The article I read from Slate covered the importance of always being prepared for the minor discomforts of pain, allergies, and other ailments. The article contains many quips the main focus being that we are in the 21st century— why suffer from discomfort if it is avoidable. The article covers several over the counter products, and their uses, as well as, what should be used or avoided. He warns against abusing the products like acetaminophen for they may cause potential long-term health risks. The writer clearly has done research on what he uses, and even has a clear method for classification of the medication. I learned that Sudafed is supposedly time released into your system. This allows for long-lasting relief, but also explains the result of drowsiness after it used. Many of the products that we are using have adverse side effects, and for what seems advertising purposes and to gain profits the consumer is at risk. Although he makes a clear case, it comes off as slightly neurotic as he admittedly carries a “mini-pharmacy” on his person. The point is made that an individual suffers from discomfort, it can ruin the rest of their day and one should be knowledgeable of what they are using to relive it. Headaches during meetings, fatigue when starting work, or an upset stomach at a child’s T-ball game can seem treacherous. He continues to address the importance of pain-free living, and the use of over the counter medications opposed to stronger doses and prescription drugs.
Oct 172016