I have been suffering from acne since I was in middle school. Even when I reached college, the acne continued. By now, my peers’ faces had cleared up but I was not so lucky. The acne began to get so bad it affected my self esteem. It did not …

I use contact lenses because my eyes have a refractory disorder. I am near sighted and my eyes tire easily. That is why I often have red eyes due to strain and due to my contact lens. Having red eyes are very unsightly and they make me look like I …

It works well for the person on the go that need temporary relief for the cold symptoms, but, I prefer the Night-time version. My thought is, if it doesn’t put you to sleep, it doesn’t work well. Your body needs rest to recover from anything. It’s good to have …

I have adopted an abandoned kitten. It was all skinny and dirty, looks like someone had thrown it out of the car (which often happens in these parts) and left it to meet his faith. This little one was lucky, so many strange coincidences brought me to pass that …

I was actually prescribed this medication from my doctor because every night in my house I started sniffing and sneezing. The problem was that there was a slight itch and tickle in my nose which made me sniff to get rid of it. I often had fits on …

A few months ago I was suddenly rushed to the hospital due to a sudden seizure. I was washing the dishes when suddenly I blacked out. Luckily, my brother was there and immediately took me to the emergency room. Although I wasn’t conscious when I was brought in, the …

Migraine headaches are the worst things to get. One of the best herbal supplements I like to take to help treat my migraine are GNC Herbal Plus Standardized Feverfew Herbal Supplements. They compounds in them called, “Parthenolides.” Parthenolides help reduce inflammation in the head that causes migraine headaches which …

Flonase is a nasal spray designed to relieve allergy symptoms. It appears as if I have developed allergies in the past couple of years and I’m not sure what I am allergic to. With the summer comes my allergies, and some days are worse than others. I tried quite …

I had gastric bypass surgery in March of 2002 and since then it’s changed my life. This is the surgery for those who have tried every other method available yet didn’t have much success.
Weight loss has become like a major fad these days. because there are so many going …

Hydroxyzine is primarily used as an antihistamine, i.e. to treat the symptoms of allergies, and secondarily against motion sickness. Although its sedative properties are well known, in many countries (including those in the EU) it is rarely used against anxiety and/or insomnia. And yet, it is well known that it …

I found a bottle of Assorted Flavors Tums Regular Strength calcium supplements at the back of my medicine cabinet in the kitchen while doing some summer cleaning. To be honest, I don’t know when I actually purchased it but I do remember why it’s in the back of the …

I’m a sucker for generic store brand medications verses the name brand stuff, because part of me always thinks it’s cheaper to purchase even though that’s not always the case. I suffer from allergies, these days, on a pretty constant basis. It used to be only in the fall …

When I was pregnant, when of the symptoms I absolutely hated, but knew to expect, was constipation. It was, quite frankly, an irritating constant during the second and third trimesters of my pregnancy, and of course, as you should be, I was wary of taking anything during a pregnancy …

Doxylamine succinate (known as Unisom, Restavit, Dozile, etc.) is an anti-allergy drug, also effective against morning and motion sickness. However, it is often used for a tertiary effect: sedation and hypnagogic (sleep-inducing) qualities. It is allegedly the most effective over-the-counter sedative on sale in the USA, and studies show it …

I was bewildered why I frequently had flank pain accompanied by a difficulty in urinating. I thought that I had a urinary tract infection so I self-medicated by drinking a lot of water and took an antibiotic that was in my fridge. Even though I had finished the complete …

A co-worker of mine purchased this disinfectant spray for the office. She insists on using it daily in order to kill the germs in the air during cold and flu season. While I haven’t recieved the cold or flu from a co-worker, the smell of this product makes me …

I have been battling heartburn for years. It is very hard to deal with at times, especially because I have to switch out medications often. I needed something quick, because I was just dying from the chili I’d had earlier that day. I ran into the local dollar store …

I am one of those people prone to cuts and wounds. I have had my share of paper cuts and scrapes and bruises from my climbing adventures. During my emergencies, I always panic because I am so obsessive about cleaning my wound. I get agitated if I cannot wash …

Naproxen Sodium is also known as Aleve. You pay more for it if you buy the box that says ALEVE, because you pay for the brand name. You still get the exact same product, same amount of pain reliever per pill. So, why pay more? Buy the Naproxen.
Naproxen is …

My doctor recommended that I take Magnesium 250 mg twice a day for the treatment of hot flashes that I was experiencing after undergoing a hysterectomy. The hot flashes came almost immediately and were so unbearable that they were disruptive to my day to day living. Sleeping …

Glucophage is a medication given to people that are diagnosed as diabetic to help with their sugar and control the levels of glucose they produce. I was diagnosed with this a while back and put on this medication when I was trying to conceive a child and it ruined …

When it comes to skin, I am very much careful and particular. That is why I want around to be clean and order. But no matter how I take care of everything around me, still I cannot avoid catching some skin disorder and infection and I really hate it. …

I was recently prescribed Fioricet for my migraines and headaches. I was directed to take as needed which is pretty often for me because I am likely to have a headache everyday. Immediately after the doctor prescribed it for me, I got it filled generically and was really happy …

I hate the fact that I experience allergies whenever I go visit my friend. I’m used to the dry hot climate in Nevada, and all the sudden I’m thrown into a whole other world of trees and pollen as far as the eye can see, and I get off …

