Reviews about Over the Counter Medicine

ML2007 says "Yummy cherry flavor to help the tummy" about Pepto Bismol Cherry Chewable Tablets

ML2007 — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:35:06 GMT

The Pepto Bismol cherry flavored chewable tablets are yummy for the tummy. I have always known that Pepto Bismol is reliable and I have always trusted my tummy to the product. But, now that Pepto comes in chewable form, I buy it whenever I have stomach problems and am able to carry them around especially because I travel a lot and don't need to worry about the liquid not being in a 3 oz. size bottle or about the bottle spilling in the luggage. I especially enjoy the flavor. The regular liquid form always tasted chalky to me, so when I started hearing that it came in tablets, I bought them the next time I ate something that didn't set well. I would reccommend this product to anybody who has occasional stomach issues. The last time I needed to buy this product it was because I had either eaten meat not fully cooked or maybe I was so hungry and I wanted to eat those tacos so quickly, I couldn't digest it. Although my stomach didn't automatically feel better right away, I'm patient and new......

sarahtaylor513 says "tylenol pm rapid release gels are out of this world." about Tylenol PM Rapid Release Gels

sarahtaylor513 — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:18:34 GMT

I have used tylenol pm rapid release gels occasionally. I am the type of person who doesn't like to use medication on a daily basis. I only use it when i have a headache and can't go to sleep. Just to make sure i put this in here when it says don't operate heavy machinary for at least eight hours they mean it. I still feel a little woozy nine hours later. Tylenol pm rapid release gels work really fast. I can take one and within twenty minutes I am out for nine hours and don't remember a thing. One night my husband got sick and tried to wake me up so I could help him. He said i did not even stir. He told me in the morning what happened and I didn't believe him because I don't remember a thing. So if being out for hours at a tiime makes you nervous then you probably shouldn't be using it. But to be fair I can't take the full dose of most medications because my body is really sensitive to medication.

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ayyogurt says "It will get rid of the congestion for sure!" about Mucinex Expectorant

ayyogurt — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:59:49 GMT

Mucinex is a great product. My nurse practitioner even recommended it before trying an antibiotic and I couldn't believe it but she was right! When you are congested in the head, nasal passages, or chest, the guasafin (the active ingredient) will get it out. Take this at the onset of congestion--and take some tylenol or ib profin to minimize swelling of the nasal passages, which sometimes is why you can't get it out!

However, be forewarned that this does affect blood sugar, so if you are diabetic, consult your doctor before use. If you're not diabetic, you will want to eat a little more than usual to compensate.

Also, it will dry up your mucus, but it will dry you out overall also. Drink lots and lots of fluid when on this, especially if you take the maximum dose. There are generics that are almost as effective, but you have to take those in 4 hour increments, versus the Mucinex brand which has extended release capsules that last 12 hours. (Great to get you through the night!)...

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chercat says "clears the nose with no side effects " about Ocean nasal spray

chercat — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:02:22 GMT

having suffered with seasonal allergies and a chronically stuffed nose for most of my life , I have tried numerous products in an effort to clear my nose and breathe easier .

Many nasal sprays have a "rebound effect" of used too often and prescription nasal sprays often contain steroid which have negative side effects that negates the benefits , in my opinion,

After discovering Ocean nasal spray, I find that this is the most natural ,safest form of relief for me for a stuffed up nose . Basically , you could make this yourself using salt and purified water because it is a saline based nasal spray. There are no irritating side effects, no dependency , and it works almost instantly in clearing up a stuffed up nose and bringing relief .

If you suffer from seasonal allergies or other conditions that make you feel as if you cannot breathe , you will welcome this product . It is totally harmless and you will be amazed at how such a simple , natural product can help so much .

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chercat says "works like magic " about mucinex Mucinex

chercat — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:48:24 GMT

I have used Mucinex for quite awhile ( before it was available over the counter) , with amazing results.

The active ingredient in Mucinex is guafinisen which is an expectorant for mucus relief . It really works great as a decongestant and thins the mucus secretions and helps " bring up" the mucus from your lungs and nasal passages .

There are generic brands of this drug out there which are equally effective, but be careful of the doses. I believe the Mucinex is 400mg of guaf per tablet and the generics, which are much cheaper, may only have 100 or 200mg per tablet . You would need 2-4 tablets to have the same effect as the Mucinex one tablet .

