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Is allergy medicine effective for colds with the same symptoms?
0Question : Is allergy medicine effective for colds with the same symptoms?
I got a cold, and we have no actual cold medicine. We have allergy medicine (Reactine), which is made to treat the symptoms I currently have. If the symptoms are the same, are the treatments interchangeable? Or would it be completely ineffective since the cause of a cold is completely different from the cause of an allergic reaction?
Additionally, we have cough medicine (Buckley’s), which treats all the cold symptoms I don’t currently have. (coughing, sore throat – don’t have those. I’ve got sneezing, eyes watering, a stuffed nose, and headaches.) Would there be any merit in taking that?
allergy medicine
Best answer:
Answer by pharmexp82
A cold is basically an allergy to the virus causing the cold.
If caught early zinc lozenses are good
If not caught early here is what to do
STopped up nose take an decongestant like pseudofed
running nose take an antihistamine like Zyrtec or a cheaper antihistamine like chlorpheniramime
cough take delsym or mucinex
I like non combination products because it seems that the symptoms change every few days and there are some mild side effects of these meds. I am not sure what is in reactine, but if it is made for the symptoms you have it should work. Also, drugs are not miracles…they just help the symptoms. Don’t expect for them to totally make the sympoms go away.
hope this helps
Where are the best orthodontics in Chandler and is Couser Orthodontics any good?
11 year ago
Question : Where are the best orthodontics in Chandler and is Couser Orthodontics any good?
I have been to Couser Orthodontics and the guy seems cool, great price, any opinions?
orthodontics
Best answer:
Answer by Kurly
Robert D. Walker Orthodontics
3200 N. Dobson Rd
Bldg A.
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 838-3535
i got my treatment there and i was very pleased. the people there are very professional, and nice.
How do you handle joint pain from lyme disease?
41 year ago
by admin
in Health Conditions
Question : How do you handle joint pain from lyme disease?
I’ve recently been diagnosed with lyme disease, and it’s been pretty brutal. I’ve been given antibiotics to handle the infection itself, but my insurance won’t cover medication to deal with the arthritis that’s developed as a symptom. It hurts too much to walk, sit up straight, move my left arm or even turn my neck. Does anyone here have suggestions for dealing with nasty joint pain like this? I’m only 18 and start school soon.
joint pain
Best answer:
Answer by sharon_good_home
I am new to this Lyme stuff too but I bought a book that says to take buffered vitamin c powder, which you mix one tsp full in a glass of water and drink. I have done that twice a day for two weeks and I have had some relief. I am not sure how my doctor feels about it but I will see him tomorrow and I will update!
Good Luck!
Could any one share their experiences with Prostate cancer treatment with HIFU technology??Ur help appreciated?
01 year ago
by admin
in Health Conditions
Question : Could any one share their experiences with Prostate cancer treatment with HIFU technology??Ur help appreciated?
My dad has to be treated in 2 months.We are yet to decide the method.Indian doctor is not encouraging my dad to go for this technology.His gleason level is 2+2 and PSA is 32 where as volume is 45*35*36.Density is 31ml.Please help us knowing whether HIFU can help my dad.Your immediate response is highly appreciated.
prostate cancer treatment
Best answer:
Answer by Denisedds
This is not a standard treatment in the United States. It is still in clinical trials.
What is the general price range for laser hair removal (for men) for the whole body (legs, arms, chest, back)?
1Question : What is the general price range for laser hair removal (for men) for the whole body (legs, arms, chest, back)?
I have been looking at several sites for a while but they are never specific about a price..am I looking at something like 6-8 sessions of a couple hundred dollars each..i.e. a final total of over 2K? Or is it more affordable, on the order of a couple hundred for the whole procedure?
hair removal for men
Best answer:
Answer by Calvert
Your location will impact the price. The treatments are more expensive in certain parts of the country. Your best bet would be to call around, but be careful of shopping based on cost alone. Some clinics will also offer financing options that may help.
Can a sleep mask offer any kind of relief for my eye allergies?
2Question : Can a sleep mask offer any kind of relief for my eye allergies?
I have lots of allergies, especially in my eyes. Am mainly allergic to dust and dust mite. Will a sleep mask offer any kind of relief for these kinds of allergies. If so, what kind of material should i get the sleep mask and where can i buy one?
Thank YOU in advance.
am already taking otc eye drops, i just want to really know if a sleep mask can help in any way at all.
eye allergies
Best answer:
Answer by JENNA 
It may help your eyes some. I sleep with one alot and it helps me sleep better. Walmart has some in the health and beauty area. I would recommend one made out of cotton.
Sweet dreams!
what is the best composite for bonding teeth?
11 year ago
Question : what is the best composite for bonding teeth?
I am considering having my teeth bonded . Are there different materials to do the procedure? If so, which is the best , more durable one?
How long does bonding last? Many thanks to all
teeth bonding
Best answer:
Answer by surferchick
I think porcelain is supposed to be the strongest and most durable
how to figure how much a tractor w/ loader and backhoe weights for shipping without scale?
11 year ago
Question : how to figure how much a tractor w/ loader and backhoe weights for shipping without scale?
shipping scale
Best answer:
Answer by Julie
do a search on the tractor/loader by model number online.. you might be able to find out an approximate weight from specs.
anyone ever been inpatient for an eating disorder?
11 year ago
by admin
in Nutrition & Dieting
Question : anyone ever been inpatient for an eating disorder?
I was just curious if anyone had ever been inpatient for an eating disorder. IF so, what was it like? Did it help? I’ve been suffering for a long time, and they want me going to inpatient. Thanks.
eating disorder inpatient
Best answer:
Answer by madi
hi, i personally have not been an inpatient, but I was a student nurse on a placement in a clinic with inpatients with anorexia nervosa.
If you are WILLING to help yourself, you will find the programs to be helpful. YOU have to make an effort, no one else can do it for you! Noone can force you to eat….you have to overcome your fear and do it…..the staff are there to help you…but you have to be open to the experience, listen to the counsellors, and talk to the other inpatients…they are all there to help! if you are NOT willing to help yourself, then I found that those inpatients were the ones that suffered, and frankly…it was a waste of their time, and a waste of the resources in the clinic!
IF YOU WANT TO GET THROUGH THIS…..you and only you can do it………and being an inpatient can certainily help with this!
Goodluck….
