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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 8:15am On Jul 14, 2015

Nairalandi:
God bless you sir for ur good work so far! Please I take two different Immune booster at the same time,I hope its not bad and also I experience hair loose on the process of taking this supplements,is the hair loose normal?

What are the names of the supplements?

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 9:05pm On Jul 13, 2015

tenderlyme:
gud job sir pls i had dis headache slight but persistent when i bathe/ take panadol am relieved saw a doc told him hr prescribed Amoxil 500mg &Atmal plus pls how effective are dis for typhoid&malaria or can u sugest sometin else tnx.What causes regular typhoid i sleep in a net

Augmentin is more effective against typhoid more than amoxil. Atmal is okay for malaria. The symptoms of malaria and typhoid are almost alike. So you may be having one and think you have the other. The best is to do a lab test and confirm. Thanks.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 8:17pm On Jul 13, 2015

koxyz:
Please honour me with a reply

Please contact me on my whatsapp sir: 08108300838. Thanks.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 6:41pm On Jul 12, 2015

donpy:
@op nice work here...pls i nid ur endorsement on the saying that Trevo is the most complete dietary supplement available now.
With 174 natures best ingredients ranging fron herbs, exotic fruits,garden fruits,vegetables etc. trevo supports an endless list of most of the illness mentioned here
Just your endorsement on the first phrase.
Contact me on whatsapp or call on 09093200039 for enquiries and orders

Sure Trevor contains natures' best ingredients and it is a good natural supplement. A pharmacist friend do markets it too and I have seen people who take it with good results.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 6:37pm On Jul 12, 2015

kaybills:
Pls what's epsom salt and is it safe to take for the removal of gallstones?

Hello kaybills, I dont really have much experience with that. However, in some traditional or naturopathic medicien, it does find its applications but some of these applications need to be proven over and over again to ascertain claims.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 3:59am On Jul 10, 2015

PenAndPaper:

Yes.. Thank you so much.. She had used albendazole severally but it isn't working.. I guess we have to use another approach.. Thanks.

OK. Keep me posted on other approaches you wanna take.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 4:50pm On Jul 03, 2015

[b]Whey Protein
[/b]Whey is a product of cheese making -- it’s the watery part of milk that separates from the curds. Some people use whey as a source of protein or as a supplement for health conditions.

Why do people take whey protein?

Protein powders are popular with athletes, particularly those doing strength training. They provide a good source of nutrients and amino acids. Some people take whey protein because they are lactose intolerant or allergic to other protein sources, like eggs or soy.

Several studies have found that whey protein, when combined with strength training, might increase strength, muscle size, and lean body mass.

A few studies of whey protein as a treatment have been promising. It's been found to help prevent excessive weight loss in people with HIV.

Early evidence suggests that whey protein might also help prevent milk allergies in formula-fed infants. When compared to cow’s milk protein, whey may help prevent the development of atopic dermatitis or eczema in young children. More research is needed. Talk to your child's health care provider before giving your baby whey protein.

Whey protein has also been studied as a way to slow down metastatic cancer. More research needs to be done.

How much whey protein should you take?

Optimal doses of whey protein have not been established for any condition. Quality and active ingredients in supplements may vary widely from maker to maker. This makes it very hard to establish a standard dose.

Can you get whey protein naturally from foods?

Whey protein is found in milk in small amounts. In the process of turning milk into cheese, whey protein is removed.

What are the risks of taking whey protein?

Given the lack of evidence about its long-term safety, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take whey protein unless a doctor recommends it.

Side effects. Most people tolerate whey protein well. High doses can cause nausea, increased bowel movements, thirst, cramps, bloating, and headache.
Risks. People with milk allergy or sensitivity should not use whey protein. It could cause an allergic reaction. If you have kidney disease, check with a doctor before using any type of protein powder.
Interactions. If you take any medicines or supplements regularly, talk to your health care provider before you start using whey protein. It could interact with antibiotics and certain medicines such as Fosamax for osteoporosis or levodopa for Parkinson's disease.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 4:37pm On Jul 03, 2015

I read this article not long ago and found it useful. I decided to share it with the thread. I hope you find it useful too.
Do You Need Protein Powders?

