| Subject | Date Asked |
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| methanphedimine | 6/19/2009 |
Q: My friend keeps testing positive for amphetamines and swears she isn't using meth. She claims her ...
A: Bupropion (Wellbutrin) should not cause a positive test fotr methamphetamine. You are correct in ...
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| Am I at increased risk of bleeding? why I have malnutrition | 6/17/2009 |
Q: Alan, I hope you can help me because I'm a little bit lost, and I'm sure no one in my country would ...
A: I cannot guarantee that you still may not have a problem with bleeding but the risks should ...
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| Am I at increased risk of bleeding? | 6/16/2009 |
Q: Alan, I hope you can help me because I'm a little bit lost, and I'm sure no one in my country would ...
A: I am maxed out for today. Ask again tomorrow and also why must you take the borage and pumpkin seed ...
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| System effects of steroid creams? | 6/15/2009 |
Q: Galbraith, I was diagnosed with eczema at age 18 and have been fighting it off and on for 20+ years. ...
A: I cannot understand why your doctors are dismissing your complaints as they seem genuine to me. ...
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| bisoprolol | 5/20/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, Many regards from Harsvadan from India. Sir, as you have responded my queries in the ...
A: In my opinion this is a silly statement. Aspirin has been used for well over a hundred years and ...
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| bisoprolol | 5/20/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, Many regards from Harsvadan from India. Sir, as you have responded my queries in the ...
A: I tend to agree with the change to bisoprolol as it is a better beta-blocker for some heart ...
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| Substitute for oral NSAIDs? | 5/18/2009 |
Q: Galbraith, I live in Canada. I'm 34, and not taking any medicine. There's no way I can make this ...
A: If you react to ibuprofen like this it usually matters not whether they are enteric coated or even ...
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| cyproterone | 5/17/2009 |
Q: Why is my husband prescribed this for non-invasive prostrate cancer? Thanks
A: It is usually used with another drug called leuprolelin to suppress testosterone (the male sex ...
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| Withdrawal and increased pain | 5/17/2009 |
Q: I am in month 3 after my second back surgery, 3 fusions to help with pain due to scoliosis. I have ...
A: The main thing to say is that you cannot cut fentanyl patches in half to decrease the dose (in fact ...
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| phobia depression | 5/17/2009 |
Q: my anxiety is not controlling from mitrazapine and etizolam, when i was in india last month one ...
A: Without knowing your weight and height, your BP and cholesterol (HDL and LDL) levels it is difficult ...
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| Xanax and Halcion | 5/16/2009 |
Q: Galbraith, You stated that the long term use of Xanax will cause ...
A: All benzodiazepines will cause brain damage if used for long periods of time and most are ...
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| HRT | 5/16/2009 |
Q: What is your opinion of continuous HRT.
A: This is somewhat controversial if you believe many of the reports appearing in recent years which by ...
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| Drug ID | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I have found a round, orange tablet with 75 on one side and 4 scores on only one half of the other ...
A: It is almost certainly clopidrogel (Plavix) and drug similar to aspirin on the blood. It prevents ...
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| drug test | 5/15/2009 |
Q: But i have never done it and i had told my soon to be wife about it and she broke down and started ...
A: Ubnfortunately the system does not keep rejected questions so could you re-ask and I'll answer asap. ...
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| phobia depression | 5/14/2009 |
Q: my anxiety is not controlling from mitrazapine and etizolam, when i was in india last month one ...
A: Yes, sertraline does usually delay ejaculation without normally interfering with libido (although it ...
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| mixing medication | 5/14/2009 |
Q: Is it okay to take adipex and hydrocodone together?
A: There has been no reported interactions here and theoretically there should not. However, new ...
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| Chromium's effect on kidney function | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I am a healthy 25 y/o active female.A couple of years ago I was taking a greentea fatburner with ...
A: Some protein in urine is very common and although yours is higher than what I would consider normal ...
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| Duloxetine | 5/13/2009 |
Q: My friend has been put on Duloxetine for depression. He has been on it for two months and is getting ...
A: I cannot understand a locum being so bloody-minded - they are there to help not hinder. These ...
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| Lexapro | 5/12/2009 |
Q: My daughter is 15 years old and takes 20 mg of Lexapro daily for OCD and anxiety. It seems to help ...
A: There have been no reports to my knowledge of Lexapro leading to depression of the immune system so ...
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| Starting Cymbalta | 5/9/2009 |
Q: My doctor took me off Luvox/fluvoxamine (100 mg.@night) & prescribed Cymbalta (for GAD) @ 30 mg. the ...
A: Unfortunately, there is drug drug interaction between these two antidepressants which can lead to ...
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| drug/alcohol interaction | 5/8/2009 |
Q: Will taking Bupropion XL (Wellbutrin XL) with hard alcohol on an empty stomach interfere with the ...
A: Alcohol should not in any way interfere with the absorption of extended release preparations of any ...
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| Valtrex and Amox-Clev | 4/30/2009 |
Q: i understand that valtrex is for herpes. but my partener who i was involve with is talking valtrex ...
A: Amox-clav is often used for sinusitis but Valtrex - never. Valtrex can be used for several viral ...
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| Swine flu vaccine | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I was that one person in New York who actually got the swine flu vaccination in 1976(I think it was) ...
A: The current swine flu virus has mutated from that which occurred in 1976 and the vaccine produced ...
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| amoxicillian and alcohol | 4/27/2009 |
Q: Will drinking alcohol while taking amoxicillin make me throw up or have negative effects on my ...
A: I cannot say any more as there is no interaction between alcohol and any of the penicillins. What ...
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| Doxycycline dosage harmful to loved one via bodily fluids? | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I've just started taking 100mg of Doxycyline per day (to continue for a week, after which I am to ...
A: I think you are worrying unnecessarily and can see no problems at all. I have never heard of such a ...
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| IBS/Antibiotics | 4/26/2009 |
Q: Galbraith: My question is regarding irritable bow syndrome caused by intestinal bacterial ...
A: Rifampicin is related to rifamixin but should be reserved for very serious infections such as TB, ...
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| False-positive | 4/25/2009 |
Q: Do false positives appear in both urine and blood? ANSWER: Dear Eve Yes, they can and ...
A: In the US false positives are becoming increasingly common and many of the experts on this site ...
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| IBS/Antibiotics | 4/24/2009 |
Q: Galbraith: My question is regarding irritable bow syndrome caused by intestinal bacterial ...
A: There are many antibiotics useful here and some should be available in Israel. I would recommend in ...
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| Ulcers | 4/24/2009 |
Q: G., I recently was in a vehicle accident and am being treated for wicked headaches and I am ...
A: Flexeril can cause abdominal pain on its own even without having ulcers even though this is ...
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| marijuana | 4/23/2009 |
Q: Galbraith. As i said before, this is a research paper on " The major negative effects of marijuana ...
A: 5. I do not believe marijuana has any positive effects when used for non-clinical reasons. The use ...
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| marijuana | 4/22/2009 |
Q: Galbraith. As i said before, this is a research paper on " The major negative effects of marijuana ...
A: As this questionn is comparitively long, I'll send the answers bit bit by bit over the next few ...
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| tazotarene | 4/22/2009 |
Q: Treatment of psoriasis involve alternating a steroid cream and a non-steroid cream like ...
A: Striae etc are common with prolonged corticosteroid use but these sometimes are better to put up ...
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| Clindamycin Hydrochloride | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I am in the UK. I had all my wisdom teeth extracted on 15/04 and was prescribed Clindamycin ...
A: Your symptoms sound as if they could be caused by the clindamycin although severe diarrhoea would be ...
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| Venlafaxine | 4/19/2009 |
Q: I have taking Venlafaxine for 6 months for hot flashes. It worked for about 4 months but now hot ...
A: These could very well be withdrawal symptoms (but remember this drug is not addictive). Withdrawal ...
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| phobia depression | 4/18/2009 |
Q: i am 29 years old unmarreid man, suffering with phobia depression since last 2 years, i have taken ...
A: Mirtazapine does not usually cause loss of libido and is worth a try but it can cause drowsiness ...
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| Tinidazole - possible cause of muscle twitching/jerking? | 4/15/2009 |
Q: About a month ago I took a single dose of Fasigyn (Tinidazole) (2g i think) for a Giardia infection. ...
A: Convulsions and neurological disorders occur in about 1 in a thousand patients on tinadazole and are ...
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| Tinidazole - possible cause of muscle twitching/jerking? | 4/15/2009 |
Q: About a month ago I took a single dose of Fasigyn (Tinidazole) (2g i think) for a Giardia infection. ...
A: Yes, it could be the tinidazole but after the two weeks break I would think it unlikely. You are ...
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| irbesartan side effects | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I have been prescribed irbesartan to treat hypertension, I have noticed that since starting the ...
A: There are so many classes of anthypertensives that you really need guidance from your prescriber who ...
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| Valium | 4/12/2009 |
Q: How long dour tou have to be on Valium before you are going to go thru withdrawals aT 10MGS ADAY FOT ...
A: It usually takes at least three weeks on most bnzodiazepines before addiction/withdrawal symptoms ...
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| phobia depression | 4/11/2009 |
Q: i am 29 years old unmarreid man, suffering with phobia depression since last 2 years, i have taken ...
A: Paroxetine can cause loss of libido but not normally. However, it commonly can delay ejaculation, in ...
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| more potent steroid and tapering down to less potent ones | 4/9/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, I had asked you recently several queries for my psoriasis disease. I alwayys visit ...
A: This could make sense even though I am not familiar with this protocol. (Not being a dermatologist) ...
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| clobetasole or mometasone | 4/8/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, Many many regards from Harsvadan from India. I have a psoriasis for which I was ...
A: Clobetasol propionate is more potent than the mometasone so should work better and I see no valid ...
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| mometasone | 4/8/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, I am highly indebted to your web and your section for providing correct guidance ...
A: Clobetasol propionate is more potent than the mometasone so should work better and I see no valid ...
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| mometasone | 4/7/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, I am highly indebted to your web and your section for providing correct guidance ...
A: Very strange that I get two more or less identical questions from India within 20 minutes! Anyway I ...
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| clobetasole or mometasone | 4/7/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, Many many regards from Harsvadan from India. I have a psoriasis for which I was ...
A: Good to hear from you again. I need some more information from you before I can answer your ...
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| hydrocodone in urine | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I was recently rx'd tramadol and hydrocodone (50 mg and 5 mg respectively) and will be undergoing an ...
A: Hydrocodone should be all gone from your system in about 36 hours but the tramadol can linger for up ...
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| False positives in drug testing | 4/5/2009 |
Q: Doctor, I am involved in a probation program and am taking Urinalisis test for recreational drug ...
A: All the pharmacy panel on this site get frequent questions on these false positives for every ...
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| Benadryl 25 mg | 4/2/2009 |
Q: I recently had gotten hives and had to take a Benadryl. However i am in a drug program and get ...
A: The active ingredient of Benadryl will probably show up in tests but I doubt anybody would be ...
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| Genetic Polymorphism | 4/1/2009 |
Q: Question on polycyclic hydrocarbons. I am struggling to find an article of resource that will help ...
A: Try to get your local library (preferably a university one) to get hold of the proceedings of the ...
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| di-gesic | 3/31/2009 |
Q: I started taking di-gesic after an eye operation about 3 years ago. I was given a choice of pain ...
A: I only suggested not going cold turkey because of the potential distress it would cause especially ...
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| methodone | 3/30/2009 |
Q: my 82 yr old mom takes percet for back pain. today when she went to her pain doctor the urine test ...
A: Percocet contains oxycodone which has a similar action to methadone but is chemically dissimilar so ...
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| di-gesic | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I started taking di-gesic after an eye operation about 3 years ago. I was given a choice of pain ...
A: First of all don't worry about the Diane and the Aropax (the latter may keep you from worrying ...
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| recreational drugs | 3/27/2009 |
Q: i have a seriously low blood count and iron levels and was just wondering if that could play any ...
A: I doubt your blood situation will be related to the ecstasy. It could be that since this drug is ...
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| leg pain from narcotics | 3/27/2009 |
Q: I am have been on various narcotics presently roxicodone for crohns disease and other medical ...
A: It certainly sounds like withdrawal symptoms and they can be difficult to control. In the past ...
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| shampoo | 3/26/2009 |
Q: My dr has suggested Danclear shampoo containing KETOCONAZOLE 2 % W/ W + ZINC PYRITHIONE 1 %. Earlier ...
A: None of these will help much with psoriasis as they are mainly used for treating dandruff which is ...
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| meds | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I have a problem: I am currently on 20 mg. Citalopram (Celexa) p/day for depression, but am ...
A: Although some people have complained of constipation from using citalopram the incidence is not much ...
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| Lamictal | 3/25/2009 |
Q: My psychiatrist just diagnose me with Bipolar! He want to put me on Lamictal I heard serious blood ...
A: The main danger (but rare)from Lamictal is a life-threatening skin rash but if the drug is slowly ...
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| false positive for benzos | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I had a false positive for benzos on a urine drug test. I take esgic plus (generic form) which ...
A: None of these drugs should cause a false positive for benzos but thay may be interested in the ...
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| volunteer work | 3/24/2009 |
Q: i comleted B.pharmacy in INDIA.i am looking for pharmacy assistent job in adelaide.i am eligible for ...
A: I am not a pharmacist but a pure pharmacologist with no real knowledge of pharmacy. I suggest you ...
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| Wellbutrin SR and XL (or bupropion) | 3/23/2009 |
Q: I've read that the difference between the two is that SR is designed to be taken in two 150mg doses ...
A: Drug companies do not normally release how their slow release preparations are exactly formulated. ...
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| phobia depression | 3/23/2009 |
Q: i am 29 years old unmarreid man, suffering with phobia depression since last 2 years, i have taken ...
A: I suggested mocobemide because it does not usually affect libido. I have appended the list of ...
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| MS OVERDOSE | 3/22/2009 |
Q: DR. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP. DO YOU KNOW OF ANY OTHER CASE OF KIDNEY FAILURE AND MS OVERDOSE. TOO ...
A: Here is a reference to the above query with the relevant abstract. I have no doubt that further ...
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| phobia depression | 3/22/2009 |
Q: i am 29 years old unmarreid man, suffering with phobia depression since last 2 years, i have taken ...
A: I am not sure whether they are available in India or not but either trazodone or moclobemide may ...
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| MORPHINE OVERDOSE | 3/21/2009 |
Q: I'M A 51 YR OLD FEMALE. I AM IN END STAGE CAD,PAD,COPD TRIPLE A,TRIPLE BY-PASS,A VERY BAD BACK,ALOT ...
A: Renal failure in particular can cause an increase in morphine and morphine glucuronides (which are ...
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| urine drug test | 3/20/2009 |
Q: Will Xanax,Valium and klonopin show up separatly in a urine test?And how long do they stay in your ...
A: They all belong to a group known as benzodiazepines and will show up as such in a non-specific test. ...
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| false postive drug test | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I recently was given prescription of loratadine & pseudoephedrine from my doctor, I was drug tested ...
A: It is possible that pseudoephedrine could show up as an amphetamine in a routine analysis as they ...
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| Constipation/Impaction in PD-LBD | 3/19/2009 |
Q: My Q is about useful treatments of severe chronic constipation, retained flatulence and frequent ...
A: I tend to agree with what you have found already in that they may or may not be useful. I am not ...
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| Constipation/Impaction in PD-LBD | 3/17/2009 |
Q: My Q is about useful treatments of severe chronic constipation, retained flatulence and frequent ...
A: I do not know much about this drug as it is not available in Australia. However, I have studied the ...
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| frequency of BP checks | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I work in LTC, how frequently is it necessary to check BP on elderly residents who take ...
A: I would say daily is unnecessary, weekly should be fine. However, one must follow protocol and not ...
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| compatability of drugs | 3/16/2009 |
Q: Take propananol and digoxin regularly. Have cold. Can I also take dayquil and nyquil?dtji7 Live ...
A: Digoxin is a problematic drug when it comes to drug interactions and should only be used under ...
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| Would you give advice?Question from a curious american. | 3/15/2009 |
Q: Dr. Ravindra Bhaskar Ghooi i just have quick question for you and hope that the information is ...
A: There is nothing that can positively mask amphetamine detection by an efficient and attested ...
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| mixing diet pills | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I have been taking a diet pill called slim up and I have 2tbsp of acai berry juice in the morning. ...
A: I will point out that the latest research shows that there is no such thing as cleansing or ...
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| re:sleep deprivation and valium withdrawal | 3/14/2009 |
Q: After 20 years of being on valium - 20mg - I withdrew, with the help of anticonvulsants. I took my ...
A: I agree that your symptoms are due to sleep deprivation. However, the treatment of this needs ...
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| Propranolol follow up and effexor xr | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I would not be worrying about the Effexor at all, combined with propranolol or not. It can only but ...
A: I actually considered whether the propranolol was to help with your panic attacks (as it can) but in ...
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| Lunesta and urine drug testing | 3/12/2009 |
Q: , I was recently asked randomly to do a urine drug test. I don't know if I passed or not. 2 ...
A: There should be no problems with the Lunesta as it is cleared from the body very, very quickly ie in ...
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| Celebrex | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I was recently prescribed celebrex for shoulder pain. After researching it on the internet I had ...
A: Celebrex is a relatively common pain killer/antiinflammatory drug that has been used frequently for ...
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| can i mix mdma (extacy) with citalopram? | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I've recently been prescribed with Citalopram and a couple of days ago i mixed it with mdma, ive ...
A: MDMA on its own is dangerous and can cause death without mixing it with any other psychoactive drug ...
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| lacic acid + clobetasol+salicylc acide+urea | 3/9/2009 |
Q: What does the cpmbnation of a clobetasol+salicylic acid+lactic acid+urea signify. What is the ...
A: I should have added that all these substances also help to decrease the scaling of the psoriasis but ...
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| i had kidney transplant and using tenormin 25mg and haveing problem in erection sexual conditions | 3/6/2009 |
Q: what kind of medications should i use for bag sexsual conditions and having very less erection i am ...
A: Caverject is expensive and needs to be stored in a freezer. The cost for 2 injections of the lower ...
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| i had kidney transplant and using tenormin 25mg and haveing problem in erection sexual conditions | 3/5/2009 |
Q: what kind of medications should i use for bag sexsual conditions and having very less erection i am ...
A: Firstly you really need to speak to your urologist as this question is included in his ...
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| urine drug test positive for benzo's | 3/5/2009 |
Q: I'm a nurse in AZ and had a urine drug test that came back positive for benzodiazepines. First of ...
A: Valerian and passion flower extracts do contain some mild sedatives but they are not related to ...
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| dose for secnidazole | 3/3/2009 |
Q: please let me know that secnidazole 1gm is the right dose for deworming . Age 61 years product ...
A: Secnidazole is no good against the common parasitic worms. It is mainly used against certain ...
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| Chlord/Clidinum | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I have been sick for over a week now and I wanted to research the drug my gastro prescribed me when ...
A: The drugs combination you have been given nor the colonoscopy can cause any change in bacteria in ...
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| oroxine | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I have no thryroid glands anymore due to goirte and I have been on oroxine for a number of years but ...
A: I have not heard of Oroxine causing itching even if too high a dose is given. I doubt very much if ...
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| help | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I am currently taking hydroxyzine Pam 50mg, and Bupropion 100mg, I had a drug test earlier and it ...
A: Neither of these drugs are related to benzodiazepines and should not show positives. False ...
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| Sertraline and flax seed oil | 2/19/2009 |
Q: Last week I had a pre employment medical which returned what I know is a false positive for ...
A: I cannot see how flaxseed oil would interact with sertraline to cause a false positive for ...
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| metrogyl(400) | 2/18/2009 |
Q: i had a tooth pullen out and the dentist said that its safe to have metrogyl as i am breast feeding ...
A: It is not advisable to breast feed while taking Metrogyl as it is secreted in breast milk and could ...
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| please help! | 2/17/2009 |
Q: what would a whole bottle of celexa 40 mg do to you?
A: You sound as if you need help, please telephone the Samaritans in your area or see a psychiatrist as ...
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| False positive for xanax | 2/17/2009 |
Q: What may or can cause a false positive for xanax on a drug test? Thanks, -tristan
A: With proper and precise analytical techniques there should be no false positives for Xanax although ...
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| Nosocomial Infection | 2/17/2009 |
Q: i know that There are soo many nosocomial infections caused by soo many different bacteria, ...
