Guaifenesin Protocol for Fibromyalgia
by Paul St. Amand, M.D.
The Protocol consists of:
1. Reading his book (to know the correct dosage for you, to know what specifically to avoid,
and to know what will happen).
2. Taking Guaifenesin
3. Avoiding salicylates
4. Low Carb Diet
In his book, "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Fibromyalgia: The Revolutionary Treatment
That Can Reverse the Disease" Paul St. Amand, M.D. writes about how he discovered that the
drug guaifenesin can actually give patients the possibility of reversing fibromyalgia. However, for
guaifenesin to work, one must eliminate all sources of salicylates (a chemical compound
that blocks the effectiveness of guaifenesin.) Salicylates can be found in many common things
that people use. He calls his method of reversing fibromyalgia, "the guaifenesin protocol."
Dr. St. Amand also speaks about how the initial stages of taking guaifenesin
are the most horrible as the body cleanses itself (the sufferer will begin to
question whether the drug is actually working). However, it is the later stages
of taking guaifenisin whereby Dr. St. Amand states that the person's fibromyalgia
begins to dissipate.
Tell us your experiences with the Guaifenisin Protocal as a Fibromyalgia treatment. Rate the treatment below.
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Treatment Ratings for FMS Symptoms
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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7.69
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Myofasical Trigger Point Pain Relief
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5.70
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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7.38
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Better Sleep
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6.46
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No Side Effects
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7.50
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Convenience
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7.21
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Cost/Benefit
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7.93
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Depression Relief
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6.33
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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7.21
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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6.67
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Skin Problem Relief
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6.55
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Hyopoglycemia Relief
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7.29
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Based on 14 rating(s) & review(s).
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This protocol is worthless 08/18/08
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
When a protocol has to have a hot line to advise you on all the things that you have to avoid it is truly a joke. You can't even walk barefoot in the grass. I used this total waist of time for 9 month's. One thing that you should know is that this protocol states that you have to get sicker before you get better and it sure as hell did that.If you really have myofascial pain go to the Blatman Pain clinic in Cincinnati Ohio.Dr Blatman is America's leading authority on Simon's and Travail's trigger point therapy and IT DOES WORK.After two years of this protocol I have gone from a cripple to leaving a pain free productive life His phone number is (513)956-3200
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Treatment Time Frame:
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1 Year
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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n/a
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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1
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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1
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Better Sleep
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1
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No Side Effects
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5
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Convenience
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6
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Cost/Benefit
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1
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Depression Relief
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1
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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1
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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1
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Skin Problem Relief
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n/a
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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n/a
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0 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Guaifenesin simply did not work 10/18/07
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
I found no help at all from this treatment in any aspect
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Treatment Time Frame:
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1.5 Years
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Treatment Frequency:
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4 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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1
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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1
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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1
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Better Sleep
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1
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No Side Effects
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1
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Convenience
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1
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Cost/Benefit
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1
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Depression Relief
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1
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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1
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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1
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Skin Problem Relief
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1
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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1
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great 07/29/07
Reviewed by:
Indiana, USA
This treatment seems to really help me.
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Treatment Time Frame:
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1 Year
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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800 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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8
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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8
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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8
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Better Sleep
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5
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No Side Effects
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10
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Convenience
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8
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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2
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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2
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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2
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Skin Problem Relief
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6
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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n/a
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
nothing better 11/18/06
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
I did it all. All the herbs the acupuncture and chiropractor and alt med docs. The antidepressants and this was over a 15 year period.
Pain began in my lower body and within 10 years it was all over. Feels like you have been bruised all over and you have the flu ALL the time. You are stiff ALL the time and you don't sleep. My last resort was taking ms contin and oxycontin, over 340mg per day. Didn't work, barely helped and I was at the end of my rope.
I decided to check out Dr St Amand's guai web site and read the posts over and over for 2 months.
One day I decided to try it and I followed all the directions.
It was difficult in the beginning. Back then the book was not out yet, but the doctor put all the info on the web site.
This doctor also has fibro.