If you go to a gym, you’ve probably heard the guys by the weight machines talking about the protein shakes they drink after a workout and what kind of shake they prefer. Protein powders -- made into a shake or consumed however you like -- are getting more and more popular as a nutritional supplement.

You can buy protein powders in every nutrition store and all over the Internet. You can even find pre-mixed, ready-to-drink protein shakes in many stores. But are protein powders just for bodybuilders, or can the average everyday athlete benefit from them as well?

What Are Protein Powders?

Protein powders come in various forms. The three common ones are whey, soy, and casein protein. “Whey is the most commonly used, because it’s a water-soluble milk protein,” says Peter Horvath, PhD, associate professor in the department of exercise and nutrition sciences at the State University of New York at Buffalo. “It’s also a complete protein, so it’s got all those advantages.” (Complete proteins contain all nine of the amino acids necessary for human dietary needs.) People who are vegan may prefer soy protein, although Horvath notes that its taste is sometimes considered to be more unpleasant, and it doesn’t dissolve as well in water.

Protein powders also come with widely varying price tags. “For the casual athlete who doesn’t have a specific need at a certain time of their training, the cost is not that important,” says Horvath. “So if you’re going to use them, you can get pretty much the same benefit out of the less expensive, more commercially available proteins.

In very specific circumstances, protein powders can be useful. “They’re an easy and convenient source of complete, high-quality protein,” says Carole Conn, PhD, associate professor of nutrition at the University of New Mexico. But remember: Most people, even athletes, can also get everything they offer by eating sources of lean protein like meat, fish, chicken, and dairy products.

So when might you want to use them? There are a few reasons why an ordinary athlete might want more protein in his or her diet, says Barbara Lewin, a dietitian and sports nutritionist who has worked with NFL, NBA, and NHL athletes and trained Ironman competitors:

When you’re growing. A teenager needs more protein to fuel his workouts because his body is still growing and uses more protein in general.
When you’re starting a program. If working out is new to you and you’re trying to build muscle, you’ll require more protein than you normally would.
When you’re amping up your workouts. If you normally work out for half an hour a few times a week, but now you’ve decide to train for a half-marathon, your body will need more protein.
When you’re recovering from an injury. Athletes with sports injuries frequently need more protein to help them heal.
If you’re going vegan. People who pursue a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle eliminate a number of common protein sources from their diet, including meat, chicken, and fish, and sometimes dairy and eggs as well.
What Are Protein Powders? continued...

“All of those are valid reasons for trying to get more protein into your diet, and protein powders are one way to do that,” says Lewin.

But there’s a big caveat, Lewin adds: it doesn’t take that much protein to achieve those goals. Most Americans already get about 15% of their daily calories in protein. To build a pound of muscle, Lewin explains, the body needs between 10 and 14 additional grams of protein per day.

“That’s not really that much. Some of these powders have 80 grams of protein per serving. You don’t need that. All your body is going to do is break it down for energy. And too much protein can be hard on your kidneys and your liver.”

Protein Math

So how can you tell if you’re already getting enough protein? Do the math.

Recreational athletes need 0.5-0.75 grams of protein daily for every per pound of body weight
Competitive athletes need 0.6-0.9 grams per pound
Teenage athletes need 0.8-0.9 grams per pound
Athletes building muscle mass need 0.7-0.9 grams per pound
The maximum amount of protein that most adults can use per day is 0.9 grams per pound of body weight.

So if you’re an adult athlete who wants to build muscle mass, and you weigh about 175 pounds, the most protein you would need per day is 157.5 grams. That sounds like a lot, but one 4-ounce hamburger contains 30 grams of protein, 6 ounces of tuna has 40 grams, and a single ounce of cheddar cheese has 7 grams.

