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Natural alternatives to mass meds.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
Natural Alternatives to Mass Meds
Each month, Amber D. Ackerson, ND, informs you about complementary and
alternative choices to mass-produced over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.
CONDITION OTC DRUG
Dry cough Dextromethorphan: Robitussin
due to cold Pediatric Cough, Vicks Formula 44
or flu Pediatric Formula
Wet cough Guaifenesin: Robitussin, Scottussin
due to cold Expectorant, Guiatuss
or flu
Common Theraflu, Ibuprofen, Tylenol
cold and
influenza
(flu)
Insomnia Benadryl, Compoz, Sleep-Eze 3,
Nytol, Doxysom, Unisom, Ultra Sleep
CONDITION ALTERNATIVE
Dry cough Gaia's Children Cough Syrup for Dry Cough, Gaia's
due to cold Children Warming Vaporous Chest Rub, Ivy Calm
or flu (Enzymatic Therapy)
Wet cough Gaia's Children Cough Syrup for Wet Cough
due to cold
or flu
Common Vitamin C (ascorbic acid): Adults 1,000 mg 3-4 times ...
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