A: The 5 top bacteria are: Clostridium difficile (severe enteritis); Staphylococcus aureus (Methicillin ...
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| false positive for methadone | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I live in the United States so i hope you can help me being that you're in Australia. I am on high ...
A: All the pharmacy panel on this site get frequent questions on these false positives for every ...
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| Selenium-Smell | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I've added selenium to my daily vitamins. The problem is that--at least for the brand I bought--the ...
A: Selenium compounds all have a strong smell belonging to the same group of elements as sulphur. Smell ...
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| swallowing a pill | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I have difficulty swallowing pills. Can you tell me specfically the best way to swallow a pill ...
A: It mainly depends on size and consistency. The smaller ones and those that are sugar coated are ...
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| OCPD | 2/15/2009 |
Q: after much reading I've identified with the symptoms of OCPD tremendously! what medications are ...
A: Both Concerta and Adderal have the potential to worsen OCPD and should be avoided even though they ...
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| banned medication | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me by giving some names of banned and dangerous pain relieving ...
A: There are plenty of banned drugs but there are none to my knowledge that have been used for pain ...
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| Pexeva and Paxil - the weight gain issue... | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I've been given Pexeva at 10mg/ to try as an alternative to prior SSRIs taken, all of which I've ...
A: I agree with you that Pexeva being the same as Paxil (paroxetine) will have the same effects. I ...
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| Metolazone | 2/12/2009 |
Q: Sir, I am on Tenormin Amlodepine and Losartan and Indapamide SR 1.5 My bp is controlled. Recently ...
A: Good that your family doctor agrees that HCT (same as HCTZ)may be a better alternative to indapamide ...
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| Metolazone | 2/12/2009 |
Q: Sir, I am on Tenormin Amlodepine and Losartan and Indapamide SR 1.5 My bp is controlled. Recently ...
A: You probably do need some more control but I am unconvinced that metolazone will be any better than ...
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| Metolazone | 2/12/2009 |
Q: Sir, I am on Tenormin Amlodepine and Losartan and Indapamide SR 1.5 My bp is controlled. Recently ...
A: You say your BP is under control but then you say that you get a rise in BP in the evening so I am ...
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| Piracetam | 2/11/2009 |
Q: Will piracetam cause a false positive on a drug test? ANSWER: Dear Greg No but false positives, ...
A: False positives are usually due to faulty analytical procedures rather than a particular substance, ...
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| Valerian root | 2/11/2009 |
Q: The results of a recent urine drug screen showed positive for benzodiazepines -temazepam and ...
A: All the pharmacy panel on this site get frequent questions on these false positives for every ...
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| Long term Pain control | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I am a 40 yr old female. I have had daily chronic migraines for the last 4 yrs. I have had extensive ...
A: I cannot help but wonder why they put you on Tylenol which is not all that good in people with liver ...
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| hope u can help me | 2/8/2009 |
Q: alan galbraith i hope u can help me. ive had some dental work last week and the dr put me on ...
A: There is no real valid reason why Augmentin cannot be taken in pregnancy at any stage. It is a very ...
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| bentyl and mild esophagitis | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I was recently prescribe Bentyl for abdominal pain and i was also diagnosed with mild esophagitis! i ...
A: In the US Bentyl is contraindicated in reflux oesophagitis usually due to a hiatal hernia but it is ...
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| Niacin Dosage | 2/7/2009 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I am going to start taking Niacin to help improve my cholesterol and triglyceride ...
A: It is better to take niacin (nicotinic acid, vitamin B3) spread out over the day rather than all at ...
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| pain management for chrones discease | 2/6/2009 |
Q: What are my options on pain medication for chrones discease. I have taken elevil 100mg 1x@night (I ...
A: This pain is almost certainly coming from the Crohn's and probably needs a narcotic analgesic. I ...
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| Caplet Fluzet | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I have a symptoms of fever,running nose, headache uneasiness for which dr gave me fluzet which is ...
A: You do not seem to have finished the question but I'll tell you what each drug does. ...
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| birth control | 2/4/2009 |
Q: when i first stared my period i was real irregular, sometimes i wouldn't even get a period within ...
A: It is very unlikely that you are pregnant if you stopped while taking the dummy tablets and had sex ...
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| pain management for chrones discease | 2/4/2009 |
Q: What are my options on pain medication for chrones discease. I have taken elevil 100mg 1x@night (I ...
A: Before answering this question I must know the type of pain (ie situation etc) you are experiencing. ...
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| Citalopram vs. Lexapro or Effexor | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I read a previous answer by another expert on this site that citalopram can be as effective as the ...
A: In Australia the recommended minimum dose for citalopram is 20mg day up to a maximum of 60 mg per ...
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| paxil | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I was prescribed generic paxil ( paroxetene) 20mg once a day. After the first dose, within an hour, ...
A: I have detailed below some of adverse effects of paroxetine for your information. However, it could ...
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| Question about Melatonin Suppliments as Sleep Aid | 1/31/2009 |
Q: Galbraith, Although this isn't in your stated area of expertise, you seem to have some knowledge ...
A: Sorry for the delay but for some reason or other I only received this question now (2/2/9). I would ...
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| false positive on urinalysis screening | 1/31/2009 |
Q: Galbraith, First let me thank you for donating your valuable time. I recently took a urinalysis drug ...
A: All the pharmacy panel on this site get frequent questions on these false positives for every ...
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| Ritalin & Klonopin on Drug tests | 1/31/2009 |
Q: I am bipolar and 2 of the meds I take are narcotics Ritalin(& Concerta) and Klonopin. I was required ...
A: These drugs are not narcotics although both are abused. (Narcotics are heroin, meperidine etc). They ...
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| Lipitor side effects -can I take a different statin? | 1/30/2009 |
Q: I have been on 80 mg. of Lipitor for several years with no side effects. I have a stent in the heart ...
A: Low back pain can occur with Lipitor and it sounds as if your liver is affected too. It is likely ...
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| cilnidepine | 1/29/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, My brother's wife aged 64 has hbp and was on losartan 100 with HCTZ 12.5 Due to bp ...
A: Cilnipidine is a similar drug to amlodipine being a calcium channel blocker but has reportedly less ...
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| Anxiety and Depression? | 1/28/2009 |
Q: Dr. My Primary Care Doctor prescribed 150 Wellbutrin XL for Depression and Anxiety. He also gave me ...
A: Wellbutrin does work on anxiety but as you say may take up to six weeks. If it does not help in this ...
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| heart rate control meds | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I am taking 25mg of Atenolol two to three times a day to control Tachycardia . If I am on Atenolol, ...
A: I am with you now and would suggest that in consultation with your cardiologist that it may be ...
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| Adderal | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I was recently prescribed Adderal (sp?) for anxiety. I take Lexapro. I would like to know whether ...
A: I am not sure what you mean here? ie Adderal or Lexapro for PTSD. Anyway, I am very surprised that ...
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| Dermatitis /use of steroid creams | 1/26/2009 |
Q: . i have written to you before concerning my sons(22mth old) skin condition. We live in Tokyo so ...
A: What you are doing is fine but as you said there is probably a trigger but they are very often ...
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| Dermatitis /use of steroid creams | 1/26/2009 |
Q: . i have written to you before concerning my sons(22mth old) skin condition. We live in Tokyo so ...
A: Steroid creams are invaluable in the treatment of dermatitis and other inflammatory conditions of ...
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| cutting estratest in half | 1/25/2009 |
Q: Can I cut estratest in half rather than getting the HS?
A: Why do you want to half them? Anyway I see no problem in doing this as far as action is concerned ...
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| heart rate control meds | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I am taking 25mg of Atenolol two to three times a day to control Tachycardia . If I am on Atenolol, ...
A: The use of two betablockers together is generally discouraged, although there may be no problem ...
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| adderall | 1/23/2009 |
Q: i have been taking adderall(mixed amphetamine salts) 90 mg./day for about 5 yrs. how long does it ...
A: This is very variable and depends upon many factors but the minimum time would be 80 hours (ie 3 ...
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| enalapril | 1/21/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, I have troubled you a lot in the past. I am hypertensive on Tenormin 100 Amlodepine ...
A: Sorry again I got it wrong but had no way of telling that your BP was not under control. My opinion ...
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| enalapril | 1/21/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, I have troubled you a lot in the past. I am hypertensive on Tenormin 100 Amlodepine ...
A: I can see no reason for putting you on an ACE inhibitor if you are already on an ARB (losartan). If ...
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| enalapril | 1/21/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, I have troubled you a lot in the past. I am hypertensive on Tenormin 100 Amlodepine ...
A: In most persons HCT is as good as indapamide but may have a slightly stronger diuretic action. I ...
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| nexium and other such medications | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I've been on either prilosec, aciphex or nexium for 12 years due to a bleeding ulcer...I tolerate ...
A: Nexium should not interfere with the absorption of any drug. Neither should it or the Diovan cause ...
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| am I having withdrawals? | 1/19/2009 |
Q: I've been taking Novo-venlafaxine xr since october 08. I'm now on day two of not having any pills. ...
A: Even though venlafaxine is non-addictive, sudden cessation can cause withdrawal symptoms like you ...
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| actonel and evista | 1/18/2009 |
Q: taking both medications to help with osteopenia. age, 48, premature ovarian failure. can these ...
A: The Actonel will almost certainly be contributing to the bone pain and it may be that you need a ...
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| question | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I was just wondering if you've heard of the drug Ran-Zopiclone? My friend told me that she took FIVE ...
A: This drug is essentially non-toxic at this dose on its own and five would only put you into a deep ...
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| Remeron and Methadone | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I am writting with a question about treatment of pain with Methadone (hich I am currently on)and ...
A: I have appended below the possible interactions taken from drugs.com. As you can see there are ...
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| paxlin | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I was curious does paxil show up in drug screens and if it does not, why. And if there was a drug ...
A: Drug screens look for anything unusual and Paxil will show up but since it is not really abused, I ...
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| Currently taking Adderall, Lunesta ,Alcohol, workout supplements and their side effects | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I am 26 years old and I have been taking Adderall for the past 4 years. My current prescription is ...
A: I think your main problem is the Adderall which can cause all the problems you list and combined ...
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| please help me with a false positive for benzos | 1/8/2009 |
Q: i had a problem with xanax but have not takin any since i got in trouble. i went to rehab tonight ...
A: With the proper precise and accurate analysis available today there is no reason for false positives ...
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| Fastin | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I am trying to get a better job and of course have to take a drug test. Does fastin show up in a ...
A: Fastin is slightly related to the amphetamines and may show up on an urine drug screen - it all ...
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| quiz | 1/6/2009 |
Q: ANSWER: Dear Mouin Try qedoc.org and pharmainfo.net/gate-quizzes/ for medicinal chemistry quizzes ...
A: Like you I find they are no good, I should have checked. Try ...
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| High SGPT | 1/6/2009 |
Q: Sir, My SGPT level is 83 though I am not alchoholic My pcp was telling me that pain killers, ...
A: I am assuming your level is 83 u/L as different countries use different measurements. The normal ...
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| Need Help Sleeping | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I am 19 years of age and live in the UK. I have recently moved back in with my mam after living in ...
A: Probably the best drugs available OTC are some of the older type antihistamines which can be quite ...
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| Dicloflex with naproxen? | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I have recurring pain in my wisdom tooth as it is cracked and i am awaiting extraction. I was ...
A: It is OK to take the dihydrocodeine and either the Naproxen or Diclofex but not advisable to take ...
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| Toresamide | 1/3/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, I express my warm regards and Happy New year 2009. I am hypertensive male on ...
A: Amlodipine can cause swelling especially around the ankles but this is not an adverse effect that ...
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| clobetasole or mometasone | 1/3/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, Happy New year and warm regards. I have a psoriasis under control In 2000, it ...
A: I am surprised that you are having difficulty getting betamethasone with salicyclic acid as if it is ...
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| expiration on amox clav | 1/3/2009 |
Q: Is it safe to take amox clav tablets 2 years after the expiration date? Will it still work?
A: Antibiotics are probably the most unstable of all drugs and generally do not keep well past their ...
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| urine drug screen | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I took a 120mg of metadat-cd {ritalin}, double my dose yesterday to stay awake at work. I took it at ...
A: The dose you tool was fairly high but since you are taking what is, I presume a prescribed drug ...
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| Purpura and aspirin | 12/23/2008 |
Q: Sir, As I am hypertensive male-50 years, dr suggested to take aspirin as a prophylaxis But within 3 ...
A: Aspirin can cause many skin eruptions but not usually purpura to my knowledge unless you already ...
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| Temazepam | 12/18/2008 |
Q: A friend of mine has been having problems sleeping for a while now, and has just told me that he's ...
A: For sleeping 10-20mg is usually enough and if he continues to use it he will become addicted ...
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| restavit and zoloft | 12/18/2008 |
Q: im in australia.I am a wreck, 32 years old and i just want to fall into the big black pit that waits ...
A: Sertraline should show some effect after about 10-14 days rather than the 6 weeks that you have been ...
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| What happened to Eucalyptamint? | 12/17/2008 |
Q: A while back, there used to be a drug called Eucalyptamint for muscle pain relief. Now, I can no ...
A: The Eucalyptamint still available will do just as well for muscle pain as for arthritis. I do not ...
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| Birth Control and Migraines, increased risk of stroke? | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I have been getting migraines my entire life. At one point they were hemiplegic. They haven't been ...
A: There are connection between migraines and strokes so do not worry about that. OCPs can sometimes ...
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| Lipitor | 12/16/2008 |
Q: After taking just one pill it caused a reaction in me which was anxiety. I do have anxiety issues ...
A: Lipitor very, very rarely affects the brain and if it does it usually manifests itself as dizziness. ...
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| serepax 10mg | 12/16/2008 |
Q: Dr,my wife has been suffering with depression for a long time. In conjunction of this is deprived ...
A: I am slightly confused here as Serepax is a proprietary name for oxazepam. I am not really ...
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| microgynon contraceptive pill | 12/16/2008 |
Q: i have just finished my previous 21 day pack of pills and am going on holiday and dont want to come ...
A: Yes, it is fine to do this with Microgynon but only for one cycle. Occasionally some women will ...
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| addvise please | 12/13/2008 |
Q: sir i am taking warfarin blood thinners could you please tell me if i can take viagra thank you ...
A: There is no recorded interaction here except in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Since ...
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| paroxetine | 12/11/2008 |
Q: I am 50 years male had been taking lexapro 10 for anxiety and my dr has now tapered off the dose.I ...
A: Paroxetine is used for premature ejaculation which is not really related to erections although this ...
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| Where to get shingles vaccine | 12/10/2008 |
Q: My doctor recommended that I get the shingles vaccine. (I am 67.) However, while he wrote me a ...
A: Sorry I cannot give you the exact information that you want but if you telephone ...
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| expired diazepam | 12/10/2008 |
Q: I found an old bottle of diazepam with the expiration date of 2004, its now 2008. Is there any risk ...
A: Diazepam is fairly stable except if it has been exposed to moisture and secondarily heat. It may ...
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| Muscle Relaxers & drug-screens | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I take drug tests twice weekly for alcohol, but I believe my Probation officer may test for other ...
A: As both these drugs are occasionally abused they could very well be found in a drug screen. I advise ...
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| aldactone 100 vs generic | 12/9/2008 |
Q: many years ago i was put on aldactone 100 twice daily for pcos. After a while, the pharmacy found a ...
A: I really need to know what country you live in as brand names differs so much. Anyway as most ...
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| IGT and metformin | 12/7/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir,Sir, I am male/51 years and hypertnsive on Tenormin 100 Losartan 100 Amlodepine 10 and ...
A: Metformin is probably the best drug as it can help, not just your blood glucose but your weight. It ...
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| Paxil and Ativan | 12/7/2008 |
Q: My name is Amy. I suffer from Generalized anxiety disorder and have from the age of seven, and I am ...
A: Please do not take Ativan and if you are driving or even helping to drive this as it can severely ...
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| Question | 12/6/2008 |
Q: how are you going? My name is Christina and I live in Australia. I was just wondering if either of ...
A: Nasonex when used as a nasal spray is not absorbed appreciably into the circulation to cause any ...
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| Fatiguability | 12/5/2008 |
Q: Sir, I had a problem of fatguedness in the evening tiredness leg cramps and weaknesses. I am ...
A: Your weight will not help this fatigue and also by lowering it a bit your hypertension will probably ...
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| Prevacid and Anaphranil | 12/4/2008 |
Q: Do these drugs interact to cause tachycardia? Someone suggested that they do, but the TCA can do ...
A: Sorry Robert but protein pumps do not enter the equation. Dear Robert Both can cause tachycardia ...
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| Prevacid for Scarred Esophagus | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I was hoarse and my doctor diagnosed acid reflux which had scarred my esophagus. I told him I ...
A: No Karen I cannot see it producing any permanent damage. Dear Karen It certainly sounds like ...
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| Darvocet/ Sexual Side Effects | 12/3/2008 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I read your answer in response to the question about darvocet and sexual side ...
A: Darvocet, while being similar, in some respects to morphine is much less addictive. Addiction is ...
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| loratadine and estrogen | 12/3/2008 |
Q: I have been going to fertility clinic for a year now. My estrogen levels are very high every month. ...
A: I would be very surprised if loratadine would raise oestrogen levels. Have they tried clomiphene ...
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| side effects | 12/1/2008 |
Q: Recently I did a fisrts semen test and that concluded: volume:2.4 ml, count 26 milj /ml 10% ...
A: Neither of these drugs have been reported to cause oligozoospermia. However, in Australia this would ...
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| GORD | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I am taking omeprazole at the moment. I find it ok, but from late afternoon and at night i have a ...
A: Nice to see GORD instead of GERD. There is no problem taking omeprazole and ranitidine as you ...
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| Fentanyl withdrawal | 11/29/2008 |
Q: I am currently withdrawing from fentanyl. Was on 75mcg for 18 months. I feel pretty bad unless I ...
A: The Robaxin may help in controlling muscle pain but the oxycodone will only take over from the ...
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| Mixing two diffrent Antibiotics | 11/26/2008 |
Q: Am I able to take Cephalexin @ Metronidazole at the same time. I have a burning sensation and ...
A: Yes, but you would be better to have an antibiotic sensitivity test done on the bacteria causing the ...
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| medication half-life | 11/26/2008 |
Q: I am an instructor and was researching drug half-life in connection with urine toxicology screens. ...
A: Just clearing my intray as this came though twice. Dear Sandy This is essentially true for most ...
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| lycopene | 11/25/2008 |
Q: Sir, when a person is taking SURBWX XT Each gelatin-coated tablet of Surbex XT provides:Pyridoxine ...
A: Nicotinamide is B3 so there are no B1 thiamine and B2 riboflavin in this tablet so you would need a ...
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| Ranitidine Vs Nexium | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I'm asking this question after reading your response to the Nexium vs Ranitidine question asked by ...
A: Yes you can take both these drugs together but I do not see the point as Nexium on its own can ...
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| heart arrhythmia's | 11/22/2008 |
Q: I have severe high blood pressure,i was sent to Vanderbilt Hypertension clinic,i don't go back until ...
A: I would advise you to go to your local ER department as these dysrhythmias need to be assessed asap. ...
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| plavix and urinary tract infections | 11/21/2008 |
Q: My dad has been on plavix for about 5 years now since his stroke. My question is: For the past month ...
A: Sorry if it appeared that I did not understand your question but I did, but answered it ambiguously. ...
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| plavix and urinary tract infections | 11/21/2008 |
Q: My dad has been on plavix for about 5 years now since his stroke. My question is: For the past month ...
A: It is true that the incidence of UTIs are increased slightly while taking Plavix but actually why is ...
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| klonopin(generic brand) | 11/20/2008 |
Q: i started off by taking 3 0.5 milligrams of klonopin a day. started this 31/2 months ago. im down to ...
A: Anyway, this is a very low dose that you are taking and if you can stick to this you should have no ...
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| Re: hypertension | 11/19/2008 |
Q: Gailbraith, I am a 37 year old male who live in the United States. I am 5ft 9in, weighing in at ...
A: Obviously from your results something has helped lower your cholesterol and perhaps it is the Lovaza ...
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| Interaction between a GNC product and Effexor XR | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I am taking a daily dose of Effexor XR (75) and would like to know if it's ok to take GNS Womens' ...
A: There is no reported interaction here and would doubt very much that one would arise but the ...
