| Subject | Date Asked |
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| vicodin dependency? | 5/9/2008 |
Q: Brandt, I am scheduled for day surgery in a couple of weeks for hemmorhoids and a partially ...
A: I sympathize with regarding not enjoying pain and I am in favor of pain relif. Depencey on opiods ...
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| Klonopin & results ona UDS | 5/9/2008 |
Q: Mr. Brandt, Could you provide any information as to how a UDS provided by a patient in our ...
A: You need to ask this question of the lab performing the test. Can they distinguish between ...
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| cutivate cream | 5/8/2008 |
Q: I am using this on my 5 month old. I put it on her and then put a shirt on so she doesn't rub it on ...
A: If you are applying itto the sking and rubbing it in util it vanishes there is too little on the ...
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| Diabetes and Claratin | 5/7/2008 |
Q: Taking Amaryl, 2MG Daily. Lantus 75 Unis Daily at bedtime. Aspart Varible amounts based on ...
A: There is no information in the drug monograph to imdicate that Claritin affects blood sugar. However ...
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| cutivate cream | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I was given cutivate cream to put on my 5 month old baby for a mild form of eczema. My question is: ...
A: You may absorb a small amout of it but it is quickly metabolized. Your baby is exposed to more by ...
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| effexor XR/zoloft | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I feel extremely confused and am wondering where to go from here. I took Zoloft for 2 1/2 months ...
A: There are several other antidepressants yet to try. Tell your doctor that effecor is not working for ...
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| drug interactions | 5/4/2008 |
Q: , lexapro 20 mg. & lithium 150 mg. for depression, & trazodone 50mg.to help me sleep. I also take ...
A: That is correct. Ibuprofen can decrease lithium excretion by prostaglandin inhibition. This ...
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| drug interactions | 5/1/2008 |
Q: , lexapro 20 mg. & lithium 150 mg. for depression, & trazodone 50mg.to help me sleep. I also take ...
A: I f you took hydrocodone with the other medications medications it would really cloud up your mind. ...
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| Proscar thread from 7/30/2007 | 5/1/2008 |
Q: On 7/30/2007 someone asked about slitting a proscar tab for financial reasons. Your answer was ok, ...
A: There is easy direct conversion from Proscar to Saw Palmetto. Start with the dose recommended on the ...
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| SKIN BREAKOUT FROM QUESTRAN | 4/27/2008 |
Q: I HAVE BEEN USING QUESTRAN FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS FOR A DIARREHA PROBLEM. LAST AUGUST, I STARTED TO GET ...
A: I have not seen a rash that I could directly attribute to the use of Questrasn. If possible, I would ...
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| jolivette | 4/25/2008 |
Q: i am sexually active, however, i was placed on combination birth control pills to help with my ...
A: Menstrual cramps and heavy priods are relieved with oral contraceptives when ovulation is inhibited. ...
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| Fentanyl Withdrawal | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I was placed on the Fentanyl patch (25mcg) for three months for pain. When the last two patches ...
A: Withdrawal symtoms can be avoided if the drug is withdrawan gradually. since this is not the ...
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| Folic Acid Deficiency | 4/21/2008 |
Q: Is having the taste of metal in your mouth (for no reason), attributable to folic acid deficiency?
A: assuming you do not smoke, do not have a cold and have no injury to your mouth, a mettalic taste in ...
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| Maxalt & Lexapro - please help me | 4/19/2008 |
Q: Almost Killed me!! Last week I was experiencing severe migraines. I went to the Doctor, and he ...
A: The following is the technical information for Maxalt (Rizatriptan)chemistry. Rizatriptan is a ...
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| singular | 4/17/2008 |
Q: What is the latest on possible side efects.I've been taking it 30 to 90 days a year for 5 years or ...
A: There are a few post marketing reports describing depression symptoms in people taking Singulair. ...
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| Klean-Prep | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I sent an earlier message I guess to your home e-mail which I didn't get reply however situation ...
A: Since you are experiencing undesirable adverse effects from Klean Prep I suggest you report this to ...
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| AMOX-CLAV | 4/16/2008 |
Q: 400mg of amox-clav, is this ok to use for an infant to treat an ear infection. I've never heard of ...
A: This medication also goes by the brand name Clavulin in Canada and Augmentin in the US. You should ...
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| testing | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I was taking 4-5 diazepam 5mg a day for 1 week. I stopped taking them 22 days ago. Why are they ...
A: The active metabolites of diazepam have a much longer half lie than diazsepam itself. Their half ...
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| Toprol XL | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I was precsribed Toprol XL after having some stents placed to clear some blockages. I had not had a ...
A: generics a supposed to be therapeutically equivalent to the brand name medication. Occasionally ...
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| Question about refills? | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I see a Dr for chronic pain and have to go every month to get refills of my pain meds, my Dr is 270 ...
A: Ehat is the reason you see a doctor so far away from your place of residence? Seeing the doctor as ...
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| rifampicin | 4/13/2008 |
Q: what is the effect of taking rifampicin with the contraceptive pill? i am aware it reduces the ...
A: Rifampin indices liver enzymes that metabolize certain drugs including oral contraceptives. This ...
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| neurontin | 4/13/2008 |
Q: a family member recently was prescribed neurontin, and subsequently tested positive on a drug screen ...
A: I am not aware of Neurontin causing false positive in opioid screening test. Please check with the ...
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| taking cymbalta & welbutrin together | 4/13/2008 |
Q: After having sexual side effects from Cymbalta (60mg), my doctor decided to wean me off and put me ...
A: The symptoms you describe are typical of too rapid withdrawal from Cymbalta. Replacing Cymbalta with ...
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| expired septra | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I was given a prescription for Septra late today and haven't had a chance to get to the pharmacy ...
A: Depending on the storage conditions they may still be good. They should have been kept in a cool dry ...
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| Albuterol | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I have a left-over prescription for an Albuterol inhaler from May 2005. If I need it for an ...
A: There should be an expiry date printed on the cannister. If it is in date then you are ok to use it. ...
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| hydroxycut and periods | 4/8/2008 |
Q: i had been taking hydroxycut for about a week when i was supposed to get my period. there was only a ...
A: Hydroxycut is a multivitamin and herb supplemet containing ephedrine. It should not affect regular ...
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| Adderall and Hydroxycut | 4/6/2008 |
Q: can 20 mg of adderall be used while taking hydroxycut?
A: Hydroxycut contains a herbal version of ephedrine. I would not take this supplemet by itself nor in ...
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| propranolol and increase of blood sugar | 4/1/2008 |
Q: sir, I have read in internet that propranolol -beta blocker can raise blood sugar even than calciam ...
A: Here is a reference I found on this subject. 1) Beta-blocking agents appear to present minimal risk ...
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| How would one know? | 3/31/2008 |
Q: How would one know if a pharmacy mistakenly filled a prescription with the wrong drug? I know it is ...
A: If you have never taken this medication before then you would not be able to visually identify that ...
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| Need help identifying a medication | 3/29/2008 |
Q: I found this pill in my dryer and I suspect my teenage son is using them. I don't recognize it as ...
A: I could not find an exact match in my database. Drug markings vary from brand to brand and from ...
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| Paxil and mirapex | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I have been on Paxil 20 mg for 15yrs. I have several of the side effects of paxil (restless legs, ...
A: There is no interaction between Mirapex and Paxil. If you are certain that Paxil is causing the ...
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| amoxicilian | 3/28/2008 |
Q: how many milagrams befor he will feelbetter and is it for flu
A: Antibiotic treatment for flu-like symptoms caued by bacteria require 7-10 day treatment. The person ...
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| compatable drugs | 3/26/2008 |
Q: My father age 74 has been diagnosed with Parkinson, high blood pressure,cholesterol problem, ...
A: Your father is experiencing the typical side effects we see with other dopamine agonists used to ...
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| Prozac half-life | 3/21/2008 |
Q: My doctor started me on Prozac 10mg QD. I took for 1 week and cannot deal with the fatigue. I am a ...
A: That is correct. It can take up to one month for the drug to completely eliminated from the body. ...
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| A few questions about pharmacies. | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I have a few questions for you please. I have recently been in a bad car accident. Luckily I have ...
A: Pharmacists have the right to refuse to fill prescription for legitimate reasons. Having a third ...
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| RE: sensitivity to antidepressants | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I have been taking almost only 2 mg of ecitolapram ( cipralex) for about 1 year now. Any more than ...
A: There are several antidepressants available on the market. It is sometimes a matter of trial and ...
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| subutex | 3/20/2008 |
Q: Have been prescribed subutex to detox. Am experiencing SEVERE VOMITING, that wont stop cant even ...
A: You need to go to emergency. You need to be checked out that you are not dehydrated from vomiting. ...
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| Vicoden effects | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I an having problems quiting the use of Vicodin. After an injury a year and a half ago i started ...
A: Drug dependence is a big problem. Vicodin may not kill you but can lead to dependence on other drugs ...
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| subutex | 3/19/2008 |
Q: Have been prescribed subutex to detox. Am experiencing SEVERE VOMITING, that wont stop cant even ...
