Reviews about Misc. OTC Medicine

pvro2000 says "Tylenol Extra Strength really knocks out pain fast!" about tylenol extra strenth Tylenol Extra Strength

pvro2000 — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 21:54:55 GMT

Tylenol Extra Strength caplets seem to work well for my wife in particular who can't take ibuprofen or aspirin because of her high blood pressure. These seem to work best when taken with some food to help the stomach tolerate the medicine and it is not recommended to take more than eight caplets in one day (true for any acetaminophen product). These caplets came recommended by her doctor and seem to work well for reducing her pain from arthritic joints as well as headache pains. The kind we prefer is caplets, but they work just as well in tablets and "fast-release" forms as well. Tylenol is more expensive than store brands of acetaminophen but seems to work better and is more easily tolerated though and maybe one should try to pick it up when on sale or when there is a coupon available. If I were trying to save money I don't think this is the best product for the price but for reasons that pertain to reactions with other medications this product was recommended and seems to work pretty...

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Happydogs says "This really works!" about Aleve Pain Relief / Fever Reducer / Anit-inflammatory

Happydogs — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 08:05:50 GMT

I absolutely love Aleve. Everything they say is totally true about this wonderful product. This product is completely different from Motrin, Tylenol and Advil. Aleve contains Naproxen, which is a anti-inflammatory, which in return will releive the pain as it takes down the swelling. Even doctors have suggested for me to use this. They come in capsules, or tablets. I prefer the capsules as they are easier for me to swallow. Each pill is approxametly 220 mg. This is good for just about anything painful, arthritus, headaches, muscle aches etc. Just try this for yourself and you will see how great it works. Why use Tylenol and take 100 pills, when you can take Aleve and only have to take maybe 3 all day. 3 a day, and the pain is gone all day! Try it for yourself! You'll see. Everything they say about this over the counter drug is true. There is also a perscription available, called Naproxen or Napersyn, and these come in 500 mg.

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auntcathy says "removes corns fast" about Dr. Scholls liquid corn and callous remover

auntcathy — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 03:48:43 GMT

As time goes on we all age in different ways. One of my most crucially affected areas has been my feet. Everything from toenail fungus dry cracked heels and yes corns inbetween my toes. I used to pride myself on my lovely feet in my younger years always proud to expose them as often as possible perfectly pedicured. I was irked when I noticed calloused corn areas inbetween my toes probably caused by slight tight shoes. I loathed the sight of them and went to do something right away. I searched otc remedies and came up with Dr. Scholls liquid corn and callous remover. You clean the affected area and apply dots of the liquid with a stylus from a small bottle of the medicine twice daily. After a few applications these areas began to seemingly dry up and eventually the skin dried completely and just flaked off layer by layer removing the whole corn completely. I'd say it took about a matter of a week and a half. Well worth it. They have not returned. I'd definitely recommend...

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soleskiewicz says "Feel better in seconds" about Blue Spring Super Blue Stuff OTC

soleskiewicz — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 15:18:48 GMT

I discovered Super Blue Stuff OTC a few months ago online. As always I saw that there was a free sample being offered so I figured why not try it. I'm sure that you have noticed from a majority of my posts that a lot of things that I find are from free samples. Blue stuff is for aches and pains. Honestly you apply it and a few seconds later that area feels better. Since receiving the sample I have started purchasing their roll on. Its a little less expensive than their pump bottles and works great. I actually not only use it for my knees and back but also use it for my headaches and migraines. It works better than popping tylenol or advil all day which can lead to a stomach ache or is a great alternative for people that can't take OTC medicines.Its made of all natural ingredients and doesn't smell horrible like the icey hot or ben gay. It has a nice scent. You can only purchase it online at this time. I believe that they are still doing the samples but they now ask you that you pay $1 to...

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Jess21 says "If you have flu symptoms, send someone immediately to get this!" about Thera Flu night time

Jess21 — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 04:48:56 GMT

Oh Theraflu, how you comfort me during flu season. Comfort is nice, but Theraflu gets me back to work as much as 5 days earlier than if I used other cold medicines. When I get a cold, I usually resort to cold medicines such as NiQuil daytime and NiQuil nightime. But, as soon as I feel body aches - which is definitely a flu symptom - I send my husband out to get the TheraFlu daytime/nighttime pack. You get about 5 packets of each daytime and nighttime. Make sure you read the directions to see how often you can take it. I just dissolve it in some hot water. The berry flavor is my favorite, but the honey and lemon is equally as good. The fact that it is a warm liquid - not a pill, a capsule, or a gel tab - really soothes the throat and gives you a warm, comfy feeling as the medicine takes effect to relieve the body aches. If you have access to a flu shot -get it! Because the flu is no fun. But if you do get the flu, Theraflu is the best!