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| gastrointestinal & throat problem | 11/19/2008 |
Q: For the last month I have been experiencing constant mucus in my throat especially when I swallow. ...
A: The change in climate could very well be a factor but the cause needs to be ascertained much more ...
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| Re: hypertension | 11/18/2008 |
Q: Gailbraith, I am a 37 year old male who live in the United States. I am 5ft 9in, weighing in at ...
A: Hypertension is very often what is called idiopathic ie no really identifiable cause. In your case ...
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| SSRI | 11/18/2008 |
Q: Sir, Does long term use of SSRI like lexapro impair the cognitive functions? Secondly, are SSRI ...
A: It is unusual but possible for cognitive functions to be slightly impaired eg some people become ...
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| glycine | 11/18/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, I was taking aspirin ( ECOSPRIN 150 by USV)Recently my doctor has today prscibed ...
A: The glycine is an amino acid and is used to counteract the acidity of the aspirin in the stomach and ...
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| Antibiotic Concern | 11/17/2008 |
Q: On Friday morning (now it is Sunday afternoon), I had my #30 tooth extracted. I am very ...
A: I am still a bit surprised that metronidazole was not suggested as it is very commonly used to treat ...
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| Antibiotic Concern | 11/16/2008 |
Q: On Friday morning (now it is Sunday afternoon), I had my #30 tooth extracted. I am very ...
A: Yes, I partially agree with you regarding clindamycin is not the safest of antibiotics but that does ...
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| Nexium 40 mg | 11/16/2008 |
Q: Galbraith, I am currently taking Nexium 40mg twice a day and have been since September of 2007. By ...
A: Obviously I did not know H. pylori had been eliminated from the diagnosis but this further ...
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| i failed a urine drug test... | 11/15/2008 |
Q: what medications raise your thc level? I take 800mg ibuprofen: 25mg hydrochlorot: 6.25mg carvedilol: ...
A: None of the drugs you mention should cause a false positive for THC. False positives are relatively ...
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| Switch from Prozac/Buspirone to Lexapro | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I am a 50-year-old female with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. I have been taking up to ...
A: I agree with your doctor here regarding the Prozac and buspirone and you need a change. It is ...
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| A Mess! | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I guess I have a simple question but I am confused about person who I thought was my ...
A: Your friend/associate is definitely addicted to and actively abusing fentanyl and probably other ...
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| Wellbutrin | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I have a client who takes Wellbutrin and Prozac. She recently tested positive for Benzodiazipines. ...
A: Neither should cause a positive for benzodiazepines. The binding to receptors has nothing to do with ...
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| contact dermatitis - 19mth olD | 11/13/2008 |
Q: ..I live in Tokyo...and my 17 mth old son has had some skin issues since he started eating ...
A: The scratching will have caused the infection so its better to try to control the dermatitis and the ...
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| false positive drug screen | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I was taking an over the counter med containing dextromethorphan as a cough suppressant. Shortly ...
A: Considering the amount of this type of question received by me and others on this site, there is ...
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| Wellbutrin XL | 11/7/2008 |
Q: Why are you not supposed to take Wellbutrin if you have ever been diagnosed with an eating disorder? ...
A: The reason is that it can in some people cause a loss of weight and in others a gain in weight. It ...
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| paxil | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Sir, Male-30 yrs recently married suffering from PE advised by dr to take paxil-20 one hour before ...
A: I do not completely understand your question. Could you please clarify ie are you taking Paxil ...
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| Ciprilex | 11/5/2008 |
Q: my doc recommended cipralex last week because of my general anxiety. I have had panic attacks in the ...
A: Xanax and Clonex will not usually cause a weight gain but in a fit person like yourself could cause ...
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| Stability of THC in Oils | 11/4/2008 |
Q: THC is frequently formulated in sesame oil. Is there anything special about sesame oil? Would corn ...
A: I would think going on my knowledge of oils that any lipophilic drug (ie fat loving like THC) would ...
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| drug effects | 10/30/2008 |
Q: .... Firstdoes alcoholism affect serotonin level in brain? If so, would 5_HTP be of any help to ...
A: Alcoholism does affect serotonin levels and some drugs which modify serotonin activity have been ...
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| synthroid | 10/28/2008 |
Q: what cold medication can I take while taking synthroid?
A: It is probably best to avoid those with decongestants eg phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine, ...
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| Dangers of Preservatives in Injectable medications | 10/28/2008 |
Q: I heard that the preservatives in multi dose vials of injectable medications can be dangerous. what ...
A: The only preservative that may have caused problems in children was one called thiomersal (which is ...
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| Mild Tranquilizers | 10/28/2008 |
Q: I'm currently seeing a psychiatrist at an outpatient treatment facility. My time with the program is ...
A: Vistaril is an antihistamine with tranquilising and sedative properties so is likely to make you ...
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| about Prozac | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I'm writing to have an opinion. I am under treatment for recurrint depression since three months ...
A: Escitalopram may be better than Prozac for you. There is no telling until a trial of the drug is ...
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| Mild restirction on PFT | 10/25/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, Once again to bother you as regards my wife for the current medicine. In fact me my ...
A: Very easy this time - and I would say 5mg was equivalent rather than 10mg but as the drug is not ...
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| Mild restirction on PFT | 10/25/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, Once again to bother you as regards my wife for the current medicine. In fact me my ...
A: Tenormin is referred to as cardioselective ie it affects the blood vessels and heart more so than ...
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| query of a pharmacy student | 10/24/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, This is with regards to the article on Nebivolol which strongly supprots the use of ...
A: I am not convinced that nebivolol is any better for hypertension but for hypertensive asthmatics it ...
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| theophyline | 10/24/2008 |
Q: Is Theophyline,Monteuklast and Bambetrol similar drugs.
A: They are all very different drugs although all used for asthma. That is they exert their effect on ...
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| Indapamide or ditide | 10/23/2008 |
Q: I am takinh Indapapmide 1.5 SR However I consulted internist who suggested to take cheaper Ditide ...
A: Benzthiazide and HCT are very similar in action and I would not like to say which is better. Really ...
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| aldactone 100 vs generic | 10/22/2008 |
Q: many years ago i was put on aldactone 100 twice daily for pcos. After a while, the pharmacy found a ...
A: Drear Karen Allexperts keeps a copy of all questions aske to me and there is no record of a follow ...
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| diet pills | 10/21/2008 |
Q: .ive been hearing lately about a drug that help for weight loss ,,,,its said that its a substanse ...
A: The only drug(s) that I can think of are those which inhibit an enzyme in the body called AMPCK (the ...
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| Clonezopam | 10/21/2008 |
Q: I am taking Clonezaoam to help control an essential tremor which affects my jaw and left arm. I ...
A: Clonazepam does act as a sedative and often causes daytime drowsiness especialy in the first week or ...
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| Domperidone | 10/18/2008 |
Q: I am taking Domperidone (10mg, twice a day) for very mild gastroparesis. About three weeks after I ...
A: I do not think that this is due to the domperidone cent sure. My only suggestion is the same as your ...
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| Bipolar Meds-Side Effects | 10/17/2008 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with Bipolar I, and I used to be on Risperidone (5 mg), Lithium (1800 mg), and ...
A: This is a very difficult case and thus not easy to address from afar. The movements are the easiest ...
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| SRP (science reaserch project) | 10/15/2008 |
Q: i knew that you might be able to help me and i am asking for a few questions on aspirin. #1.what is ...
A: Nice to know someone reads the compliments and I hope I answer your question to earn more! 1. I am ...
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| mood disorder | 10/12/2008 |
Q: sir am going to marry a girl who is on 500mg depakote,she was dignosed with boderline of mood ...
A: The only problem here is that it is best not taken in the first 3 months of pregnancy as there is a ...
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| LEXAPRO WITHDRAWAL | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I have gone 'cold turkey' off of Lexapro 10mg (Escitalopram)about 2-3 months ago, which I now know I ...
A: You should not still be suffering from withdrawal symptoms from escitalopram after this period of ...
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| ecstasy and bi-polar disorder | 10/10/2008 |
Q: Dr. Alan Galbraith, I am 17 years old and i have recently discovered that i have a bi-polar mood ...
A: I suppose what you say is possible but I must admit I am not too familiar with this effect of ...
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| Venlafaxine | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I find that Venlafaxine makes me feel very dizzy and I feel super tired and sleep 12 hours a night. ...
A: Strange that you over eat as it is more common to lose weight while on venlafaxine but adverse ...
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| petrolatum/white vaseline | 10/9/2008 |
Q: Alan galbraith; im using a Norweigian cream for my sons eczema; it contains Petrolatum, ...
A: Why not try one of Ego's sunscreen preparations which can protect the skin during submersion. Test ...
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| drug interaction | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I am taking sarafem (fluoxetine) 10mg a day. The pamphlet says not to take ibuprofen. I am a ...
A: The problem with fluoxetine and ibuprofen is that bleeding times may be increased and this has the ...
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| petrolatum/white vaseline | 10/8/2008 |
Q: Alan galbraith; im using a Norweigian cream for my sons eczema; it contains Petrolatum, ...
A: Yes, there have been some suggestions that petrolatum can be implicated in causing some cancers, ...
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| hydrocodone | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I need some help or maybe at the least answers. First off let me start by saying thank you for ...
A: There is no doubt in my mind that both you and your husband are addicted to opiates and need help to ...
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| Medication | 10/5/2008 |
Q: Drug test Question i have been in prednisone and Immuran about 2 months. In 2 weeks i have to ...
A: Yes, both these drugs can be picked up in an analysis but as none are really abused and you are ...
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| Thyroxine Tablets | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I have thyrodism. I've been taking Eutroxsig Thyroxine Tablets for approx. 2 years and have just ...
A: It is best with potent (drugs which act at a very low concentration) to stick with the same brand as ...
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| Rx and BPH | 10/2/2008 |
Q: Galbraith, Although my urologist has essentially ruled out BPH (in my 50s) since I don't have ...
A: I am slightly confused with your question but am assuming you take the hydrocodone or tramadol for ...
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| vivotif vacine | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I'm taking a trip to south east Asia and wanted to know that to your knowledge does vivotif react ...
A: There is no problem here except that marijuana use in SE Asian countries is strictly taboo and can ...
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| Fentanyl patch | 9/30/2008 |
Q: I have a question regarding the Fentanyl patch. I have just started the patch 2 weeks ago. It is 12 ...
A: Both the itch and nausea can be caused by the fentanyl and hydroxyzine should help them both but it ...
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| aspirin | 9/30/2008 |
Q: My brother, aged 62 is hypertensive and taking losartan 100 HCTZ 25 and Atenolol-100 and aspirin 75 ...
A: The intern is probably worried about the effect aspirin can have on the gastric and duodenal mucosa ...
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| is it safe to take amox clav two weeks past its expiration date? | 9/28/2008 |
Q: will something bad happen or is it just less effective?
A: If it is tablets or capsules it should be OK but if a suspension it will not be OK. It should not be ...
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| unisom and zoloft | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I actually have a couple questions. I have been taking zoloft 150mg for several years for OCD. I ...
A: It is best to increase Zoloft slowly as a fast increase in dose can exacerbate adverse reactions ...
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| drug test | 9/25/2008 |
Q: I have been taking 0.5mg of Clonazepam 1-3 times per day for about 4 years now.Along with other ...
A: This is the opposite of many, many questions on drug tests. Usually people are reporting false ...
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| First Time to Take This Medicine | 9/25/2008 |
Q: I have been given many antibiotics since I had open heart surgery on Valentines Day. Now I have ...
A: This is really impossible for anyone to answer unless we know what antibiotics previously caused the ...
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| Severe OCD | 9/25/2008 |
Q: my 19 year old son has severe OCD. Max dosages of Zoloft and Luvox didn't help. What should he be ...
A: He may need changed to a completely different group of drugs in consultation with a psychiatrist. ...
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| Treatment of pernicious anemia | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I have pernicious anemia and self inject 1000mcg of cyanocobalamin - it was monthly for approx two ...
A: Your symptoms do sound like vitamin B12 deficiency which is not being adequately treated which is ...
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| PTSD/anxiety and xanax | 9/24/2008 |
Q: GalBraith, I'm a burn survivor. I'm 32 now, but was burned when i was 16 yrs old. I tried to free ...
A: You certainly have had a hard time and deserve complete sympathy for your extremely traumatic ...
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| Expired Wellbutrin | 9/23/2008 |
Q: Hey there buddy, I have a bottle of Wellbutrin/Bupropion that expired in 04. I'm wondering if it's ...
A: The smell is almost certainly due to decomposition of the Wellbutrin. The only thing I can advise is ...
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| ..stopping a course of antibiotics after 1 day!!???? | 9/19/2008 |
Q: ..I live in Tokyo...and my 17 mth old son has had some skin issues since he started eating ...
A: I tend to agree with your doctor from a distance of several thousand miles (Perth, WA) that it will ...
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| ..stopping a course of antibiotics after 1 day!!???? | 9/19/2008 |
Q: ..I live in Tokyo...and my 17 mth old son has had some skin issues since he started eating ...
A: The rule now for antibiotic therapy is to continue the dose for two fays after the symptoms have ...
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| lanoxin | 9/17/2008 |
Q: My mom recently has cardiac arrest, and now has fibrillation of the heart.One of the drugs ...
A: Lanoxin can cause abdominal pain although this is not common. It is also possible that this pain is ...
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| Mixing over the counter medications | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I am concerned about all the medications my fiance is taking and wanted to know if the combinations ...
A: I would say that this could very well be a case of doctor shopping. Lexapro and Wellbutrin are ...
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| Fluoxetine to Citalopram | 9/15/2008 |
Q: My son has been on fluoxetine 20 mg for 10 years but has recently been switched to citalopram 20 mg ...
A: I am pretty sure that these are not withdrawal effects but adverse effects of the citalopram, ...
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| False possitive for Benzos | 9/13/2008 |
Q: Galbraith, I am in a drug free living facillity in Delray Beach FL. I was in Detox just about one ...
A: All members of this section of Allexperts.com are receiving multiple questions very similar to ...
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| comparrison | 9/11/2008 |
Q: i would like to know the difference between methadone treatment compared to suboxone treatment for ...
A: Both Suboxone and methadone are drugs which act like morphine, heroin etc on the body and thus when ...
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| rabeprazole | 9/11/2008 |
Q: 1)why we are using sub coating for delayed release products eg:rabeprazole ,omeprazole 2)what is the ...
A: The pK1 value of rabeprazole is 4.53. I am not an expert on pharmaceutics but I believe the sub ...
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| quiz at work for nursing | 9/9/2008 |
Q: having a quiz at our work place concerning telephone verbal orders. Order is: You have Vancomycin ...
A: I assume you are using a syringe pump and that is what I’ll base my answer on. You would need 4 ...
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| ssri's | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I had been prescribed Prozac for slight depression and as a temper aid. It worked out well for 3 ...
A: it helps a lot. Cymbalta is used for diabetic neuropathy but has been successfully used for other ...
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| Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) Anxiety | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I started Wellbutrin XL 150 mg/day about four weeks ago for moderate depression; have also been ...
A: An increase in anxiety can happen with Wellbutrin therapy and may dissipate with time but this ...
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| ADHD and extacy | 9/6/2008 |
Q: Ive taken extacy 4 times and none of those times did i feel anything and i was just wondering if ...
A: Many people do not respond to some drugs due to what are known as drug idiosyncrasies. This is why ...
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| Breakthrough bleeding | 9/6/2008 |
Q: "Hi, I'm 18 years old and started using birth control (Levlen ED) in May this year. In between the ...
A: Sometimes breakthrough bleeding can persist for quite a few days. If you think it is becoming really ...
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| Fentanyl withdrawal | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I was recently taken of Fentanyl. I am now experiencing tightening of the skin on my hands and ...
A: This is not a usual symptom of withdrawal but I suppose it could be a manifestation of goosebumps ...
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| valium withdrawal | 9/4/2008 |
Q: After years on 5 mg of valium prescribed for sleep, I took myself off cold turkey. I have suffered ...
A: Below are details regarding Valium withdrawal taken from Addictionsearch.com. I do not have any ...
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| valium withdrawal | 9/3/2008 |
Q: After years on 5 mg of valium prescribed for sleep, I took myself off cold turkey. I have suffered ...
A: I do not quite agree with your doctor regarding withdrawal from a small dose does not exist. ...
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| Wellbutrin and Adderall | 9/2/2008 |
Q: Can I take Wellbutrin XL and Adderall together? Is it safe? I have heard that ADHD meds can help ...
A: You really should be discussing this with a psychiatrist as the treatment of ADHD with underlying ...
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| Fish Oil and Ester C | 8/31/2008 |
Q: Galbraith, I keep hearing on some radio talk shows that one should always purchase "pharmaceutical ...
A: I believe most of the stuff aired on chat shows etc is all hype and I doubt very much that the grade ...
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| suddon stop of efexor-XR | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I have been taking efexor-XR for 12mths for the last 6mths my doctor has doubled my dose to 150mg ...
A: I think that you should be seeing your doctor again asap as there must have been a reason why your ...
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| Am I too short? | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I am in 7th grade. I have a real concern. I am almost 13 and I am only almost 5 feet tall. I have ...
A: There is no diet that can help increase your stature and do not believe anyone who tells you ...
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| Wellbutrin and Adderall | 8/29/2008 |
Q: Can I take Wellbutrin XL and Adderall together? Is it safe? I have heard that ADHD meds can help ...
A: It is usually OK to mix these two drugs but there is a risk of inducing seizures (slight but ...
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| Alcohol withdrawal | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I have been taking alcohol heavily for about 5 years now but it has become intensed in the last one ...
A: There are no problems at all with withdrawal of cyproheptadine and it is completely non-addictive. ...
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| Alcohol withdrawal | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I have been taking alcohol heavily for about 5 years now but it has become intensed in the last one ...
A: There are not many drugs that can be used to stimulate the appetite and the only one in regular use ...
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| Medications | 8/24/2008 |
Q: Is it safe to take cardizem 180 with pantoprazole sod? Thank you>
A: Thee are no reported interactions between these drugs and therefore it is very unlikely that their ...
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| lisdexamfetamine)+ buprenorphine and naloxone) | 8/23/2008 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I live in Florida, USA. I am a 38 year old woman. My question is, I was a ...
A: You certainly have had a traumatic time. It is unusually but very possible to become addicted to ...
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| Alcohol withdrawal | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I have been taking alcohol heavily for about 5 years now but it has become intensed in the last one ...
A: Yes, these are the symptoms and you may even experience more. It is very difficult to stand up to ...
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| vicodin effects on future pregnancy | 8/16/2008 |
Q: i have a number of herniated discs in my lower back and since i was advised i will need surgery in ...
A: There is no real identifiable problem in taking Vicodin when pregnant if it is really needed for the ...
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| Isoniazid | 8/15/2008 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I have recently been diagnosed with inactive TB. It has been suggested that I start ...
A: The interaction between antibiotics and the OCP is real but only of any significance with the ...
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| Chronic Pain Meds during pregnancy | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I had a serious back and neck injury in 2000 and have been on 60 mg LA Morphine daily for the past ...
A: There is no evidence that morphine or related drugs cause any harm to the fetus although it has been ...
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| Diet Pills | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I take 250mg of effexor xr daily for depression and anxiety and I was wondering if taking the ...
A: There should be no problem with combining Effexor with Hyroxycut. No one can guarantee this as ...
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| probable angina | 8/11/2008 |
Q: i am 25 yrs, i am not fat but i have been having pains in my chest for some time now. some times its ...
A: Pains in the chest can have multiple causes and an expert diagnosis is absolutely a must. Vitamin E ...
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| Aricept for MS patients | 8/9/2008 |
Q: My wife is currently in the secondary progressive stage of MS. Her cognitive deficits are ...
A: If Aricept is ceased and further deterioration proceeds than it could be tried again to arrest ...
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| Aricept for MS patients | 8/8/2008 |
Q: My wife is currently in the secondary progressive stage of MS. Her cognitive deficits are ...
A: Aricept usually only works for a limited time (very variable though) and as you say is expensive but ...
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| Vyvanse.. | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I have an interesting question. I can't seem to find the answer anywhere. Some background: I'm a ...
A: As you say Vyvanse has not been reported to cause orthostatic hypotension but this does not mean ...
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| Cannabinoid Levels | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I have a client who upon a fatal accident was found to have the following "Cannabinoid ...
A: You really need a toxicologist to answer this question. I am not aware of any studies that link the ...
