Placebo® (pla·ce·bo) (plə-sē'bō)

Placebo® (pla·ce·bo) (plə-sē'bō)

Placebo® is a long lasting, non-drowsy medication for relief of most medical problems and ailments. The Placebo family of products, available without a prescription, offers a full range of convenient forms and formulas for your medical needs. Placebo® comes in a convenient, quick dissolving tablet that melts in your mouth, provide non-drowsy relief for up to 24 hours, and comes in a liquid formula, which is truly delightful. The instant it touches your tongue, you know relief is on its way. Popular flavors include citrus burst, strawberry, cherry, peppermint and spearmint.

Generic Name: Alle·vi·ate, E·ase, Re·li e·ve

Dosage: Twice-Daily Dose Tablet Pack, 3-Day Dose Liquid Pack, 1-Time Weekly Injection

What is Placebo®?

Placebo® is used to treat many different types of medical problems and ailments and has a therapeutic and healing effect for most people. When taken regularly, and when a patient has symptoms such as a headache, stomachache, whining, or is just not feeling well, the Placebo® treatment plan alleviates an individual’s complaints. Patients expect that the medication is going right to the source of the problem, which it does quickly and inadvertently. The Placebo® treatment plan occurs when a patient’s complaints are remedied, in conjunction with the suggestion from an authority figure, such as your health care provider or your mother, which aids in healing. Additionally, research has shown that a patient’s condition improves immensely upon taking a Placebo® regimen .

Patients often come pleading to the doctor, “Please give me something that will fix my symptoms." Placebo® as prescribed by your doctor, is an active treatment or formulation, which a patient may experience either a positive or negative clinical effect while taking the medication, that alleviates “that” problem or symptom. When Placebo® is administered, it may also incur the same side effects as generic drugs. Most of these effects are thought to be a psychological triggering of a physical response. Not all forms of Placebo® administration are equally effective, and some disease states are entirely resistant to the medication. Placebo® that involves ingestion, injection, or incision is often more powerful than the liquid form or tablet form of the medication. Placebo® administered by authority figures, such as a general practitioner and other trusted figures may also be more effective in some cases. Placebo® is most effective with patients that are “doctor shopping” or are looking for a health care provider that will truly alleviate their symptoms, while others in the medical profession are not willing to try (new procedures or medications). One can see this clearly in the reaction of children to the administration of care by their mothers. The band-aide does, in fact, make the pain go away, as it does with Placebo®. In children, it is most effective curing whining, headaches, my stomach hurts, and runny noses and sniffling.

Placebo may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Important Information About Placebo®:

Do not use Placebo if you have ever had an allergic reaction to similar drugs such as:

There are many other medicines that can interact with Placebo®. Tell your doctor about the prescription and over-the-counter medications you are presently using. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. If you take more than one medication, Placebo® may be used to supplement all those medicines into one treatment plan. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list with you with all the medicines you use and show this list to your health care provider.

Take this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your health care provider. Your symptoms may get better before the ailment is completely treated. Take Placebo® on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meals. You can also take Placebo® on a full stomach if you feel full and bloated. Don’t take Placebo® with antacids, as this may cause a serious side effects with spaghetti, lasagna, bratwurst, or your local fast food meal. It is not recommended you take Placebo® with a double cheeseburger with onions and or tomatoes. These combinations of fast food can make Placebo® less effective when taken at the same time.

Placebo® tablets or injection may be taken with or without food. Take the tablet immediately with food if the medicine upsets your stomach. If you are using Liquid Placebo® be sure you get the correct dose, measure the liquid with a tablespoon or glass, not with a regular pint glass of alcohol or your favorite ale. Although this may relieve some symptoms in laboratory animals, it is not recommended. Your symptoms may get better before the ailment is completely treated.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Placebo®?

Do not use Placebo® if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this medicine or similar drugs. Side Effects include: headache, fatigue, dry mouth, thirst, dry nose or hoarseness. These effects should lessen as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist immediately. Tell your doctor if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: Nervousness, rapid or pounding heartbeat, unusual weakness, stomach pain, dizziness, diarrhea, wheezing, increased physical activity. Be sure of the medication's effects before engaging in activities that require alertness such as driving or using machinery. A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Before taking Placebo, tell your doctor if you have:
Liver disease;
Kidney disease;
A heart rhythm disorder; or
A history of constant urination.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effects.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. It is recommended that you take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about Placebo®. The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your mother, doctor, nurse or pharmacist, and or healthcare provider.