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MommaHunt says "A shot of appetite control!" about Slim Shots Slim Shots

MommaHunt — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:52:19 GMT

Slim Shots vanilla & chocolate products really work! I am such a guru on weight loss products it is not even funny. I have tried everything and this is the best stuff I have found.

I finally broke down & bought each product because I saw a review in a magazine I read on a regular basis. They indicated that there was absolutly no side effects. None of that, 'OMG I have to find a bathroom right now' or 'OMG I'm having a heart attack because I'm so shaking so bad'- nothing!!

I'll admit, I was scared as I took a shot that first day, just waiting for my body to go into overdrive just as it did any other time I would break down and result to a diet drug. Despite the nasty taste that only lingers for a second, I was off to do normal activities without the shakes, no running to the bathroom, I even slept well that night. I couldn't believe it!!

This product really, honest does curb the munchies that I tend to get being a full time stay at home mom. Although, here at the holidays...

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TonyHayden says "Don't waste your money" about 24 hr prevacid prevacid

TonyHayden — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 07:07:14 GMT

I have taken Aciphex for five years now with amazing results, but my insurance company is pushing hard for me to use an otc heartburn medication. I was excited when I saw that Prevacid 24hr was on the shelves at a local drug store and thought, "No more fighting with the insurance company, no more asking my doctor for another refill. This could be good!"

I have now been on Prevacid 24hr for about a month and have experienced a full return of acid reflux. Even taking two capsules a day is no help at all; may as well be swallowing jelly beans.

Prevacid 24hr comes with my absolute lowest rating. It does not work even a little bit so Don't Waste Your Money!

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sing3r4life says "Let's me have my one true love - cheese" about Lactaid Lactaid Ultra

sing3r4life — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 05:06:37 GMT

Lactaid ultra is a product that allows those individuals who are lactose intolerant still eat dairy products that include lactose without the icky side effects (i.e. stomach aches, diarrhea, indigestion, etc). I have recently become lactose intolerant which is terrible for me because I absolutely love cheese. Not so much a fan of milk, but cheese is amazing. I like cheese in soup, cheese on crackers, cheese in a sandwich, all types. Now not all cheeses have the same effect if you are lactose intolerant, but for the types that include a lot of lactose, it sucks when you become intolerant. I take this little pill and all my problems go away. You take lactaid generally with your first bite of dairy and if you are still eating dairy products 30 minutes later, you generally take another pill. The pill is small so it is not cumbersome to take.

The only downside I have experienced with this pill is that if you forget to take a second pill after about 45 minutes (the box says take after 30...

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mastre says "Takes away heartburn faster then any other brand!" about Tums Quik Pak

mastre — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 03:34:58 GMT

I had a coupon for Tums Quik Pak which is for heartburn. I have tried lot's and lot's of different kinds over the years. I tried this and really liked it!! It is different then any other kind out there. It is a powder instead of a tablet or a liqiud. It is so easy to take and it works so much faster then the other kinds because it is already a powder. There are all kinds of different flavors to choose from. I chose Berry Fusion and it tastes so good! I couldn't believe it didn't have any after taste either. It just dissolves in youir mouth very fast and goes to work!

I will certianly be buying more when these are gone. I recommend these for everybody. It works!!

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slycy says "Premeassure one dose cough medicine from Robitussin" about Robitussin To Go Cough & Chest Congestion

slycy — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 02:30:53 GMT

Relieves cough and chest congestion/mucus. Box is supplied with 2 sigle dose

packs. No need to meassure the medicine, a single pack contains the right

amount of medicine for a four hour period.

******This product is not intended for children under 12 years of age.******

A single pack will contain a container of medicine that can be taken on the go.

Just twist off the top of the container, place spoon edge into mouth and squeeze the

container firmly once or twice to let medicine flow out and down the throat. Dispose of

the empty container in any trash can.