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| withdrawal | 8/7/2008 |
Q: DX with small siezures 2001 put on clonzapam .5mg TID. Then through herniated disk 4 and 5 pain ...
A: The Suboxone should be helping to alleviate the withdrawal symptoms from the Percocet and you may ...
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| Which anti-depressants | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I need to take anti-depressants and I am getting anxious about the side affects. I did take them ...
A: I need to know what antidepressants you were taking 10 years ago before I can really give you an ...
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| Chronic pain & Pregnancy | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I am a chronic pain patient currently seeing a pain management specialist. I have a decent case of ...
A: I can understand your concern here and wish to have a baby. As you have been previously told, the ...
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| reactions OR virus | 7/16/2008 |
Q: My daughter ,24 yrs., whenever takes antibiotics she develops painfu blisters in the mouth. This ...
A: I am appending details regarding the commonest types of mouth blisters with treatment from Patient ...
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| drugs | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I took decilone forte and appetens for 3 weeks back in 2000, i gained weight which wia what i ...
A: I would not advise taking Decilone for the purpose of weight gain as it has many possible adverse ...
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| reactions OR virus | 7/15/2008 |
Q: My daughter ,24 yrs., whenever takes antibiotics she develops painfu blisters in the mouth. This ...
A: It is possible that antibiotics could cause an exacerbation of a herpes infection but I cannot see ...
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| false/positive drug results | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I'll try to make this short, I continue to test positive for cannabinoids, I'll list my drugs and ...
A: Endocannabinoids are a fact but they are chemically dissimilar from THC and the likes and as far as ...
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| Collitis | 7/4/2008 |
Q: My husband has been diagnosed with collitis(and this is most probably due to the bad drinking water ...
A: I still cannot be of much help as colitis does not occur in the stomach but the colon (large bowel). ...
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| Exercise effects on THC level in Urine Drug test? | 7/3/2008 |
Q: First I want to tell you a little about myself. I am a over weight female, weighing about 300lbs and ...
A: I would say that exercise could theoretically mobilise THC from fat stores and help in the excretion ...
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| Collitis | 7/3/2008 |
Q: My husband has been diagnosed with collitis(and this is most probably due to the bad drinking water ...
A: I suspect that the colitis is not just due to bad drinking water but may be due to another ailment ...
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| Pain Mgmt UA | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I have DDD in my l5-s1 discs and l4-l5. Torn annulus. It hurts so bad sometimes I can barely walk. ...
A: The drug in Lortab, namely hydrocodone should be completely out of the system after 3 days but ...
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| Exercise effects on THC level in Urine Drug test? | 7/1/2008 |
Q: First I want to tell you a little about myself. I am a over weight female, weighing about 300lbs and ...
A: I am really sorry here that I cannot give you a very positive answer. You seem to have researched ...
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| Mosparide and Itopride similar ? | 6/30/2008 |
Q: Is there any difference between Itopride and Mosapride because I am suffering from GERD Dyspesia and ...
A: I know of no study which has directly compared the action of itopride with mosapride but going on ...
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| Chronic Neurological Lyme Disease | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have chronic neurological Lyme Disease, and Just started I.V. Rocephin after being off it for 8 ...
A: Usually the Herxheimer Reaction is self-limiting and only lasts for a few hours. Lyme disease can ...
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| Urine test positive for Darvocet-I do not take Darvocet | 6/27/2008 |
Q: Good day Doctor, My husband and I suffer from Chronic pain. We both see the same specialist who ...
A: Yes, it is common to give both fast acting and timed release forms of pain killers, so this is OK. I ...
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| Welbutrin and Adderall Interacgtions | 6/27/2008 |
Q: My wife was taking 200mg of Wellbutrin 2xper day and then added 25mg Strattera added. As days ...
A: I have appended the details regarding taking Adderall and Wellbutrin (from Drugs.com). You will note ...
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| Urine test positive for Darvocet-I do not take Darvocet | 6/26/2008 |
Q: Good day Doctor, My husband and I suffer from Chronic pain. We both see the same specialist who ...
A: I am a bit confused here – I am assuming Darvocet (propoxyphene) showed up in both urines and that ...
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| Altering Eltroxin dosage | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Galbraith, I saw your previous reply to a thyroid medication inquiry. I was wondering what ...
A: The dose is worked out by measuring TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone or thyrotrophin) levels in ...
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| Ativan taper schedule | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I am currently trying to taper off of 4mgs daily of Ativan. I have made it to 3mgs a day, but the ...
A: As clonidine can cause a certain amount of drowsiness it is best taken at night. It is not easy to ...
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| Wellbutrin XL | 6/24/2008 |
Q: just wondering what is the difference between taking two Wellbutrin XL 150mg and just taking one ...
A: Like you I do not think there will be any difference, whether you take the one 300mg or 2 x 150 mg. ...
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| taenia solium | 6/23/2008 |
Q: ive been travelling in central america for quite a while and staying in very rural areas. been sick ...
A: If you are infected with Taenia solium, you should really seek medical advice as the eggs found in ...
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| Effexor makes me sick/nauseous | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I am in the U.S. I have been prescribed Effexor for migraine (as well as Lyrica and Propranolol and ...
A: The problem almost definitely is the combination of Effexor with a triptan. This combination can ...
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| pregnancy medication | 6/21/2008 |
Q: i have crohns dis which is bad at the moment. i am taking 10mg of prednisolone and im 6wk ...
A: Please find below the details on prednisone or prednisolone use in pregnancy. Please note that ...
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| pregabalin | 6/21/2008 |
Q: Sir, For rpoblem of burning feet/sole, I consulted internist who suggested me take Pregnabalin-76 ...
A: This is a low dose. The maximum recommended dose is 500mg per day. Adverse effects are much less ...
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| Fatal dose | 6/20/2008 |
Q: Donot read into this question. What is considered a fatal dose off lisinopril as I accidently took ...
A: There is no recorded fatal dose of lisinopril as it is essentially non-toxic. The only effect would ...
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| pregabalin | 6/20/2008 |
Q: Sir, For rpoblem of burning feet/sole, I consulted internist who suggested me take Pregnabalin-76 ...
A: Yes,Pregabilin is frequently used for diabetic neuropathies of which burning soles/feet is a ...
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| taking 2 medicines together | 6/18/2008 |
Q: Im currently taking Concerta 72 mg once a day for chronic fatique syndrome, I also take abilify and ...
A: There are no reported interactions between any of these drugs. This does not necessarily say that ...
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| false etoh results | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I was told by an endocrinologist RN that she found on your site false positives for etoh in urine, ...
A: Yes, alcohol can be produced in urine by bacteria that may be causing a urinary tract infection ...
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| wellbutrin for occasional use | 6/13/2008 |
Q: i would like to take wellbutrin for PMS, but i don't want to have to take it continuously. is it ...
A: I have added some material from the Mayo Clinic for your perusal. Wellbutrin can be included in the ...
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| Parathyroid and vitamin D blood tests | 6/12/2008 |
Q: Galbraith: Can the following blood tests be affected by the following psychotropic medications: ...
A: I have found some info for you. Schizophrenics sometimes have problems with calcium status but a ...
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| Possibly inacurate alcohol test? | 6/9/2008 |
Q: About a month ago, I was driving (and lost in an unknown area) without my glasses. While I was ...
A: Neither two normal size drinks nor these two drugs sshould interfere with an alcohol test. These ...
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| No flush niacin | 6/8/2008 |
Q: Can you give me more specifics regarding the probable reduction in LDL and total cholesterol with ...
A: No flush niacin (eg inositol hexanicotinate) is not very effective (if at all)in lowering LDL levels ...
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| urine screen | 6/8/2008 |
Q: How long would 20mg diazapam stay in a healthy adults system>
A: Unfortunately, diazepam and its metabolites (the compounds that are produced before e3xcretion) can ...
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| penicillin, mixing with others | 6/6/2008 |
Q: i am currently taking penicillin V 250mg for tonsillitis. what would be the affects if i were to be ...
A: There should be no problems regarding penicillin V with weed or poppers. I will point out that apart ...
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| Safe drug for PE for hemophilics | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I am person with hemophilia B (severe) , I am 36 yrs old and fit and wrking , past few months I have ...
A: "In patients with bleeding disorders or active peptic ulcers, sildenafil should be used with caution ...
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| benadryl and seniors | 6/5/2008 |
Q: is it ok for people over the age of 80 to use benadryl? in concern , emily
A: Yes it is probably OK if it does not make you too drowsy (then only use before retiring). This type ...
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| demerol in a pregnant woman | 6/4/2008 |
Q: We have a lady in her early 20's who is getting 75 mg IV of Demerol every 3 hours (and she ask for ...
A: This all sounds all so familiar and is typical behaviour of a drug addict and drug seeker. They can ...
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| crushing psych meds | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I work in a correctional facility. We are told we must crush all psych meds. Especially Seroquel,xr ...
A: It is wrong to crush any drug tablet that is extended, controlled, prolonged release eg XR. Crushing ...
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| need to know if its true or fales information | 6/3/2008 |
Q: xanax xr 2mg,oxycotin 40mg,vicodin 1000mg kolopin 1mg I've been told that you can fail a urine ...
A: Yes, all of these drugs will show on a urine test as they are very often abused and are what the ...
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| paxil for PE | 6/2/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, I was on escitolopram 10 for anxiety and mild depression and now off due to feeling ...
A: Sorry for this but escitalopram was probably not being used when this paper was written. It can take ...
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| paxil for PE | 6/2/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, I was on escitolopram 10 for anxiety and mild depression and now off due to feeling ...
A: I have appended to this part of an article from Urological Nursing (Urol Nurs. 2006;24(4):245-249) ...
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| prednisone - potassium | 5/31/2008 |
Q: My 17 year old son just got out of the hospital diagnosed with ulcertive colitis. Given prednisone. ...
A: Nurses should not change doctors' orders and why she said anticoagulants were not needed seems very ...
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| Morphine Overdose | 5/31/2008 |
Q: America Morphine My brother died of an overdose 12 years ago over the Memorial weekend. Every ...
A: The toxic dose of morphine varies depending upon whether one is tolerant or not to the drug. ...
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| false positive thc? | 5/29/2008 |
Q: My son keeps coming up with a light line on home drug tests for thc. He is currently taking ...
A: None of the drugs you mention should cause a false positive for THC. False positives are relatively ...
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| Paxil, Ativan & Ambian simultanious usage | 5/29/2008 |
Q: My wife has been on anti anxiety and anti depression drugs for over 20 years since she was 13. She ...
A: This is a very difficult situation for you in view of your wife’s history. I am very concerned as ...
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| PPIs and Food Poisoning | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I have taken a number of different PPIs for several years. At least twice a year I have had ...
A: Without knowing the cause of your GERD it is very difficult to advise correctly. It could be due to ...
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| chirality | 5/25/2008 |
Q: As you have said about R and S isomers in your previous answer.Do you think drugs with single ...
A: There is a book called “Chiral Drugs” edited by Cynthia Challener which would give you all you want ...
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| Side Effects | 5/24/2008 |
Q: What are the side effects of taking Lexapro 10mg 1X day and Dextroamphetamine sulfate 5 15 mg 2x ...
A: I am not sure whether you want the actual adverse effects or possible interactions so have included ...
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| prednisone - potassium | 5/24/2008 |
Q: My 17 year old son just got out of the hospital diagnosed with ulcertive colitis. Given prednisone. ...
A: It is very likely that it is the prednisone that is causing the muscle weakness and this may not ...
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| Side Effects - Lovastatin | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I was on lovastatin for approx. a year when I noticed the changes in my body. My muscles were very ...
A: Lovastatin and other statin type drugs used in hypercholesterolaemia can cause muscle pain, weakness ...
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| cirrhosis & tramadol vs vicodin | 5/18/2008 |
Q: i have stage 1 cirrhosis of the liver (from alcohol abuse - my last drink was jan 11, 2007.), and i ...
A: Yes, Vicodin does contain acetaminophen along with the opiate hydrocodone. If your doctors warned ...
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| chirality | 5/18/2008 |
Q: As you have said about R and S isomers in your previous answer.Do you think drugs with single ...
A: I see no reason why stereoisomers should not work in any market. They obviously are more expensive ...
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| osteopenia | 5/17/2008 |
Q: Do you recommend taking a calcium suplement ? I am an 86 year old woman in good health. ANSWER: ...
A: I sort of wondered why the heading was osteopenia but no reference to it in your question. Anyway, ...
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| osteopenia | 5/16/2008 |
Q: Do you recommend taking a calcium suplement ? I am an 86 year old woman in good health.
A: Yes, I do. It will do no harm and possibly a lot of good. It is best to take lower dose tablets (or ...
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| query | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I have refrred my question previously and I am highly obliged to receive your valuable guidance from ...
A: I tend to agree with the guidelines but there my agreement stops for you. If you are stabilised on ...
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| PPIs and Food Poisoning | 5/14/2008 |
Q: I have taken a number of different PPIs for several years. At least twice a year I have had ...
A: This is very possible because stomach acid helps prevent bacteria from reaching the lower gut alive. ...
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| Aciphex | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I've been taking Aciphex for 15 years (I'm 30 now). I've recently read that these types of ...
A: There are suggestions that drugs like Aciphex slow down or inhibit calcium absorption from the gut ...
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| Blood Pressure Medication | 5/12/2008 |
Q: My mom is on multiple BP pills and we wonder if she may be having dizzy spells as a result. ...
A: Both amlodipine and Carvedilol could be responsible for this much more likely than the others. It ...
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| using Taking effexor xr & anafranil & rivotril concomitantly | 5/11/2008 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith: I am from MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA I suffer from OCD, depression and feel a lot of ...
A: Even though Anafranil is an older antidepressant it is excellent for OCD and combined with the ...
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| Imipramine | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with Dysthymia/Major Depression. In your opinion would Imipramine be an ...
A: I was under the impression that you preferred to change to another class of antidepressants because ...
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| Effects of Nandralone | 5/9/2008 |
Q: could you tell me about the risks of taking Nandralone? My spinal muscles have gone to nothing from ...
A: Nandrolone is an anabolic steroid and can be used to increase muscle mass along with an exercise ...
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| Imipramine | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with Dysthymia/Major Depression. In your opinion would Imipramine be an ...
A: Imipramine is suitable for dysthymic depression but is best combined with some form of psychotherapy ...
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| adding wellbutrin to prozac | 5/8/2008 |
Q: I've been taking Prozac for about 10yrs but it has stopped working for me. I've tried other AD but ...
A: Yes, alone. I am not aware of the older tricyclics (amitriptyline, imipramine etc) being used with ...
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| Prozac | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I recently started taking Prozac and have broken out in an eczema-type rash. I am wondering if ...
A: Prozac is completely unrelated to the sulphonamides so would think that you are also allergic to ...
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| adding wellbutrin to prozac | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I've been taking Prozac for about 10yrs but it has stopped working for me. I've tried other AD but ...
A: There are good grounds for combining Wellbutrin with Prozac and I do not think that your occasional ...
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| Hydrocodone | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I have a problem and I have two questions regarding it. First, I would like to give you my ...
A: It is quite normal to need an increase in dose of opiates or to need more than the average person. I ...
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| Pain Medication | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I am taking medication for Heart desease, i.e., Coreg 6.25 mg twice daily, Coumadin 4mg ...
A: Have you tried the newer types of NSAIDs such as celecoxib (Celebrex)? The use of these drugs in ...
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| drug testing false positive | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I tested positive for THC I do not smoke marijuana I was on paxil cr 20mg 4 month ago when i tested ...
A: Paxil should not cause a false positive for THC. False positives seem to be relatively common. You ...
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| Pills I takeand any interaction with Allegra? | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I take Zantaac and Metoformin with the Allegra in te Morning and the Evenin Itake Junuava,Simvastin ...
A: Yes, there are alternatives to metformin but you would need to see your diabetologist regarding any ...
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| passing a drug test for benzos | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I am taking a drug test on tues afternoon, today is sunday. I took 9 0.5mg klonopins between friday ...
A: Clonazepam lasts a long time in the body and with the dose you took could be detected up to a week ...
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| Norvasc and dehydration when running | 5/4/2008 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith: I am a 53 year old male. I run for exercise and run one marathon per year in addition ...
A: I cannot find any reference that points to Norvasc being implicated in muscle pain or cramps. ...
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| Running intolerance with hypertensive medication | 5/2/2008 |
Q: I am a 60 year-old, reasonably fit male. I've been a runner all my life (2h27 marathon). However, ...
A: Strange to take Atacand and Zestril together as they both have similar modes of action. Anyway, the ...
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| Pills I takeand any interaction with Allegra? | 5/1/2008 |
Q: I take Zantaac and Metoformin with the Allegra in te Morning and the Evenin Itake Junuava,Simvastin ...
A: Now that you have given me the symptoms I would say that this is not a drug-drug interaction but an ...
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| Mirtazapine and xanax | 5/1/2008 |
Q: are there any adverse effects to taking xanax (alprazolam) while on avanza (mirtazapine)? how does ...
A: There is no recorded interaction between Xanax and mirtazapine but that does not say that there is. ...
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| Social Anxiety | 4/30/2008 |
Q: My fiance has severe social anxiety. He was on Klonopin 6mg daily for about 12 years. He decided ...
A: I am assuming that he tried the antidepressants mentioned at for a month to see if there was any ...
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| Social Anxiety | 4/30/2008 |
Q: My fiance has severe social anxiety. He was on Klonopin 6mg daily for about 12 years. He decided ...
A: I am not sure exactly what the diagnosis of your fiancé’s condition. Without a name it is difficult ...
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| Pills I takeand any interaction with Allegra? | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I take Zantaac and Metoformin with the Allegra in te Morning and the Evenin Itake Junuava,Simvastin ...
A: There atre no reported interactions between any of these drugs. You can therefore take them as you ...
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| Indapamide SR | 4/25/2008 |
Q: Sir, There are 2 types of Indapamide available. One is Indapamide SR 1.5 and another one is ...
A: SR stands for Slow or Sustained Release and it has been shown that this preparation is as good at ...
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| Alcohol and drug interactions | 4/25/2008 |
Q: I reside in the USA and am currently taking 20 mg of prozac (generic, 25 mg of cytomel and 50 mg of ...
A: It is unlikely that the interaction is with the Prozac, more likely the Topamax. This type of ...
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| paxil lexapro | 4/21/2008 |
Q: Sir, Is paxil, sertraline lexapro similar in efficacy as far as PE is concerned. will be obliged to ...
A: I have appended the recommended details of both drugs in the treatment of PE. You should be able to ...
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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: It is possible to prescribe Maxalt with Lexapro as serotonergic syndrome is uncommon with this ...
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| pregnant and fentanyl withdrawals | 4/17/2008 |
Q: For the last year and a half I have been prescribed fentanyl patches for a spinal cord problem I ...
A: I am very surprised that your prescribers have offered very little help to you. There is no reason ...
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| mixing paroxetine and hydroxycut | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I am currently taking 20mg per day of paroxetine and am going to start taking 2 hydroxycut pill per ...
A: There should be no problem with this combination but nobody can 100% guarantee that an interaction ...
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| genetic polymorphism | 4/14/2008 |
Q: which other isozymes of cytochrome P450 exhibit genetic polymorphism? for each case give an example ...
A: 1. Main ones are CYP2D6 and CYP2C9. Secondary one is CYP2C19 2. CYP2D6 - over 100 drugs eg SSRIs ...
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| genetic polymorphism | 4/14/2008 |
Q: using CYP2C19 as an example, explain what is meant by genetic polymorphism of drug metabolising ...
A: As explained yesterday I am not prepared to do all your work although I do not mind helping you ...
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| pregnant and fentanyl withdrawals | 4/14/2008 |
Q: For the last year and a half I have been prescribed fentanyl patches for a spinal cord problem I ...
A: The symptoms you describe are typical withdrawal events from fentanyl and other morphine like drugs. ...
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| suxamethonium | 4/13/2008 |
Q: suxamethonium causes prolonged paralysis in about 1 in 3000 patients. why is the half life increased ...
A: There is a drug idiosyncrasy with suxamethonium due to lack of pseudocholinesterases and other ...
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| suxamethonium | 4/13/2008 |
Q: why has suxamethonium a short duration of action of around 2-3 minutes in most patients? (5 marks) ...
A: Difficult to be more specific but I'll give you a bit more detail and feel there is nothing much ...
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| suxamethonium | 4/12/2008 |
Q: why has suxamethonium a short duration of action of around 2-3 minutes in most patients? (5 marks) ...