A: You are not allergic to the medication. You are experiencing a side effect to the drug. You need to ...
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| Expired Flucloxacillin | 3/18/2008 |
Q: on the Monday 10th March my 8 month old son was prescribed Flucloxacillin suspension 125mg/5ml, on a ...
A: Expired flucloxacillin would not do any harm to your son, it will likely be less effective than it ...
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| meds & breastfeeding | 3/16/2008 |
Q: I am nursing my 5 month old son & recently started having high anxiety & panic attacks. And not ...
A: Like many other drugs wellbutin is secreted into breat milk. You need to discuss with your doctor ...
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| please respond quickly amox-clav | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I am a college student and because I just turned 23 I no longer have health insurance. ...
A: I can not recommend taking expired antibiotics. You need to see a doctor. Taking expired antibiotics ...
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| Flouxtine and pregnancy | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I am taking Flouxetine 20 MG. I am planning to be pregnant?should I stop taking it ?if I continue ...
A: The evidence is not conclusive regarding fluoxetine and its potential toxicity to the fetus. You ...
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| drug test | 3/10/2008 |
Q: Can Prevacid give a positive result in a drug test for THC? I have been told that it can.
A: Ho Jose, Pantoprazole (Protonix, Pantoloc) which is similar to Prevacid can cause false positive for ...
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| Estradiol mfg Watson vs Mylan | 3/9/2008 |
Q: My prescription is for 2mg Estradiol. For several years Mylan was listed as the manufacturer on my ...
A: Watson list on their website estradiol 2 mg to be a light green scored round tablet. The tablet is ...
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| Help Sleeping | 3/8/2008 |
Q: 30 AM. In order to help me sleep early and not toss & turn, I have been taking a dose of Nyquil. ...
A: Taking an antihistamine in Nyquil or diphenhydramine can offer temporary relief from sleeplessness. ...
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| 142 | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I found a oblong white pill, no score line, with an imprint of 142 on one side...the other side is ...
A: There are several possible matches to the description you give. I think the closest one is ...
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| drug equivalentcies | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I am currently on pain medicine from an "OJI" (On the job injury)to my low back in 2006. I am trying ...
A: As I said earlier, there is no clear cut dosage conversion form Duragesic to methadone. It takes a ...
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| Effexor | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I was taking the antidepressant effexor for a bit less than a year and have gradually stopped taking ...
A: They do not look for antidepressants in drug screens for employment. They look for banned substancs, ...
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| Phentermine | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I have been on various versions of Phentermine for over a year now (including ionamin, bontrol ...
A: Tryptophan and 5-htp are precursors to serotonin. Taking them with phentermine can precipitate ...
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| doxylamine succinate withdrawal | 2/27/2008 |
Q: what a great site! Thanks for being here. I took doxylamine succinate almost every night for 10 ...
A: I do not think the itching is due to antihistamine withdrawal. The itching was masked by the ...
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| vicodin during pregnancy | 2/26/2008 |
Q: i have been taking vicodin ver minimally throughtout my pregnancy. I take 1 -2 vics a day. i am now ...
A: Stop Vicodin now. BY the the time you deliver hopefully it is out of your system. Nevertheless you ...
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| drug equivalentcies | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I am currently on pain medicine from an "OJI" (On the job injury)to my low back in 2006. I am trying ...
A: Why do you pick methadone to switch to? It is not the forst drug of choice to go to because of its ...
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| Yaz versus Yasmin | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I was on Yaz for several years and it worked well up to about 5 months ago. I started to have ...
A: I have not heard of oral contraceptives causing bad breath. However I would be concerned about the ...
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| Lexapro vs Celexa | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I have been taking antidepressants for awhile now and recently moved to a new state - thus needing a ...
A: I practice in Canada and so I am not familiar with US regulations. Here in Canada we can substitute ...
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| Temazepam | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have 10ml Temazepam tablets that I have had for 4 years supposed to help me sleep. I was told by ...
A: There may be some potency left in the Temazepam you have. At worst, it may not be as effective as ...
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| Lexapro / Tinnitus | 2/19/2008 |
Q: I was prescribed lexapro for GAD. I took it for 5 weeks with no side effects. I stopped taking it ...
A: There is no interaction between these medications to cause tinnitis. Ringing in the ears can be ...
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| What are these medicines for? | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I am 29 and experience frequent menstrual pain during period. I have doctor prescribed following as ...
A: Mefenamic acid is used as a pain kller for menstrual pain. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. ...
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| psy medicine which do not affect weight gain and diabetes | 2/17/2008 |
Q: SIR AGE 48 MALE WEIGHT 100 KG HEIGHT 5.7 DIABETIC TAKING METFORMIN 500 MG 3 TIMES AND LISINOPRIL 2.5 ...
A: All commonly used antipsychotics can cause weight gain. The mechanism of this effect is unknown. It ...
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| pregnancy and pain meds | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I am 34 weeks pregnant with my 6th child.I began to feel ill after the birth of my 5th child in ...
A: Lorcet contains the opioid hydrocodone. These drugs have not been adequately studied in pregnanacy ...
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| ask question | 2/14/2008 |
Q: how i can not forget drug use
A: You can purchase pill containers with timers that buzz when it is time for a dose. Also most ...
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| inderal la 60 and pregnant | 2/13/2008 |
Q: i am so confused, I am 5 weeks pregnant and have taken inderal la 60 for almost 2 years for ...
A: Inderal does not correct hyperthyroidism. It manages symptoms associated with hyperthytidism. The ...
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| elidel and protopic | 2/13/2008 |
Q: I am ill.my illness is LĘKEN PLANUS.my doctor said to me,ę can use elidel or protopic for my ...
A: Lichen planus is a chronic condition of unknown origin mostly. It can occur as a reaction to some ...
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| ointment | 2/9/2008 |
Q: The 1st time I sent this question to you, I inadvertingly used petens@homail.com, leaving the "t"s ...
A: I did answer this previously. Here it is again. I can not second guess the prescriber. As you said, ...
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| back ache - muscle spasm | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I sustained a back ache , possibly due to my wrong sitting posture and a sudden awkward movement of ...
A: The medication you are taking should help with the symptoms. If you put your back out, it shouls get ...
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| Hidden Grapefruit | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I'm concerned about eating or drinking anything that has grapefruit in it, as it might be unstated ...
A: In all my readings on the subject the actual name of the substance in grapefruit juice that is ...
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| drug reactions | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I am a 44 year old female who just recently had a hip revision done. I have epilepsy which I take ...
A: There is an interaction between carbamazepine and warfarin. However, the interaction does not cause ...
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| hypertension | 2/2/2008 |
Q: further to the attached asked yesterday. My mother's doctor said that she should stop taking the ...
A: There are numerous other antihypertensives available. Norvasc and diltiazem are two that come to ...
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| Sodium Bicarb vs. medications | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I take Cardizem and Lisinopril every AM and have oral thrush (candida) and want to get my ph to 7.0 ...
A: If you were to swallow the sodium bicarb it would change the pH of your stomach and may affect ...
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| Allergic Reaction | 1/31/2008 |
Q: yesterday I went to the ER with a swollen lip. They said it was from an allergic reaction. They ...
A: Xanax is an anti anxiety medication. Benadryl is an anti-hitamine used to treat allergic reactions. ...
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| Cipramil. | 1/30/2008 |
Q: Could you please inform me as to how long it takes for cipramil to exit the system.I have a D&A test ...
A: It can take between 1 week to 2 weeks for citalopram to be out of your body completely. This is not ...
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| depression | 1/29/2008 |
Q: I have been on celexa for 6-7 years for GAD. I just recently found out I also have depression and ...
A: I would not expect any adverse effects from stopping the Celexa and immediate starting on Effexor. ...
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| Expired Omnicef | 1/28/2008 |
Q: My 5 year-old's doctor just prescribed Omnicef for an ear infection. I already have some unopened, ...
A: Omnicef suspension once reconstituted is only good for about 10 days at room temperature. I assume ...
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| diaphenhydramine | 1/28/2008 |
Q: A person I love is addicted to diaphenhydramine and has asked me to support her in an effort to ...
A: This is an unusual addiction. I do not have any experience managing this type of addiction. My ...
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| GERD | 1/25/2008 |
Q: My granddaughter has been on prevacid Solutab 15mg at night and 7.5 in the morning. She has been on ...
A: Hyperactivity is not one of known adverse effects associated with Prevacid. However, a 15 month old ...
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| lexapro dosage and timing | 1/24/2008 |
Q: Mr. Brandt, I was prescribed 10 mg. of lexapro in April 07. After discussing it with my PCP, I have ...
A: The mechanism of weight gain with this medication is an unknown. It is not predictable if the 5 mg ...
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| naproxen 500 | 1/24/2008 |
Q: i have naproxen 500 with expiration date april 2007.. i wanted to make sure it is safe to take them ...
A: At the expiration date the manufacturer does not guarantee potency greater than 90% of label claim. ...
