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About Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D.
Expertise
I can answer a broad range of questions related to community pharmacy practice. My particular
interests include childrens` health and safe medication use for seniors. As the mother of two small children, I am quite knowledgable on many parenting issues from how to handle
a baby with colic to how to get kids to take their medicine. With regards to medication use in seniors, I can answer questions about adverse effects, drugs to generally avoid
in that population, and disease management issues.
Experience
I entered the world of pharmacy as a technician for approximately six years. I then went on to receive my Doctor of Pharmacy degree and now work for the Federal Government as an outpatient pharmacist.
Publications
Drug Topics Feb.2006 edition ("Why a Kiddie Corner Makes Sense"),
I also recently submitted an article to Pharmacy Times entitled "How to Help Parents Cope With Colic" which is scheduled for publication in the near future.
Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology (Old Dominion University 1997)
Pharm.D.(Virginia Commonwealth University 2002)
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You are here: Experts > Health/Fitness > Pharmacology > Pharmacy > Ultram and missed period
Expert: Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D.
Date: 7/4/2007
Subject: Ultram and missed period
Question
I have been taking Effexor( 75 mg) for nearly a year now. Recently, I also began taking Ultram once a day for about the last two weeks for a back injury. I have not had a period in nearly 8 weeks and have taken several(7) pregnancy tests which all come back negative. I am working on my doctorate in clinical psychology, which can be extremely stressful, so I thought perhaps that could be the issue. However,my cycle is like clock work...always there each month. Could the Ultram be to blame? What do you think is the problem? Thank you for any advice you can lend.
Answer
Hi Lauren,
Neither Ultram nor Effexor should be to blame for your missed period(s). Stress can definitely alter your cycles but I also know people who never test positive for pregnancy using urine tests. For some strange reason, they only tested positive with blood tests so I strongly urge you to get tested. Your school health clinic should be able to help.
I wish you luck with your studies! Take care.
Best,
Dr. Tara, Pharm.D.
www.themedicinemom.com
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