QUIETUS: NOT FOR US...
Quietus: Not For Us
Dear Sufferers:
Yes, out of desperation I yielded to yet another recent product that was advertised to be “affordable, safe, need no doctors, fast-acting, effective, convenient and money-back guarantee.”
As of this moment, of course, none of that was true. But so desperate as I am, and most of us are, I gave it a try.
After seeing it on television (there seemed to be quite an advertising blitz), I called the 800 number and talked to “Scott.” Scott had all the answers, was slick in his sales pitch and had a good script with all the critical talking points. I politely told him he was way off base (full of it actually) but I was willing to plop down the $130 or so anyway (buy two, get one free, plus the shipping and handling Scott said).
I promptly received the “systems” that included three bottles of Quietus pills and three others of ear drops for “pain in ears, earache, toothache, pain in ears due to wax build up,” with active ingredients including “DI water” (presumably distilled water, and lots of it). Sufferers already know that these issues are separate and apart from the horrible symptoms of Tinnitus. But their “system” sounded impressive.
I began taking the Quietus pills as directed hoping for even the slightest change or relief…nothing. The small white pills were pleasant tasting. Yes, like sugar pills. No pun intended.
After a few weeks I called the 888 number on the package for the supplier; Preval, in South Portland, Maine, and spoke with a very nice lady who suggested I increase the dosage.
I did, (from three to six a day) and within just a couple of days my stomach seriously reacted. No more details are necessary.
I called the lady again who said that she had heard other similar complaints. (Wonder if the marketing, manufacturing and sales people talk to one another?) She gave me the instructions to return the empty bottles (I crushed them first) for a refund “minus” the shipping and handling of course.
Haven’t received my refund credit yet and hope that won’t become an issue as well.
Quietus, like so many unregulated, untested, “homeopathic” remedies out there are praying on the desperation of Tinnitus suffers.
And, my guess, and it’s only a guess, is that the cost of the shipping and handling, (considering the potential volume of the business) is enough to make it profitable.
Let me repeat that…the margins are so great that the handling fees cover more than enough to make it profitable.
There’s so much on the Internet (like Paul Carrington at banish-tinnitus.com, T-Gone.com, etc., etc., etc.), mostly scams and con artists who’ll take our money and then say, “Oh, sorry, it didn’t work for you” then go on to the next snake-oil remedy. What you do get for your effort is usually stomach/intestinal issues and indigestion, but no help.
On a personal note, I would spend any amount of money, mortgage the house, work a second job or do just about anything for relief from the debilitating effects of Tinnitus that has only worsened since the Oasis device. The only thing affecting my life negatively at this point (aside from aggravation at work—a job I do find challenging though—and we all know that stress doesn’t help) is the Tinnitus. My life would be darn near perfect at this point: a wonderful wife of 43 years, two terrific grown children, a wonderful and beautiful granddaughter and a very nice home…yet all with daily suffering and sleepless nights.
NEUROMONICS OASIS UPDATE:
I am very grateful that a number of people have found the Neuromonics-Danger website.
Of all the emails I’ve received only two have had anything positive to say, but as we all know, the side effects of Tinnitus is significantly individualized and I didn’t learn how bad their Tinnitus was to begin with.
New wrinkle: A couple of people indicated that some audiologists/doctors had a new spin on the process: Ninety-day money back guarantee if the Oasis doesn’t work (or worsens your condition), minus, $750. So their experiment on the sufferer (victim) costs you, and makes them, $750. Do the math…seems like a no-lose situation for them whether it works or not.
Research: Still the main issue with the Oasis is their massive Internet presence and advertising, and unless, or until there are some meaningful and reputable studies and research, Oasis is no better (or more dangerous) than the Quietus sugar pills.
My best to everyone and I hope those who suffer can cope, and that at some point help is out there somewhere. There is no cure but maybe there will be a treatment and relief.
Ed
Dear Sufferers:
Yes, out of desperation I yielded to yet another recent product that was advertised to be “affordable, safe, need no doctors, fast-acting, effective, convenient and money-back guarantee.”
As of this moment, of course, none of that was true. But so desperate as I am, and most of us are, I gave it a try.
After seeing it on television (there seemed to be quite an advertising blitz), I called the 800 number and talked to “Scott.” Scott had all the answers, was slick in his sales pitch and had a good script with all the critical talking points. I politely told him he was way off base (full of it actually) but I was willing to plop down the $130 or so anyway (buy two, get one free, plus the shipping and handling Scott said).
I promptly received the “systems” that included three bottles of Quietus pills and three others of ear drops for “pain in ears, earache, toothache, pain in ears due to wax build up,” with active ingredients including “DI water” (presumably distilled water, and lots of it). Sufferers already know that these issues are separate and apart from the horrible symptoms of Tinnitus. But their “system” sounded impressive.
I began taking the Quietus pills as directed hoping for even the slightest change or relief…nothing. The small white pills were pleasant tasting. Yes, like sugar pills. No pun intended.
After a few weeks I called the 888 number on the package for the supplier; Preval, in South Portland, Maine, and spoke with a very nice lady who suggested I increase the dosage.
I did, (from three to six a day) and within just a couple of days my stomach seriously reacted. No more details are necessary.
I called the lady again who said that she had heard other similar complaints. (Wonder if the marketing, manufacturing and sales people talk to one another?) She gave me the instructions to return the empty bottles (I crushed them first) for a refund “minus” the shipping and handling of course.
Haven’t received my refund credit yet and hope that won’t become an issue as well.
Quietus, like so many unregulated, untested, “homeopathic” remedies out there are praying on the desperation of Tinnitus suffers.
And, my guess, and it’s only a guess, is that the cost of the shipping and handling, (considering the potential volume of the business) is enough to make it profitable.
Let me repeat that…the margins are so great that the handling fees cover more than enough to make it profitable.
There’s so much on the Internet (like Paul Carrington at banish-tinnitus.com, T-Gone.com, etc., etc., etc.), mostly scams and con artists who’ll take our money and then say, “Oh, sorry, it didn’t work for you” then go on to the next snake-oil remedy. What you do get for your effort is usually stomach/intestinal issues and indigestion, but no help.
On a personal note, I would spend any amount of money, mortgage the house, work a second job or do just about anything for relief from the debilitating effects of Tinnitus that has only worsened since the Oasis device. The only thing affecting my life negatively at this point (aside from aggravation at work—a job I do find challenging though—and we all know that stress doesn’t help) is the Tinnitus. My life would be darn near perfect at this point: a wonderful wife of 43 years, two terrific grown children, a wonderful and beautiful granddaughter and a very nice home…yet all with daily suffering and sleepless nights.
NEUROMONICS OASIS UPDATE:
I am very grateful that a number of people have found the Neuromonics-Danger website.
Of all the emails I’ve received only two have had anything positive to say, but as we all know, the side effects of Tinnitus is significantly individualized and I didn’t learn how bad their Tinnitus was to begin with.
New wrinkle: A couple of people indicated that some audiologists/doctors had a new spin on the process: Ninety-day money back guarantee if the Oasis doesn’t work (or worsens your condition), minus, $750. So their experiment on the sufferer (victim) costs you, and makes them, $750. Do the math…seems like a no-lose situation for them whether it works or not.
Research: Still the main issue with the Oasis is their massive Internet presence and advertising, and unless, or until there are some meaningful and reputable studies and research, Oasis is no better (or more dangerous) than the Quietus sugar pills.
My best to everyone and I hope those who suffer can cope, and that at some point help is out there somewhere. There is no cure but maybe there will be a treatment and relief.
Ed
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