A: Quite simple. This drug is metabolised by the enzyme pseudocholinesterase, naturally present in the ...
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| pharmacology | 4/12/2008 |
Q: Why are there are number of different formulations of glyceryl trinitrate? Compare the onset and ...
A: The two main preparations of GTN are for skin absorption (ointment and patches) and sublingual ...
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| does these medicines clash | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I am a 64 yo male with controlled hypertension and diabetes. I have been taking Benicar hct and ...
A: Amlodipine is certainly sometimes (not unfrequently) associated with swollen ankles although this is ...
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| prazocin | 4/10/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, I am male-50 on Tenochlor-100 ( Atenolol-100 + HCTZ 25)Losar-A( Losartan-100 ...
A: As you say, your systolic is the one that is off most concern (but not seriously so)although the ...
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| wellbutrin question | 4/3/2008 |
Q: i am presently going to a very good dr.,...he has me taking wellbutrin and lexapro for depression. ...
A: I agree with you doctor that Adderall would be very inappropriate as it is addictive and also can ...
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| mixing depression pills with slimming pills | 4/3/2008 |
Q: i have been taking serotax for years,iv now started taking the slimming pill phentermine,is ther any ...
A: It is not a good idea to take phentermine with Serotax exactly because of what you are saying. If ...
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| doxycycline 100 mg capsule | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I'm prescribed with my family doctor with this antibiotic. I've already taken 30 capsule last month ...
A: It sounds very like that you have an allergy to doxycycline and possibly to all tetracycline like ...
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| Decilone Forte | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I am from Philippines. Is Decilone Forte a steroid? I have herpes and varicella right now. Is it ...
A: Decilone is a corticosteroid ie it mimics some of the hormones from the adrenal cortex gland, ...
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| hydrocorone vs codeine | 3/13/2008 |
Q: In an answer in 2006 you mentioned a percentage of people who are unable to hepatically convert ...
A: I suppose that a liver biopsy and subsequent analysis would be the only way to test for this ...
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| Taking meds at the same time | 3/13/2008 |
Q: My mother took her darvocet and lotrel together and afterwards she felt weak and dizzy. Can darvocet ...
A: All of these drugs (Lotrel is a combination of two drugs)can cause the symptoms you describe but ...
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| Atenolol or metoprolol | 3/12/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, I shall never forget the timely response and guidance your goodself has provided to ...
A: I do not fully agree with your internist on any of these points. in my opinion if your BP is ...
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| Atenolol or metoprolol | 3/11/2008 |
Q: Respected Sir, I shall never forget the timely response and guidance your goodself has provided to ...
A: I can see no reason from what you tell me why you should switch betablockers if your BP is under ...
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| Homocystein | 3/11/2008 |
Q: Respected, Hello sir after a long time from India. I have query. I have Homocystein around 20. What ...
A: The best homocysteine levels are still vague but in general you do not want it above 20 as you have ...
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| Lexapro and Hydroxycut | 3/9/2008 |
Q: I am currently on lexapro 10mg, and I want to take Hysroxycut for weight loss. I read the label, ...
A: A search of drug drug interactions show none with these two substances. This means that they are ...
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| toxic alcohol interaction with medication | 3/7/2008 |
Q: My age is 63 and consider myself to be in excellent physical condition. I have been taking 10 mg of ...
A: I'll try to answer each of your questions separately. Re the lorazepam, it is addictive if taken ...
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| metoprolol L and Levothyroxine sodium | 3/4/2008 |
Q: Iam newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism. TSH 8. I was put on Synthroid 0.075. Six weeks later TSH ...
A: Eltroxin can certainly cause these effects and I would not think it was a drug interaction rather it ...
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| need guidance | 3/3/2008 |
Q: Is taking lycopeneis good as antioxidant ? Secondly I want to know the role of calcium patothenate ...
A: Yes, lycopene (found in tomatoes) is a very good and apparently safe antioxidant. I doubt very ...
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| Morphine Sulfate | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I am concerned about my mother-in-law, 50 year old diagnosed with RA(Rheumatoid arthritis). She is ...
A: This seems a huge dose of morphine (and together with the Percocet and Valium I am not surprised ...
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| novo-venlafaxine xr | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I am experiencing slight changes in my vision with this drug. I have been taking the product for ...
A: This type of adverse effect can occur with several drugs that affect the brain but I am not aware ...
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| Acetazolamide safe with Gabapentin | 3/2/2008 |
Q: If I am taking Gabapentin, 800 - 1200 mg, 2-3 times a day, is it safe to take start taking ...
A: There are no reported interactions between these two drugs so the chances are they are alright to ...
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| ethex 208 | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I need to know what this pill is. It is white and about the size of a vicoden. on 1 side it says ...
A: It is a compounded preparation of pseudoephedrine (a nasal decongestant) and guaifenesin a harmless ...
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| Drug Treatment for Alcoholism | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I read that Antalarmin is a Corticotropin Releasing Hormone (CRH) receptor antagonist. It is used in ...
A: Antalarmin has been shown experimentally to moderate cocaine, opiates and equivocally alcohol use in ...
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| Drug Test | 2/28/2008 |
Q: I've recently undergone pre-employment drug testing. The drug testing facility first administers an ...
A: Sorry for the delay but the site has been down for some time. Marijuana compounds can be detected up ...
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| novo- venlafaxine xr 75mg | 2/28/2008 |
Q: my friend in the east coast of canada was using this med and has run out of it. This question is for ...
A: Sorry for the delay but the site has been down for some time. Stopping this drug can cause ...
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| Effexor XR and "Rapid Slim SX" | 2/26/2008 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I am taking 125mg of effexor XR daily and was wondering if I could take this weight ...
A: Sear Alicia I see no reason why Hoodia or Rapid Slim SX (which contains Hoodia)should not be taken ...
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| Psoriasis | 2/26/2008 |
Q: IOhave been using betamethasone Dipropionate 45 g in my elbow for couple of months, couple of times ...
A: You obviously need a change from betamethasone and it is not unusual that it stops being all that ...
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| warfarin problem | 2/23/2008 |
Q: About 2 yrs ago I had a mechanical valve replacement and 1 bypass. Until 2 months ago my inr was ...
A: Something must be causing these fluctuations and there are so many things that can do this with ...
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| warfarin problem | 2/23/2008 |
Q: About 2 yrs ago I had a mechanical valve replacement and 1 bypass. Until 2 months ago my inr was ...
A: Alcohol, especially with the amount you are taking should not affect your INR whilst on warfarin so ...
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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: These drugs are very similar to each other and I agree there probably is not a generic for ...
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| Calcium question | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I see all these advertisements for Calcium supplements and I am just curious. If the body cannot ...
A: The problem with calcium is that we are not very good at absorbing it from the gut and thus need a ...
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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: None of these drugs have been reported as causing tinnitus but this condition is so common as one ...
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| UA test positive | 2/17/2008 |
Q: Daughter was given prednisone, percocet and benadryl while in ER and told to continue those for a ...
A: I presume you mean methamphetamine (I am not completely familiar with all street names). None of ...
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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: I need a little more information re your condition. Oppressive is not usually a word used to ...
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| antibuse | 2/17/2008 |
Q: My husband is an alcoholic and is in on detox in a phyciatric hospital at the momemnt. He was ...
A: Yes, it can cause heart failure especially when taken with lots of alcohol. However, this is not ...
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| abilify | 2/16/2008 |
Q: My daughter is on several meds for Bi-polar1. Lexapro 5mg, Abilify 5mg, Concerta 18mg, Lamictal ...
A: This is an adverse effect of most likely the Abilify. I recommend that she see her prescriber as ...
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| beta blockers | 2/9/2008 |
Q: My doctor has put me on metoprolol succTa23.7mg for migranes.I'm already taking accuretic10mg for ...
A: It is unusual to treat infrequent migraine with continuous betablockers but I can see why your ...
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| Lexapro | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I am a 43 year old male and I have been on several antidepressent medications for about 5 years. My ...
A: The only other drugs that are used for ADD are the stimulants such as dexamphetamine or ...
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| ?drug interaction | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I am taking wellbutrin sr 150 twice daily, synthroid 50mcg qd, Valium 5mg prn, allegra, flonase. I ...
A: The only known interaction with your drug regime (I've omitted the Zomig) is a decrease in seizure ...
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| PROZAC | 2/5/2008 |
Q: My doctor gave me prozac for OCD I've read that it is ototoxic - and that its not ototoxic Do you ...
A: First of all I am very dubious about the article you referred me to as ototoxicity and tinnitus are ...
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| pre-employment drug testing | 2/3/2008 |
Q: After 23 years with the same company, I am changing jobs and going to work for a hospital. I will ...
A: Non of the drugs should pose any problem in a drug screen. I am not an expert on tuberculin tests ...
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| Blood pressure spike | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I recently had three surgeries. Two on my knee, one on my shoulder. I was put on Percocet for ...
A: I do not really believe that anxiety can cause hypertension so would discount this as as cause. You ...
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| Pains after CABG operation in AUG-2006 | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I have undergone CABG in Aug-2006. Since then I am taking one tablet each of SALOKEN XL-25 ...
A: It is difficult for me to give a definitive answer but I would suspect it is the Ecosprin that could ...
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| Benzo's | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I have been on a methadone program for 5 1/2 years. My urine is tested every month for drug abuse. ...
A: I appreciate your problem and like you think scenario number 3 is the only one possible from your ...
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| My new prescription | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I used to take Zoloft, Depakote, and Seroquil. Now I take Prozac, Mellaril, and Trazadone. Is it ...
A: It can be problematic if Melleril and Prozac are taken concurrently as it has the potential to ...
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| hydroxycut & Doxycycline | 1/31/2008 |
Q: Is it safe to or are their any dangers in taking Hydroxycut & acne Doxycycline together? I am ...
A: There is no easy way of losing weight and whatever method one takes, willpower is always the most ...
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| Effexor and serepax | 1/31/2008 |
Q: My son's GP has prescribed both of these medications ahead of an appointment with a specialist after ...
A: The Effexor is usually for the treatment of depression and/or panic attacks. It takes some time ...
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| decilone forte | 1/30/2008 |
Q: what is decilone forte & whats the effect into my body & whats the side effect ?
A: Here is the patient handout for dexamethasone (aka Decilone) given in Australia. This should answer ...
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| Prozac/Wellbutrin/Trazadone/Ativan | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I have suffered from depression for most of my life but have been on medication for 13 years. For ...
A: You seem to be doing fine with this drug regime and I see no reason to stop any of the drugs. The ...
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| Stool Color | 1/24/2008 |
Q: This is the second time I have taken Aciphex and both times into the second week of taking it my ...
A: The colour could come and go. i take it you are not getting any pain from above the umbilicus or in ...
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| Stool Color | 1/24/2008 |
Q: This is the second time I have taken Aciphex and both times into the second week of taking it my ...
A: It is not known how Aciphex can cause this, in fact most adverse effects of drugs are of unknown ...
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| Stool Color | 1/23/2008 |
Q: This is the second time I have taken Aciphex and both times into the second week of taking it my ...
A: This is very probably due to the Aciphex. I suggest you see your doctor to get tests done to see if ...
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| aderrall | 1/23/2008 |
Q: The question that I've tried to respond in reference to was about a woman whose health was excellent ...
A: Caffeine sensitisation can occur later on on in life and I do not think it it is due to the ...
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| Nardil | 1/22/2008 |
Q: About two months ago I had told you that nardil was not working as well as it did before. Since then ...
A: I know of no other antidepressant that can be used in combination with Nardil. The only other drug ...
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| cronic diahrrea | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I am a 21 year old femal. i began haveing sever diarreah when i was sixteen. during the prosses of ...
A: You'd be better asking this question to an someone based in the US. I am in Australia where a ...
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| cronic diahrrea | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I am a 21 year old femal. i began haveing sever diarreah when i was sixteen. during the prosses of ...
A: A general practitioner should be able to help you. I find it hard to believe that neither of your ...
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| cronic diahrrea | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I am a 21 year old femal. i began haveing sever diarreah when i was sixteen. during the prosses of ...
A: Methadone can be used to treat chronic diarrhoea but it must be taken under a doctor's supervision. ...
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| drug interaction/side effects | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I have MS and take Avonex,an interferon. I also take Wellbutrin xr 150mg. I have been on both ...
A: There are no reported interactions between Avonex and Wellbutrin but that does not necessarily mean ...
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| Infection | 1/17/2008 |
Q: About 7 months ago i was experimenting with Ketamin. I was told you can inject it intramuscular. I ...
A: This is almost certainly a sterile abscess. It is not uncommon with ketamine, hence the statement ...
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| Gaba for my son.... | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I am a mother of two children who are like night and day. My son has had concerns since he has been ...
A: In general drugs that modify GABA release in the brain are contraindicated in children. This would ...
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| I FOUND A PILL | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I FOUND THIS PILL THAT MY PUPPY WAS CHEWING ON AND i WONDERED IF U COULD HELP ME FIND OUT WHAT IT IS ...
A: It is a combination of the narcotic, hydrocodone and the antiinflammatory/analgesic ibuprofen. I ...
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| diet pill interaction | 1/14/2008 |
Q: Galbraith, I have been taking 225 MG Effexor XR for approximately 6 months and am also taking ...
A: There should be no interaction between Metabolife and Effexor. I do not know what you are taking ...
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| Adderall side effects and supplements. | 1/14/2008 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I have recently been prescribed d-amphetamine salt combo 20mg bid to treat ADD. I ...
A: I would have a medical examination to check on your well-being. As you are saying the symptoms are ...
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| lansoprazole | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I am taking Lanzoprazole 30mg ( capsule form). This generic version is produced by Cipla drug co of ...
A: Some dyes can be absorbed from the gut and others either pass out unchanged or are metabolised ...
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| leptopril drug screen | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I am going to start taking leptopril for weight and want to know if it will show up in a drug screen ...
A: I doubt very much that Leptopril will interfere or cause false posives in a drug screen. I will ...
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| methadone&fentyal patch | 1/6/2008 |
Q: Dr.alan I have been on percocet 10/650 for about 2 years,it did work foe me when i first started to ...
A: The only contraindication as far as weight is concerned is in teenagers who weigh less than 50Kg ...
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| urin test | 1/5/2008 |
Q: this all spawns from my probation officer ,when i got hospitalized for severe lung failure, do to ...
A: You certainly have been on a multitude of drugs and I hope you were not on all at the same time!! ...
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| tramadol / ultram | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I was in a car accident last year and have had cronic pain as a result. I have been taking ...
A: Tramadol may cause the following symptoms on but they do not always occur and if they do happen are ...
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| Methadone and the dentist | 12/23/2007 |
Q: I have been on methadone as part of my recovery for addiciton. I dose currently at 130mg per day and ...
A: I am always saying it is not good to be slave to a drug but when lecturing I was always telling my ...
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| No period after stopping to take the pill | 12/22/2007 |
Q: I have taken Yasmin for three months now but will have to take a two month "break" due to a move to ...
A: Over the counter pregnancy tests are not very accurate before about a month after a period is due. ...
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| No period after stopping to take the pill | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I have taken Yasmin for three months now but will have to take a two month "break" due to a move to ...
A: It is relatively common for delayed menstruation after taking the pill but you must always bear in ...
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| Novo Venlafaxine | 12/20/2007 |
Q: Canada: My wife has been taking anti depressants for about 8 years now. For 85% of the time she has ...
A: It is not at all unusual for 150mg of venlafaxine to be used in depression but not in anxiety ...
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| frequent urination/ sometimes slight burning | 12/17/2007 |
Q: i live in the usa and would like to know your thoughts on two drugs; avodart and amiltripolyne. i ...
A: I have appended the patient handout for Avodart in which you should find your answers for that drug ...
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| Hypertension medication | 12/14/2007 |
Q: All too often I forget to take my hypertension medication. I usually take it in the morning but ...
A: Most antihypertensives can be taken at night. The only ones that are better taken in the morning are ...
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| addiction | 12/11/2007 |
Q: Iam addicted to codeine phosphate syrup from five years,so tell me how harmful is this?
A: The main problem with codeine addiction is severe constipation which can be treated with laxatives. ...
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| warfarin | 12/10/2007 |
Q: what side affects does it have
A: I have appended the notice given to patients on Marevan (warfarin) in Australia. It is a life saving ...
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| paxil and paxil cr | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I would really appreciate if you can please answer this question for me. I have been taking paxil ...
A: There should be no difference in adverse effects between both forms of Paxil. I would just stick ...
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| TAKING TWO DIFFERENT DRUGS TOGETHER | 12/4/2007 |
Q: CAN YOU TAKE METRONIDAZOLE 400MG AND TRAMADOL 50MG TOGETHER? my husband has been prescribed ...
A: I would suspect that it is the carbamazepine or the tramadol that is making your husband sleepy. It ...
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| Celiac Sprue | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I have been diagnosed from both lab tests and biopsy to have Celiac Sprue. Although on the gluten ...
A: As far as I know, there should be no problems taking these two drugs, in fact, they are sometimes ...
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| use of esomaprazole with AMORYN and pr | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I take pramepaxole for restless legs and esomaprazole for reflux oesophagitus. I have been looking ...
A: Amoryn does have many drug-drug interactions but it appears to be OK with esomprazole. Whether it ...
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| gaba supplement for anxiety hypothyroid and medications | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I am suffering from anxiety for years and sometimes panic attacks. I also suffered from years of ...
A: The theanine should be OK but since Valium works through GABA receptors in the brain I would not be ...
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| Drug interaction | 11/26/2007 |
Q: Is is safe to take Hydroxycut and Citalopram (20mg)?
A: There should be no problem with this combination although I will say that there is no real evidence ...
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| decilone forte | 11/22/2007 |
Q: I currently taking a Decilone forte for my allergies for two months now. I started with a 4 mg. a ...
A: I do not know of any way of avoiding this side effect of decilone. It is not common and you are just ...
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| decilone forte | 11/22/2007 |
Q: I currently taking a Decilone forte for my allergies for two months now. I started with a 4 mg. a ...
A: The eye problems caused by the decilone are not all that uncommon and I would be inclined to cease ...
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| Ativan, Prozac and Wellbutrin | 11/21/2007 |
Q: My wife has been on Prozac off and on for the past 15 years. Each time she weenied herself off she ...
A: The combination of Prozac and Wellbutrin is fine in my opinion but I am not too happy about the ...
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| Metronidazole | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I am wanting to become pregnant, however I am using Metronidazole to treat a bacterial infection. ...
A: Metronidazole is classified as B2 for use in pregnancy. This means that it belongs to a group of ...
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| Nardil | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I have had great results taking nardil in the past but now it is not working as well I read that ...
A: You may need a bigger dose now or maybe a change to another antidepressant is needed. As Nardil and ...
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| BC Powders and Claritan D | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I have taken 1 dose of 24 hour Claritan D and 1 dose of BC Powder. I feel nervousness and nausea and ...
A: I do not think that the medicines are causing this but there is a slight possibility that it is the ...
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| Effexor | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I have been on meds for depression for several years now. Lithium, welbutrin and effexor are the ...
A: i would decrease the Wellbutrin first to one a day for a week then cease. Then start on the Effexor ...
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| Effexor | 11/11/2007 |
Q: I have been on meds for depression for several years now. Lithium, welbutrin and effexor are the ...
A: You should not come off these drugs abruptly but gradually wean yourself of them. Without knowing ...
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| Anti Malaria pills, which ones? | 11/9/2007 |
Q: Alan! I am traveling around the world, and at this moment in canada. I will be in Cambodja and Laos ...
A: You'll need a prescription for these drugs in Australia and probably in Singapore but both should be ...
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| lexapro interation with Birth control | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I have been taking lexapro for about 6 months as well as mu normal birth control... is it ok to take ...
A: No problems with any contraceptive and Lexapro. Alcohol will not do any more harm with Lexapro than ...
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| false positive for benzodiazapine | 11/7/2007 |
Q: My daughter 35yo has taken a drug test--she is scheduled for back surgery in 4 weeks and is ...
A: This really needs a toxicologist to answer. However, I would hazard a guess that Lyrica could be ...
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| Lunesta | 11/6/2007 |
Q: I am taking Lunesta 3 mg and I cannot sleep without it, I went for years taking benadryl to aid in ...
A: This sounds like tolerance and there is nothing much one can do about it, except cease the drug for ...
