I was always prescribed Allegra from my doctor, but I’d tried some of the zyrtec over-the-counter products in the past. I have pretty intense allergy symptoms, so there’s pretty much nothing that I haven’t tried to treat it, especially considering those wonderful 24-hour prescription medications would maybe last me …

I hate mosquitos! I know they have their place on the food chain but they love me to death and every bite I get swells a little and itches A LOT.
I bought AfterBite Xtra on the road last summer when my child was stung on the car ride by …

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 …

Cold and flu season is my worst time of year. Cursed with chronic sinusitis courtesy of my grandmother, I am always on the hunt for the next big medication to keep me breathing clear, and free in the winter.
This season, Advil has released something I think I …

Last month I experienced a burning sensation in my urinary tract and so I went to see a doctor. The doctor took my discharge and diagnosed me with a urinary tract infection. He prescribed for me some antibiotics plus Citralka syrup. At first I was doubtful if the doctor …

I discovered this massage oil by chance when I went shopping at an Asian store few months ago. I was pregnant and I was looking for an oil that I can use for massaging. This one was recommended to me by the Chinese guy in charge at the counter. …

If you suffer from any kind of neuralgia pain then you might want to consider Baclofen. It is sort of a medication for nerve pain and after trying every one in the book, I can truly say it works great for my severe occipital neuralgia . Although …

A friend of mine was put on probation a year ago because it had become basically addicted to alcohol (he had all the signs of an alcoholic) and had also been reported from smoking weed and he had done coke in the past and so when he got in …

I had the chance to get admitted at this hospital when I was still in the Philippines. It is a family-owned business which spanned three generations already. Although I knew the owners who are well-known family in the community, it didn’t influence me much in my decision to …

If you are searching for a cheap self-medicating alternative, you might find that some websites are promoting the use of benzoyl peroxide. It is an over the counter drug that doesn’t cost much and is suppose to have antibacterial properties and that will kill the bacteria in your pores, …

I can remember when I was still at home, mom would have a real bad headache and the first thing she would do for it, is get a BC Powder.
It would not take long for it to go away. She would be back to herself in no time at …

Just recently, my son developed an eye irritation. His eyes became watery and produce rheum too much that when he woke up in the morning, he cried because he cannot open his eyes.
I am not really particular with that condition then, so I waited two days before bringing him …

I have been suffering from eczema ever since I was a kid. I also have allergic reactions to food that sometimes results to my eczema flaring up and itching like mad.
I noticed that whenever I eat seafood - crabs, prawns, lobsters, you name it - my eczema becomes …

When my wife missed menstruation cycle for two weeks, I bring a home based pregnancy test to check her status. The result showed two lines, which was a clear indication of her pregnancy. I shared this news with all my family members and there was a sense of happiness …

Mediviron Clinic, or better known to the local people as Klinik Mediviron is actually a popular clinic name with branches located throughout the Selangor state. The one which I used to frequent is the branch in Sea Park.
This clinic is quite large and tidy, allowing 4 doctors (3 …

When I turned 40, my gynaecologist recommended that I should do a mammogram. The last one I did was in April 2009 and unfortunately, the doctor found a little lump on my left breast. It was nothing serious he said but just to be sure, he advised that I …

Ponstan SF is the brand name for mefenamic acid. Since somtimes. I have a low pain tolerance depending on the pain I am feeling, I have tried a lot of generic and branded mefenamic acids but because I keep using them it turned out that I somehow became tolerant …

Atrovent is the common name for Ipratropium. It is used to help those with a chronic runny nose, or stuffy nose, sneezing or post nasal drip. This nose spray should not be used by children under 6 years old.
Atrovent works by limiting the amount of mucus the glands …

I’ve been using Paracetamol Biogesic since I was a kid for almost every ache and pain. If I have a toothache or a headache, my mom would give me one and make me go to sleep. If I’m running a fever, Biogesic would always be the medicine of choice. …

Acid Ease is a herbal tablet that I ran across about a year back, when my acid reflux flared up and my regular tablets weren’t doing the job anymore. I needed to increase doses and I was getting some unwanted side effects because of this.
This is how my quest …

I had a fever on Friday and my cousin wasn’t home so I was alone. I only had some Biogesic (Paracetamol) in my medicine cabinet. I was too dizzy and lazy to go out or even send a text message or call my siblings and my dad. Since I …

I had to fly after recovering from the flu and was still recovering from the cough part even though I was no longer contagious. I was worried about coughing too much on the flight because of the swine flu scare and decided I’d have to find a cough medicine …

Over the weekend we went to a secluded and pristine island south of Philippines. The view was breath taking and the water was clear as glass. I could even see fish swimming as our boat was sailing to the isolated island. When we got the island, it was everything …

I have been taking antacids for years. I have always been prone to heartburn, and usually I keep a pack of Rolaids in my purse in case I need a couple. I never liked the chalky texture and taste of them, but I had gotten used to …

I live in a tropical country wherein extreme weather conditions can be experienced each year. We only have dry and wet season. During dry season, the weather is extremely hot. Our normal temperature is around 34 degree Celsius and reaches as high as 38 degree Celsius. Then during wet …

