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Valtrex
User Ratings:
7.7
Effectiveness
2.7
Side Effects
5.7
Holistic Benefits
I have been pleased with the results - Dr. prescribed Valtrex to "shorten" any outbreaks, but so far, have not had any outbreaks. I had been taking 1 gm pill for about two months, then lessened the dosage to .5 gm.
Ibuprofen
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6.7
Effectiveness
1.8
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5.9
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I always had very bad period pain and ibuprofen was the only thing that really worked!
Aspirin
User Ratings:
6.3
Effectiveness
2
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5.3
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I took this drug to treat the shin splints I had from football. I took aspirin while applying and ice pack to my shins. It was effective and the combination eliminated the pain after a one-week period.
Ibuprofen
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6.7
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5.9
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This is the only drug that has taken the swelling out of my knee because of surgery. It also helps with the pain.
Potassium
User Ratings:
8
Effectiveness
1.4
Side Effects
7
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I have been takign potassium for over coupel of years now. I had four strokes, a hip replacement, a mechanical valve inserted, and 3-4 degree breast cancer.
Ortho Tri-Cyclen
User Ratings:
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Effectiveness
5.6
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5.8
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The main thing about any birth control pill or any medication is that everyone reacts differently because everyone has different body chemistry.
Ibuprofen
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One time i took Ibuprofen when i had a headache and it relieved my pain.
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