Placebo® may or may not be covered by your insurance provider.

I’m addicted…

To Genmai-cha tea, also known as “popcorn tea”, though it’s made with brown rice. See why? I didn't know that rice popped!

Time for another cup of tea....

Already????

Jacaranda Tree

Can it be that time again already? How does it always sneak up on me? But they are beautiful. I wish I could see the residential area by Whittier College that has them on both sides of the street. I bet it is beautiful right now. :)

As Mrs. J. tells us, "Only 8 school days left! Let's make them joyful!"

Almost Summer Weekend....

Spring Soccer Champions!

What a great way to end the season--James was able to play only the last two games, but what games they were! This team has been together 2 years, and next year there will be some changes as the boys go off to high school. Fabulous coaching, good kids, good times. They will be missed.

Caoimhe, the Irish wolfhound

Summer barbecues, with friends and family--and their dogs! This is my new friend, Caoimhe, the Irish wolfhound--isn't she gorgeous? :)

Why Am I Forgotten?

I appear before the darkness. I cast fiery rays down upon you. Is there anyone down there watching me from far below?

I do not expect you to worship me. You do not have to know anything about me other than appreciate my faithfulness. As sure as I rise, you can see me, but do not question my awesome power.

I go by many names, Amaterasu, Odin, Tyr, Helios, Sunna, and Apollo. I have been worshiped by many cultures, the Iroquois, the Tsimshian of North America, the Egyptians, and the people of Mexico and Peru, but you do not revere me, why?

I warm your fields and make things grow. I kill in foolish error without regard, burning deserts and drying up water. I provide energy. I provide life. I am a compassionate thing, an observer, and a noble eye in the dark cosmos. I keep the Prince of Darkness away all day.

I am bigger than anything you can imagine. I have lived longer than any man. No one dares look at me with naked eyes and retain their sight. Do you dare look at me like that?

The ancients knew me, but you do not. I have a day named after me at the beginning of every week. What do you do on that day to reflect, to ponder, to give consideration to?

I did not write a holy book. I did not ask you to bow down before me. I did not ask for your adoration. Upon rising, I open the eyes of the rooster and tuck in the nocturnals when I awake. I will not rest and I am tireless.

I can plunge the world into darkness until I emerge to greet you again. I chase the Dark Angel away. The fire in my belly is a furnace hotter than the sparks in your campfire. I am mad and violent. I am soft and glowing as well. Why do you not recognize my gifts I give to you? Why am I forgotten?

The ancients reasoned that no one could ever claim ownership to me. No place is safe from me. Look at me now and again, but don’t forget, as you pace around my arms like an angry child every day, that I am here, ever-present in your life.

You are battered into your own religious struggles. You are blinded by an unholy light. You do not see the restless sea of flames of everlasting light I provide. You are blind to the awakening I give relentlessly. You are little children on a huge playground, constantly misbehaving. Why can’t you all get along?

I have holidays, I have festivals, and I remember the Great Orb of Day, the Great Fire of Day, and the Unconquerable Sun. You have four days a year to remember me. My mood changes around these special times, and I rise again on the great day of my rebirth. Winter will be receding soon, I promise.

Have you ever seen anything more wonderful in your life? The sun makes us see who we genuinely are. Imagine what would become of the Earth and everyone we care for if the Sun was not there tomorrow morning…

14

And so mature....

Happy Birthday, Son!
A perfect day for a party surrounded by family & friends, basketball & the Beatles....

We are very proud of you!

Hope you enjoyed your party as much as we did!

Spring is Here

Spring Backyard Pictures

Pool and Waterfall
Ellie?
Ellie, How did you get in there?
Are you looking for a snack?
Doesn’t your master feed you?

Obama/Wright Mutual Disadmiration Society is a Planned Ploy

I think this Obama/Wright Mutual Disadmiration Society is all a ploy planned and orchestrated by the Obama campaign. Just connect the dots. Obama said over a year ago that he thought he would have to eventually disavow Wright. But he couldn’t do it right after the Wright sermons hit the press. That would have given the appearance of blatant political expediency. But he had to get it out of the way soon so it wouldn’t be an issue later in the campaign. So they waited two months. The timing is perfect. Further, it’s really hard to believe Wright doesn’t want his faithful friend of 20 years elected, and that he came to this conclusion just two weeks ago. Sure! Finally, I can’t believe that Bill Moyer did not clear his interview with the Obama campaign. If they didn’t want it aired, it would not have been aired. Please, Senator Obama, tell us it’s not true.

Dad!