Over the counter ranitidine is commonly available in 75 mg and 150 mg tablets. If you have spoken with your doctor or otherwise know based on past experience that 150 mg is the right dose for you, opt for that. Otherwise, talk to your doctor or start with the 75 mg tablets. You can always take a second tablet if 75 mg is not enough. The brand-name version of ranitidine, Zantac, is available in a syrup form. Zantac syrup has been found to be especially helpful for heartburn and acid reflux. A syrup may also be easier to properly measure and administer to children, especially kids who haven't learned to swallow tablets yet. For severe or chronic conditions, your doctor may be able to prescribe you a higher ranitidine dosage than you can buy over the counter. Talk to your doctor about your symptoms and what you've done to try and manage your symptoms so that they can help determine if you need a prescription-strength medication. You won't need to provide ranitidine injections for yourself, but the medication can be administered either through intramuscular injection (IM) or intravenous drip (IV) in a hospital or emergency room. If you have a severe or chronic condition, talk to your doctor about if and when you might need ranitidine injections.

Summary: Check the dosage on tablets. Use a syrup for heartburn and acid reflux. Ask your doctor about a prescription. Look into injections.

There are two main types of Roku, both of which will require your TV to have at least one HDMI port to use: Roku Player Resembles a box. Comes with several cables. Roku Stick Resembles a flash drive (memory stick). Comes with at least one power cable. All HDTVs have at least one HDMI port; the HDMI port resembles a trapezoid, and can often be found on the back of the TV (though some TVs have the HDMI port(s) on the side). Depending on your Roku type, this process will vary slightly: Roku Player Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the back of the Roku Player's box, then plug the other end into the HDMI port on the back or side of your TV. Roku Stick Plug the HDMI connector on the end of your Roku Stick into the HDMI port on the back or side of your TV. Most HDTVs have more than one HDMI port. If your TV doesn't have an HDMI port, you cannot use a Roku Stick with your TV; you may be able to buy an HDMI to Component adapter if your TV has component (e.g., red, white, and yellow) ports. On TVs which have more than one HDMI port, you'll see a number next to the port into which you plugged the Roku. This number may be written as "HDMI 1", HDMI 2", and so on. Your TV may also just have the ports labeled with individual numbers (e.g., "1", "2", etc.). Both the Roku Player and the Roku Stick require connection to a power source (e.g., an electrical outlet): Roku Player Plug one end of the included power cable into the back of the player box, then plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Streaming Stick (model 3800 and down) Plug one end of the included power cable into the back of the stick, then plug the other end into an electrical outlet. If your Roku Stick has a USB power cable and your TV has a USB port, you can instead plug the USB cable into your Roku Stick and your TV. Streaming Stick+ (model 3810) Plug one end of the included power cable into the side of the stick, then plug the other end into an electrical outlet. If your Roku Stick has a USB power cable and your TV has a USB port, you can instead plug the USB cable into your Roku Stick and your TV. Turn on your TV, then press the Input, Video, or Source button on the remote (or the TV) and select the HDMI slot into which the Roku Stick is inserted. This will open the Roku's setup screen, from which point you can begin setting up your Roku.

Summary: Determine your Roku type. Plug the Roku into your TV's HDMI port. Note the HDMI port's number. Attach the Roku to a power source. Switch to the Roku's input.

As you age it is important to keep up with good dental hygiene. The core part of good dental hygiene is brushing your teeth twice a day. This removes food particles and bacteria that causes tooth decay. Your tooth sensitivity may increase as you age. This can be minimized by using a soft toothbrush and desensitizing toothpaste. In addition to brushing your teeth, you need to clean between them. This can't be done effectively with a toothbrush. Instead, it is done with floss or a flossing device. If you don't floss, plaque, food, and bacteria can build up between your teeth. Be careful when you are flossing below the gum line that you don't damage your gums, especially if you take medication that causes you to bleed more easily. It is important that you get enough fluoride as you age, as it can help protect your teeth from the wear and tear that comes with use. For older people, it is especially important in protecting the delicate teeth surface below the gum line, as the gums usually recede as one ages. You can get fluoride from fluoride toothpaste, a fluoride rinse, or from fluoridated water, which is common in many cities. If you have full or partial dentures it is important for you to clean them as well. Take them out every night, be sure to clean them thoroughly, soak them, and rinse them before putting them back in your mouth. When you get your dentures you should be instructed on how to clean them properly. This usually includes soaking them over night and brushing them with denture cleaner. You should also clean the inside of your mouth after you take your dentures out. Be sure to brush your gums, tongue, and the roof of your mouth. Smoking can cause severe damage to your teeth over time. If you are a smoker you have a higher chance of getting gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loss, in addition to other health problems. Talk to your doctor about smoking cessation programs that might be available to you. It is never too late to stop smoking. In order to keep your teeth healthy for a long time, it is important to treat them well. In addition to good dental hygiene, you should avoid biting or chewing hard food, such as ice. Chewing on hard foods can chip or break your teeth, creating damage that needs to be fixed by a dentist. If you have chipped your teeth, go to the dentist right away. If you chip the enamel off of the teeth, they become more susceptible to cavities. Your dentist can help protect any areas that are chipped and repair them. Fizzy or acidic drinks, such as soda pop or juice, can erode the enamel off of your teeth. Also, drinking alcohol can damage your teeth as well. If you are concerned about the health of your teeth, you should avoid these items whenever possible. If you really want to drink things that will damage your teeth, drink them through a straw. This will keep the beverage off of your front teeth, minimizing the damage.
Summary: Brush your teeth twice a day. Floss your teeth every day. Make sure you get enough fluoride. Clean dentures. Avoid smoking. Be gentle on your teeth. Avoid beverages that can damage your teeth.