Question 1

what is the best over-the-counter antiemetic?

Accepted Answer

Several good ones: But best depends on cause of emesis: viral/bacterial gastroenteritis/food poisoning: emetrol, pepto-bismol, kaopectate; dizziness/seasickness: dramamine, (dimenhydrinate) bonine. Precautions: emetrol used with caution in diabetics; pepto causes black tongue/mouth/stools; dramamine/bonine can cause drowsiness & may exacerbate glaucoma. If in doubt, ask your fp/pediatrician.

Question 2

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 3

what is the best over-the-counter wrinkle medicine?

Accepted Answer

Here's a list: 1.  Sunscreen for prevention
2.  Retinol for treatment.
3.  Everything else is by prescription, like retin-a, or botox.

Question 4

what is the best over-the-counter medicine for ezcema?

Accepted Answer

OTC creams, etc...: To treat mild or moderate eczema, Hydrocortisone 1% cream (use a thin coat on the rash, twice a day, for 5-10 days) is cheap, found at most stores and works well. A daily moisturizing cream (cetaphil, cerave, eucerin, etc.) used 2-4 times a day helps to heal eczema & to prevent return of the rash. One can avoid creams with lanolin, aloe, or fragrances if sensitive to the ingredients. Avoid soaps.

Question 5

what is the best over-the-counter medications for bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

Mucinex (guaifenesin) DM: Mucinex (guaifenesin) dm has Guaifenesin that breaks up mucous and dextromethorphan that helps stop the cough.  Drink plenty of fluids and change your toothbrush.

Question 6

what is the best over-the-counter medication to treat excema?

Accepted Answer

Crisco shortening: Use it over dry skin patches and cover it with wet then dry gauze overnight, you can also use vaseline, they beat most fancy shmancy creams..

Question 7

what is the best over-the-counter medicine to take for stress?

Accepted Answer

Not a mediCAtion: Meditation does not require a prescription, and you can do it every day without problematic side effects.  There are many different forms, but the simplest way i've found is mindfulness-based stress reduction.  You can do it anywhere you're breathing or doing any activity at all.  For info: www.Umassmed.Edu/cfm/home/index.Aspx   they list programs beyond ma.  Also:  www.Mindfullivingprograms.Com.

Question 8

i'm a paraplegic who must do a bowl program daily.  what is the best over-the-counter meds to help me stay regular?

Accepted Answer

Senna/Colace: Senna and colace (docusate sodium) are a good.  Senna is a natural stimulant and colace (docusate sodium) is a stool softner.  These should be taken daily to keep movements regular.  They may have to be regulated if the consistency is not ideal.  Otc suppositories are also important to initiate the bm and should be used about 30min before toileting.  I hope you learned all of this in rehab.  You should see a physiatrist.

Question 9

which is the best over-the-counter drug for neuropathicpain?

Accepted Answer

None: There really are no otc medications for neuropathic pain.

Question 10

what is the best over-the-counter anti inflammatory?

Accepted Answer

Nsaids: There is really no best over the counter nsaid.
Ibuprofen comes in many varieties such as motrin, advil, nuprin
etc while Aleve (naproxen) is the otc variety of naprosyn. 
Aleve (naproxen) probably works a little faster but is more likely to irritate
your stomach.
There are prescription nsaids which are less likely to bother your
stomach.

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