Question 1

is it ok to continue taking metformin even if i don't have polycystic ovaries anymore? is it true it counters the effect of otc pills (weight gain)

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Yes: If you have Insulin resistance or even diabetes metformin is fine to take.  Some people have lost weight on metformin, perhaps due to GI side effects.  I haven't heard that it can interfere with diet pills but those can be dangerous on their own.

Question 2

is k cl available over the counter?

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Yes: It is the main ingredient in salt substitutes but is found in other products on the pharmaceutical shelf including pills with kcl as the only ingredient.

Question 3

is lorien available over the counter?

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Fluoxetine: Not in the U.S. Or in europe. I am not sure about south africa, but would think most likely not.

Question 4

is pevaryl available over the counter?

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Pevaryl: (pevaryl) Econazole nitrate is a prescription medication.

Question 5

what are some appetite suppressants? are they available over the counter?

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See below: there are lots of over-the-counter weight loss remedies. Most of them are not very good. The best way to lose weight is first contact your physician and have an examination and describe to him or her, your concerns with weight gain. Finding why you have gained weight is just as important as how you lose it. For some insight. You can go to www.weigh station.net and read our newsletters.

Question 6

is dantrolene is available over the counter?

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NO: It is available only from a doctor's recommendation.

Question 7

was sucralfate ever available over-the-counter?

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Sucralfate: Not to my knowledge.  I remember when it was first released as fda approved.  It has always been available only by prescription.

Question 8

are dramamine (dimenhydrinate) patches available over the counter?

Accepted Answer

No: The anti-motion sickness patches are called scopolamine patches and are only available as prescriptions.

Question 9

what are the best allergy drugs that are available over the counter?

Accepted Answer

3 major ones: Non-sedating are loratidine (claritin), fexofendadine (allegra) and cetirizine (zyrtec).  Diphenhydramine is very effective as well but is sedating.

Question 10

is there any kind of weight gain formula available over-the-counter ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Although, not specifically designed for the purpose of weight gain, high calorie protein rich formulations, such as boost, ensure, carnation, are usually indicated for people experiencing weight loss.

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