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Tylenol Recall of Arthritis Caplets

January 19th, 2010 Posted in Medicine | 8 Comments »

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Excerpt: Johnson & Johnson has just expanded the recall on Tylenol arthritis caplets. Last month they recalled five lots of the arthritis caplets with the Red EZ-Open Cap, but now Tylenol says all lots of the Tylenol Arthritis Pain caplets are included. According to the Huffington Post and Trading Markets, “The recall was due to a moldy odor that can cause nausea and stomach pain caused by trace amounts of the chemical 2, 4, 6-tribromoanisole.” Other side effects include vomiting and diarrhea, but they’ve been labeled as “temporary and non-serious.” If you have been affected you should stop taking the…

Connetion Between Sleep and Blood Pressure

January 18th, 2010 Posted in Hypertension | No Comments »

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Excerpt: The Sleep-Blood Pressure Connection. Sleep is more important than most people would assume. It somehow rejuvenates the body, relaxes various internal systems, and helps the brain from going into a gradual state of self-destruction. A lack of sleep can bring side effects that range from the annoying and mundane, such as feeling a little light-headed, or the very risky, like a loss of alertness while driving. Mental health and physical well-being alike are both subject to some serious damage if someone regularly lacks sleep, with the effects often being readily apparent. However, some recent findings indicate that women may be…

Arthritis Medication

January 17th, 2010 Posted in Medicine | No Comments »

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Excerpt: Arthritis Medication. Some are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) – some are OTCs / some require a prescription, acetaminophen and various topical medications, covered in the very next section. Users need to be aware of possible risk from long term use or product abuse, though, and consult their medical advisors before and during use. The most common OTC NSAIDs are ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin. However, the misuse of some of these can cause blockage of an enzyme in the body that aids in the protection of the stomach lining and other areas. Misuse can lead to stomach ulcers and bleeding,…

All About Alli – Can It Help You Lose Weight?

January 15th, 2010 Posted in Medicine | 10 Comments »

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Excerpt: Can alli really help you lose weight? One can safely say yes; however, the more truthful way to put it would be, “yes, but the alli story has another side to it.” Orlistat, also known as Xenical, is what is commonly known as alli. If you want to enquire about it at a medical store, pronounce it as “ally,” not “alley.” Alli functions by blocking fat. It prevents the absorption of fat within the body. It is one of the freely available, FDA-approved weight loss pills available in the market. Don’t be under the misconception that you can eat a high-fat diet…

Zicam Nasal Spray Lawsuit

January 14th, 2010 Posted in Medicine | 8 Comments »

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Excerpt: Zicam Nasal Spray Lawsuit. Have you or a loved one experienced continuing or even permanent loss of the ability to smell after using Zicam? On June 16, 2009, the FDA declared the use of three zicam products to be unsafe for buyers. These products were Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel, Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, and Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs Kids Size.The zinc used in Zicam is thought to cause anosmia, the loss of sense of smell, when used intranasally. People reported anosmia after both multiple uses and after only one use of a Zicam nasal product. The FDA had…

The Controversy Of Zicam Causing Loss Of Smell

January 14th, 2010 Posted in Medicine | 7 Comments »

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Excerpt: Zicam was to be the wonder drug of the century. When it was developed, it was believed that Zicam could reduce the length of the common cold. Zicam was made as an inhalant, a gel, and even came in children’s strength. It was an instant success. The sales of Zicam skyrocketed as the news of this incredible drug got out. Making a huge profit of over thirteen million dollars in one quarter. Zicam’s active ingredients are zinc gluconate. When administered through inhalation, research indicated that the length of the common cold was reduced by as much as one third. This…

Home Remedies For Removing BlackHeads

January 14th, 2010 Posted in Alternative Medicine | No Comments »

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Excerpt: Home Remedies. Blackheads are dark formations on the skin when natural oils and impurities clog the pores of the skin. When the clogged pores are exposed to air, it turns black, hence forming blackheads. Blackheads makes its presence felt not only on your face, but also on the back, chest and other parts of the body that are rich in sebaceous glands. Blackheads are very common, yet many of us do not know how to deal with them. Tampering and brute forcing of blackheads should be avoided. They are best controlled or even prevented by regular care of the skin….

Natural Remedies for Acid Reflux and Heartburn

January 13th, 2010 Posted in Alternative Medicine | No Comments »

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Excerpt: Natural Remedies for Acid Reflux and Heartburn. Here is a list of natural remedies that you can use when you have acid reflux or heartburn. No need to use antacids, which have unwanted side effects and contain aluminum, which has been associated with senility and Alzheimer’s disease. Anise, peppermint, and lavender Here’s a tea that you can make to help you with acid reflux or heartburn. It will help you reduce the amount of acid you have in your stomach. Mix together equal amounts of aniseed, peppermint and lavender. Make an infusion of this tea: * …

4 Natural Home Remedies to Ease the Pain of Sunburn

January 12th, 2010 Posted in Alternative Medicine | No Comments »

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Excerpt: Natural Home Remedies to Ease the Pain of Sunburn. At some time or another, we’ve all experienced the effects of sunburn – be it a light burn or a more heavy burn. Although the sting of regret of inadequate protection (from UV exposure) can be an excellent incentive to plan more carefully on ‘future’ occasions, it’s of little help in soothing the immediate physical sting (i.e. pain) accompanying sunburn. However if you ‘have’ found yourself having spent a little too much time in the sun, — here are 4 natural home remedies to help ease the pain of sunburn, and assist in…

The Definition of Alternative Medicine

January 11th, 2010 Posted in Alternative Medicine | No Comments »

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Excerpt: Alternative Medicine Definition. Have you ever suffered from a horrible headache when you thought the best remedy might be for someone to bash you over the head, or to pull your hair out? Then you might have some experience with alternative medicine! In all seriousness, alternative medicine is not about hurting yourself, but involves investigating other potential methods to treat an ailment besides synthetic drugs. A good purpose for alternative medicine is to avoid developing a dependence on drugs of any type, which can supersede any medicinal or curing effects they might have. Searching for different ways of…

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