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| Parole drug testing | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I am on parole. I, stupidly, smoked pot a couple weeks ago. Last week I was called for a drug ...
A: I do not think they can tell you used a cleansing agent. They will compare against the original ...
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| Kenalog follow up | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I have been off of the Kenalog in Orabase for almost 5 days.I did not have any burning during the ...
A: I would think that after 5 days off the medication, if it was the cause of the burning, it would ...
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| Drug Test | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I am on home confinement for 60 days. My first day on home confinement (12/14/07) I was given a ...
A: Depending on the amount of THC consumed the drug could register up to 50 days after last ...
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| Diabetes and microalbumin with occ hypertension | 1/20/2008 |
Q: sir I am Diabetic patient since 5 years and inspite of metformin treatment 3 times 500 mg my sugar ...
A: An increase in physical activity can help reduce your blood sugar. I recommend 30 minutes a day of ...
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| Can Kenalog in Orabase cause Burning Mouth Syndrome? | 1/19/2008 |
Q: Recently I have been on a course of medicine for Geographic Tongue.I have stopped using Kenalog in ...
A: Yes. Local irritation and sensitization with Kenalog in Orabase can occur. The medication should be ...
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| Refrigerate Omega-3/Fish Oil | 1/17/2008 |
Q: Should I refrigerate the above? Someone told me the capsules go bad quickly, however, there are ...
A: Refrigerating Omega-3 oil capsuls keeps them fresher longer. "pharmaceutical grade" means it ...
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| Lexapro to fluoxetine | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I am currently taking Lexapro, but the insurance doesn't like the price and wants me to change to ...
A: I think Celexa is superior to fluoxetine. Celexa has a shorter half life which means it does not ...
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| Pharmacy | 1/14/2008 |
Q: ..does your job interact with your family life...and if you first major in pediatrics can you later ...
A: The couses involved in pharmacist training include, calculus, chemistry, physics, biology, ...
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| Neurontin-gabapantin | 1/14/2008 |
Q: My wife has facial neuralgia and is taking 32 hundred mg of neurontin. She has been using this drug ...
A: Is Neuronin (gabapentin) the first drug that was prescribed for this pain? I am thinking that if it ...
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| Ratio-Lactulose and Metamucil | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I have to take these daily for diverticulosis because of periods of constipation. Bloating then ...
A: Lactulose can cause bloating/gas. Diluting it will not decrease the gas. This effect does decrease ...
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| Failed Drug Test | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I am researching an employee's situation. He had a positive result for THC, he insists that he ...
A: Vicodin is an opioid. I do not know if the lad test can distinguish between Hydrocodone, the opioid ...
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| Failed Drug Test | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I am researching an employee's situation. He had a positive result for THC, he insists that he ...
A: I do not belive infections of any kind can cause false positive on a THC test. There are several ...
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| Treatment of prostatitis | 1/7/2008 |
Q: About 1.5 years ago i was treated for prostatis with 1g IM Ceftriaxone once a day for 4 consective ...
A: It is not uncommon to treat prostatitis with 2 qntibiotics. It is safe to use Levaquin along with ...
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| Treatment of prostatitis | 1/7/2008 |
Q: About 1.5 years ago i was treated for prostatis with 1g IM Ceftriaxone once a day for 4 consective ...
A: The decision of using IM ceftriaxone for prostatitis along with oral Levaquin depends on the ...
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| Propoxy | 12/27/2007 |
Q: What are the side affect of this drug
A: Such adverse effects as dizziness, headache, sedation, somnolence, paradoxical excitement and ...
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| Credentials for Pharmacist job. | 12/23/2007 |
Q: I have MS in Analytical Chemistry. (BS in chemistry with 3.72 GPA.) Now I live in Fresno,California. ...
A: You can not get credentials as a pharmacist without going to pharmacy school. You can approach the ...
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| guai/phen and nyquil | 12/22/2007 |
Q: Is it safe to take guai/phen -1200-25mg with a single dose of nyquil?
A: There are several formulations of Nyquil. Read the ingredients of the one you plan to take. It may ...
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| Colestid 1gm tabs | 12/21/2007 |
Q: My Dr. just prescribed this, but before I fill the prescription I need to know the physical size of ...
A: The Colestid tasblets here are slightly bigger than an Extra Strength Tylenol caplet. You can ask ...
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| drug interactions and test | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I am 47, have SLE with no acute episodes for almost a year. I take meloxicam(15mg), ...
A: Different labs use different tests. You need to check with technician at the lab to see if the meds ...
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| Question about Pharmacy as a Career | 12/12/2007 |
Q: My name is Mary and I am a student at Kerr High School, in Texas. I have a few questions regarding ...
A: 1. What were your duties at the beginning of this job and how did your duties grow as you became ...
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| frequent urination/ sometimes slight burning | 12/11/2007 |
Q: my doctor told me i might have a little sexual side effect while on the avodart. but he also said if ...
A: Avodart is not commonly prescribed here so I do not have first hand feedback from people using it. ...
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| anti depressants | 12/9/2007 |
Q: I have a new job that is quite stressful and am having some trouble sleeping. My Doctor recently ...
A: I am not in a position to second guess your doctor's diagnosis. From what you describe he might have ...
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| frequent urination/ sometimes slight burning | 12/8/2007 |
Q: ABOUT 9MOS.AGO I WAS DIAGOGNOSED WITH AN INFLAMED AND SLIGHTLY ENLARGED PROSTATE. I ALWAYS HAVE THE ...
A: The burning is usually indicative of infection yet you have been the antibiotic route with not much ...
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| HF/cilostazol | 12/8/2007 |
Q: My father is nearly ninety years old and has severe HF and renal failure. His cardiologist just gave ...
A: There seems to be a slight increase in mortality in CHF patients taking this mediction. I do not ...
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| HF/cilostazol | 12/8/2007 |
Q: My father is nearly ninety years old and has severe HF and renal failure. His cardiologist just gave ...
A: The product monograpg clearly states that this drug is contraindicated in congestive heart failure. ...
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| med effects? | 12/7/2007 |
Q: I am a 33 y/o female in overall good health except for the following: bipolar 2 disorder and ...
A: Lithium is excreted primarily through the kidneys. Lithium toxicity is directly related to serum ...
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| prenatal pills/synthroid...harmful? | 12/7/2007 |
Q: My mom heard and I've heard that pre-natal vitamins help your hair grow. I was completely bald and ...
A: There is no proof that prenatal vitamins help hair growth. Hypothyropidism can cause hair loss. The ...
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| expired percocet | 12/7/2007 |
Q: does the medicine just lose potenecy after expration date and how long after are they of any use
A: The drugs loses potency over time. At the expiry date the manufacturer does not guarantee potency ...
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| morphine | 12/6/2007 |
Q: My brother recently passed away. HIs autopsy findings indicated he died from an overdose of ...
A: They were mesuring blood and tissue level and then his can be extrapolated to determine what dose ...
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| morphine | 12/6/2007 |
Q: My brother recently passed away. HIs autopsy findings indicated he died from an overdose of ...
A: Mistakes do happen, but they are rare. People with chronic pain or terminal pain such as caner ...
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| why does septra ds fail a drug test for benzo? | 12/5/2007 |
Q: oday i took a drug test for probation and was drug tested. i do not use drugs. but i am perscribed ...
A: Septra should not be confused for benzo in a drug test. You need to check with the lab performing ...
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| amien | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if Ambien 10mg is a time release version of the 5 mg version? And if I break a 10mg ...
A: Ambien 10 mg is not a controlled release preparation. You can break it in half to get a 5 mg dose. ...
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| expired flonase | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I just realized the flonase (fluticasone proponate)is expired. Is that bad? Could it cause adverse ...
A: Expired Flonase would have lost some potency but is not likely totally inactive. Also past its ...
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| claritin and high ocular pressure | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I've read on a couple of websites that there may be a correlation between antihistamines and high ...
A: Antihistamines with anticholinergic side effects such as benadryl can cause increased eye pressure. ...
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| Old Effexor Capsules - Can I Still Take Them? | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I somehow lost a bottle of my Effexor XR prescription in the back of a drawer and I found it today. ...
A: You need to call the drugstore where you purchased these pills to find out the expiry date of their ...
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| Darvocet a controlled drug? | 12/1/2007 |
Q: Well, here I am again with another question. I went to K-Mart this evening to have a prescription ...
A: The pharmacist is an integral part of the health care team. We consult with doctors, dietticians and ...
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| Darvocet a controlled drug? | 12/1/2007 |
Q: Well, here I am again with another question. I went to K-Mart this evening to have a prescription ...
A: One of the pharmacist's roles is to monitor proper use of medication. If the pharmacist suspects ...
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| chronic constipation | 11/30/2007 |
Q: I use Milk of Magnesia every few days. There is no reason my doctor can find that I can not have ...
A: Chronic use of laxatives can lead to lazy bowel syndrome requiring regular use of laxatives. Since ...
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| Enquiry | 11/30/2007 |
Q: I have been consuming Accutane(20mg) for 6 months already and am also into weight training and have ...
