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Bactrim DS
User Ratings:
7.2
Effectiveness
4.1
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Bactrim DS in the pill form has worked best for me. However, the cream is usually sufficient, it just takes longer than the pill to clear up.
Motrin
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I take Motrin whenever I have a headache because it is the quickest and most efficient pill I have yet taken.
Amoxicillin
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Effectiveness
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I found amoxicillin to be outstanding & quick in clearing up the gum infection that I had.
Guanabenz
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Effectiveness
5.3
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My doctor eventually took me off this medication and prescribed me clopidogrel after I complained of headaches.
Dexedrine
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7.8
Effectiveness
6.2
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Dexedrine can act as an appetite suppressant. Although some may take advantage of this characteristic, I find that if I don't keep protein and small meals going and drink a lot of water I become edgy and nervy. Even if you don't feel hungry it is better to have a little something healthy (not sugary as this spikes and drops energy levels). Some people feel "high" from not eating so take care not to fall into this bad habit. I also find that if I am feeling distraught over somet... View full comment
Micardis
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Effectiveness
6.4
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Micardis is very effective in lowering high blood pressure. Since I have been on the medication for approximately 1 month, it is difficult to say for sure if the side effects being experienced will disappear.
Hyoscyamine
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Gives relif from stomach problems caused by gas, constipation and indigestion.
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