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| need some help | 11/4/2007 |
Q: my friend has been taking pills and i don't know what they are he is schizophrenic and flipped out ...
A: The tablet is prochlorperazine (5mg) and is usually used to treat nausea/vomiting. It is related to ...
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| non flush niacin Spelling corrected version!! | 10/30/2007 |
Q: My aunt had a bad reaction to the statin drugs and is taking non flush niacin herself, she is taking ...
A: Firstly let me say that flush free niacin is not very effective in lowering blood lipids and that ...
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| paroxetine in urine or blood? | 10/22/2007 |
Q: I take half a 20mg tablet of paroxetine for anxiety, however I have a pre employment test in 2 days ...
A: I doubt that they will be looking for paroxetine as it is not a drug that is normally abused but ...
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| Anaphranil/ Clomipramine | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I have been taking Clomipramine for 12 years (since I was 11) and worry about its long-term effects. ...
A: The clomipramine almost certainly did not cause the hypothyroidism which can cause all the symptoms ...
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| Serapax | 10/19/2007 |
Q: My grandmother has been on Serapax for the last 20 years and her doctor has recently taken her off ...
A: She should have been weaned off the Serepax over about 2-3 weeks. After 20 years withdrawal effects ...
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| anti depressant medications | 10/18/2007 |
Q: My daughter is taking three anti depressant medications for schizophrenia and she is just not the ...
A: The only one that may have permanent effects is Risperdal with what are called extrapyramidal ...
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| starting the contraceptive pill on the wrong day | 10/17/2007 |
Q: The doctor told me to start taking the pill the very next day from the start of the pack, three ...
A: Sorry, Rebecca but this is your best option. The quicker you are regularised the better. Dear ...
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| anti depressant medications | 10/17/2007 |
Q: My daughter is taking three anti depressant medications for schizophrenia and she is just not the ...
A: None of these drugs are antidepressants. The Cogentin is taken to counteract some of the adverse ...
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| chronic halitosis | 10/16/2007 |
Q: iwould like to know what is the treatment of chronic halitosis and is it related to g.e.r.d
A: GERD can lead to halitosis but the commonest cause is bacteria in the mouth - teeth and tongue. A ...
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| Half-Lifes | 10/13/2007 |
Q: Galbraith. You have helped me in the past! Can you tell me the half-lives of Niaspan and also ...
A: Nicotinic acid (Niaspan) has plasma half life of 20-60 minutes. This is for the free but as Niaspan ...
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| antibiotic - Cefuroxime | 10/12/2007 |
Q: 250 mg tablet Cefuroxime antibiotic - effective for peritonitis/intestinal infection/constipation ? ...
A: Peritonitis usually needs surgical intervention to treat the infection. It is OK for many bacterial ...
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| alcohol withdrawal symptoms in elderly | 10/9/2007 |
Q: Galbraith, My dad who is 82 consumes approx. 3 mixed drinks daily. He had his hip replaced a week ...
A: Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can go on for months but with less frequency. You have noticed this ...
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| xanax/ADHD | 10/9/2007 |
Q: well, i have ADHD. im supposed to take 35mg Adderall xr once daily. i hate it, and only took it for ...
A: Xanax normally causes forgetfulness and even amnesia on occasion. However, many people have what are ...
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| morphine/chloral hydrate | 10/7/2007 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, My daughter (weight 5.28 kg), was administered 150mg of chloral hyrate at 5:00 am, ...
A: The dose of chloral hydrate for infants can be as high as 50mg /Kg therefore this is well within the ...
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| thyroxine dose too high or just menopause? | 10/5/2007 |
Q: I'm on 150 mcg thyroxine for underactive thyroid and now at age 50 every few weeks I feel feel on ...
A: You are hitting the nail on the head in saying that your perimenopausal symptoms are compounding the ...
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| NITRO PILLS | 10/5/2007 |
Q: MY HUSBAND JUST RECEIVED A PRESCRIPTION OF ISOSORBIDE DINITRATE 30 MGS AND ISOSORBIDE MONONITRATE 30 ...
A: Are they slow release tablets? If they are it is OK otherwise smaller dose tablets are better taken ...
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| overmedicated | 10/4/2007 |
Q: My husband is 46 years old with several medical problems ranging from crohns to atrial fib to a ...
A: It looks initially to me like a case of what is called polypharmacy ie too many drugs. The more ...
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| Lamotrigine and thyroxine | 9/28/2007 |
Q: Is it OK to take Lamotrigine and thyroxine (Armour) at the same time? Both drugs cause insomnia for ...
A: They can be taken together and your timing is good. The adverse effects of lamotrigine usually wear ...
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| Pharmacologists | 9/22/2007 |
Q: I want to know if you are a pharmacologist are you qualified to open your own pharmacy?
A: In some circumstances yes. Pharmacy involves the preparation of drugs, knowing the laws of selling ...
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| Sexual side effects of Darvocet | 9/14/2007 |
Q: I have had what I believe to be a side effect from taking Darvocet and possibly Percocet or ...
A: Delay in ejaculation is not a generally reported adverse effects of drugs related to morphine but it ...
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| Viagra.. | 9/12/2007 |
Q: What is the effect on a young male who takes low doses (25mgs) of Viagra? Is it dangerous?
A: For a healthy young male there should be no problems. I have appended the contraindications for ...
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| accutane | 9/11/2007 |
Q: I am a past accutane user from 1984. It was one of the best choices I ever made and have had no ill ...
A: The risks of one course of Accutane use is very, very unlikely to cause developmental changes in ...
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| Acetaminophen | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I would like to ask if it is normal to have colic pain and loose stool the next day after taking ...
A: This has not been reported for acetaminophen but is possible with it in syrup form in some cases. If ...
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| Mixing Adderall with Herbal Supplements. | 9/5/2007 |
Q: I am prescribed 3 30mg tabs of adderall per day. In addition, I also take garlic pills, fish oil, ...
A: I would foresee no problem at all with these supplements, but take the fibre tablets well before or ...
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| Alternative for Wellbutrin | 9/1/2007 |
Q: I started taking Wellbutrin SL 150 in DEC 2006 and it has worked to control my depression. Only ...
A: There should not be a problem her. As there are many antidepressants completely unrelated to ...
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| G.A.D. and P.T.S.D. | 6/25/2007 |
Q: I'm a 48 yof, that has been on paxil 40mg,valium 5mg, and recently was taken off the paxil due to ...
A: You really need someone very familiar with your case to treat you appropriately, and a psychiatrist ...
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| Fibromyalgia | 6/23/2007 |
Q: I work with a woman suffering from Fibromyalgia.She also has a pronounced allergy to ...
A: Unfortunately, pregabalin although it shows promise is still not generally available for ...
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| zantac and prilosec | 6/21/2007 |
Q: I currently take zantac 150mg am and pm to help control hives. I also take allegra in the am and ...
A: Sorry for the confusion and I did make one error in not realising Allegra is another name for ...
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| Efexor - XR | 6/18/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me if Efexor will show up in an upcoming medical exam I have. Unfortunatley I do not ...
A: I doubt very much that they will be looking for venlafaxine in a routine drug test but cannot ...
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| Tennis elbow | 6/17/2007 |
Q: I had a cortisone injection a month or so ago and with in a couple of weeks i noiced the skin in the ...
A: I urge you to see your doctor ASAP. Not that it is a major problem but it could be one of two ...
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| pharmacology | 6/12/2007 |
Q: I am a third year medical student and have been preparing a presentation on HAZARDS OF INJECTING ...
A: Sounds like you got the wrong article. It is entitled " Printer-Friendly Email This Discuss This ...
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| Niacin | 6/11/2007 |
Q: My doctor has prescribed very high doses (3000 mg/day) of niacin to help combat cholesterol ...
A: The hexanicotinate is not as effective as straight niacin no matter what the labels and adverts say. ...
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| pharmacology | 6/9/2007 |
Q: I am a third year medical student and have been preparing a presentation on HAZARDS OF INJECTING ...
A: Funny you should ask this as there was an article on this last week in Medscape General Medicine. ...
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| antidepressents | 6/8/2007 |
Q: i was taking 40 mg of paxil and my doctor changed my medication to 10 mg of prozac. my weight has ...
A: These symptoms could be withdrawal symptoms from the paroxetine but equally could be adverse effects ...
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| omeprazole | 6/6/2007 |
Q: I have been on omeprazole for 5 months and before that prilosec. Lately, I have been getting rapid ...
A: Omeprazole is generally a very safe drug with few side effects and although the pabic attacks and ...
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| drug interactions | 6/3/2007 |
Q: My FIL has been taking Toprol XL (CHF) and Zetia for several years. His doctor prescribed ...
A: There are recorded interaction between these three drugs. However, I am very puzzled about an ...
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| darvon | 5/31/2007 |
Q: I am a 51 y.o. white female, dx. SLE.I was in a MVA approx. 4 years ago. prior to the MVA I took ...
A: I agree wih does not th your doctor regarding problems. You do sound if you ae addicted to the ...
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| drug interactions Adderal Wellbutrin Alcohol | 5/26/2007 |
Q: I've been diagnosed with depression and ADHD (I'm 30 yrs old) finally after a 6 hour pshyc test. I ...
A: I doubt that your liver will have been damaged at all and if so only slightly after only a year of ...
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| anti-physcotic medicine | 5/24/2007 |
Q: i am taking the drug halidol (haloperidol) and am wondering if it is a strong narcotic and should i ...
A: Haloperidol is not an narcotic but a very potent drug used in psychotic disorders and is not ...
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| cipralex | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I am a habitual marijuana smoker and have been for about 10 years. My doctor recently prescribed me ...
A: The problem is always going to rely on the marijuana and not a combined effect. Long term can induce ...
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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: This could have been a serious error with some drugs but with amoxycillin not dangerous in anyway ...
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| A question about an answer you gave to someone. | 5/15/2007 |
Q: I would like to know why you prefer fentanyl patches and long acting morphine over methadone as an ...
A: Patient complience is the mean reason plus fentanyl has a much better analgesic activity Fentanyl ...
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| My father has changed, I I think it might be as a result of his depression medication. | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I've noticed for the past year that my father's behaviour has changed. He seems slower. He takes ...
A: Your father definitely needs reassement of his medication. venlaxine is more likely than many of the ...
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| Interaction | 4/18/2007 |
Q: I am currently taking 60mg of Cymbalta daily and on rare occassions I take .5mg of Clonazepam if ...
A: Pentermine and Cymbalta together may increase insomnia dramatically but in my opinion there are ...
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| L-Tryptophan & Meds | 4/17/2007 |
Q: Alan Galbraith, Is Pharmaceutical grade L-Tryptophan safe to use with the following meds:? 1) ...
A: The use of tryptophan as an antidepressant especially with other antidepressants (imipramine and ...
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| drug interactions question | 4/13/2007 |
Q: I am currently taking 37.5 mg of Effexor (novo-venlafaxine XR) every couple of nights or every ...
A: There is slight evidence that green tea may increase the effect of vela but unless you drink heaps ...
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| ephedrine | 4/10/2007 |
Q: could you please tell me what you know about ephedrine? My friends are all taking a pill called ...
A: Ephedrine is a potent stimulant and usually a prescription is needed in most countries. It can cause ...
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| Benzodiazepine potencies | 4/3/2007 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know of a reliable website where I can compare the potencies of different ...
A: Good to hear from you again. This question has not got a definitive answer as it depends on what ...
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| Injecting Liquid Syrup Dilaudid | 4/2/2007 |
Q: I have been suffering from severe abdominal pain for about 5 years now following a surgery that was ...
A: This practice is only used by addicts to Dilaudid and other drugs and is a desperate measure. The ...
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| xanax withdrawal with vestibular migraine | 3/30/2007 |
Q: My husband has had severe oscillopsia (thing appear to move) that is debilitating and has been ...
A: Benzodiazepine withdrawal can cause hosts of problems and I have appended a list below, but be ...
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| Ibuprofin and propranolol | 3/28/2007 |
Q: I take 20mg of propranolol twice a day for migranes and I was wondering if you could tell me whether ...
A: There can be a problem here when propranolol is used for high blood pressure in that it does not ...
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| beicar, coreg & Nifedical XL | 3/26/2007 |
Q: I've had High BP for many years, and lately, my readings have been really high- 159/103 - 150-97... ...
A: It is OK to take Ca channel blockers with betablockers as long as the BP is monitored closely. ...
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| Generic Claritin | 3/26/2007 |
Q: My son and I take generic claritin, loratadine, I may be spelling that wrong. My question is, you ...
A: With yourself it will almost certainly be OK to just start to take it immediately tomorrow morning ...
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| ? about a drug test | 3/21/2007 |
Q: i have a issue i have a drug test on monday in 6 days and i have taken 2 1 mg xanax and i wanted to ...
A: Xanax can last a long time in the body and depening on the person can be detected up to two weeks ...
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| irbesartan and query | 3/18/2007 |
Q: My friend is on cozaar 100 and his intern was suggesting to either introduce irbesartan 300 or ...
A: Please excuse my faux pas. I have ansered so many questions on statins and sartans that I am ...
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| gabapentin | 3/16/2007 |
Q: We have one drug combination recently prescribed to my colleague male/54 years for hot feeling on ...
A: Yes, the normal use of gabapentin but for some time now it and many of the drugs used to control ...
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| escitolopream | 3/15/2007 |
Q: My friend male/55 years is on Feliz S ( Indian br)escitolopram 10 mg for panic disorder and anxiety. ...
A: It is not unusual for weight gain to occur during escitalopram therapy. If your friend cannot modify ...
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| Effexor xr | 3/13/2007 |
Q: I am on 150 mg a day but due to losing my insurance, my doctor gace me samples of 75 mg. He is now ...
A: It is a toss up really whether to take two at once or one twice a day. As people tend to remember ...
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| Effexor XR and liver functions | 3/8/2007 |
Q: I am taking 300mg of Effxor XR daily for Body Dysthemic Disorder (BDD) for last 6 weeks. I do not ...
A: Efexor can cause abnormal liver function tests as can many, many drugs. The significance of this is ...
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| generic | 3/2/2007 |
Q: are there any differences b/t generic and brand name drugs? to be more specific: duloxetine vs. ...
A: Theoretically there should be no real difference by sometimes there is. The problem arises in what ...
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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: Until an anticholinergic is found that can specifically affect sweating, you are stuck with Ditropan ...
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| psoriasis and Vit A | 3/1/2007 |
Q: I have psoriasis ut under control. I have a dry skin also. Whenever I go to dermatologist say once ...
A: You need Vit A but too much can be problematic and even dangerous. The amount used for psoriasis is ...
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| Nardil, Vicoden, Resistant Depression | 3/1/2007 |
Q: My brother has been on heavy duty meds for years and on and off Nardil (since after awhile it loses ...
A: A find it difficult to believe a doctor would prescribe Vicodin for recreational use as it is ...
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| Expired Med | 2/28/2007 |
Q: I use propranolol 20mg per day for palpitations. After using a recent batch for 3 months I started ...
A: It would appear that the propranolol could be responsible for this but I have not the slightest ...
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| mixing of synthroid/wellbutrin/estrogin/lunesta | 2/28/2007 |
Q: I have been on synthroid for well over 10 years/thyroidectomy..take estrogen 2mg/hysterectomy..and ...
A: Best time is in the am on an empty stomach then it will not affect your sleep so much. Lunesta is ...
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| hep c with alcoholism dependence | 2/26/2007 |
Q: could u tell me what help is out ther far alcholisn he would like a inplant naltrexone or somthing ...
A: With hepatitis and perhaps some cirrhosis drugs are always a problem as is alcohol another drug. ...
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| mixing meds | 2/23/2007 |
Q: I have a niece that want to take adderall for her adult add and xanex to sleep and wake up refreshed ...
A: It is not dangerous but long term it is inadvisable. Xanax will help her sleep but can be addictive ...
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| pain relief | 2/22/2007 |
Q: I had broken back in jan of 2006 ..rods and screws l5-s1 3 months later i ripped the muscles off my ...
A: You seem to be allergic top drugs related to morphine eg Dilaudid and react badly to fentanyl (which ...
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| mesalamine | 2/21/2007 |
Q: should i take asacol(mesalamine) for ulcerative colitis in february 2007, when it expired september ...
A: Mwsalamine is sensitive to moisture but if it has been kept perfectly dry and not exposed to high ...
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| Medication and fat burners( cardio) | 2/19/2007 |
Q: im 20 yrs. old I've been on zoloft 50 mg & abilify 2mg 4yrs and i 've been getting them ...
A: You can take these no problem but whether they will be beneficial is questionable. Most of these ...
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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: Lansoprazole or omeprazole can be used in children. The others eg esomeprazole and pantoprazole are ...
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| metolazone | 2/12/2007 |
Q: My brother in law has been prescribed metolazone 2.5 mg.for high BP. what is the drug and its side ...
A: It is a diuretic and the following are the potential adverse effects although most are not common. ...
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| anabolic steroids | 2/11/2007 |
Q: your profile says you can answer most questions so i'll take a shot. I am 22 years old and I know ...
A: I do not want to sound negative but this dose of testosterone is high and although you do not ...
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| co enzyme q-10 | 2/10/2007 |
Q: Sir, our family doctor was telling that the co enzyme q 10 is good for post MI patient. In India, we ...
A: There is no hard and fast evidence that CoQ does harm or much good either so it is up to you whether ...
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| Drug Test after Klonapin & Xanax | 2/10/2007 |
Q: I just went off of Klonapin & Xanax yesterday 2/9/07 & I have a DOT Physical & Pre-Employment Drug ...
A: The Xanax will probably not show-up after 6-7 days in a urine test but Klonopin can hang about in ...
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| nicorandil | 2/8/2007 |
Q: my husband was put on nicorandil on 22/01/07 5 days later he developed a very bad headache after 11 ...
A: Nicoranfdil very frequently causes headaches which can sometimes be severe. With time they tend to ...
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| side effects | 2/8/2007 |
Q: My son is 6 months old and he is taking propanolol and digoxin because when he was born he had svt ...
A: All drugs have adverse effects but there propitious use always outweighs these. In your child's case ...
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| Toxicology | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I am an attorney in a mock trials case and I need information concerning the toxicology of cocaine. ...
A: A toxicologist is the best person to ask here. My primitive knowledge would say it depends on the ...
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| levo-thyroxine | 2/5/2007 |
Q: My relative aged 70 suddenly high TSH which >100 and she was prscribed ELTROXIN containing ...
A: Eltroxin acts on the pituirtary gland to inhibit the release of TSH. Without knowing the cause of ...
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| exetimibe | 2/5/2007 |
Q: My mother a lady aged 75 years is a heart patient and hypertensive also. Her lipid profile is normal ...
A: Yes. Ezetimibe works hands in hand with atorvastatin to reduce cholesterol and LDL levels. It ...
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| pill, i found in my car | 2/1/2007 |
Q: can u tell what pill this is? little white round pill. writing is : 524 with small triangle with ...
A: I think it is a mixture of two drugs pseudoeophedrine, a decongestant and acetaminophen, a mild pain ...
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| side effects | 1/30/2007 |
Q: Did you ever find a survey on the side effects of prescription drugs? Thank you very much. Al ...
A: My problem is finding suitable keywords to do a Medline search. As soon as you use adverse effects ...
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| unidentified pills | 1/30/2007 |
Q: I found a few loose unidentified capsules in my home and am a bit worried about not knowing what ...
A: They are indomethacin (Indosin) capsules slow release. This is a fairly strong ...
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| multivitamin | 1/29/2007 |
Q: Respected sir, soory for misspelt word. The word is dieting. Her food intake is very limited and ...
A: The vitamin A is of no concern and vegetarians do not go deficient. Vitamin D comes mainly from ...
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| Expired liquid amoxicillan | 1/28/2007 |
Q: My son has some expired amoxicillan. Date is 12/16/06 a month old. Would this medicine still be ...
A: Amoxycillin in liquid form deteriorates very quickly even when refrigerated. Please throw it down ...
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| anti depressants | 1/28/2007 |
Q: .hope you can help! i know someone who is taking wellbutrin 150 mg/day for seasonal depression; ...
A: Wellbutrin can commonly cause insomnia whereas Cymbalta is not usually associated with this but ...
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| pill id | 1/26/2007 |
Q: I found a green capsule with the markings NVR D15 on the floor of my classroom. oUr nurse cannot id ...
A: I cannot be certain but Ritalin , a drug used in ADD and ADHD comes in green capsules with NVR but I ...