A: There are no adequate studies of prescription medications and food supplements. The most serious ...
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| adderol and vasovagel episode | 11/30/2007 |
Q: My son called me from college and said he was studying and his vision went wavy, then black and he ...
A: Perhaps the combination of stress associated with exams as well as the medication contributed to ...
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| adderol and vasovagel episode | 11/29/2007 |
Q: My son called me from college and said he was studying and his vision went wavy, then black and he ...
A: Adderall can cause this type of reaction if the patient has a predisposed heart condition or the ...
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| Soma... | 11/29/2007 |
Q: Why would benzo show up when I take vicodin and soma?
A: When a lab tests for a chemical they test for a chemical structure. Many chemicals have similar ...
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| Darvocet & Coumadin | 11/29/2007 |
Q: Please advise if it is o.k. to take Darvocet while taking Coumadin. I presently take 2 mg Warfarin ...
A: Darvocet and Coumadin do not interact. It should not be a problem to occasionally increase the ...
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| claratin d | 11/27/2007 |
Q: Can i take my lunesta if i have taken claratin d this afternoon?
A: Caritin D contains the antihistamine Loratadine and the deconestant pseudoephedrine. There is not an ...
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| Expired benedryl | 11/26/2007 |
Q: My husband recently took (unknowingly) Benedryl that had been expired for 3 years. A few hours ...
A: Medications do expire. At the expiration date the manufacturer does not guarantee potency greater ...
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| drug questions | 11/25/2007 |
Q: my grown daughter is on 3 drugs: remeron; neurontin; and dilantin -- generic of ea i believe She ...
A: Phenobarbital is not used much anymore in the tratment of seizures an it is highly unlikely that it ...
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| norco percocet dilaudid vicodin xanax | 11/24/2007 |
Q: are these meads ok to take while pregnant what are the specific side effects please go into detail ...
A: Xanax can cross int othe fetal circulation and can cause birth defects. It should not be taken by ...
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| Double Dose of Amoxicillin | 11/21/2007 |
Q: My daughter had all of her wisdom teeth extracted today. The doctor prescribed Amoxicillin, 4 tsp. ...
A: I would not be too concerned. Considering she vomitted following the second dose we do not know how ...
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| Drug test | 11/20/2007 |
Q: Will an anti-histamine cause me to test positive for METH?
A: I do not know for sure the answer to this question. It would depend on the antihistamine and the ...
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| Hoodia | 11/19/2007 |
Q: Does hoodia decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills?
A: There are no adequate studies of alternative medications and food supplements and traditional ...
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| Pharmacist Career | 11/19/2007 |
Q: How much does Pharmacist with a JD degree make?
A: What is a JD degree? Pharmacists wages vary depending on employer, union affiliation, pharmacist's ...
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| Pharmacist Career | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I am a junior biochemistry major in college and am stuck between two careers pharmacy and dentistry: ...
A: 1) What is the job outlook for Pharmacist will they be in high or low need with in the next few ...
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| Schedule 2 substance | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I am doing a research report on restricted pharmacuetical products and was wondering if most ...
A: Drug scheduling is different in different countries. Here in Canada pharmacies would stock a variety ...
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| Pill Identification | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I've found a small, round blue pill with a "Q" imprint on the front and scored on the back. Can you ...
A: Sorry, the description you give is not in my database. Drug markings vary from country to country ...
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| Naprosen vs Darvocet | 11/9/2007 |
Q: Can I take Naprosen and Darvocet together?
A: There is no interaction between Darvocet and Naproxen. However there should not be a need to take ...
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| identify a pill | 11/9/2007 |
Q: can you tell me what this pill is? it's a gold colored pill with small red flecks in it it..no ...
A: Sorry, I am not able to identify this pill. Without markings or seeing it it is difficult to ...
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| DRUG DORMICUM | 11/5/2007 |
Q: My daughter who is three and half years old ,she is freightened of the dentist, she has a lot of ...
A: Dormicum is an oral version of midazolam. This is a benzodiazepine which is routinely used in ...
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| quality of Canadian product | 11/5/2007 |
Q: I use a over the counter product by Life Brands. It is a complex of Acetaminophen (300mg), ...
A: This drug is the equivalent of Tylenol #1. Is is safe in short term use. It can cause constipation ...
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| zoloft 20mg | 11/3/2007 |
Q: I've been taking Zoloft for a number of years and it works well for me ,However here of late ...
A: I rare instances Zoloft has been reprted to cause hair loss. It is certainly not a comon side ...
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| Doxylamine succinate | 11/2/2007 |
Q: My boyfriend has been sick with what seems like the flu for eight days now. He has been shivering ...
A: I am not in a position to make a positive diagnosis. Any chemical cam cause an allergic reaction. ...
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| Zyrtec | 10/31/2007 |
Q: Can Zyrtec be prescribed for a month old infant? I would appreciate any information you can give me ...
A: I was not able to find information on the use of this medication in infants younger than 12 months. ...
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| novo venlafaxine xr 37.5 mg | 10/30/2007 |
Q: "I have been prescribed this medication for anxiety. I had recently had a c-1 NUCCA (National ...
A: I think you may be right in thinking that this is not the medication for you. Please make an ...
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| advil | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I have a swallowing problem which I have had for about 30 years ( I am now 80). I need to take advil ...
A: The 200 mg tablets are available in capsule shaped tablets and in round tablets. You may find either ...
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| XANAX | 10/28/2007 |
Q: I have a prescription for Xanax PRN. I took .25 mg on Tuesday night at 7 pm and had a drug test on ...
A: The half life of Xanax (alprazolam) is about 15 hours. It takes 5 half lives before the drug is ...
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| I NEED TO LOSE WEIGHT TO HAVE A BABY | 10/27/2007 |
Q: BEFORE TAKING STACKER3 I WANT TO KNOW IF TAKING IT ALONG WITH MY (HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25MG SEROQUEL ...
A: I do not quite understant your question. You said you do not have the money. does that mean you ...
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| Altace/lisinopril | 10/26/2007 |
Q: Are Altace and Lisinopril the same formulation? I was prescribed Altace, but would like to switch to ...
A: Altace and lisinopril are different chemicals belonging to the same class of drugs. They are ...
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| Protonix | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I have been taking Prilosec then Protonix (not at the same time didn't like one tried another) for ...
A: We do not really understand how the drug causes these adverse effects, especially when it is meant ...
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| B.S. in Biology but am now extremely interested in Pharmacy | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I just completed my undergraduate studiess and have a BS in Biology with a minor in Psychology. I ...
A: Probably with your current qualifications you could work as a pharmaceutical representative for one ...
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| False Positive Urine Test | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I recently tested positive for Butalbital or barbituates. I am on Vicodin daily for chronic pain ...
A: False positives depends on the reagents and the test the lab uses. You need to contact the lab with ...
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| possibly starting prozac regime - questions | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I have been seeing counselors for years for depression (possibly dysthymia now) and in the past ...
A: Prozac was the first of a new class of anti-depressants called selective serotonin reuptake ...
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| Estradiol | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I was on Estradiol patch.1mg,and did not get total relief from hot flashes.My doctor told me to cut ...
A: The estradiol patches available in Canada (Estraderm) are not to be cut. Cutting them destroys the ...
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| medicine question | 10/16/2007 |
Q: "I am a social worker who has a client who tested positive for Benzodiazipines. She is taking the ...
A: Non of these are benzodiazepines. Some are opioids. You need to check with the laboratory that ...
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| glucosamine chondroitin complex | 10/16/2007 |
Q: I have some glucosamine chondroitin complex tablets and it says on the bottle, freshness and potency ...
A: The manufacturer does not guarantee potency greater than 90% of labeel claim beyond the expiry date. ...
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| prilosec otc | 10/13/2007 |
Q: my doctor put me on prilosec otc and a different doctor started me on antibiotics. i got a yeast ...
A: Some antifungals (ketoconazole and itraconazole) require acidic environment for optimum absorption. ...
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| drug interaction | 10/11/2007 |
Q: I've been taking HCTZ and Propranolol for hypertension for 15 years..I've started taking ...
A: Phentermine can cause: palpitation, tachycardia, elevation of blood pressure, primary pulmonary ...
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| Birth Control | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I currently switched to the low-dose birth control Zovia (Demulen 1/35-28) after using low-dose Yaz ...
A: When switching from one oral contraceptive to another, if the dosage is not identical it may take 1 ...
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| Lipitor and Lisinopril... | 10/1/2007 |
Q: I'm a 37 yr old male, 5'11" and 230 lbs. I take Lipitor and Lisinopril hctz. I've heard some cons of ...
A: The reasons for not taking prescribed medication are: if you had an intolerable or serious adverse ...
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| Toprol XL versus Metoprolol | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I read the question sent in by lady about her father who was having symptoms on the Metoprolol and ...
A: There should be no problem converting from Toprol XL to metoprolol if an equivalent dosage and the ...