If you suffer from chronic sinusitis or have frequent head colds , you know the pain of blocked sinuses . Mucinex can bring very fast relief without any of the side effects of drowsiness and without added ingredients that you don't really need or want with their additional negative side effects . It is a safe drug - be sure to take with plenty...

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Christianna says "Cold Sore Suffer? L Lysine Works!" about L Lysine L Lysine

Christianna — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:57:06 GMT

I have been getting cold sores since I can remember (age 5, maybe). They come about once evey six months or, if I'm lucky, one a year due to stress. L Lysine, the over the counter supplement, has made a huge difference in my once 6-12 day hiatus from the world due to my cold sores. My normal 2 weeks effected by cold sores was about cut in half from taking it. The recomended dosage when you have an outbreak is 3000-9000mg. It works for other strains of Herpes Simplex (the virus that causes ALL cold sores, kanker sores and Shingles) also. The pills are hard to swallow and I would recomend taking the oval shaped once as opposed to the circle shaped ones since they are easier to quickly swallow. They cost about $5 for a bottle of 50 1000mg tablets. I have found them at all drug stores, it's very common. No side effects or known drug interactions either since it's an amino acid and a supplement. If you are a sufferer I would strongly recomend this product.

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ElizabethAnnR says "Melatonin helps me sleep peacefully." about Nature's Bounty Melatonin

ElizabethAnnR — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:52:53 GMT

I am a total insomniac and have been for years. I do not want to take prescription drugs that are, for the most part, addictive. I learned about Melatonin years ago from a good friend to whom I am eternally grateful.

Nature's Bounty Melatonin was recommended by a nutritionist to my good friend in conjunction with other food supplements as a night time sleep aid.Nature's Bounty Melatonin is a the answer to my sleepless nights.

Nature's Bounty Melatonin is a quality product that accomplishes what other over the counter products have not. If I take Nature's Bounty Melatonin before midnight, I get the necessary hours of restful sleep. The body requires this down time to restore the body and mind. When I take Nature's Bounty Melatonin I awake feeling rested and alert. I have taken other over the counter drugs without either of these benefits.

I wish I had discovered Nature's Bounty Melatonin years ago and this is strictly a personal recommendation. If you are taking prescription medication...

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morganjr234 says "Thanks to ZYRTEC, I don't have to get rid of my cat!" about MCNEIL-PPC, INC. Zyrtec Allergy Medication

morganjr234 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:20:42 GMT

Less than twelve hours after I had adopted my new kitten I was wheezing and my eyes were itchy and bloodshot. I called my doctor that day for an appointment to get some relief from this terrible allergic reaction. Her first suggestion was to get rid of the kitten. I explained that was not an option at this point and I really wanted to try some allery medications. She prescribed one. This relieved the itchy eyes, but not the wheezing. A second prescription relieved the wheezing, but not the itchy eyes. A third prescription relieved both, but only last about six weeks. Tired of paying for expensive prescription medications and doctor visits I headed for the drugstore. I described my symptoms to a pharmacist who suggested I try ZYRTEC. It's been two years since I've had any problmes breathing or suffered from itchy eyes and my cat sits in my lap at every possible opportunity. I can hold him close and give him the affection he deserves without having to pay any consequences.

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bbruhn says "Can't live without!" about Biofreeze

bbruhn — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:45:41 GMT

My chiropractor first recommended Biofreeze to me when I was having some back pain. I had never heard of it, and had thought it was like all other pain relieving cremes. It is not! It truly works! And it works fast! Within minutes I had relief from aching back muscle pain. Also, it works great on neck pain and shoulder pain. I had tried several over the counter cremes, such as Icy Hot and Ben Gay, and they are not comparable to Bio Freeze. This should not be used for severe pain, but for aches and discomfort of joints and muscles. It can be used on necks, shoulders, elbows, backs, legs and knees. It comes in several different forms including, creme, roll on, spray and gel. I have used the roll-on on my legs and the spray works great on my back and shoulders. The gel is also great for shoulder pain. Very easy to apply. It feels cold at first, then after a few minutes, the muscles relax and the pain lessens.