The first 5 months were awful,(though not much worse than I already was) He did say I would feel worse at first- and I did. BUT that was a GOOD thing because I was responding as he said I would.
Maybe odd to say, but I would have been upset if I had not felt worse because that would have meant (to me) that it was not working.
By the 6th month I noticed little things were not as bad. Maybe just for a day, but there was a small improvement.
By the 9th month I knew I was having better days and I knew there was subtle improvement and the good days were more and more.
By 9 months I felt 50% better than I had prior to taking guai and by 18 months I was 85-90% and that was 6 years ago.
I would consider myself 95% well, I have a few days that if I over do it I might feel it. I have to continue taking guai, and take care of myself.
But this protocol has given me my life back.
I would recommend it to anyone, HOWEVER, you must follow it as stated. It is not difficult, the web site has all instructions and as far as blocker (salicylates) all are listed on the site.
All products and blockers are listed on the site.
All products you can use are listed on the site and if you have a question, there are many people to help you.
There are a lot of myths floating around about the guai protocol; please read it for yourself.
(or buy the book)
You can use make up and tooth paste, but not one's with (herbal products) There are many you can use and all are listed on the site.
Herbs contain salicylates and sals will block the guai.
If you are HG, all diet advise is there for you. Dr StAmand monitors the list and answers questions too.
There is a complete support board. There is no reason not to do it, but you must do it right if you want to succeed.
There are thousands of people posting on the boards and many of them from all over the world.
I was amazed to see people posting from so far away, but fibro is world wide problem.
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Treatment Time Frame:
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9 Months
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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300 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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10
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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n/a
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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9
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Better Sleep
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6
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No Side Effects
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9
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Convenience
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10
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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9
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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10
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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9
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Skin Problem Relief
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n/a
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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9
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
" It is a miracle' 07/26/06
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
I am amazed on how much this " Guaifenesen Protocal" really works. I was on so many different medications i before starting the Guaifenesen Protocal. All I have to say is the "CRIPPLING pain is gone", and all i take now is Guaifenesen.
The End
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Treatment Time Frame:
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10 Months
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Treatment Frequency:
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3 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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9
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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n/a
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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9
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Better Sleep
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9
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No Side Effects
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10
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Convenience
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10
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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8
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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9
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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9
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Skin Problem Relief
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2
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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9
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Guai I love it! 06/16/06
Reviewed by:
United States
This is the best treatment I've found.
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Treatment Time Frame:
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1 Month
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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9
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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9
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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10
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Better Sleep
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10
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No Side Effects
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8
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Convenience
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6
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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9
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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10
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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10
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Skin Problem Relief
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9
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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n/a
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5 out of 5 people found this review useful.
Only Hope for Reversal 12/13/05
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
I've had FMS 10+ years and tried everything in the book from diet, herbs, supplements, natural remedies, to all the meds doctors prescribe for FMS. A few things mask a symptom or two temporarily, many have bad side effects, but nothing reverses FMS. Before the guai protocol I was non functioning, homebound, had no life at all. Now 6 months into it I can almost keep up w/ housework, laundry, etc. I cook dinner every night, care for my 2 boys and actually get out of the house a few times a week to do things. You have to get he book, follow it exactly, and accept that to get better you first feel worse as you cycle. The cycling is really really tough but when you have that first good day it's all worth it. On a good day I don't just feel like my FMS isn't that bad I actually feel like a "normal person". I highly recommend this!!
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Treatment Time Frame:
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6 Months
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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7
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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7
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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n/a
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Better Sleep
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5
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No Side Effects
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4
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Convenience
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4
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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8
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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7
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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9
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Skin Problem Relief
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7
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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10
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
immercury 08/18/05
Reviewed by:
Ohio, USA
Guai Therapy has been the answer to my prayers. It works and I thank Dr. St. Amand for all he has done to get the info about the therapy out to us. The first 3-6 months can be rough but never has anything been so worth it to me. I can honestly say I have never felt this good in my life. Not even as a small child. I have suffered fibro symptoms since I can remember. I use Reiki and Guai Protocol and for the first time in my life can say I feel good!!!!