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| Medication effects | 9/27/2007 |
Q: Could 1mg of Risperdal, .5 mg of clonazepam, and 10mg of lexapro leave a person with no feelings? ...
A: It is hard to judge if this is too much medication. That would depend on the person's age, weight, ...
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| Lexapro and Zoloft doseage equivancy | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I am wondering what the Zoloft equivalent of 10 mg of Lexapro is. I know they say 10 mg of Lexapro ...
A: There is not a dosage equivalaency chart for the SSRI's. Zoloft is available in 3 different ...
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| amoxicillin dosage | 9/22/2007 |
Q: Today I was prescribed amoxicillin for my sinus infection. The Dr. told me he prefered a high dose. ...
A: This is a high dose but not unusual. The usual dose is 500 mg three or four times a day. Giving it ...
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| pill | 9/21/2007 |
Q: my friend found a white oblong pill with an upper case e on it. She just moved into a house and ...
A: I am not able to positively identify this pill. The descriptrion you give has about 30 options so ...
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| accutane | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I recently asked a question regarding a side effect of accutane. The side effect I refer to is ...
A: He was started on it in the summer between grades 11 and 12. The acne did not recur. He took it for ...
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| reduclil | 9/19/2007 |
Q: have begun taking reductil for two days. Went shopping to night as usual and bought a big piece of ...
A: I am not familiar with Reducil. I suggest you take the product to your doctor so he can see the ...
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| accutane | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I recently asked a question regarding a side effect of accutane. The side effect I refer to is ...
A: Here is what the manufacturer has to say about this topic. Hyperostosis: Due to possible occurrence ...
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| Methadone | 9/16/2007 |
Q: I have been back on methadone for 6 yrs again was on it for ten years before and was off it ...
A: Methadone and HRT do not interact to decrease the effectiveness of either drug. You need to see a ...
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| thyroid | 9/14/2007 |
Q: I was told to check with a pharmacist about this. My husband was diagnosed with borderline ...
A: Where I pracice we look primarily at the TSH level for adjusting thyroid hormone doses. I do not ...
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| Lexapro and glucose level drop | 9/13/2007 |
Q: I have taken .5 mg of Lexapro for the past two days. In the evening, on both of those days, I have ...
A: This is unusual. My understanding is that Lexapro can cause increase in blood sugar not a drop in ...
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| Squamous metaplasia | 9/9/2007 |
Q: Is squamous metaplasia of the lungs caused by acid reflux and is it curable.
A: Squamous metaplasia of the lungs is a pre-malignant state of cells in the lungs. This is seen in ...
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| generic equivalent to Synthroid | 9/8/2007 |
Q: Is there a generic that is equivilant to Synthroid? Also, is 100MCG a large dose for someone who is ...
A: We in Canada have 2 brand of levothyroxine. They are Synthroid and Eltroxin. They are treated as ...
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| Toprol XL | 9/7/2007 |
Q: Toprol XL vs metoprolol tartrate. Dad has been on TOPROL XL 50mg po qd - for at least 5 years maybe ...
A: The dose your father received may have been too high. I would think that based on what you told me a ...
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| Pill Identification | 9/7/2007 |
Q: I have found several white oval pills with a line through the middle, but no imprint. Any clue what ...
A: There is not enogh information for me to identify this pill. There are too many while scored pills ...
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| Pharmacy Degrees | 9/7/2007 |
Q: I am a high school senior and I'm interested in working in pharmacy. I would eventually like to do ...
A: An advanced degree in pharmacy would lead you to do some research work. You may want also to ...
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| Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I know that Amoxicillin is penicillin,but I would like to know what Clavulanate Potassium is and why ...
A: Clavulinate is a chemical added to amoxicillin which makes amoxicillin effective against bacteria ...
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| Versed (midazolam) | 9/5/2007 |
Q: Does Versed have a retrograde effect? In other words, does it cause you to forget things that ...
A: If it daycare surgery, ie same day admission and discharge, it is standard that the anesthetist ...
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| Augmentin | 9/3/2007 |
Q: My 6 month old was recently given Augmentin for a URI/ear infection. The diarrhea started the same ...
A: The decreased appetite is more likely part of not feeling well and is compounded by the effects of ...
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| cymbalta and welbutrin? | 9/3/2007 |
Q: I take 60mg of cymbalta at night for depression and radiating nerve pain from bad disc's and ...
A: Wellbutrin can lower the seizure threshhold as can Cymbalta. There is a danger that the combination ...
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| Augmentin | 9/2/2007 |
Q: My 6 month old was recently given Augmentin for a URI/ear infection. The diarrhea started the same ...
A: Diarrhea with Augmentin is common. As with all antibiotics, they kill good bacteria as well as bad ...
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| Versed (midazolam) | 9/2/2007 |
Q: Does Versed have a retrograde effect? In other words, does it cause you to forget things that ...
A: My personal experience with Versed is also that I did not remember anything that occured immediately ...
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| constant fullness of right ear | 9/2/2007 |
Q: ithink leading to infection and discomfort can you help me Kind Regards PAUL ...
A: Have you tried decongestants to dry up and drain the fluid? You may have an abnormality with your ...
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| nova-venlafaxine | 8/30/2007 |
Q: i have been having hot flushes for the last few months.i'm 79yrs. I used to get these when i took ...
A: Venlafaxine is indicated for treating depression and anxiety. There is evidence in the literature ...
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| What Pharmacy Careers don't require standing for long periods of time? | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I want to ask what pharmacy careers don't require standing long periods of time. I am planning to ...
A: Hospital and retail pharmacists spend a lot of their time on their feet. I am not sure about ...
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| Combination Drugs | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I have two questions: 1. I am on Losartan 25 mg ( also Amlopdipine 2.5 mg). Is there a better drug ...
A: There are several "sartans" pn the market. Losartan is oldest of this class of drugs and changing to ...
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| urine drug screens for benzos | 8/28/2007 |
Q: i work in a womens substance abuse facility and i recently tested a client that presently takes ...
A: This makes no sense to me either. If a person takes a benzodiazepine regularly, regardless of the ...
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| baldness | 8/26/2007 |
Q: is it true that thre are drugs that can treat baldness and make hair grow
A: Finasteride (propecia) is marketed as a drug that can help with male pattern baldness. I spoke with ...
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| paxil dosage | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I am a 21 year old male. I was prescribed by my family physician Paxil (generic) 20 mg to help me ...
A: The maximum recommended dose for Paxil is 50 mg per day. I have seen a few people on as much as 60 ...
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| Treatment of Hypertension | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I am 37 male Indian, non-smoker, fairly regular food and exercise habits. I was diagnosed with ...
A: Because there is`family history of diabetes and you may be at risk you should stay on some regimen ...
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| How long do I need to wait? | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I am taking ortho tricyclen lo once a day religiously, and up until about 2 and 1/2 weeks ago, have ...
A: Amoxcillin is completely eliminated from te body in approx 8 hours after the last dose. To prevent ...
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| Getting off of lexapro | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I have been taking 10 mg lexapro for almost a year now and I do not feel that I need them anymore. I ...
A: I am not in a position to recommend stopping a medication without medical advice. Seek local social ...
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| alternative to antabuse, naltrexone & campral | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I have heard that there is a new drug on the market to assist alcoholics. I have tried naltrexone ...
A: Antabuse has been discontinued here in Canada. I do not know if it available where you are. ...
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| Peach Oblong Pill | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I found quite a few pills in my daughter's room, oblong and peach, with no imprint of any kind on ...
A: Not having any markings it is difficulr to identify the pill. Have you asked your daughter outright ...
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| proscar | 7/30/2007 |
Q: .I intend to buy Proscar ( 5mg finasteride )and split it into 5 smaller pieces so that i can use it ...
A: Ho Roger, Finasteride (Proscar) may be crushed or split. However pregnant women or women of ...
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| Pharmacy School | 7/27/2007 |
Q: I was wondering, with admissions to pharmacy schools getting more and more competitive, what do ...
A: Admission criteria was different 30 years ago when iI was in pharmacy school. Today I belive they ...
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| Levothroxin | 7/27/2007 |
Q: my husband was diagnosed borderline hypothyroid and the doctor put him on Levothroxin 100MCG, what ...
A: 100 mcg = 0.1 mg. Your husband needs a lower dose if he went from hypothyroid to hyperthyroid on ...
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| Zoloft and SSRI's | 7/27/2007 |
Q: my wife has been on 100mg A dayof zoloft for about 4 years. In recent months we've both noticed a ...
A: I have not seen what you describe as being a result of Zoloft. There may be a change in her ...
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| Lisinopril and pain relievers | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I am taking 10 mg. of Lisinopril daily for high blood pressure and noticed that many of the normal ...
A: hen taking Lisinopril you should avoid using analgesics that contain non-steroidal ...
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| Expired Lorazepam | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I recently found a bottle of prescription Lorazepam in the back of one of my kitchen cabinets. I've ...
A: Your lorazepam pills are well past their prime. They do not deteriorate to toxic substances as far ...