It is difficult when you are ill because it precludes you from working. And then you will have to take a leave of absence. Your salary gets deducted and worst, you will be suffering during the days that you have the illness. This is what happened to me that is …

My husband and I are getting older, and with old age comes health problems. My husband has chest pains, and I have diabetes. Between the two of us we need a lot of medications. We needed a place to get our medications that would have an easy process …

I’ve tried a lot of things with arnica in it because I spent a good few weeks researching the homeopathic properties of this herb and found it to be useful for a variety of things, but mostly good for sore muscles. I didn’t know how well an herb would …

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 …

HQ Skin lightening gel from Neoceuticals is a good gel formulated for freckles, age spots, other discolorations in pregnancy and by use of contraceptives. I had skin discoloration problems on my chin area and the doctor recommended this gel from Neoceuticals, Neostrata, US. In my opinion …

My friends always joke that they are going to put cough drops in my Easter basket and Christmas stockings, in lieu of actual candy, because I eat these things as if they were candy. I love the taste of the menthol and the eucalyptus and all the other goodies …

I have very sensitive skin which means that slight exposure to irritants such as dust triggers itchiness which eventually turns to rashes if left untreated. After I gave birth to my daughter, there was a period when my skin all over my body was very itchy that I thought …

Yesterday, while I was in the car on my way to my cousin’s party, I suddenly felt nauseous. I knew that it was another acid attack on my ulcer as I often experience such. Unfortunately, I did not have any of my usual medication on me so …

This product seems to be a very useful contraceptive which is working for a lot of people I know. But, to be able to make your choice of taking it or not, you must be aware of its possible side effects like I’ve noticed while I was taking this. …

I have always taken Pepto Bismol for an upset stomach or to stop diarrhea but when I am out and about, it isn’t always convenient to take a liquid form of medication. When Pepto Bismol came out with the new tablet form, I decided to give it a try …

My youngest son has mild autism. One of the things he had a lot of trouble with when he was younger was holding his stool. This is a common problem for autistic children. As a result, his bowels don’t function as easily as they should. The solution our primary …

Using some sort of antacid has become an everyday thing for me. I have been dealing with a lot more heartburn than usual and feel that it has become a burden on my life. To deal with this problem, I use multiple antacids. One antacid that I thought worked …

Paxil was one of the medications I used in treatment for depression. I used it as a solo med initially but did not have good results. My Doctor then added Wellbutrin to the program and together the results were better.
Paxil was prescribed to me for anxiety. I found …

I have used various brands of ibuprofen for many years. I suffer from terrible sinus headaches, and I have discovered that ibuprofen is the only that that really helps with the inflammation. Equate ibuprofen has worked for me as well as any of the other major name brands out …

When it comes to pain relievers Tylenol extra Strength tablets are great for minor things like headaches, backaches, and other pains. I have been using Tylenol Extra Strength off and on for a few years and I have yet to find anything that works as well. I purchased mine …

After veiwing a very convincing commercial put forth by Advil for their (at the time) new product - Advil Liqui-Gels - I set out to my nearest pharmacy and bought a box.
I’ve always found that ibuprofen (the active ingredient in Advil)works well with my body aches, better than acetaminophen …

Provex CV is a supplement that supports functioning of the heart and cardiovascular system. You can not buy it at the store it must be ordered online through a company called Mellaluca. As you can imagine this supplement does not come cheap. But if you are like me and …

I have tried many vitamins, supplements, and herbal remedies for PMS symptoms, like bloating, mood swings, pain and other unpleasant issues, and have never found anything that works. I generally resort to taking copious quantities of Ibuprofen when the pain is bad, and generally just feeling miserable. My mom …

I use to snore and cough a lot in my sleep due to my stuffy nose and itchy dry scratchy feeling throat. However, I started using Herbal Relief Botanical Throat Spray from Herbalist and Alchemist. I got the spray directly from the Herbal Path Store in Dover, NH for …

I get headaches and migraines quite frequently. In a week, I usually get a migraine at least once if I am lucky. Sometimes more depending on the situation, stress levels, and my relaxation. I usually use Advil and it has been working so far. However, when I ran out …

Ever since moving from the humid hot climate of Arkansas to the humid cold climate of Michigan, some eight years ago, I’ve suddenly become over-run with serious allergy problems that previously never existed. The first time I stepped out of the car into a Michigan september, I was overcome …

The Zip call is the tablets, which I took when I had the pain in my knee. Actually after the delivery of my baby I had become little weak and even my bones were little weak. I had the saviour pain both of my knee. When I …

In general, Nexium is a great medicine to take to relieve acid reflux and/or heartburn. I have pretty bad acid reflux, and every time I take Nexium, I do not have acid reflux after I eat. The capsule is very easy to swallow. This is very good for people …

I have come to realize that when I get a really bad cold, it is best for me to combine taking a daytime medicine along with a nighttime cold medicine. Though I do not like to be drowsy in the day time, I also find it difficult to sleep …

I normally have a very well-behaved digestive system and am very proud of how it functions without giving me a moment’s trouble unlike some other parts of my aging body. However, in the last few months, I have had to test my iron stomach to its depths as I was …