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Treatment Time Frame:
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Over 5 Years
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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1 gram
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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9
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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10
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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10
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Better Sleep
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9
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No Side Effects
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10
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Convenience
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10
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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10
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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9
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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n/a
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Skin Problem Relief
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8
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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9
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Guaifanasin 08/17/05
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
From the moment I started taking the "Guai" I felt better. My IBS went completly away and I felt "alive" again. I still have bad days and trouble sleeping but I feel like I can manage and it's all due to the guaifenasin.
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Treatment Time Frame:
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2 Years
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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7
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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6
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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4
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Better Sleep
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3
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No Side Effects
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10
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Convenience
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10
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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n/a
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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10
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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n/a
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Skin Problem Relief
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n/a
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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3
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Guaifenesin Protocol SAVED MY LIFE 08/15/05
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
Do it today! Get Dr. St. Amand's book and follow the protocol (it's not just about taking a pill!!!) to the letter. It is the first treatment I've ever heard of (experienced) which actually REVERSES fms. I will be on the protocol for the rest of my life. If you have hypoglycemia (Dr. Amand teaches you how to detect it) get on HIS strict hg diet to begin with and then modify after you get your system settled down.
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Treatment Time Frame:
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3.5 Years
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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300 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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8
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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4
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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9
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Better Sleep
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n/a
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No Side Effects
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10
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Convenience
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3
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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5
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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6
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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3
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Skin Problem Relief
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3
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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10
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GOOD BUT WARNING 08/12/05
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
HORRIBLE INITIAL SIDE EFFECTS. INITIAL MISERY FOR THE FIRST FEW MONTHS FOR ME. WENT AWAY BRIEFLY THEN CAME BACK - OFF AND ON. BUT NOW, EVERYTHING IS FINE - THINGS ARE MUCH BETTER.
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Treatment Time Frame:
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9 Months
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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8
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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7
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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9
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Better Sleep
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9
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No Side Effects
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3
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Convenience
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7
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Cost/Benefit
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8
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Depression Relief
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8
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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9
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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9
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Skin Problem Relief
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9
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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n/a
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Good stuff! 06/03/05
Reviewed by:
Location Not Given
When trying this, you have to not give up. It will work if done according to the book by Dr. Paul St. Amand, "What your doctor may not tell you about fibromyalgia." If you want your life back, this promises to eventuall reverse the fibro. Try it.
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Treatment Time Frame:
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Over 5 Years
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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n/a
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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7
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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n/a
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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9
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Better Sleep
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9
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No Side Effects
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10
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Convenience
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8
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Cost/Benefit
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10
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Depression Relief
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8
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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9
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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9
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Skin Problem Relief
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9
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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n/a
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My ratings may increase 12/20/04
Reviewed by:
Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA
These ratings that I have listed may increase in the future. I will update it later. Right now I'm 7 months into the Guaifenesin Protocol - I went through that initial awful period and I'm eventually getting better. Hopefully my progress gets better but I'm withholding judgement because I feel as if I'm at a sticking point. We shall see.
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Treatment Time Frame:
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7 Months
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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7
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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4
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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7
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Better Sleep
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7
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No Side Effects
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5
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Convenience
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10
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Cost/Benefit
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6
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Depression Relief
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7
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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8
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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8
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Skin Problem Relief
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8
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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n/a
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Guaifenesin works - watch those salicytes! 08/12/04
Reviewed by:
Argentina
Initially it was very awful. But gradually my symptoms went away overtime. Thank you Dr. St. Amand!
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Treatment Time Frame:
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2 Years
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Treatment Frequency:
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2 Times Per Day
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Dosage:
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600 mg
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Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief
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10
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Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief
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n/a
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More Energy / Mental Clarity
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10
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Better Sleep
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10
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No Side Effects
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10
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Convenience
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8
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Cost/Benefit
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5
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Depression Relief
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n/a
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief
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10
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Genitourinary Problem Relief
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10
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Skin Problem Relief
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10
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Hypoglycemia Relief
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n/a
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