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| atenolol and tachcardia | 1/26/2007 |
Q: Respected sir, I am extremely sorry for the inconvenience. In fct,name ofthe drug is Saloken XL 100 ...
A: It is common to use more than one antihypertensive in HBP such as amlodipine and losaratan but today ...
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| vk antibiotics and my pill | 1/24/2007 |
Q: I have been taking my vk tablets for 5 days following a wisdom tooth infection, i have finished the ...
A: Penicillin V does not affect the OC pill very much if at all, it is the broad spectrum ones that can ...
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| Ambien CR (USA) | 1/23/2007 |
Q: quick question regarding Ambien CR and alcohol. I know that you are not supposed to mix the two but ...
A: I would have to say it is OK. It is normally not recommended to take alcohol with other CNS ...
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| A case of my brither- Foolow UP | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I quote below my earlier question and your answer. Rightly, your answer was a very systematic ...
A: I do not want to get too involved with diuretics and their pros and cons in too much detail as it ...
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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: Only the Toprol will slow the heart rate whilst the Procardia may increase heart rate. This affect ...
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| Started birth control on wrong day | 1/21/2007 |
Q: When I first started the pack I was told to take the SUNDAY pill if my period was to start on Sunday ...
A: I doubt if your mistake would make it not work as an effective contraceptive but cannot guarantee it ...
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| metaxalone | 1/20/2007 |
Q: I want to know about Metaxalone which has been prescribed to mu uncle for shoulder pain, stiff neck ...
A: Metaxolone is a skeletal muscle relaxant ie it causes relaxation of muscles when spasms are ...
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| my question | 1/19/2007 |
Q: Sir, My mother is patient of IHD HBP. She takes Isosorbide Mononitrate 20 mg twice daily. Is there ...
A: I would recommend that you mother take the Imdur 60 at one a day. This is more convenient than the ...
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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: It would be relatively easy to do this but time consuming. All one would have to do would be to look ...
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| Androgel | 1/16/2007 |
Q: Is it an acceptable practice or should it be an acceptable practice for a male patient using a high ...
A: There is no pharmacological reason why finesteride should not be used with Androgel even though the ...
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| query from a pharmacy student | 1/15/2007 |
Q: what is the difference between isosrbide mononitrate and isosrbide 5 mononitrate ?
A: A follow-up. It just occurred to me that the when the dinitrate is used as a drug the nitrate groups ...
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| methadone for pain management | 1/15/2007 |
Q: I hope not to get too lengthy in the background, but my wife is 42 and suffers from ...
A: Your wife has and is certainly having a hard time and her case needs investigation by a competent ...
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| Bactin anticiotic for UT infection | 1/13/2007 |
Q: I took Macrobid and had spasms in my colon and made me nauseated so bad that I quit. I have ...
A: Nausea is fairly common with Macrobid as is flatulence which could be worse with diverticulosis or ...
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| LIPITOR | 1/13/2007 |
Q: Dr Galbraith Hi, my mom is taking Lipitor and is getting a burning tongue. I understand there are ...
A: This effect may not be due to Lipitor as it is not on the list of common to rare adverse effects. ...
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| A Case of my eldest brother | 12/15/2006 |
Q: Respected Sir, Hello once again sir, This is with regard to my eldest brother who is 67 years old ...
A: As he has been changed drugs today I will not say much more about his recent regime except it is not ...
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| celexa v. lexapro | 12/14/2006 |
Q: I am currently on Lexapro and have been advised that I can switch safely to Celexa and save a lot of ...
A: These drugs are not identical (although nearly so) and some people respond better to one than the ...
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| Reflux disease | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I have duodenitis and mild gastral so much so that even when my stomach is empty with no ...
A: It differs not a lot between the four PPIs mentioned although the esomprazole may be the best. ...
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| help | 12/13/2006 |
Q: sir,i'm 27 yr old female.i got married 1 /2 yr back.now i'm 3 months pregant.withour knowing that i ...
A: Hyponidd is an Ayurvedic medication which has not been studied in pregnancy in detail but there is ...
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| gain weight | 12/12/2006 |
Q: My appetite is good. I dont have any health problem in general. But i am very slim and i want to ...
A: Yes, you are underweight and the addition of a few kilogrammes will not be amiss. The first thing is ...
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| gain weight | 12/11/2006 |
Q: My appetite is good. I dont have any health problem in general. But i am very slim and i want to ...
A: Pleae before I attempt to answer give me your weight and height as this could strongly affect my ...
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| Effexor XR question | 12/11/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: Does Effexor XR has any effect on norepinephrine reuptake inhibition at a dose of 75 mg? ...
A: It is a long time since I have heard from you and this is a very easy question from you. The answer ...
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| calcium in menopausal wouman | 12/9/2006 |
Q: Respected Sir, Inspired by your previous answer which was very specific and clearcut, I ask the ...
A: Re the calcium, yes I would definitely recommend it for your wife. the evidence is pretty strong ...
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| Celebrex | 12/8/2006 |
Q: I have been taking Celebrex for a supposed arthritic condition in my hip. I had one hip replaced ...
A: If it osteoarthritis and just a torn labrum acetaminophen (paracetamol) may be as good as Celebrex ...
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| Indapamide | 12/8/2006 |
Q: Respected Sir, I happened to browse the answers given by you. They were very specific and highly ...
A: Your question is relatively easy to answer. One cannot really say whether indapamide is better than ...
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| concentration | 12/4/2006 |
Q: I am researching the use of "Dilution" or "Concentration" in the administration of IV medications. ...
A: It all depends on the drug, how potent it is and how long it lasts for in the body. eg epinephrine ...
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| antabuse | 12/3/2006 |
Q: My son who is now 28 is a alcholic, he single and he says he doesn't want to drink anymore but ...
A: Apart from Antabuse the only other drug is one called acamprosate which in some persons works ...
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| medication | 12/3/2006 |
Q: I wanted to know if it was ok to take this medicine with a two week old that is nursing nitrofur ...
A: It is not advisable unless your doctor thinks so (the risk of causing blood problems in a baby of ...
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| Provigil | 12/1/2006 |
Q: I am prescribed 400 mgs of Provigil per day, plus Concerta. My problem is, I tested positive for ...
A: If the test used is specific for cocaine there should be no false positives. Remember Provigil is an ...
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| wellbutrin & sex drive | 12/1/2006 |
Q: doc you stated to amber that increase sex drive might not be related. but my sex drive is off the ...
A: Note I said "might not" not "not". Anyway, wearing sunglasses is not the problem and there is no ...
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| Phytosterol Supplements | 11/29/2006 |
Q: The hot flashes are not too severe so I will not quit taking the phytosterol supplement. You asked ...
A: The muscle pain is the most significant thing in my opinion and needs investigation much more so ...
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| Phytosterol Supplements | 11/29/2006 |
Q: I recently started taking GNC's Cholesterol Formula of 800 mg phytosterols with DHA & EPA. I am 53 ...
A: Remember that phytosterols are plant sterols but there overall effect on cholesterol levels should ...
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| Lexapro side effects | 11/28/2006 |
Q: To start with, let me thank you providing your services. I'm an investigator and a friend an had ...
A: Lexapro should not theoretically affect BACs in any way but it can affect ie increase the toxic and ...
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| abilify ,lexapro and seroquel | 11/27/2006 |
Q: My son is taking all these medications.He has gained 30 pounds in 3 months and is becoming addicted ...
A: Weight gain would not be uncommon with these drugs and Topamax could be the answer. However, taking ...
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| False Positives. | 11/22/2006 |
Q: I took a drugscreen and gave a urine sample and I tested positive for Benzo's. I have not used any ...
A: Neither ibuprofen or amoxycillin will cause false positives for benzos. False positives and false ...
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| Statins | 11/21/2006 |
Q: I've been taking simvastatin 20mg with very good results. Now, lovastatin and pravastatin have ...
A: Most statins have similar efficacy (except for atorvastatin which may be superior in resistant ...
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| how is Pemoline (Cylert) differ from amphetamines? | 11/16/2006 |
Q: Alan Balbraith, I am a pharmacy technician student. I was hoping you could tell me what are the ...
A: I cannot find much on pemoline at all that is all that helpful. It is chemically unrelated to the ...
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| alcohol withdrawal symptoms | 11/15/2006 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, In what ways can a complete withdrawal from alcohol be dangerous, and what ...
A: I think you can count yourself as very fortunate and you can be now relieved. The first two major ...
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| alcohol withdrawal symptoms | 11/14/2006 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, In what ways can a complete withdrawal from alcohol be dangerous, and what ...
A: I will not bother about the milder and easily resolved symptoms which include occasionally seizures. ...
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| otc pain meds & RX anxiety meds? | 11/13/2006 |
Q: i am on RX Alprazolam .5 (sub for Xanax) that i take at night. i have fear of dying in ...
A: Say hello to Texas for me - I lived in Dallas for a year doing research in Parkland Hospital. Six ...
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| anxiety induced hypertension | 11/12/2006 |
Q: Dr. Please help me understand something. I have been treated for hypertension for about 10 years ...
A: Echocardiograms in the right hands are very accurate to answer the last part first. A heart rate of ...
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| mirtazapine and xanax | 11/10/2006 |
Q: My doc prescribed mirtazapine and on my 30 day f/up with her I told her I was waking up a night, ...
A: Luckily I keep all my answers as I did not remember making such a statement and wondered why I did? ...
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| GRD | 11/8/2006 |
Q: I have been taking Zantac 150-300 mg a day for about a week or so. I stopped taking about two days ...
A: The stopping of the Zantac could cause the stomach pain a perhaps even the cramps so maybe you ...
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| pill i.d. | 11/8/2006 |
Q: I have a small round white pill with "rdy" on one side and 230 on the other. I got these as my ...
A: It could be oxycodone, a narcotic analgesic but I cannot determine if I this is 100% correct. The ...
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| Pharmacy Tech. Student Question | 11/7/2006 |
Q: Can you please tell me what a " Grandfathered" pharmacy means? Please and thank you!
A: Out of curiosity I had to find out what this word meant in pharmacy. It is obviously a word mainly ...
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| Estrogen, Synthroid, Effexor | 11/6/2006 |
Q: Are there drug interactions among Estrogen replacement pills, synthroid, and effexor? I also take ...
A: There is only one reported potential interaction with these drugs and it is probably not worth ...
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| your response | 11/4/2006 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, why did you respond to my letter in such a rude manner? Was that really necessary? ...
A: This time I am apologising as I now remember who you are and the questions you used to ask which ...
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| Acid Reflux and Larynx Reflux | 11/3/2006 |
Q: I have been suffering from acid reflux for years and have been on and off of different kinds of ...
A: I am not going to be of much help with this throat clearing and lump in the throat sensationas I ...
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| Anxiety Medications | 11/2/2006 |
Q: My husband 50 yrs old has taken klonipin for 5 years and is tapering off onto valium, it has been 2 ...
A: 5 years is a long time to being on Klonapin and it is addictive and more potent than Valium. He will ...
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| Wellbutrin XL and alcohol | 11/2/2006 |
Q: After years of smoking and many failed attempts, I finally quit smoking several years ago. Then, ...
A: I completely agree with your doctor and do not agree at all with all the alcohol warnings you are ...
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| diabetes, antidepressants & hypochondriacs | 10/31/2006 |
Q: My grandmother is 86 years old and has diabetes mellitus, and she is currently taking a blood ...
A: I would be slightly hesitant before advising any antidepressant at this age and when patients are on ...
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| drug interaction-too many? | 10/30/2006 |
Q: My boyfriend has his 18 year old son on Lexapro, Wellbutrin, Dexedrine and Genotropin - And the boy ...
A: Although not contraindicated, I am not too happy about Dexedrine being given with the Lexapro and ...
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| problems absorbing pain and other medication | 10/30/2006 |
Q: I am a female aged 49 years young (separated and destined to stay single), living with my 21 yr old ...
A: I hope you do get some relief. Has your pain specialist ever suggested the morphine infusion into ...
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| expired | 10/27/2006 |
Q: I have a sinus infection and cant afford to go to the doctor but I have some Omnicef 300mg left from ...
A: They probably would not do you any good or harm. Get a new prescription. Most drugs keep well beyond ...
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| Pharmacology | 10/25/2006 |
Q: I am a 3rd year pharmacology but have been told this may be more of a medicinal chemistry question. ...
A: I'll try to answer this in words since I do not know the exact structure of diphenhydramine in my ...
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| esahagus | 10/24/2006 |
Q: on 10/11, I exercised in my pool and woke with a pain in my right shoulder. Thinking I pulled a ...
A: Sounds very like an attack of cholecystititis (a gall stone or infection of the bile duct). It ...
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| Effectiveness of viagra | 10/23/2006 |
Q: Some time back, I took viagra as was having trouble maintaining an erection. It had absolutely no ...
A: Viagra can cause diarrhoea but this is all that common and it does cause headache more commonly. You ...
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| narcotic withdrawl | 10/21/2006 |
Q: i am 18 years old and addicted to narcotics. but the other thing is, im six months pregnant. i ...
A: Narcotic withdrawal withdrawal without medical help is very difficult although the withdrawal ...
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| problems absorbing pain and other medication | 10/21/2006 |
Q: I am a female aged 49 years young (separated and destined to stay single), living with my 21 yr old ...
A: I really cannot think of much more especially when a pain management centre has difficulty in ...
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| pharmacology | 10/17/2006 |
Q: I am trying to find out the difference between a pharmacological agent and medication. I have a ...
A: Really there is no difference. A pharmacological agent is a drug, medication, medicine etc (or vice ...
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| urinalasis drug screens and false positives | 10/16/2006 |
Q: --i am on methadone maintence program and i also take antideprents. i had a urine drug screen that ...
A: 90% of the population convert some codeine to morphine in the body so this will explain why you ...
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| urinalasis drug screens and false positives | 10/16/2006 |
Q: I had a drug screen have a false positive. This test was done with my urine. I do take medications: ...
A: I am not quite with you - you say a false positive - but you were taking methadone, which is a drug ...
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| aschmidt83@hotmail.com | 10/14/2006 |
Q: I am an alcoholic and have abused my wellbutrine in the past. I am currently in recovery and ...
A: Wellbutrin and Lamictal are OK together. The problem with most antidepressants is that individual ...
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| Allergic reaction | 10/13/2006 |
Q: Doctor,I always read the inserts that come with new prescriptions. Many commonly state that rash or ...
A: This is not a simple question to answer fully but i'll try to to at in simple language. You ...
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| MEDICATIONS / GASTROL | 10/12/2006 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith My Mom has severe Gerd very bad at night, she is taking the following: SULFATE 1 GM ...
A: It c ould be that the sucralfate (I am presuming that this is what you mean by sulphate)could be ...
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| How to skip a period? | 10/12/2006 |
Q: Hey! Im about to attend a very important conference but my periods begin right in a middle! Is there ...
A: The way recognised way is to use the contraceptive pill. If you are taking a 21 day packet keep ...
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| Prescription Medication* | 10/12/2006 |
Q: I don't have a doctor, but from time to time I need prescription medication, is it safe to order ...
A: This can be risky if ordering from countries outside USA or Canada. Even from these two countries ...
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| Depakote and TSH | 10/10/2006 |
Q: My wife has been taking Depakote for epilepsy since last November. Her current daily dose is ...
A: As far as I can ascertain Depakote has no effect on TSH secretion. This may be a completely ...
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| Tegretol | 10/7/2006 |
Q: Can you tell me what 300 mg of Topamax (Topiramate) would be equivalent to when using Tegretol ...
A: They are almost the same as far as dosing is concerned ie 300 mg topiramate is about the same ...
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| Phentermine lexapro wellbutrin alcohole cocaine | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I just started Lexapro, but over the past three years, with my mom dying, switching colleges and ...
A: You are partially correct regarding my response – to add cocaine to phentermine could be fatal ...
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| Methadone | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I understand and thank you. However, in my docs notes, it says that it doesnt show for narcotics. ...
A: Methadone will show up on a urine test but only if they are looking for narcotics, which they ...
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| Methadone | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I take 45 mgs of Methadone a day, 20 in the AM and 25 in the PM. I requested a copy of my doctors ...
A: Methadone would definitely show up on most drug screening programmes. However, as you are taking it ...
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| Switching Antidepressants | 10/4/2006 |
Q: I'm about to switch from fluoxetine 20mg to mirtazapine 15mg. Do I need to wean myself from the ...
A: Sop far there has been no reports regarding having a washout period from fluoxetine to mirtazapine. ...
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| Drug Interactions-Lexapro-Wellbutrin-Adderall-Alcohol | 10/4/2006 |
Q: I value and respect your opinion. But how can you explain that I feel so good on the adderol and I ...
A: I would agree with your statements in that you will feel more confident and more together but this ...
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| Drug Interactions-Lexapro-Wellbutrin-Adderall-Alcohol | 10/3/2006 |
Q: I'm a college student and not brave enough to ask my doctor about the implications of taking the ...
A: Firstly, Adderal may mislead you into thinking that it helps you study. I have several times in my ...
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| Zoloft and Wellbutrin combination | 10/2/2006 |
Q: You did not provide an answer to my question and you did not previously respond, as this is the ...
A: I do not know what happened but here is my answer as written on 1st October, but spelling now ...
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| antidepressant advice | 9/28/2006 |
Q: I have been taking antidepressants off and on for about 8-9 yrs. Back in 1998 I took Serzone, and ...
A: I am assuming Serzone has been withdrawn in the country you live in as it has moist other places ...
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| Decilone Forte | 9/27/2006 |
Q: What is the adverse side effect of taking Decilone Forte
A: I have attached the information given to all patients prescribed Decilone Forte (dexamethasone)in ...
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| Nicotinamide for MS | 9/27/2006 |
Q: Some new research suggests that nicotinamide may mitigate progessive forms of MS. The oral doses ...
A: I'll have to do some research on this and will get back to you in about 12 hours. Anyway, unlike the ...
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| Nardil | 9/26/2006 |
Q: Nardil is typically said to require a washout period prior to replacement by another antidepressant. ...
A: I have heard of this practice too and think it is very risky. I have known people dying when taken ...
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| Inderal LA | 9/24/2006 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism. My endocrinolgist has put me on Inderal LA 80 mg. My ...
A: Sometimes hyperthyroidism produces an abnormal beat (a dysrhythmia) in the heart which is not ...
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| progesterone | 9/22/2006 |
Q: Doctor, With my improving Spanish I was able to fully decipher from a local pharmacist in my new ...
A: Progesterone taken in this amount in men usually increases libido rather than the opposite so am ...
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| celexa vs. lexapro | 9/22/2006 |
Q: I currently take 20mg of Lexapro for anxiety disorder with underlying depression. The Lexapro ...
A: Cemically speaking these two drugs are almost identical but different people respond better to to ...
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| vicodin use | 9/21/2006 |
Q: I have been prescribed ES vicodin for pain for the past 6 years. I am worried about the effects on ...
A: The hydrocodone in Vicodin will do nothing adverse on the liver even after indefinite use. The ...
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| Nexium and Trimspa | 9/19/2006 |
Q: I currently take Nexium, once/day in the mornings per prescription. Are there any known risks for ...
A: I have examined the many ingredients of Trimspa and would very much doubt that there would be any ...
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| Expired Medication | 9/16/2006 |
Q: I am currently taking Amphet/Salt combo tablets in 10mg, I recently came across some tablets that ...
A: As long as they have not been exposed to moisture or extreme heat they should still be OK and ...
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| indetifying a pill | 9/13/2006 |
Q: I found a little round light yellow pill with a capital Letter L in black printed on it. Please ...
A: In the US there are at least 12 drugs as described which makes it more or less impossible to ...
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| antibuse | 9/6/2006 |
Q: When I take antibuse my breath is horrible, as if I digested large quantities of garlic powder, so ...
A: This effect of Antabuse is common and normally it will go in time, usually in two weeks or less. ...
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| chrones | 9/6/2006 |
Q: My name is ruby and i am 13 yrs old. i have had chrones disease since i was 8 yrs old. i has been ...
A: I am appending several web site addresses which should give you all the information you need. ...
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| Chronic daily headaches | 9/5/2006 |
Q: I have a 14 year old daughter, who after MANY trips to MANY Dr's was diagnosed with Chonic Daily ...
A: Long term amitryptiline should not be a problem as long as adequate oral hygeine is maintained as it ...
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| Plateau effect with Prozac? | 9/5/2006 |
Q: My new Physician switched me recently from Prozac to Lexapro. I had taken Prozac for over 10 years ...