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bbruhn says "Excedrin Migrane rocks!" about Excedrin

bbruhn — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:38:08 GMT

I absolutely love Excedrin Migrane headache medicine. I had not used it before, until about a year ago. I suffer from occasional migranes and more frequent sinus migranes. I used to stay home and lay in bed until they were gone, but no more! With Excedrin Migrane I can take a tablet and within an hour the headache is almost gone! The medicine comes in a tablet form and is easy to digest. It can be taken every 6 hours so I can take it a few times a day but usually after the first dose, the worst is over! This medicine really helps with headaches and cures the pain so I can go on. I can take this medicine while at work and it does not make you drowsy. I have recommended this medicine to friends and family who also suffer from headaches and they like it also. It relieves the pain without drowsiness. It is found in major drugstores and retailers near other OTC medicines like Tylenol, most often found next to regular Excedrin.

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bbruhn says "Great working!" about Tylenol Cold & Sinus

bbruhn — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:18:13 GMT

I really like this medicine! I suffer from allergies and many sinus problems. This medicine helps with any fever, aches and pains and also the head pain associated with sinus congestion. I like this medicine because it does not make me drowsy or "out of it" which is great. I can take this medicine and still go to work or keep on with my day. I also like this medicine because it is made by Tylenol which is a trusted brand that has been around for a long time. This product often has coupons for it also which is an added bonus! This product can be taken every four to six hours, which is easy to use. The packaging was somewhat difficult to open but was fine. This product is recommended if you have aches, pains, fever, and congestion along with runny or stuffy nose. It comes in a capsule form. Both my husband and myself take this product whenever we have cold symptoms or sinus congestion.

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molari says "Much more effective than Ibuprofin or Acetaminophen" about Excedrin Excedrin Migraine

molari — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:55:34 GMT

As one who has had her share of migraines for 15 years I have tried every kind of over the counter relief, and when all is said and done, what seems to work best is Excedrin, hands down. If I take Excedrin Migraine at the first sign of an episode before the pain really gets a firm hold, it reverses the progression within a half hour and even prevents the waves of nausea that accompany the headache. Ibuprofin, on the other hand, still leaves me with a shadow of a headache for as long as the dose lasts and the queasiness also lingers. Acetaminophen is worthless. Looking at the ingredients I can't see where there is any difference between Excedrin Migraine and Excedrin Extra Strength except for different package colors and a special migraine-related warning on the Excedrin MIgraine version. Before they came out with the Migraine version I used Extra-Strength Excedrin with the same results. When I go to the drugstore however, I end up buying the Migraine labelled box anyway. Force of habit,......

JDGeorgia says "Great as a muscle ache preventive!" about Advil

JDGeorgia — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:37:09 GMT

I'm in my mid-forties and very active. I find myself bothered by minor muscle aches and pains more than in the past, but by using Advil as both a preventive and pain reliever works great to prevent pain and allow me to be as active as I want. I take a couple before a long hike or hard workout and then again after. If it's a long hike (6 hours or more) I even take a couple in the middle. It keeps my muscles from getting tight and inflamed and allows me to go further without getting achy. Unlike Tylenol, I don't have to worry about overdosing on Advil and damaging my liver. Best of all, I feel Advil makes me younger than I actually am!

(Also works great at preventing or minimizing menstrual cramps when I start taking it a couple days before my period.)

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fosed says "Great snack that helps with blood sugar control" about Extend Extend Bars

fosed — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:51:34 GMT

One bar is effective in controlling blood sugar for up to nine hours. These are snack bars that come in 1.41 oz. size and a number of flavors. All of them are good, but being a chocaholic, I particularly like the chocolate delight. I would suggest trying several flavors though until you find your own favorite. They're a great snack between meals or before exercise or bed. They're sugar free, high in protein and fiber, gluten free, low fat, have no trans fat, and have a low glycemic index. They have been clinically proven to control hunger by suppressing appetite. I have found this true also They have made it much easier for me to follow my diabetic diet. Each bar contains 150 calories; so they are very easy to add to your diet without running up a high calorie count. I like to have one each day right after my regular walk. It helps sustain my energy; so I don't want a forbidden snack.

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fosed says "Pleasant way to relieve my constipation." about Miralax Miralax

fosed — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:40:06 GMT

I found this when my doctor scheduled me for a colonoscopy. I thought that if I had no stomach craps after taking the tremendous quantity of this laxative that my preparation for the procedure required that it might be a very good laxative. That has proven to be true. I have never taken a laxative before without stomach pain resulting until I found this one. It is effective, too, always producing a bowl movement within three hours. One dose softens my bowl movements for several days making further doses unnecessary. However, the directions say you can take it up to three days if required. This should make it helpful to even chronic constipation sufferers. It dissolves quickly in plain water and has no taste while you're drinking it. There's no after taste either. The bottle top is the measuring device; so there is no problem with determining how much to take. I have so many health problems that solving one as pleasantly and easy as taking this really helps with uncomplicating...