A very nice idea that leaves no sticky mess and nothing to clean. The amount

is premeassured so that it leaves a very minimum percent chance of over doing

the prescribed amount. The medicine taste sweet and leaves no after-taste after

a few seconds.

The cost compared to convenience is one of the factors when choosing this product.

It is very useful if away from the homestead for over four hours. However, it would be

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normaann1992 says "Theraflu nighttime warming cold medicine let me sleep all night" about theraflu nightime warming cold medicine

normaann1992 — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:44:38 GMT

I was really skeptical about trying it. I thought it might taste too bad or just not be worth it-- wow was I wrong. I suffered for days with another cold medicine and finally broke down and tried it. It worked great! Warmed me up and stopped my cough so I could sleep all night. I got rid of the other medicines and filled my cabinet with both the day and nighttime warming medicines by Theraflu. I have recommended it to several of my family and friends and they too agree that it is just wonderful. Try it, I know you will like it too!

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pjjurg says "Cold is no match for Tylenol Cold and Flu Medicine" about Tylenol Tylenol Cold and Flu

pjjurg — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:04:46 GMT

Colds are one of the most common winter ailments for me. I try to remember to drink lots of fluids, rest, and eat healthy, but inevitibably I get colds. I understand that to get rid of a cold, it is basically a wait it out process. But, while I wait it out I want to feed decent and not spend my time uncomfortable or laying around. I trudge off to the store and the Tylenol cold and flu box stands out from amongst numerous products announcing relief. I am not tempted to try the generic. Tylenol cold and flu relieves my stuffy nose, swollen face, sore throat, and aches and pains if even for a while. I even forget I am sick. The relief is long lasting and when it wears off I just take it again and feel great.

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racheljones1987 says "good for anyone who is in pain " about Tylenol Rapid Release

racheljones1987 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:30:53 GMT

I love rapid release tylenol it is wonderful i do get a lot of head aches and back and neck pains and my go to medince is rapid release tylenol it is very fast works wonders and is a really great pain reliever as well. it isnt to much so it is very affordable and it is very safe. i would recommend it to every one. its good for head aches, pain in back or necks and menstrual cycles, and even some miragrains. it comes in all different kinds of ways you can even get this tylenol for artirtis, and well you get my point. it is very easy to find because most of the stores has it i have never been in a store who didnt have it i mean even the dollar stores has it. so if you are in pain take you two and give it a couple and just in a few minutes you are feeling better and well on your way. I know i cant afford to be sick or hurting long because i am a single parent with two kids one is two years old and the other is five months old so you can imagine i stay pretty busy. if it works for me why wouldnt...

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racheljones1987 says "tylenol infant drops is something no mother should ever go witho" about Tylenol Infants Drops

racheljones1987 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:19:44 GMT

the infant tylenol drops are wonderful a mother should never be without this cause it does come in handy when you have a newborn and when your baby is teething or when your baby gets his or her shots. The doctor will tell you to get some when they get there shots to help with the pain, to help with there fevers, to help with swelling and so on. But it is all so good for when your baby teeths because they have all the same problems and it will all so help them sleep when they are sick. it is cheap and it works fast so there is no waiting for it to work it has helped me get some sleep when my baby was teething and when she was sick. I am a single parent of two kids a boy and a girl, one is two years old and the other is just five months old. just dont over do it always follow the directions so you are not giving your baby to much cause that can be harmful. it comes in different flavors such as grape, cherry or even dye free.

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ihaterabies says "Dries out your mucus but tastes terrible" about Mucinex Mucinex 12 hour

ihaterabies — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 22:37:30 GMT

I am a walking cold. It is not just the seasonal allergies that I have to fight off and when bad colds come, it is time to take the expensive measures along with the medicine that you might not want to take, but that will help the most.

Mucinex is a huge pill with a powdery outside coat that you need to swallow lots of water with at the exact same time as you take the pill, or else you are stuck with an absolutely terrible taste in your mouth for an extended period of time.

You'll feel the pill in your throat for a while after you take it, and just need to make sure you have plenty of water afterwards to not only help with swallowing it completely, but to make the pill work in full effect.

Mucinex is good to take before you go to sleep but sometimes you wake up in the middle of the night with an extremely dried out throat. Of course, it is much better than waking up with a pile of mucus, but it sucks waking up and having trouble breathing.

