogen Peroxide. Hydrogen Peroxide is so versatile that one bottle can fullfill many things.
Hydrogen peroxide is great for cleaning out minor scrapes and cuts. I tripped over my sandals the other day, resulting in a huge cut on my …

Naproxin Sodium is also called Aleve, Anaprox and Naprelan.
After being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia Syndrom and making myself sick with Ibuprofen I sought out a pain killer that would help to take the edge off my pain but not make me even sicker. My sister-in-law had been taking prescribtion …

I used this allergy tablets during Spring this year when I my sneezing was uncontrollable due to pollens in the air. I bought this over the counter at Walmart when I stopped by there to go shopping. It comes in a small white plastic bottle with small elongated pink …

Unfortunately for me it is very easy to get a yeast infection. These infections can be both painful and irritating at a level 10. I try my best to treat symptoms before they get too intense and unbearable, but I am not always successful. Once the symptoms are very …

I have had chronic back pain for as long as I can remember. Because it’s never been able to be diagnosed, all I can do it try to manage the pain with medication and exercise. I don’t like to take prescription pain killers if I don’t need …

When I first started taking birth control pills, I had a lot of problems with cramping, irregularity, nausea, spotting, etc. I tried many different kinds and had no luck. Finally I switched to Ortho Tri-Cycline and since the first day I started it, I have never had a single …

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 …

The last time I got a tattoo, I remembered that using antibiotic ointment was much better than any lotion or cream that they may suggest. My tattoo that I used ointment on came out brighter and nicer than any other that I have. I wanted to make sure that …

When my daughter was a few months old, she suffered from wind in her tummy. She was visibly upset and had difficulty falling asleep. Someone recommended that I give her Woodward’s Gripe Water to relieve her pain. As soon as I gave a tiny bit of the Gripe Water, …

Diaseptyl is one of the health care products I usually have in stock at home wherever it is. Often, I get minor scrapes or bruises while working in the garden to cooking and even cleaning. Having kids around running in the house also makes it indispensable to always have …

Lasix is a prescription loop diuretic, which is prescribed for excess fluid accumulation in the body, which can arise from a variety of causes. In my case, I was having edema (swelling) in my lower legs, ankles, and fingers. The swelling seemed to be related to my …

When I reach for Pepto Bismol, it’s most likely because I have a really horrible stomach ache or diarrhea. It works like nothing else. I love the taste it has, it’s a bubble gum pink color and it goes down my throat so smooth. I’ve been taking Pepto Bismol …

During my pregnancy I had a very low hemoglobin level and my doctor recommend me to take iron vitamins to supplement my lack of iron in my diet. I was also told by my midwife that iron is very essential for both mother and child. Before I …

From a simple dust allergy which later evolved into a ruthless cough, my doctor prescribed me unusual drugs that crossed between asthma and regular cough medications. It was the first time I suffered from such a cough and, with my age, probably the worst too. Speaking of …

A few days ago, I got one of the worst colds ever. I needed something to make the symtoms diminish while keeping me awake, so I could go to work. I tried Tylenol’s cold pills for daytime. The pills’ purpose is to clear head congestion and …

My doctor recommend I take contraceptive pills because of my endometriosis condition (it lessens pain during menstrual period) contraceptive pills are taken by people with endometriosis and is the main hormonal drug used since 1950’s.
A friend had recommended that I use this particular brand because it doesn’t make …

Provigil is a non-stimulant wakefulness agent I was placed on a few years ago to control over sleeping and mild narcolepsy caused by my other medications. It has helped immensely and I continue to take it daily three years later.
I started taking Provigil in high school when my psychiatrist …