How to Use Protein Powders

If you calculate your protein intake and determine that you’re notgetting enough for your athletic needs (some signs of too-low protein intake: you’re unusually fatigued, feel weak when lifting weights or doing other strenuous activity, or are recovering from injuries slowly) how can you best use protein powders to help you improve your performance?

First, ignore the conventional wisdom, which says to take protein powders immediately after a workout. “Before, during, and after a workout, carbs are what your body needs. They’re what your body uses for fuel, and what your muscles run on,” says Lewin. “Yes, protein is also important for recovery after a workout, but research shows that at that point, the body needs fuel with a 4-1 or 5-1 ratio of carbs to protein.” Since most protein powders have at least 20 grams of protein per scoop, you’d need about 80 grams of carbs to go with that scoop to get the proper proportion of nutrients!
How to Use Protein Powders continued...

For a better “recovery drink” after a workout, Lewin recommends a fruit smoothie with yogurt or milk, or, surprisingly, chocolate milk. “A glass of chocolate milk is one of the best things for recovery,” she says.

So when should you use protein powders, if you’ve determined you need them to get more protein in your diet? Throughout the day as a snack or meal replacement, says Lewin, but not in the immediate time period surrounding your workouts.

And don’t forget, says Conn: “Protein powders are not really necessary if you have access to a normal, healthy diet.”
SOURCES:
Peter Horvath, PhD, associate professor, department of exercise and nutrition sciences, State University of New York, Buffalo, N.Y.
Barbara Lewin, RD, LD, dietitian and sports nutritionist, Ft. Myers, Fla.
Carole Conn, PhD, RD, CSFD, associate professor of nutrition, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, N.M.
Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
International Journal of Sport Nutrition.
Journal of the American Dietetic Association.
CDC.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 7:52am On Jul 02, 2015

Kenchosen:
Pls I need your help on this suppliement C24/7 and Choleduz Omage3 (DHA) can it be use for weight-lost? and can it be use for the enlargement of prostrate gland? Can Choleduz Omega 3 be use for high blood pressure patients and pregnant women before and after delievery? thank you

C24/7 is a herbal supplement for detoxification which is one of the processes of weight loss pogram. However it wont help you achieve weight loss alone. Omega-3 helps reduce bad cholesterolin the body thereby reducing the risk of hypertension. If the manufacturer of Choleduz Omega-3 is credible, then it can be used by hypertensive people and pregnant women. Hope that answered your question?

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 8:51pm On Jun 30, 2015

Kudibaby:
pls answer me

please contact me on WhatsApp: 08138439861. So I can I get details. Thanks

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 12:41pm On Jun 30, 2015

koxyz:
please where could I get some foreign supplements. I would have elaborated but the anti-spasm boot had banned me on several occasions while trying to do this. What I need is any reputable store or pharmacy where I can them.

Check my response to tforever.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 12:31pm On Jun 30, 2015

tforever:
which company provides the best supplement in nigeria.

Any chain pharmacy and supermarket you see usually have good supplements. Like Medplus, Healthplus, Victory drugs, etc.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 7:27pm On Jun 29, 2015

Any body with infomation of Tb can share so we can all learn.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 10:48am On Jun 29, 2015

tpapi:
Pls wat other drugs can i take for adding weight, cyprigold didnt work for me

Adding weight involves a number of factors and not only about food, medications or supplements alone. People born to fat parents have more chances to be fat than those born to slim parents, thus genetic factor plays a role. Also motherhood confers some ability to add weight for some women. At the moment there is no specific drug or supplement for weight adding. The popular one called xasten that is supposedly to make people add weight has a lot of side effects.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 7:51pm On Jun 27, 2015

Kudibaby:
Hello pharm thanks fir the good work may God bless you.I have been having a 28days regular cycle,but scanty flow,it will flow normal for 2days but the remaining 3days it will be spotting,have been on vitex for almost 2months now what other supplements can I take,as I don't no if I ovulate or not.pls am having a cyst and am also ttc.thanks

I will like to ask some questions. Have you been to a doctor for this? If yes I will like to know what his explanations were. Also the lab tests you have done to ascertain all what you have said.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 7:24pm On Jun 27, 2015

noble03:
I took postinor after like 12 hours of unsafe sex.will it still be effective?am really paranoid bc I don't want to get pregnant now.