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fosed says "So much more pleasant than swalling pills." about Rolaids Softchews

fosed — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:25:43 GMT

As a diabetic I have to take enough unpleasant medicine. I'm glad to find something that doesn't involve unpleasant swallowing. These are pleasantly flavored little cubes that can be chewed. I have tried vanilla and wild cherry and like both. I prefer the vanilla, but the cherry tastes a little like bubble gum and is also very good. They relieve heartburn and acid indigestion quickly and pleasantly. Each one contains 470 mg. calcium, and I know that is something my senior citizen bones require. They are just effective for my upset stomach as the unpleasant tasting liquids and pills that I had been taking for this problem. They're light weight and take up little room in my pockets. I carry them with me everywhere and keep an extra pack in my car and at the office. I took the pill form of Rolaids for my acid indigestion until I found these, and they are an effective substiute that is much more pleasant to consume.

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cgian66 says "I would never go back to shots!" about medtronic minimed metronic insulin pump

cgian66 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:47:44 GMT

A very dependable insulin pump!!! Great customer service as well

I am a type 1 diabetic and have been on this pump for 4 years and Iknow many many other people on this pump as well. It is very dependable,comes in a variety of colors and the company behind this pump 100 percent! It has regulated my diabetes with more accuracy than the shots. I am a very brittle diabetic with lowes down to 24 and highs over 1000 and since on the pump have not had these issues. it is awsome behond words to desribe the freedom of wearing a pump. You can snck as apposed to the shots where you can only eat every four hours. the company will help with trouble shoot any problems and even replace the pump if it seems not to be working correctly. they provide excellent education about the pump and how to opperate it.they answer all questions as well. I would never go back to shots now that I have has the pump!

would highly recommend!!!!

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onemom4 says "nyquil works" about nyquil nyquil

onemom4 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:43:05 GMT

nyquil is an amazing product. the different flavors are nice to have, although the green one is nasty!! the cherry is the best and the cherry/vanilla flavor really opens your sinuses!! it only works for me when im sick though. it can become addicting if you take too much, so be careful!! it definately says what it does. if you cant breathe cause you are sick, it helps dry your nose up so you can breathe. it takes away fever and it helps you get some rest, something you really need when you are sick. the cherry one is a manageable flavor that doesnt make you gag. it has a daytime equivalent, dayquil, that does the same thing, but doesnt have the alcohol content to make you sleep. it comes in liquid and in gel pills but i think that the liquid does the best job. i dont know if it is because it coats as it goes down or if it gets into your system faster, but that is the type that i prefer to take.

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amaralt says "when you need a good night's sleep" about Nature's Bounty Melatonin

amaralt — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:29:11 GMT

I was skeptical at first because I don't like taking anything that seems like a drug or suppliment to help me sleep. Finally out of desperation a good friend offered me 3 to try at different times. From the very first time I took them, I fell asleep fairly fast, and stayed asleep for about 5-6 hours. I had no trouble waking up the next morning and didn't seem groggy at all. After trying the other 2, I absolutely stand behind this product to help as a sleep aide. They are not habit forming but should be taken with water and not longer than 60 consecutive days. Other than that they work well for $10 a bottle.

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CecilyIsabella says "PM- Puts ME to sleep! " about Tylenol Tylenol PM

CecilyIsabella — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:37:46 GMT

I have been using Tylenol PM for a while now. I have to say that it works very well and is great for people who have problems sleeping. I use it when I'm having a lot of pain from my joints or for my back pain at night and it kicks it out no problem. I love how it not only relieves the pain but gives you a good night's sleep too. I will say sometimes I actually have trouble waking up from the medicine because it will put me to sleep for too long and then I oversleep but we all do that. I also used Tylenol PM when I was having sleeping problems November 2008 - February 2009. I would take it about 30 minutes before the desired time I wanted to go to bed and would fall asleep about 40 - 45 minutes after taking it. I would recommend eating a small snack with the medicine because it can cause you to have an upset stomach if you take it on an empty stomach. This is definately a product I would reccomend to anyone who wants a good night's rest or just to relive pain though.

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