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| expired meds. | 7/24/2007 |
Q: this is gonna be very siil but i got a prescription for cafergot tabs for my migraines. they expired ...
A: Your prescription for Cafergot may be still usable. Check with the drugstore where you purchased it ...
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| Chest pains tightness in chest | 7/22/2007 |
Q: Can this be a pulled muscle in my chest. I've had these symptons before.
A: Chest pains and tightness can be muscular, or heart condition or indigestion. Have yourself checked ...
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| Coumadin | 7/21/2007 |
Q: If someone is taking Coumadin can they also take Mirapex, Cipralex, amitriptyline and Citracal. ...
A: cipralex may potentiate the activity of Coumadin. This is corrcted by adjusting the Coumadin dose ...
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| wellbutrin XL vs SR | 7/20/2007 |
Q: what is the difference between wellbutrin XL and SR ?
A: Wellbutrin SR is designed so that doses greater than 150 mg per day be taken in 2 doses 8 hours ...
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| Nuvaring | 7/20/2007 |
Q: ..Do you know what the refrigeration life of Nuvaring (internal birth control) is? The MD said two ...
A: When refrigerated, Nuvaring is good until expiry date on the box. Once dispensed by the pharmacist ...
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| levaquin 500 mg | 7/19/2007 |
Q: My dad is on this med. and experiencing alot of side effects.. He has a respiratory infection, is ...
A: There are numerous antibiotics which are useful in treating respiratory tract infections. The choice ...
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| Actonel. | 7/19/2007 |
Q: I read in a magazine that people who take Actonel might experience further heart problems if they ...
A: No medication is free of side effects. It is always a balance between risk and drug benefit. In the ...
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| can you help me? | 7/19/2007 |
Q: I am entering my senior year in high school this year. After high school, I plan on attending ...
A: The courses you take in collee towards your degree in pharmacy include: pharmaceutics, mathematics, ...
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| Actonel. | 7/19/2007 |
Q: I read in a magazine that people who take Actonel might experience further heart problems if they ...
A: From what I have read, the concern was about a new once yearly treatment for osteoporosis called ...
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| medications | 7/16/2007 |
Q: i take: warfarin quetiapine escitalipram ventolin flixotide serevent uniphyllin adcal d3 forte im ...
A: Ok, now I have better picture. Do you have blood tests to minitor that your heophyllin is within ...
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| medications | 7/14/2007 |
Q: i take: warfarin quetiapine escitalipram ventolin flixotide serevent uniphyllin adcal d3 forte im ...
A: Have you spoken to your doctor about the effects you may be having form these medications? Can you ...
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| side effect | 7/13/2007 |
Q: Can paresthesia include abnormal temperature sensations? When I touch anything warmer than room ...
A: Paresthesia is more like tingling and numbness. What you are experiencing is called hyperalgesia- an ...
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| Synthroid | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I am taking a generic of synthroid, a daily fiber pill (I'm anemic), and vitamin B-6. I have had ...
A: Are you experiencing any rectal bleeding? You may have hemorrhoids, inflammation, anal lissure, ...
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| Effexor and Alli | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I have been taking Effexor(75 mg) for nearly a year. I have recently started a diet and have begun ...
A: Alli contains the active ingredient orlistat. It works by interfering with the absorption of fats ...
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| missed periods | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I have been taking Effexor( 75 mg) for nearly a year now. Recently, I also began taking Ultram once ...
A: In placebo controlled trials, Effexor XR caused menstrual distrbances in 3% of test subjects ...
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| Medication Problem | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I was prescribed a medication for high blood pressure called metoprolol 25mg because at my doctors ...
A: You must not stop taking your medication before talking with your doctor first. Once a prescription ...
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| tramadol withdrawal | 7/1/2007 |
Q: I am withdrawing from tramadol. It has been 12 days since I have taken any and I am still ...
A: It depends how long you have been on the medication. If you have been on the medication for an ...
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| Depression | 6/30/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me what antidepressant on the market today, most closely matches the discontinued ...
A: Serzone is pretty much in a class by itself. It is unfortunate that it was removed from the market. ...
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| miracleburn | 6/29/2007 |
Q: I was considering Miracleburn as a weight loss supplement. http://www.miracleburn.com. It ...
A: Anything that labels itself "miracle" is likely NOT. I have tried similar products with zero ...
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| help me please | 6/26/2007 |
Q: ok..this question may be a little out of the odd. but here it goes. i am in the united states navy ...
A: This experience just goes to show you the ipmact of second hand smoke. The proof is your own ...
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| transition from Lexapro to Cymbalta | 6/25/2007 |
Q: I am taking Lexapro 20 mg as well as nortriptyline 10 mg (for sleep). I would like to stop the ...
A: You probably need a washout period of 2-3 days before starting Cymbalta as Lexapro has a long hals ...
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| Blood Pressure Medications | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I was on propranolol (Inderal LA) for 6 years and was recently put on Olmesartan Medoxomil (Benicar) ...
A: There are no medications free of side effects or potential ineractions. It is a matter of trial an ...
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| Drug interaction | 6/10/2007 |
Q: My husband is on 80mg/day of Micardis HCT (telmisartan/hydrochlorothiazide)for high blood pressure. ...
A: Dayquil can decrease the effectiveness of Micardis-HCT. This msy be the reason for the dizziness, ie ...
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| Pharmacy school | 6/5/2007 |
Q: Am currently a student a community college but intend to transfer to a four year institution to get ...
A: A background in biochemistry is more beneficial for pharmacy than biology. There is more overlap and ...
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| drug interactions | 6/3/2007 |
Q: Is it safe to take the over the counter diet pill Leptopril while taking the prescription pill ...
A: There are no adequate clinical studies that evaluate interactions between herbs and traditional ...
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| What is this? | 5/31/2007 |
Q: My mother passed away a few months ago with cancer. One of her prescription bottles has two ...
A: Propoxyphene is an analgesic but not a very good one. There are better pain killers than that. In my ...
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| Macrobid Question | 5/28/2007 |
Q: I hope you can answer this - I woke up with a blazing case of Urinary Tract Infection. Of course ...
A: It is unpredictable to know how much potency is left in the 2003 pills. Throw them out. If you ...
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| treating the cause or just the symptom | 5/23/2007 |
Q: My doctor gave me a sample of "Pramosone" (hydrocortisone acetate 2.5% and pramoxine 1%) for ...
A: this will treat the symptoms. Also it is an anti-inflammtory which will shrink the hemorrhoids. ...
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| on decilone forte | 5/22/2007 |
Q: . i'd like to ask what is the side effect or if there's any effect on taking decilone-forte while ...
A: I do not know what Vessel due F is. While taking Prexige and decilone your mother should not have to ...
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| Miracle Burn | 5/21/2007 |
Q: Just curious if it is possible to take my daily dose of Synthroid with Miracle Burn. Are there ...
A: Food supplemets are not routinely studied for interactions with prescription medications. We rely on ...
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| NHS UK gave Amoxicillin past expiry date | 5/17/2007 |
Q: My wife was given Amoxicillin 250 few days ago to treat the UTI, she had been taking it 3 times a ...
A: Amoxicillin does not deteriorrate to toxic products. Expired Amoxicillin is not as effective as an ...
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| calcium peroxide | 5/15/2007 |
Q: What is calcium peroxide? Is it like hydrogen peroxide? It is in my toothpaste. Is it safe during ...
A: Calcium peroxide whe in contact with acidic medium of the mouth becomes hydrogen peroxide and ...
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| combined meds for depression | 5/10/2007 |
Q: I take 20mg of escitalopram oxalate, 150 mg of venlafaxine hcl XR, and 40 mg adderall XR daily for ...
A: This combination puts you at risk for developing serotonin syndrome. Were these all prescribed by ...
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| thyroid | 5/8/2007 |
Q: I have been to my gp after doing the barnes thyroid temp test having had low results all under 35.8 ...
A: Most physicians would not prescribe thyroid hormone therapy without having a low thyroid hormone ...
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| Atorvastatin (Lipitor)/Grapefruit interaction | 5/5/2007 |
Q: The question asked by "Cliff" begged clarification of 'avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice when ...
A: The issue with grapefruit and statins is that he grapefruit juice contains a substance which ...
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| nevibolol and sildenafil | 5/5/2007 |
Q: sir whether nevibolol 2.5 mg in morning, metformin sr 500 mg or (rimonabant once in morningat) 6 pm ...
A: sildenafil acts by re;easing nitric oxide. Nevibolol also acts via nitric oxide modulation. I ...
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| Concerned about Methadone for pain managment and other meds interacting together ... | 5/5/2007 |
Q: I was just prescribed Methadone 5 mg by my pain management doctor and I'm a bit concerned about it. ...
A: Methadone prescribing takes a special skill and not all physicians are licensed or skilled in ...
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| osteopenia | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I am wondering if I can take Actonel and 20mg doxycycline for a combo treatment so that I will ...
A: There is some ecvidence that low dose doxycycline can help prevent dental disease due to ...
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| Piroxicam | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I am 18 years old, about 5ft 8in tall 135 lbs am I have been seeing a specialist for arthritis that ...