It will still be effective ma. The maximum duration after unprotected sex is 2.5 days.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 10:23am On Jun 26, 2015

asoj12:

Thnks for the reply.........bt hw do i contact u?

Whatsapp: 08108300838.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 7:44pm On Jun 25, 2015

Baaby:
Dear Pharma Heavenet, tks for ur good samaritan job on this thread. God will bless u richly.

Pls i have a question, my huby is having a serious chest pain and tenderness which will not allow him to lie down or get up on his own without help, he did chest x-ray and further sent for CT scan. The doc said he has trace of TB, he could not cough out anything for further test since he is not coughing, so they did skin test which d doc said he is positive as he confirm being exposed to tb person for over 7years ago. On our second opinion with another doc he said he is having severe nemonia (sorry for my spelling) and started giving him injections which he got some relieve, but my hubby's sis who is also a medical doc is insisting dat it is TB and he will be giving TB drugs. No other symptoms expect this chest pain.

Now he has started taking the TB drugs and chest pain became worst again. Pls sir am confuse as to what next to do. plsss help me
urs truly.

Whao! This is a case of patient being confused by their doctors. What I know is that T.B. is a very serious condition that sometimes may need admission and special kind of drugs. T.B. drugs have side effects which sometimes may be serious. My advise is that you visit a specialist in that area whom you will explain this history to; he would know what attempts have been made and they next actions to take. At this point dont do trial and error with medications.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 7:00pm On Jun 25, 2015

gates123:
Please what are your drug prescriptions for absolute cure of staphylococus areus... I also need garlic [s]supplements or drugs rather that i can be taking from to time just to keep fit...

Firstly, you may want to do a lab test that confirms that the organism is S. aureus. If it is S. aureus, you may want to go for injections. Also check your exposure to the infection. As regards supplement, take wellman(woman) plus. Hope that answered your question?

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 5:14pm On Jun 25, 2015

gommex:
Wat drugs can u recommend for poor erreeccttiioonn

First you my want to consider non-drug alternatives. Are you stressed? Are you taking any drugs? And what is your definition of poor ereccctttioon?

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 4:56pm On Jun 25, 2015

obasaga1:
Pls pharm, I need ur advise have been battling with different type of skin diesease such as ezema,fungal stuff like dat. I have used drugs like ketoconazole tablet and some other drugs I could nt remember. I have come to discover dat dis skin disease is inside my blood and whenever I used dis drugs n the cream it goes and later it comes back again. Dis thing has been happening since when I was 18 years. I need ur help on the drugs and cream I should used so that it won't come again.

Raw Shea butter or shea-butter based skin preparations are good in handling recurrent skin conditions. Also you may want to consider biotin which is a good skin supplement.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 4:52pm On Jun 25, 2015

asoj12:

Pham,with couple of research online n study on hormones,i realised my thin stature,weak memory,sexual weakness nd small manhood is an consequence of my over masturbation,though i'v stopped d act..........which means semen expulsion during the act has made me go so low on testosterone level.

Sorry have been busy doing some research and writing. Sure, masturbation often reduces a man's testosterone level. That is one of the consequences of the act. There are a few supplements for men that helps restore testosterone levels. They include L-arginine, Evergreen Man, Maca root and Saw palmetto among others. For more info you can contact me.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 11:53am On Jun 25, 2015

carinmom:

Thanx.