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 …

I have my fair share of acne scars. Even in my mid twenties, I struggle to keep blemishes at bay. To fight my acne, I use Neutrogena products. One of my favorite products is the Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment.
On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, a maximum strength effectiveness product, is true to …

My experience with Piedmont Hospital of Atlanta, Georgia, was exceptionally different than my past hospital experiences. The staff of nurses was very considerate of my needs and the needs of my family members. In my two week stay there, I felt as if I had really come to know …

I have suffered badly with a couple of bad colds in the last few months, both of which really got me in the chest, giving me terrible congestion and catarrh and a terrible, irritating cough. I am a lot better now but it is dragging on and I …

Saridon one of the best remedies for instant relief from headache. It is one medicine which every Indian home trusts and recommend for relief from headaches and simply body pain. We have been using it for almost 15 -20 years in our household and it really stands out …

I was talking to my best friend the other day and she was telling me that her sister-in-law who is a nurse had seen how she downed Motrin down like candy and was appalled by the fact that she had to eat that many in order to get some relief …

Before I wasn’t comfortable traveling far from home. I hate it when I ride in a bus with a/c and the smell is too awful, I tend to vomit or feel the nausea. I also feel Nausea whenever I am in a crowded place like when I am shopping …

I decided to try Pepcid AC when my heartburn was at its worst. I could not bare to keep walking around with that pain in my chest and decided to do something about it. The whole situation was starting become stressful because I could not eat a thing …

I began taking Topomax 400mg a night (this is a high dose) as a mood stabilizer and for weight loss. It works! I lost 30 lbs in approximately 9 months and have managed to keep most of the weight off over the last two and a half …

Having tried virtually every cough and cold medicine on the market (or so it seems) whenever I get a really bad cough, I usually reach for Robitussin DM Max Cough and Congestion Medicine. The cough syrup has a very pleasant, though obviously medicinal taste, and does not instantly …

This hospital resides in Columbia South Carolina, in downtown Columbia. I have a very high opinion of this hospital and the employees who work there. Palmetto Health is very picky about who they let work in their hospital environment and they only choose the best. I gave birth to …

Theres a huge difference when it comes to Tylenol P.M and Advil P.M. The reason I started using Advil P.m was because it makes me feel different and plus it ’s non habit forming. At first I wasn’t believing this because thats the same thing I heard about Tylenol …

Being prone to monthly attacks of allergies and sinusitis, my cousin living in Virginia decided to send me Sinus Buster Nasal Spray. I have to admit that I have apprehensions about using any product that I have to stick up into my nostril. I was prescribed Drixine Nasal Spray …

Before my grandmother passed away about a year ago, she was suffering from heart disease caused by her favorite foods which of course were dripping with fats and oils, which actually caused her death, and high blood pressure. But she was also fairly long in the tooth, being around 75, …

Reflex is a well known analgesic spray to help with muscle pain and inflammations. I had heard that name many times, but I had never thought of using it until I started to know muscle pain in my own body. That’s when, as I heard from many people that …

I suffer from earaches often and could not get any consistent relief. I found Wally’s Ear Oil and soon found relief. It’s a homeopathic mix of herbs that can soothe the most piercing ear pain. At least that’s what it did for me. I usually don’t like …

I have been taking Prilosec for several months now. NOT because I want to, but because my insurance doesn’t cover any other acid reducer. After a lengthily time on this medication, I don’t think Prilosec works. My acid problems have gotten worse over the past few months, and it …

I have to admit that over the last two years, I’ve leaned more towards an all-natural or homeopathic approach to treating my sleep disorder (Delayed Sleep Disorder), but sometimes, the problem really calls for a heavy duty non-prescription slee aid. I tend to change out the sleep aid products …

Orthotrycyclen Low is a form of birth control with lower hormones.
I asked to be put on this drug because I smoke and do not like the risk factors of blood clotts.
I took Orthotrycyclen Low for about 2 months straight.
Im 22 years old and have 2 existing children already so …

Watson’s is another chain of drugstore here in the Philippines(mostly in Manila Area). This is a chain of store owned by the “chain” of shopping malls in the country as well, the ShoeMart or the SM. Watson’s is conveniently located in all of the SM shopping malls in the …

Southeast Alabama Medical Center is one of two hospitals in Dothan, AL and has been serving the area for over thirty years. It is a leader in health care.
Having been in the hospital for the birth of my two children and having had several family members stay; I …

For anyone who has been suffering from hemorrhoids, ultraproct might sound a bit too familiar. It’s actually a gel type medicine that is used to cure anal itch and hemorrhoids; and embarrassing as it may sound I have used it in the past. I actually keep one in my …

Vick’s vapor rub works great when you have a cold. The menthol opens up your nose to enable you to breathe better and if rubbed on your chest, soothes chest pain, but did you know that this rub can be used to help cure nail fungus? Well …

I started taking YAZ about 3 months ago to help alleviate my problems from PCO and PMDD. This may be a birth control medication, but because of the severity of my PMDD & PCO, but I take this only for the symptoms and mood swings. I have …

I doubt that I am the only one who really hates having a cough. I know everyone must hate it because it drives me completely insane. The last time I had a cough my husband took it upon himself to bring me some medicine home. He was probably tired …

I’m not really sure how I feel about this medicine. It has been a part of my family for a long time but I can’t say that I ever liked using it. I’m not saying that it doesn’t work because that isn’t the case at all. It has helped …