A few weeks ago, my friend gave me a bunch of bottle of vitamins. One of those was a bottle of Kirkland Brand Calcium 500 mg+D with Vitamin K. I am not sure how this will help me and I haven't gotten a chance to really research what the vitamin is supposed to do but so far it have been pretty good. When I think about calcium, I think about strengthening bones, so I am hoping that's what...

On a recent visit to my family physician, we discussed erectile disfunction. My doctor assured me that many young men suffer from this condition due to living an overstressed life and working too many hours. With four kids, a set of twins and a job I work 12 hours shifts everyday, I can understand where he is coming from.I tried Viagra for the first time with the trial package the doctor gave m...

Surgical menopause is never fun. Suffering from menopausal symptoms at 31 is even less fun. After my hysterectomy I knew Hormone Replacement Therapy would be the best decision for me and I am glad I chose Premarin 1.25 MG Tablets.Premarin 1.25 MG Tablets are created from pregnant mare (horse) urine. For this reason, many people decide not to take this drug. After I was assured by my gyneco...

Hormone Replacement pills and tablets have recently declined in popularity to patches and gels. Immediately after having a total abdominal hysterectomy, I was placed on the Vivelle Dot patch. I have to admit I was less than thrilled by some of the features.The Vivelle Dot 0.1 MG Patch is the largest Vivelle Dot Patch and it is only the size of two postage stamps side by side.The patch is suppos...

I purchased Equate's Night Time Sleep Aid at my local Walmart for $1.99. Each mini-caplet contained 25 mg of Diphenhydramine HCI. There are a total of 24 caplets in the package. On the packaging it says that you can compare these to the product, Simply Sleep Nighttime Sleep Aid. These are a cheaper version of it. I've always had a problem with sleeping so I usually purchase over the cou...

These Garlic Supplements from Sundown are Odor-free and enteric-coated tablets. They promote healthy heart function and help maintain healthy cholesterol when cholesterol levels are already within the normal range.  I have taken these for the past year to help with problems with my heart.  I have had a virus attack my heart and damaged one side of the heart.  I am on prescription...

I have a lot of medical issues that require certain pain relievers. I have Boutonniere Deformity in both of my hands and I have had back surgery, and I have 3 bulging disc. I take 2 ibuprofen 200 mg tablets in between my prescription medications and it really is effective in relieving the pain. It has also been great at relieving headaches as well. I bought a 100 coated tablet bottle at Dollar ...

I take Vitamin C sometimes,  especially in the winter, or when I'm feeling run down, or like I might be coming down with a cold, on the theory that it can't hurt to take some Vitamin C, and it might help.I bought these because they are only 250 mg.  Most of the Vitamin C tablets I've seen in the stores come in 500 mg or even 1000 mg dosages.  I figured that with the 2...

As someone with asthma and year-round allergies, I'm always looking for something to help decrease my symptoms. I was first given Singulair in 2000, and I've taken it every day since then. At first it was only indicated for the prevention of asthma symptoms, but a few years ago I saw that it was being advertised for seasonal allergies as well. I noticed an immediate improvement in my sh...

On a recent trip to the ophthalmologist with my mom, he told us about the importance of Lutein supplements for sight. She suffers from macular degeneration, and glaucoma. He suggested that she take supplements with Lutein for improved vision. Scientists have recently found that blueberries, bilberries, spinach, kale, and carrots are all vital to good eyesight. (I guess our moms were right about...

The Alli weight loss medication in over the counter form, is the only over the counter weight loss drug approved by the FDA. I decided to try this medication and did not like the result.The package instructions for the Alli weight loss drug offers plenty of advice on what not to eat. The program allows the user a certain amount of daily fat depending upon the starting weight. The package insert...

I get aches and pains and headaches alot. Ibuprofen is one of my favorite medicines to take for relief. Assured is a brand that makes a generic ibuprofen, but yet is just as effective as any name brand on the market. For a minimal price I bought 50 coated, easy to swallow tablets, each a 200 mg dosage. Since I typically only take 2 at a time, I'll have this bottle for quite awile. Ibup...

I take a lot of supplements myself, and I feel that Vitamin C is one of the most important and effective vitamins anyone can take. I went out looking for a vitamin C supplement that my young grandkids would take without a battle. Most chewables were too big and thick, or had too high of a dosage for young children. I was really glad to have found this product.  The chewable vitamins a...

I love this stuff! It's a blend of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and nutrients that help to support a healthy metabolic function, boost your immune system and give you a burst of non-caffeinated energy. It's better than other Vitamin C supplements because it also has 32 mineral complexes and B Vitamins. Because this isn't medicine, I feel confident giving it to my kids and taking...

Superoxide dismutase (SOD) is a compond that promotes antioxidant activity in the body. I'm not a biochemist, but from what I understand, SOD is a necessary catalyst in antioxidant activity. If you don't have it, antioxidants don't work. SOD occurs naturally in the body. Okay, so why would you need to supplement what your body already has? Well, GliSODin (the dietary supplement form...

I purchased my Tylenol 8 Hour Pain Reliever caplets at CVS for $5.49.  There are (24) 650 mg caplets in each bottle. It is a new technology by Tylenol.  Each caplet is supposed to be extended release allowing the medicine to continue working for 8 hours.   I have tried countless different types of pain relievers over the years.  I seem to always come back to Tylenol because ...

With $5.86 in my pocket I can walk into Sam’s Club and purchase a gigantic 500 tablet bottle of Member’s Mark Vitamin C! Each tablet contains 1,000 mg of Vitamin C, which is made with rose hips and contains the good bioflavonoids and acerola that wholehealthmd tells me is good for me. I was quite thankful to have the added bioflavonoids in my Vitamin C recently when I injured my kne...

I purchased my Aleve Liquid Gels 220 mg at CVS for $5.49.  The container is a plastic bottle with a child proof lid containing 20 liquid gels.  Each liquid gel contains 220 mg of naproxen sodium for pain relief and fever reducer.  Per the directions on the bottle it is recommended that I take one liquid gel every eight to twelve hours not to exceed two liquid gels in a eight to t...

This spring, I decided it was time to do something about my allergies.  I was tired of trying allergy pill after allergy pill to only feel tired, wiped out, and drowsy and still affected by allergies.  I had the classic cases of allergies: runny nose, scratchy, itchy throat and eyes, sneezing.  I finally decided to go to my doctor and get a prescription strength allergy medicatio...

I'll get personal. I'm one of those girls that have been "cursed" by the rage "Aunt Flo" brings when she shows her ugly mug every month. You name it, I've got it. Pain, bloating, nausea. I needed something to CURB it! The hospital gave me 800 mg of ibuprofen pain reliever. My uterus LAUGHED at it. Tried Pamprin, a pain reliever made especially for menstrual issue...