With reference to my response, there was a typo error. I intend saying I wouldn't recommend you take it... lipsrsealed

please take note]

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 7:34pm On Jun 24, 2015

carinmom:
I bought one herbal supplement but I'm scared of taking it because I'm breastfeeding. It has konjac Glucomannan, chromium accumulated yeast, chitosan and vit c as ingredients. Pls how safe is d supplement?

Seems you are trying to lose some weight. I am familiar with chromium, accumulated yeast and the vit c. All of which are safe for breastfeeding mothers but not farmiliar with glucomannan and chitosan. I would recommend that you take it since there are no sufficient scientific data to prove its safety in breastfeeding. Thanks. Hope that answered your question?

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 10:09am On Jun 24, 2015

asoj12:
Kudos pham!
Pls,is it in anyway good to boost one's testosterone level with medication(either herbal or orthodox).And if yes wat prescription wuld u recommend and likely side effect of taking it.
Moreover wat natural way culd testosterone culd be boosted. Thnks in anticipation

Thanks for the question, asoj12! Please if I may ask what do you what to boost your testosterone level for?

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 10:06am On Jun 24, 2015

adab86:
hi, I want to add more weight(fat) and a friend asked me to take xasten tablet. pls how good is the drugs, hope it does not av any side effect?

It has side effects dear. The big chin, fat arms tummy and legs that you will get is the side effects of the drug. Xasten contains dexamethasone, a steroid that causes sodium and water retention in the body. When there is the retention of fluids, the body appear big and 'fat'. However the heart starts suffering for the extra load its 'owner' is giving it. wink

. not scaring you though. I wouldnt advise you take it. No professional would ask you to take it for that purpose. Eat good food and worry less about being fat. Dont know if you have started giving birth. But the probability is there you will be fat when you start having kids cheesy

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 9:56am On Jun 24, 2015

cowleg:
What antifungal drug can be use to treat skin fungal opportunistic infection due to prolong usage of immunosuppresive drugs.

Diflucan tablet, 100mg daily for 6 weeks. That is a low dose spread over some time to cover the life cycle of the skin fungus. Terbinafine cream will be good for external treatment. E 45 cream is also good.

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Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 9:36am On Jun 24, 2015

Bankwo7:
Thanks@Pharm. I had the implant this January. I had thought u did recommend an oral dosage,I guess I will have to remove it soon,then. Which is the best FP method without this type of side effect ?

Hello Bankwo7, If the feelings are unbearable please go ahead and have it removed. Your doctor or nurse or whoever ishelping you remove it will be better positioned to advise you on the tablets you can take since you can see face to face.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 9:35am On Jun 24, 2015

Bankwo7:
Thanks@Pharm. I had the implant this January. I had thought u did recommend an oral dosage,I guess I will have to remove it soon,then. Which is the best FP method without this type of side effect ?

Hello Bankwo7, If the feelings are unbearable please go ahead and have it removed. Your doctor or nurse or whoever is helping you remove it will be better positioned to advise you on the tablets you can take since you can see face to face.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 9:20am On Jun 24, 2015

gommex:
Any health benefits of taking natural honey

Yes. scabies, skin fungal infections, cough (when mixed with lemon), helps fight infections, as a substitute for white sugar. check the site on my signature for details. Hope your question is answered?

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 5:13am On Jun 24, 2015

pharmamama:
I'm new to Nairaland and I love what you're doing with this thread heavenet. Kudos

Thanks pharmamama, your words are so nice to my ears. welcome to nairaland.

Health / Re: Ask Me Anything On Drugs And Supplements by heavenet(m): 5:08am On Jun 24, 2015

orekelewa09:
Which is the best between m2 tone and ovacare

Hi Orekelewa, While Ovacare is chemical based, M2-tone is herbal. However, they share some similarity in functions. In choosing one over the other you may want to consider your doctors' or pharmacists' recommendation among others. Please check the site on my signature for other things to consider. Thanks. I hope that answered your question?

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