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Mucinex9.8Exceptional
Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu & Nightshift Medicine for Adults, Over-the-Counter Medication Combo Pack for Sore Throat Relief, Decongestant, Cough & Cold Medicine (2 x 6 Fl Oz)
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Amazon Basic Care9.6Exceptional
Amazon Basic Care Omeprazole Delayed Release Tablets 20 mg, Treats Frequent Heartburn, Acid Reducer, Heartburn Medicine, 42 Count (Pack of 1) (Packaging may vary)
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Active Ingredient:Omeprazole 20 mg
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Formulation:Delayed Release Tablets
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Pack Size:Pack of 1
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Product Type:Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
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Tablet Count:42
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Advil9.4Excellent
HALEON Advil Liqui-Gels minis Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer, Pain Medicine for Adults with Ibuprofen 200mg for Pain Relief - 200 Liquid Filled Capsules
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Ohm9.1Excellent
Ohm Omeprazole 20mg, Acid Reducer for Frequent Heartburn 42 Delayed-Release
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Imodium9.0Excellent
Imodium A-D Diarrhea Relief Softgels, 2mg Loperamide Hydrochloride, 24 Ct
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Active Ingredient:Loperamide HCl 2 mg
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Count:24
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Dosing Instruction:Take two after first loose stool, one after each subsequent, up to four in 24 hours
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Form:Softgels
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Recommended Age:Ages 12+
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HALLS8.9Very Good
HALLS Soothing Creamy Strawberry Throat Drops, Value Pack, 70 ct
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date first available:July 21, 2022
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item model number:312546005532
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manufacturer:Mondelēz International
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Ricola8.8Very Good
Ricola, Throat Care Max Honey Lemon, 34 Count
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Benadryl8.7Very Good
Benadryl Extra Strength Allergy Tablets, 50 mg Diphenhydramine HCl, 24 Ct
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country of origin:USA
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date first available:May 11, 2022
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manufacturer:Johnson & Johnson
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product dimensions:0.91 x 3.93 x 3.54 inches 0.63 ounces
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Amazon Basic Care8.5Good
Amazon Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride Tablets, 2 mg, Anti-Diarrheal, 24 Count (Pack of 1)
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Sudafed8.3Good
Sudafed PE Sinus Congestion Relief Tablets, 10 mg Phenylephrine HCI, 36 Ct
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Active Ingredient:10 mg Phenylephrine HCI per tablet
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Form:Tablet
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Intended Use:Sinus pressure and nasal congestion relief
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Strength:Maximum Strength
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Tablet Count:36
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