Keeping yourself healthy during the holidays

Christmas is a time for merrymaking and good cheers but the subsequent parties you attend along with the cool weather may trigger seasonal ailments such as fever, common colds, cough, flu or trangkaso, and even stomach problems. It pays to take early precaution and be equipped with the right medication so you can have a merry Christmas and start the new year in the pink of health.

Before you leave your home for any holiday happening, make sure you have these trusted and quality over-the-counter (OTC) meds that can help you get through the wave of celebrations with ease and comfort:

Now is not the time to miss out on your daily dose of vitamins
Vitamins can protect your immune system and ensure you have all the energy you need for those last-minute shopping and numerous parties. With vitamins B and C, your daily dose of Enervon will have you covered. Remember, more energy and immunity, mas happy!

Runny nose, sneezing or clogged nose can put a damper on your activities
Whether your symptoms are from the common cold, allergic rhinitis or sinusitis, you may take Neozep. It clears obstructed air passages and helps you breathe easier. It protects you from airborne allergens that trigger allergies and cause sneezing. Neozep is available in oral drops for babies, syrup for young kids, and caplet (including non-drowsy variant) for adults.

Look after your throat, too
Aside from runny or stuffy nose, sore throat and cough usually accompany symptoms of common colds. Sticky phlegm can also be a problem. If not immediately taken care of, this might lead to more serious respiratory tract disorders such as bronchitis. Doctors advise taking Solmux. Its carbocisteine content makes phlegm less sticky and easier to expel. That’s a whole lot of relief for the entire family as you won’t be coughing like a noisy dog anymore.

Battle fever and headache
Biogesic can do the trick in easing fever and headache. It also eases minor aches and pains such as backache, minor arthritis pain, and muscle aches. Biogesic can be taken on an empty stomach, so you may take it anytime a headache or fever strikes. Make sure to hydrate also and don’t forget to rest amidst the Christmas rush.

Shoo, flu
If you’ve got more than one or a combination of symptoms—fever with cough, colds or body pains, then that’s flu already. In short, “’pag two, flu.” So, better take Bioflu for fast relief. You do not have to take a cocktail of different tablets as all-in-one Bioflu is enough.

The cool amihan weather and holiday stress or fatigue are not the only causes of holiday-related diseases. Lifestyle and eating habits can also cause problems. Christmas parties and reunions mean a lot of drinking, eating, and bingeing. Too much food and beverage consumption can take its toll on stomachs and digestion. No wonder, diarrhea and dyspepsia (indigestion) is common during the holidays.

Do not let stomach-related ailments keep you from enjoying the family feast or barkada buffet
There are OTC meds that you can take such as Diatabs capsule to control loose bowel movement (LBM) or Kremil-S chewable table for hyperacidity associated with dyspepsia, ulcer or gastritis. Of course, remember to eat and drink in moderation and do not overindulge.

Do not fret over this festive season because relief is at hand with Unilab’s OTC medicines that have passed the safety and quality standards of regulatory agencies. You can be sure that it is safe and effective but it is also important that OTCs are taken as indicated. For questions and concerns, pharmacists in drugstores will be willing to assist and advise you which ones to take for faster relief. You may also contact Unilab’s Consumer Care Center at (632) 864 5221. And always remember, if symptoms persist, it is best to consult your doctor. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/Unilab or www.unilab.com.ph.

This holiday season, do not let simple aches and pains ruin your quality bonding time with family and friends. Stay healthy and be merry!