A: It is not fully understood why Piroxicam can cause weight gain. One possible reason is fluid ...
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| the effectiveness of expired methylprednisolone | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I suffer from erythma multiforme, which is a less common auto-immune deficiency disease. I am ...
A: At the expiry date a drug is not guaranteed to have greater than 90% potency of label claim. At 3 ...
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| changing from mirtazapine to fluoxetine | 5/2/2007 |
Q: I have been on mirtazapine 45mg for six months but as they are not working my doc wants me to start ...
A: At this point I would reduce the mirtazapine to 7.5 mg every other day for 1 week. Monitor the ...
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| Birth Control Pills | 5/2/2007 |
Q: I have been on the birth control pill Nordette (28) for about 6 years and have been happy with it. ...
A: These brands are not available here in Canada. From what I was able to find on the Net they contain ...
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| gastric acid neutralization | 4/30/2007 |
Q: Brandt, Would you be able to tell me how many mEq of antacid is needed to bring 1.5 liters of ...
A: I have not done these kind of calculations since first year pharmacy- 28 years ago. In real practice ...
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| Replacement for Aggrenox | 4/29/2007 |
Q: I have used Cumadin, Plavix, and other medications after my stroke, the last medicine used on me ...
A: Anticoagulants are the drugs used to prevent a second stroke. You have been through all the ones ...
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| Becoming a pharmacist | 4/28/2007 |
Q: I'm still in high school, but I want to be a pharmacist, but I don't know what steps to take to get ...
A: It takes a minimum of 5 years of post secondary education to become a pharmacist. This includes 1 ...
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| a v block medicine treatment only | 4/28/2007 |
Q: sir pl inform only medicine treatment for a v block for my mother age 71
A: AV block can have many causes. There is no one specific treatment. You need to treat the cause. I ...
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| Norvasc | 4/27/2007 |
Q: My cat might be perscribed this for high blood pressure. I am pregnant. Is there any danger in ...
A: I think the amount of dermal absorption is extremely low unless you have open sores through which ...
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| Cefzil dose doubled halfway thru 10 day course | 4/26/2007 |
Q: Is it common (and safe) to double the dose of Cefzil halfway through the 10 day course? Have been ...
A: The dose of Cefzil is between 250 mg twice a day to 500 mg twice a day depending on the severity of ...
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| Salicylic Acid | 4/24/2007 |
Q: a few years, i found a topical product i really liked. I believe it's out of production now and ...
A: I expect it would mix with oils also. Ointments are oily mixtures and if it mixes in an ointment it ...
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| fluoxetine with phentermine | 4/24/2007 |
Q: I had been taking phentermine for a yr and lost 35 lbs. I quit taking it to start lexapro, now have ...
A: I am not in a position to make that kind of medical decision. Medical decisions are reserved for ...
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| Levaquin | 4/24/2007 |
Q: Eric, Have been checking online regarding side effects to Levaquin. It's late at night and I think ...
A: Cardiovascular effects with Levaqun are reported to have occured in less than 0.3% of people taking ...
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| Bactrim... trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole | 4/20/2007 |
Q: Well, here I am back again. Several hospitals give trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole to prevent ...
A: It is wise to inform the physician of any adverse reactions to other drugs. It may influence the ...
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| Drug interaction | 4/19/2007 |
Q: Is taking Statins for Cholestrol OK when on Hydrea for Thrombocytosis?
A: There is not a lot of information egarding drug interactions with Hydrea. I can only extrapolate ...
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| Percocet | 4/17/2007 |
Q: If I had a prescription from the past and took its contents today, would that prescription still be ...
A: All prescriptions have expiry dates. A wrtten prescription is valid to be filled for 2 years after ...
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| L-Tryptophan and Meds | 4/17/2007 |
Q: Eric Brandt, Is it safe to take Pharmaceutical grade L-Tryptophan with the following meds:? 1) ...
A: An interaction between paroxetine and tryptophan may occur when they are coadministered. Adverse ...
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| Acifex and Anti-acids | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I take lisinopril for blood pressure and Acifex for acid reflux (the kind that attacks the ...
A: Lisinopril is not an antacid. It is an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor used to control blood ...
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| Does generic have the same main ingredientnt | 4/13/2007 |
Q: My doctor told me when I switched to the generic for tranxene that the generic contained the same ...
A: Generics have the same active ingredients as the brand name products they copy. The difference may ...
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| cipro (ciprofloxacin hydrocloride) | 4/13/2007 |
Q: .. I phoned the nurse at my husband's rologist's office to see if they had something more reasonable ...
A: Levaquin has a broader spectrum of activity than Cipro and resistance to it rarely develops. There ...
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| perscription pills | 4/12/2007 |
Q: How many Methadose 10MG pills would equal 1 20MG oxycontin pill?
A: There is no clear conversion from oxycontin to methadone and vice versa. This is because there is ...
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| problem with quinolone antibiotics | 4/11/2007 |
Q: You asked what problem I have with the quinolone antibiotics. I have found at least 80,000 personal ...
A: One person's poison is another person's medicine. There are far more people who benefit from ...
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| Wellbutrin/Fluoxetine mixed with Alcohol | 4/10/2007 |
Q: The next week is my 21 birthday and I'm going out with friends. For about the past two years I've ...
A: Wellbutrin can lower the seizure threshhols as can alcohol. I do not recommend any amount of alcohol ...
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| ephedrine | 4/10/2007 |
Q: could you please tell me a little bit about ephedrine. does it really help with weight lose? I have ...
A: Ephedrine can help with weight loss. Here are the risks of using Ephedrine. Adverse effects from ...
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| MED withdrawal | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I am on flexoril, tramadol, celebrex, lexipro,and workers comp ins company decided to stop allowing ...
A: Tramdol and Lexapro should not be discontinued abruptly. You need to see your doctor about it if you ...
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| safe and effective antibiotic | 4/9/2007 |
Q: Would you mind giving me several safe and effective antibiotics to take after a prostate seed ...
A: There are several antibiotics effective in treating urinary tract infections. The choice of ...
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| stopping lexapro | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I took lexapro for about 16 days. I had such terrible side-effects that I was totally ...
A: Since you took the drug for such a short period of time, and such a low dose that I do not believe ...
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| Coumadin and Miracleburn | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I am taking coumadin and have gained weight because I cannot exercise ATT (at this time) due to a ...
A: There are not many studies involving the use of prescription drugs in general and their interactions ...
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| Cymbalta | 4/6/2007 |
Q: I just started taking Cymbalta, and the doctor gave me samples to try, so I haven't bought it yet. ...
A: The active igredient in Cymbalta is Duloxetine. This product is not yet available in generic form ...
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| pain pills | 4/5/2007 |
Q: my husband has back pain and has been given two different pills. darvocet-n 100 andlortab 7.5 which ...
A: In my opinion Lortab is bay far a superior pain killer than Darvocet. Darvocet's effctiveness ...
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| wierd pill in my med cab | 4/4/2007 |
Q: I cannot find any other site that helps me identify what i put in the bottle I have all kinds mixed ...
A: Sorry I was not able to match this pill to anything in my database. Drug markings vary from country ...
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| I TESTED POSITIVE TWICE FOR AMPHETAMINES | 4/2/2007 |
Q: COULD THIS COMBO BE THE ANSWER? MED LIST:BUPROPION,LISINOPRIL,TRAZADONE, AGGRESTAT, ...
A: None of the meds you take are amphetamines but hydrocodone is an opioid and be that gave a false ...
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| Is it really phentermine or not? | 3/30/2007 |
Q: I ordered phentermine online and what I got no one has yet to identify. The package was postmarked ...
A: I do not recommend buying medications online if there is no contact person youcan talk to directly. ...
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| Levaquin | 3/30/2007 |
Q: My husband will be taking the antibiotic, Levaquin 500 mg for 10 days after a prostrate seed ...
A: Levaquin is an effective antibiotic for urinary tract infections. It is expensive and may not be ...
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| Codeine and Coloscreen diet | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I am a 28 year old female. I am on a restricted diet this week because I need to do a test for ...
A: Acetaminophen with codeine will not affect the result of test for fecal occult blood. Sulfa drugs ...
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| pill id | 3/29/2007 |
Q: i have 2 red and yellow gel capsules no markings do you know what this is. thanks frank
A: There are several possiblities for this description. Without more information I am not able to ...
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| Taking Phentermine | 3/28/2007 |
Q: I just went off my bc pills and am trying to get pregnant. I have been taking Phenermine HCL 30mg ...
A: The sooner you get off phentermine and the longer you wait after discontinuing it before you get ...
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| Depot Lupron | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I am considering taking Lupron for treatment of Endometriosis. I have read a lot about the drug and ...
A: My only experiences with Lupron are in males where it is used to treat prostate cancer. I have also ...
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| cold medications and parkinsons | 3/25/2007 |
Q: I have recently been diagnosed with Parkinson. I have a terrible head cold but notice on all cold ...