Fortunately, Mucinex is a medicine that works...

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qwertyme says "Still a great product" about Chapstick Classic Original

qwertyme — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 20:26:32 GMT

I have used this product for over 10 years. I normally only use this product in the colder months but can use this product year round.

This product is a great product for those who suffer from chapped lips.

Smell: The smell is minimal and is not overpowering.

Texture: This product glids on lips well. I also use this product on dry spots on my skin outside of my lips as well. It works well on dry skin.

Casing: This product is in a great tough plastic casing and fits well in jeans.

Durable: This product is durable in different temperatures.

Price: The price is wonderful.

This is an inexpensive, wonderful product for chapped lips. It is long lasting and is very easy to travel with. This product is extremely durable and keeps on going.

Its great for people that are very active. Great product, rainproof, snowproof. Cabe be kept in colder or warmer places and the product still wears well afterwards. Although i prefer replacing make up product every two to four months. This product...

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MissEvergreen says "This is a classic that is hands down the best Chapstick around." about Chapstick Classic Original

MissEvergreen — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 20:24:50 GMT

Not only does this Chapstick work but it always amazes me. No wonder this chapstick has been around forever. The one thing I always like about it is that is moisturizes my lips but doesn't leave a greasy feeling.My faveroite use for this is when you have a cold and have a dry red nose from blowing your nose. When I had a modeling job in the dead of winter and just getting over a cold, I kept blowing my nose and it was getting so dry and sore. I was running out of ideas to help fix this, with 6 hours to go until I had to be modeling. I was putting my chapstick on and wondered if you could use a chapstick under your nose to help the dryness. That is sadly where the idea came from and I am very glad I thought of this. I work in a doctors office and when the girls come in and complain of that I always recommand this. It doesn't cost a fortune but it works all you do is dab this right under and it helps prevent chapping under your nose.

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wh2 says "Alka Seltzer Plus gets rid of cold symptoms in a few hours." about Alka Seltzer Plus Day and Night Cold Formulas

wh2 — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 12:03:26 GMT

At work, I picked up some toys after some children, who were ill. Afterwards, I became ill with a stuffy head, sore throat and coughing. I took some aspirins with some water. That did not work. By the time it was time I went to bed, I had body aches, a runny nose and nasal congestion. The next morning, I dragged to work. I felt so horrible that day, I could have crawled onto any floor and went to sleep. Other medications that I had taken that night did not relieve my stuffy head, sore throat, coughing, body aches, runny nose and nasal congrestion. While I was at work looking for a place to sleep, my co-worker looked at me and said, "You look sick. Why didn't you stay home?" I responded, "I thought that the other medicines that I took would work." She added, "Have you ever tried Alka-Selzer Plus?'

I stated, "No." She said, "That's why i never miss s a day from work, I take some Alka-Seltzer Plus Day that morning and I feel fine all day at work." I bought some Alka-Seltzer...

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shanabunch says "Excedrin Migraine works!" about Excedrine Excedrin Migraine

shanabunch — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 07:25:18 GMT

I have been getting migraine headaches for about 10 years now. So far I have not been able to find any specific triggers other than lack of sleep and I usually get 2 to 3 a month. I fortunately have about 6 hours warning usually that I am getting one as I start having a very dull pain about 6 hours before it becomes a full blown migraine. I have found that if I heed this warning and start taking the Excedrin at the first signs, my migraines are less severe and often don't last as long. This product not only helps with my headache but with my nausea but also with the sensitivity to light and sound. With 2 small children that is a lifesaver! I would recommend this product to anyone who suffers from migraines becuase it works! If you have young children, you know how important it is to be "on your toes" and you just can't be when you are suffering a migraine headache! This is even more important when you are a single parent. My cousin told me about this product and it has...

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fairytales20040 says "Advil is the only over the counter medicine I use." about Wyeth Advil

fairytales20040 — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 06:26:03 GMT

I am a person that has daily chronic pain and cannot tolerate most medication that you find over the counter. But I am able to take Advil as long as I eat something before hand without any noticable side effects. I have tried other brands and they either gave me heart palpations or didn't work at all. Advil can be found at any drug store and it is pretty affordable. Advil works good for any type of ache and pain you may be suffering from. But it works the best for headaches in my opinion. I would recommend this product to my family and friends over the competitive brands on the market.

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