How Many Pills Do You Take A Day?

oldman

oldman

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I take more than I ever thought I would. I take five per day. One for my prostate, one for cholesterol, and three vitamin supplements. Three in the morning and two in the evening. I was told by my Hematologist that the three vitamins that I take each day cannot be taken together because the B-Complex vitamin should not be taken with other vitamins, so I take my cholesterol pill and my B-Complex in the evening and the prostate, B-2 and Fish Oil are taken in the morning.
 

I was taking one low-dose aspirin prior to going to bed every night until I ran out & haven't replaced them yet.

Which reminds me, since I'm going shopping later this morning....

Take a CoQ-10 once in awhile, too.
 

Up until last year, I took one-81mgs. of aspirin on a daily basis until I started to get bruising on my skin and also, if I cut myself, I would bleed like a stuck pig.
 
I detest medication and try to avoid it as much as possible. I do have to take a statin at night for a very high familial cholesterol level.
 
I take around 6 vitamin supplements a day voluntarily. I used to take much more than that, been using vitamins for decades now. I'm on no prescription medications for anything so far, and would like to keep it that way.

I almost always take a multi vitamin/mineral, vitamin D3, Lutein (eyes), magnesium citrate, fish oil and chromium picolinate ( insulin function). I have different supplements in my medicine cabinet, so some days I take others.
 
I didn't take a thing on a daily basis before I met my wife! Now, 15 years later.......

I take 8 pills in the AM: when I first get up, a prescription 20mg tablet for stomach acid, later (at breakfast) a prescription 500mg Metformin and 5mg Glipizide (both for Diabetic II), an OTC 1000mg Fish Oil, an OTC 500mg Glucosamine Sulfate, an OTC Ultra Mega Gold vitamin, a prescription 25mg Blood Pressure pill and a prescription 2 1/2 mg Allergy pill.

At lunch, 3: A 500mg Metformin, the OTC 1000mg Fish Oil and the OTC 500mg Glucosamine Sulfate.

At night: one 500mg Metformin (unless I have a beer or margarita.......this med doesn't get along with alcohol at night (found out the hard way).

Once per week: prescribed 20mg Cholesterol tablet

My wife takes Metformin as well, plus a few other pills, but the Metformin is the only prescription one.

According to both of our PCP's, these pills are keeping our health in good order. We both get labs done every 6 months.

Two things that don't bother me.......taking meds (prescription or OTC) or seeing my PCP.
 
I can't remember the last time I took any kind of pill. Don't seem to need them.

I don't have any kind of medication on hand; aspirin etc.

In lieu of daily aspirin (for blood thinning) I have a vodka cocktail in the evening.

It does the same job but more enjoyable.
 
In lieu of daily aspirin (for blood thinning) I have a vodka cocktail in the evening.

I dont like vodka so can get that in a pill,I can chase it down with orange juice to make it a screwdriver.:cool:
 
Does the OTC 500mg Glucosamine Sulfate really help with joint pain?
 
oldman said:
Does the OTC 500mg Glucosamine Sulfate really help with joint pain?
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I think it helps build cartilage and therefore is a good help and preventative for joint pain. I used to take it daily, still take it now and then, but better results when taking it everyday. I also really like MSM for any inflammation which may be causing pain, when we have back/knee pain, we take it daily while we need it.

Millions of people deal with the frustration of aches and pains on a daily basis, which makes the search for joint pain relief one of the most common. Research is constantly being conducted to find the most effective method of pain relief and new studies have indicated that the best medicine may be as close as your local natural health food or store.

If you are not familiar with Methyl Sulfonyl Methane, or MSM, you probably should be; especially if you are a chronic joint pain sufferer. Recent studies done on effective methods of joint pain relief have listed MSM as one of the most successful. MSM is a naturally occurring nutrient that provides sulfur, and is found in small amounts in many common foods. MSM has been proven effective in the relief of joint pain because it provides sulfur. Sulfur is one of the essential building blocks for joints, cartilage, skin, hair and nails. MSM can be synthesized to form a dietary supplement, and when it is compounded correctly, it is almost identical to the naturally occurring form, and provides the same benefits. Though MSM has been clinically proven as an effective, natural method for joint pain relief, it’s not the only over the counter supplement available.

Glucosamine and chondroitin are currently the two most commonly purchased and recommended supplements that are effective in both the strengthening of joints, and joint pain relief. Both glucosamine and chondroitin are naturally compounded by the body and are natural components of joint cartilage.

Glucosamine helps with the formation of new cartilage, while chondroitin helps with slowing the deterioration of cartilage. Chondroitin and glucosamine can be taken alone, or in combination with MSM as a natural way to restore and promote joint health. When these supplements are taken regularly, many people say they can feel relief from their joint pain right away, but on average, a real difference is noticeable in about three to four weeks.

There are many causes of joint pain, but it is almost always accompanied by swelling, limited mobility and stiffness. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin are often suggested for joint pain relief since they help in the reduction of swelling which in turn increases mobility and reduces stiffness.

Though these medications are effective, taken in large amounts or for long periods of time can cause stomach problems and can interfere with some prescription medications. Some studies have shown that glucosamine may be as effective in joint pain relief as these nonsteroidal medications, but have fewer side effects.

In many cases, taking supplements or medications to reduce joint pain isn’t enough by itself. Most doctors will recommend complimenting these treatments for joint pain relief with massage, heat, stretching, rest, and sometimes exercises. These additional treatments will vary depending on the type of joint pain and its cause. For example, if the cause of your joint pain is due to an injury, it’s likely that stretching and exercise will be recommended to avoid losing flexibility and mobility in the joint.

The treatment chosen depends of course on each individual case, ranging from simple rest and analgesics to physical therapy and joint replacement. Surgery is only recommended in the case of joints that cannot be recuperated, causing the patient to suffer from intense pain.

1/3 of Americans are reported to suffer from some type of joint pain at one point in their life. Luckily, there are safe, reliable, and effective methods for joint pain relief, like MSM, glucosamine, and chondroitin that help with not only the pain, but joint restoration and prevention of further deterioration.

Keep in mind that medication isn’t the only way to alleviate your joint pain. Gentle massage, heat, stretching, and light exercise can also help in combination with the natural supplements. However, prevention is ultimately the best overall solution and remedy for joint pain relief; so start taking natural joint health supplements today, before the pain takes over.
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I take two blood pressure scripts one cholesterol script, Prozac and Nexium scripts and otc B-12, D-3, Acai and Zyrtec. Those posted make me feel weak and stupid. I have seen the posts that Doctors are Drug dealers and I truly believe that for most of them. You go to the doctor that is what they do, give you a pill. But then again I have three stints so otherwise I might not be alive.
 
rickary said:
I take two blood pressure scripts one cholesterol script, Prozac and Nexium scripts and otc B-12, D-3, Acai and Zyrtec. Those posted make me feel weak and stupid. I have seen the posts that Doctors are Drug dealers and I truly believe that for most of them. You go to the doctor that is what they do, give you a pill. But then again I have three stints so otherwise I might not be alive.
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I agree Rickary that doctors are very much needed for many things, including necessary medications, surgeries, etc. What turns me off these days are all the commercials on TV for various prescription meds, new names daily it seems, and the side effect list is worse than the symptoms of the condition. I get suspicious that they have to push these things to average people watching TV in their homes, prompting them to ask their doctor for the latest cure-all.
 
I take, 1 for underactive thyroid, 1 for blood pressure and 1 vitamin B plus a couple of Evening Primrose oil capsules
 
Right now, I don't take anything regularly. Got the weight down, got the BP down, don't have any conditions that warrant prescription meds.
 
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