A: For dry cough dextromethorphan is effective and will not affect PD. For productive cough guaifenesin ...
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| arthritis | 3/15/2007 |
Q: .My dad who is 70 now and has osteo-arthritis since the last 20 years. He was managing well with ...
A: Acetaminophen (Tyleno) can be very beneficial in controlling pain assiciated with osteoarthritis. ...
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| Pill Identification | 3/12/2007 |
Q: We found pills in son's drawer. Can you identify? Round orange tablet,on side has IP 143 other side ...
A: Sorry, I am not able to identify this pill. It does not match anything in my database. Drug markings ...
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| GREEN, ROUND AND FILM COATED TABLET | 3/12/2007 |
Q: GREEN, ROUND AND FILM COATED TABLET WITH PC 22 ON IT, WHAT IS THIS, ONE SITE WANTS TO CHARGE 8 BUCKS ...
A: Sorry, I am not able to identify this pill. It does not match anything in my database. Drug markings ...
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| doxorubicin | 3/11/2007 |
Q: This is one of the websites where I found the information: ...
A: I quote from the the same site: "Approximately 40% of the dose appears in the bile in 5 days, while ...
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| testosterone replacement therapy | 3/11/2007 |
Q: I recently had a physical and my blood work showed that I have a low testosterone level of 180. My ...
A: Androgel is an effective way to build up yor testosterone level. You can also get testosterone ...
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| pill identification | 3/9/2007 |
Q: I found a pill, it measures 3/16" by 7/16" oblong and white in color with markings on one side: @hf ...
A: Sorry I am not able to identify this pill. Drug markings vary from country to country and from brand ...
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| doxorubicin | 3/9/2007 |
Q: How long till it is no longer present in the blood?
A: The major route of elimination of doxorubicin is fecal. About 40-50% of the drug is eliminated in 7 ...
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| Lozol and PACs | 3/8/2007 |
Q: Is it possible for Indapamide(Lozol) 1.25 mgs taken for just three days could cause heart PACs, even ...
A: Cardiac adverse effects associated with taking Indapamide were reported in about 2% of patients ...
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| what is this pill | 3/7/2007 |
Q: what is a very tiny white pill with the imprint of m2?
A: I belive this pill to be furosemide 20 mg. This is a diuretic- pill used to rid the body of excess ...
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| Medicine | 3/6/2007 |
Q: If my husband took my darvocet and then he took a drug test would it show up as BZO on the drug ...
A: Darvocet is not a benzodiazepine. A drug test showing positive positive for benzo's when only ...
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| Ratio - Lactulose | 3/5/2007 |
Q: I jave diverticulosis and because of periods of constipation been advised by physician to take above ...
A: Lactulose and Metamucil have different modes of action. Lactulose is an osmotic laxative. In the ...
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| depresion | 3/4/2007 |
Q: 53 years old woman has long history of depression. She was treated with various antidepressants many ...
A: Dosulepin is an antidepressant which belongs to a class of drugs called tricyclics. It is a mild ...
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| ditropan/hyperhidrosis | 3/2/2007 |
Q: Due to an unexpected side effect from a neurosurgery procedure I am now a chronic sufferer of ...
A: I do not know of a cure for hyperhydrosis. Yours is especially severe from the sounds of it. I have ...
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| pill identification | 2/26/2007 |
Q: I work at a school and have found a pill with the numbers: 93 2264 on it. Could you please let me ...
A: The pill marked 93 2264 is amoxicillin by Teva. This is an antibiotic. The pill marked A 039 is ...
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| pill | 2/26/2007 |
Q: Small white pill, with a B written on it, what is it?
A: I am not able to identify this pill. Since drug markings vary from country to country and from brand ...
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| tonsilitis | 2/24/2007 |
Q: can you only get rid of tonsilitis with antibiotics or will things like gargling with salt water ...
A: Depending on the severity and the cause of the tonsillitis. If mild, gargling with salt water may be ...
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| pill identification | 2/23/2007 |
Q: I found round, yellow pills coded with LM with an underline and 25 underneath. Can you identify? ...
A: Sorry I was not able to identify this pill using my database. Since drug markings vary from country ...
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| tonsilitis | 2/22/2007 |
Q: when you have tonsilitis does it help to gargle with salt water
A: Gargling with salt water can help tonsillitis. Salt water acts as an antiseptic and can help clear ...
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| Adrenaline | 2/20/2007 |
Q: Eric, I am currently a amatuer boxing coach, and will be very shortly training professional ...
A: Hi Jim, I can not help you with what amount you would use as I have not encountered this situation ...
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| drug interaction | 2/19/2007 |
Q: My husband is taking Cardizem CD, Lisinopril-HCTZ and Levothroxine. I recently read that there coud ...
A: I checked my drug interaction checker program and it did not find an interaction between ...
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| Proton Pump Inhibitors for Children | 2/19/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me identify a few proton pump inhibitors that are used for ...
A: The proton pump inhibitors that are currently available on the Canadian market are: omeprazole, ...
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| oxycodone | 2/14/2007 |
Q: I currently take percocet 10/325. I am concerned about the tylenol. Is the oxycodone 15 without ...
A: Oxycodone does not have acetaminophen (Tylenol). The dose of Xanax should be determined by your ...
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| Drug replacement and reaction | 2/12/2007 |
Q: I was taking 25mg of Adderall XR two times a day, then my doctor wanted me to try Focalin instead of ...
A: adderal contains dextroamphetamine and Focalin contains dexmethylphenidate which is the most active ...
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| Side effects of Actonel | 2/11/2007 |
Q: My wife, 70 years old, was recently put on Actonel. She had no disability, but the physician said ...
A: The side effects should disappear once the medication is stopped. They will likely disappear ...
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| Nausea | 2/6/2007 |
Q: My mother is using Oxycontin but gets nausea and vomits. Is there a way to prevent this. Should it ...
A: Taking Oxycontin with food or milk can help with the nausea. Also taking the medicatin with ...
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| Prilosec vs Prilosec OTC | 1/31/2007 |
Q: Is there a difference between prescription Prilosec (Omeprazole) and Prilosec OTC (over the ...
A: As far as I know there is no difference between Prilosec ans Prilosec OTC. Both contain omeprazole ...
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| diclofenac, naproxen | 1/31/2007 |
Q: I know that one of these is an anti-inflammatory. Both are from November of 2003. Are either of them ...
A: Both of these are anti-inflammtory. They are 4 years old but may still have some potency. Taking ...
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| anti depressants | 1/28/2007 |
Q: .hope you can help! my girlfriend is taking wellbutrin 150 mg/day for seasonal depression. she is ...
A: Cymbalta can cause sleeplessness. It is therefore better to take it in the morning. As a pharmacist ...
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| Prilosec - Omeprazole | 1/27/2007 |
Q: I have been taking prilosec for years now for acid reflux. I am wondering if any of the other drugs ...
A: Omeprazole is available in generic format here in Canada. It is marketed by Apotex as omeprazole 20 ...
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| aggrenox or plavix | 1/26/2007 |
Q: I am a 66yo male ischemic stroke victim, which happened in Nov. 05. I have since been treated with ...
A: Aggrenox contains dipyridamole and ASA. Dipyridamole's mechanism of action is much like that of ...
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| Primaquin | 1/23/2007 |
Q: Sir, How long after completing a two week cycle of Primaquin is it safe to become pregnant or ...
A: Primaquine is virtually undetected in the body after 24 hours of administration. Based on this ...
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| Birth control | 1/23/2007 |
Q: I recently started trinessa birth control. It contains 14 blue pills, 7 white pills and 7 green ...
A: The blue pills are also active pills. They have a different amount of estrogen/progesterone ...
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| Drug Interaction | 1/21/2007 |
Q: I have a question regarding drug interactions. I am currently on 50 mgs of Toprol XL for high blood ...
A: The heart rate lowering of both Toprol and Procardia may be enhanced in that combination but I am ...
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| side effects | 1/18/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me if any research has ever been done to determine which are the most common side ...
A: I have never seen such a study. There are tens of thousands of medications of varying routes of ...
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| Allergic | 1/16/2007 |
Q: My diabete Dr prescribed Glipizide 2.5mg twice a day for me. When I bought this drug at the ...
A: Glipizide is related to sulfa drugs. Some people with sulfa allergies can take this drug depending ...
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| sinus infection | 1/14/2007 |
Q: I am like 95% positive that I have a sinus infection. The right side of my face (under my eye and ...
A: I do not recommend sharing prescription medications. For the antibiotic to be effective if that is ...
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| nicorette | 1/13/2007 |
Q: Is the nicotine in nicorette safe? I started chewing a couple of years ago as a means to 1.) stay ...
A: when used as prescribed the nicotone in Nicorette is safe. No drug is absolutely safe. Nicotine can ...
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| transfer of prescription | 1/12/2007 |
Q: My doctor called in a controlled medication with a refill to my local pharmacy. I filled it and now ...
A: I work in Canada and` I am not familiar with US pharmacy law. I suggest you check with the pharmacy ...
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