A: I tend to side with you. You were doing fine with Prozac and why change? A little strees and anxiety ...
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| pharmacology | 9/4/2006 |
Q: sir, my question is if there is any condition in which our acid and enzyme will digest our stomach ...
A: Our stomach enzymes and acid can digest the stomach wall itself and this is a common cause of ...
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| helo | 9/4/2006 |
Q: helo. i am jst wondering about the diffrence between pharmD and bs in pharmacy. is thyr dfnrnt ...
A: I can only partially answer this question as I am not a pharmacist but a pharmacologist. A ...
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| drug interactions | 9/4/2006 |
Q: My brother was given two drugs to take together for depression and sleep: Celexa (Citalopram) and ...
A: Neither of these drugs have any MAOI properties but the action of each may be potentiated if given ...
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| Birth Control | 9/2/2006 |
Q: I am dating a new girlfriend and she dislikes birth control. She has tried different types but finds ...
A: I presume you are referring to oral contraceptives, to which many women have adverse effects. She ...
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| Nardil Problems | 8/29/2006 |
Q: This is kind of a long story. There are not many types of medications I have not taken. I have ...
A: Your problem is so involved that to answer it fully would take a long time and even then I probably ...
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| triliptal | 8/28/2006 |
Q: My seven year old great grand daughter has been put on triliptal after being diagnosed as bipolar. ...
A: I have attached a kist of potential adverse effects fot Tripliptal but most even though it says most ...
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| 5mg amlor | 8/27/2006 |
Q: I am taking 2 tablets of 5mg amlor for the blood pressure, whats is the site effect of this ...
A: I have appended the complete patient information sheet given in Australia to all persons prescribed ...
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| False positive urine for etoh | 8/26/2006 |
Q: Any experience with Tricor (or other statins) causing a false positive urine test for etoh? Could ...
A: Tricor (it's a drug used more for high triglyceride levels than cholesterol) is not a statin but the ...
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| Urinalysis | 8/25/2006 |
Q: (U.S.)My wife is being prescribed oxycodone 10/650, 3 or 4 times a day as needed for pain, and ...
A: A strange state of affairs, unless they thought she was ontaining the drugs and selling them on the ...
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| omega 3 | 8/18/2006 |
Q: Can you tell me if pharmaceutical grade omega 3 is something created as an advertising ploy. Or, is ...
A: Pharmaceutical grade means that the oil is standardised and one batch is almost the exactly the same ...
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| blurred vision from drugs? | 8/15/2006 |
Q: Have taken lipitor since 1995. angioplasty in 1999. Bypass in Feb 2006. Blood test every 3 mos ...
A: I do not completely understand why you say "obviously not" after the blood tests as it all depends ...
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| Remeron/Mirtazapine | 8/10/2006 |
Q: Is the weight gain that is often seen with this drug solely due to increased appetite, or is there ...
A: This effect is only due to an increase in appetite. Mirtazapine affect a substance in the body ...
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| the shelf-life of injectable testosterone | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I am a 60 year-old man in excellent health who, because of a low testosterone level, takes ...
A: This is a very difficult question to answer with the exact figures as only the manufacturer of a ...
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| provigil | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I have been on provigil (200-300 mg per day) for the past 2 years to help with my narcolepsy. I ...
A: These symptoms are almost certainly withdrawal. Unfortunately there is nothing much can do to avoid ...
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| Anafranil or Clomipramine lomg term use | 7/4/2006 |
Q: I have been on Clomipramine/Anafranil for 7 years for the treatment of OCD. It has been a life ...
A: Clomipramine has been on th go for maybe 40-50 years and people have been on it for very long terms ...
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| Paroxetine and Lamisil | 7/4/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: As you know paroxetine is a potent inhibitor of CYP2D6, and I was looking at the ...
A: Paroxetine levels rise when taken with Lamisil but there has been, as far as I know, no cases of ...
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| Tricyclics | 7/4/2006 |
Q: I've been taking Prozac for several months. The one benefit I notice is that I'm sleeping more, ...
A: I am still a firm believer that some of the older tricyclic antidepressants have still a major role ...
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| head tremors and lithium | 7/3/2006 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, Thankyou for responding to my question. I have read that hand tremors were a side ...
A: As the cause of the tremors is due to the action of lithium on the muscles and probably not the ...
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| Medications | 7/3/2006 |
Q: I am one of a few family members living that am attempting to help an 84 year old aunt that has a ...
A: One of the unknowns will be Depakote which is unlikely to cause the symptoms you describe but ...
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| Long term use of dexamethsone - (United States) | 7/3/2006 |
Q: My daughter recently got off the dexamethasone and was put on the birth control pill. She was on ...
A: Dexamethasone disappears very quickly from the body so, basically, when it is stopped its action ...
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| Hypertension/Heart related | 7/3/2006 |
Q: I am having hypertension for nearly twenty years. After using various drugs, the doctor found that ...
A: You have got problems and I wish I were able to offer something better than I have. The best drugs ...
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| DEPAKOTE AND TRIM SPA | 7/2/2006 |
Q: I AM CURENTLY TAKING DEPAKOTE 250MG 2 X'S PER DAY. I WANTED TO START TAKING TRIMSPA THE APPETITE ...
A: There are no known interactions here, but cannot guarantee it although I would consider an ...
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| drugs for PTSD | 7/2/2006 |
Q: With a diagnosis of Complex PTSD the first drug reccomended to my friend was an SSRI. She got so ...
A: Valproate is now more and more being used for PTSD and is not the horror drug you describe. Agreed ...
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| Epinephrine and Dopamine | 7/1/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if inhaled Epinephrine (for Asthma treatment) could harm or reduce the production of ...
A: They are both synthesised in the body from the amino acid, tyrosine and have similarities in ...
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| Percocetl, Amoxicillin, and Alcohol | 6/29/2006 |
Q: I live in the USA, and just got my wisdom teeth out two days ago. I've been taking percocet 4-6hrs ...
A: Contrary to popular believe there is no problems with alcohol and amoxycillin; most people including ...
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| Antidepressants | 6/29/2006 |
Q: I am a 23 year old female who has lately been feeling very depressed and low - not suicidal, but I ...
A: Unfortunately, all antidepressants can have adverse effects but they are very unpredictable with ...
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| How to Ease Fentanyl Withdrawal Symptoms | 6/27/2006 |
Q: My husband had been prescribed Fentanyl patches after a back injury for which he was awaiting ...
A: Depending on where you live the options can be different but usually when fentanyl is used for pain ...
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| Lovastatin Manufacturer change | 6/26/2006 |
Q: I recently have been prescribed lovastatin and have been taking it for 7 months. The manufacturer ...
A: Sometimes with drug changes in manufacturesrs and in the composition of tablets can laed to changes ...
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| Perphenazine | 6/20/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: I was looking at my information drug book and it says that perphenazine depresses the ...
A: it was good to see your name after mmy mail box was flooded to its maximum of 7 questions purporting ...
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| enalapril | 6/20/2006 |
Q: Sir, I have a question to ask. I am hypertensive and on Bisoprolol-10 Amlodepine-10 Losartan-100. ...
A: Since you are taking another btwo antihypertensives I would agree partially with your relative. To ...
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| lexapro | 6/20/2006 |
Q: I am on Lexapro 10 mg and clonazepam 0.5 mg since 1 year for anxiety, panic disorder and stress and ...
A: I am having great difficulty with several questions coming through from HD, DH about anxiety, ...
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| withdrawl effects | 6/20/2006 |
Q: was on lexpro 10 with clonazepam 0.5 for anxiety and panic disorder GAD. Male aged 50 years. I was ...
A: If you had not given the date for stopping the clonazepam I would certainly have said your symptoms ...
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| SSRI | 6/20/2006 |
Q: I read in recently anwered question that the anxiety disorders occur when brain cells and their ...
A: Firstly, a psychiatrist would be better at answering some this question as anxiety, depression, and ...
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| Metoprolol | 6/19/2006 |
Q: 1.My internist has prescribed prazosin-5 mg in place of amlodipine due to bilateral leg welling. I ...
A: Prazosin has been used for a long time to control blood pressure and is one of the most potent in ...
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| My queries | 6/19/2006 |
Q: 1.My brother was on Amlodipine-10 mg developed pedal edema was switched over to S-Amlodipine 5 mg ...
A: 1.Best come of the amlodopine completely. There are plently other antihypertensives that do not lead ...
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| Safe usa of Adderall XR | 6/19/2006 |
Q: I am currently taking Adderall XR for attention defficite hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I know it ...
A: The younger you are the less chance there is of Adderal raising your blood pressure to affect your ...
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| B-12 | 6/19/2006 |
Q: 1.Does Methycobalamin help in neuropathy like burning feet/ sole. Male/48 years nonidiabetic ...
A: Methylcobalamin will usually only help if the condition is due to B12 deficiency. A blood test can ...
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| garlique | 6/19/2006 |
Q: Can you tell me if there is any validity to garlique helping with cardiovascular health? Thanks so ...
A: Yes, there certainly is, although some of the evidence is tenuous and the odourless varieties sold ...
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| morphine SR | 6/18/2006 |
Q: I am a cancer patient, living in the U.S. I have been prescribed Morphine to control diarreah which ...
A: Your pharmacist is wrong, even though theoretically there should be no difference in practice there ...
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| lexapro | 6/18/2006 |
Q: I take lexapro, and the website says not to take aspirin with it. I asked the pharmacist about ...
A: There are reported interactions between aspirin and Lexapro but unless you have ever experienced ...
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| Amlodipine & Leg swelling | 6/17/2006 |
Q: I am male-49 hypertensive on Amlodipine-10 Atenolol-100 and Losartan-100. As I had pitting edema on ...
A: Amlodipine frequently causes peripheral oedema (pooling of fluid ) in the legs but so does the ...
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| effexor and tinnitus | 6/16/2006 |
Q: I was prescribed effexor depot two years ago for depression. I took the medication for 5-6 months ...
A: Tinnitus is an uncommon but recognised adverse effect of Efexor. This would not usually influence a ...
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| trivastal | 6/15/2006 |
Q: I’m a 52 year old grandma. I was diagnosed with entrapment of the nerve and bad blood circulation. I ...
A: I am not quite following your question as Pirebidil is almost always ised for Parkinson's disease ...
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| Telmisartan | 6/14/2006 |
Q: I am male/48 years on Atenolol-100 Amlodipine 10 and cozaar-100. Recently, my internist advised me ...
A: The treatment of hypertension is still a minefield of controversies. I follow regularly updates on ...
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| Desipramine and blood pressure | 6/14/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: As you know, effexor at high doses, inhibits the reuptake of norepinephrine, which can ...
A: Sorry for the delay but am in Iraq at the moment (the safe north). Your question all boils down to ...
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| testosterone | 6/14/2006 |
Q: What can I take to raise my testosterone level & thats not too expenive to buy?
A: There is nothing available legally without prescription that can raise testosterone levels. Any ...
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| Antidepressant Side Effects | 6/14/2006 |
Q: Would Effexor be any less likely than Prozac to cause sexual side effects in a male? Thank you for ...
A: The incidence of impotence, ejaculatory problems etc is almost the same and can occur in about 10% ...
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| THC and Black Cohosh | 6/13/2006 |
Q: I have a friend that says he tested "inconclusive" on a urine drug screen for drugs after taking ...
A: There is absolutely nothing in the conventional medical literature that says that black cohosh can ...
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| Ambien and Klonopin [Clonazepam] | 6/13/2006 |
Q: Is it ok to take 0.5MG of Clonopin in the AM and also 16MG of Ambien in the PM at bed time? In the 6 ...
A: You are almost certainly addicted to both. The most severe symptom on stopping both is insomnia ...
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| Expired Medication | 6/8/2006 |
Q: I have been having issues with acid reflux and ulcers. My doctor prescribed me Nexium to take. I ...
A: Both Nexium and Axid are pretty stable if kept dry and have not been exposed to high temperatures ...
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| Reglan for children | 5/31/2006 |
Q: My 11 yr. old daughter has been prescribed 5 mg of reglan prior to each meal to help her empty her ...
A: Sorrry this is late as I did not receive it until now. The email that should have reached me on ...
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| tapering off antidepressants? | 5/30/2006 |
Q: I am a 32 y/o female who has been on antidepressants since approximately age 19 (12 yrs). I am ...
A: 1. Usually these types of antidepressants can be stopped without any withdrawal effects if it is ...
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| Follow up | 5/25/2006 |
Q: Dr- First, thank you for your quick reply and information. It was greatly appreciated. I was ...
A: The absorption of drugs through the skin varies depending on the amount of hair follicles and the ...
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| androgel | 5/24/2006 |
Q: Dr- Question about topical androgel (testosterone gel). According to the package insert and ...
A: This is a difficult question in a way. I'll explain, in normal men who have no testosterone ...
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| Atypical antipsychotics question | 5/23/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: I am confused about 5HT2 receptor blockade of atypical antipsychotics (i.e. ...
A: This is a problem faced all the time in drug reviews. It really depends on how specific an author ...
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| I am corrently taking Hydrocodene-acet... | 5/18/2006 |
Q: I am corrently taking Hydrocodene-acet for a bad back promlem and I was wondering if this drug can ...
A: Taken in the normal prescribed doses nether hydrocodone or paracetamol (acetaminophen)cause changes ...
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| pill yuo lied about | 5/16/2006 |
Q: the pill that is ethex 041 is a 5 not 40 mg of oxxy
A: I apologise, I did receive this question about a year ago - hunfdreds of questions have been asked ...
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| Sodium versus magnesium valproate | 5/16/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: Does Sodium Valproate has some advantages over Magnesium Valproate and viceversa? I ...
A: A long time siince I've heard anything from you. As far as action is concerned they are identical. ...
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| beta blocker | 5/15/2006 |
Q: Alan Galbraith,I take Toprol xl I would like to take a beta blocker that doesn't treat Anxiety.is ...
A: I think you are worrying over a misunderstanding re anxiety. Beta blockers are only useful to treat ...
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| Xanax xr vers. regular Xanax | 5/15/2006 |
Q: Galbraith, Thank you for the prompt answer. I have another question regarding the pills I take ...
A: I have to say thet the symptoms that you describe are most likely coming from the benzos. I cannot ...
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| nexium dosage | 5/12/2006 |
Q: I was in to see the doctor today and had a scope but down my throat. The doctor took pictures of ...
A: It does not really matter whether the tabs are taken 1h or 30 minutes before a meal. Do whatever is ...
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| Xanax xr vers. regular Xanax | 5/12/2006 |
Q: Galbraith I have been taking Xanax off and on agaian for years now. Recentaly I switched from 1mg ...
A: It is generally not a good idea to chew XR tablets as it can upset the absorption and cause overdose ...
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| cardiology | 5/11/2006 |
Q: why ACEI is contraindicated in acute myocardial infarction although of its high cardioprotective ...
A: I am assuming you are the one whom I saw the other day. Thank you for your question. ACE inhibitors ...
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| weight gain and medicines. | 5/7/2006 |
Q: i have been seeing a qualified psychiatrist for many years for pharmacological monitoring of my ...
A: Paxil and avandia (especially so) are known to cause an increase in appetite with weight gain. The ...
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| drug difference | 5/4/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: What is the difference between Hydrocodone and Oxycodone? I know the former sometimes ...
A: There is really not much differencew between these two narcotics. Both are related to codeine but ...
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| wellbutrin xl dosage | 5/4/2006 |
Q: I have an appt. to see my doctor soon but feel that I cannot wait one more day to increase the amt. ...
A: There must be an epidemic of Wellbutrin prescriptions, this is the third in 24 hours. Never take ...
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| Depakote | 5/3/2006 |
Q: She has MS, as well as epilepsy. It seems that anything that doesn't agree with her causes similar ...
A: The symptoms your wife is 'suffering from could be well due to the MS or the Depakote. Therefore the ...
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| Depakote | 5/2/2006 |
Q: My wife is on Depakote for epilepsy. She is experiencing some symptoms that may be side effects of ...
A: Without knowing the symptoms I cannot really answer this. Anyway it would not be advisable, in my ...
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| Lamictal and Wellbutrin | 5/1/2006 |
Q: I am currently taking Lamictal, just went up to 400mg from 350, the same day i started taking ...
A: I do not know where you got your information from but what you are telling me does not agree with ...
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| antacids | 4/29/2006 |
Q: I've been using Maalox (maximum strength, antacid and anti- gas) for approx. 2 weeks. Since then, ...
A: Taking Nexiunm should obviate the need for Maalox anyway. Maalox can cause diarrhoea although ...
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| - | 4/29/2006 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I wanted to withdraw from Citalopram 20 mg I ve been on for about 6 month, since I ...
A: Firstly there is no recorded interaction between diclofenac and thioridazine therefore such an event ...
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| Abdominal "Bug" ... or Wellbutrin Side-=Effects? | 4/28/2006 |
Q: I've been taking antidepressants for over a decade, but just over a week ago began taking ...
A: Firstly your experience is much more likely to have been caused by a stomach bug rather than the ...
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| Alka Seltzer | 4/26/2006 |
Q: I was told that taking alka seltzer on a regular basis can reduce the risk of yeast infections. I ...
A: This is utter rubbish and even though it did work I would not be recommending an aspirin containing ...
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| ________ | 4/25/2006 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I'm on Celexa 20 mg. But, since I have it with my lunch, it is not taken at a ...
A: With the Celexa it is OK to take at any time as food does not interfere with its absorption. I would ...
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| Effexor - Low blood pressure | 4/18/2006 |
Q: I'm from canada, 27 female. For the past couple day I suffering from dizzyness (and at times stiff ...
A: The usual reaction is hypertension rather than hypotension, but the later can happen although rare. ...
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| Pharmacy Technician questions | 4/17/2006 |
Q: I am a pharmacy technician student and I am having trouble locating a few answers to some questions. ...
A: I do not normally answer questions which are homework. The main reason is that I am a consultant ...
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| Pharmacy | 4/16/2006 |
Q: I am 60yrs old and for the last 5-6 years for a week or so, maybe once or twice a year, I get so ...
A: Atrial fibrilation can on occasion cause lightheadedness and a fainting felling but is not normally ...
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| blood pressure | 4/10/2006 |
Q: well I have a question regarding blood pressure. I am a 30 yr old white male, and I have been ...
A: Firstly do not even think of reserving. I am surprised that it is still used (it was removed from ...
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| extended sobriety | 4/8/2006 |
Q: i noticed on your profile that you are quite knowledgeable in psychiatry, you relieved my concerns ...
A: You must be a chemist to use EtOH for alcohol! It takes a long time to recover completely from ...
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| klonopin dependency | 4/6/2006 |
Q: my boyfriend has been taking 1mg tablets of klonopin three times per day for one week now - could ...
A: Clonopin does not normally produce dependence/addiction for at least 10-14 days. Given this fact and ...
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| zinc | 4/1/2006 |
Q: Dr Galbraith: Could you please tell me the main differences between Zinc sorbate and Zinc gluconate, ...
A: The difference as far as action on the body is negligible. Chemically, the difference is so slight ...
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| Is it a good choice | 3/28/2006 |
Q: I am about enter college and I have choosen pharmcay as a major and i want to know the demand for ...
A: I have a sneaking suspicion you know a Sarah who has just asked me a similar question. I'll append ...
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| medication side effects? | 3/26/2006 |
Q: Galbraith, Thanks for much for you answer. it really helped. When i get my medication, my ...
A: I tend to agree with your pharmacist (I am not one but a pharmacologist!). You are on two drugs ...
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| Calcium Channel Blocker | 3/24/2006 |
Q: My doctor (internal medicine) has prescribed a calcium channel blocker to help control my high blood ...
A: Do not worry you need not change your diet regarding calcium intake. Calcium channel blockers only ...
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| Carbamazepine | 3/20/2006 |
Q: two questions to do with the drug carbamazepine: Would you be concerned about a white cell count of ...
A: The blood cell counts are low but not dangerously so. It is not unusual for these to fall during ...
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| Nefedical | 3/20/2006 |
Q: My Doctor has me on Nefedical. One of the side effects I have noticed besides blurred vision at ...
A: Nefidical can cause blurred vision but I have never heard of it dulling the whites and doubt this is ...
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| raw garlic and cholesterol etc | 3/20/2006 |
Q: I would like to know whether by eating one or two cloves of raw garlic a day helps in reducing ...
A: There is quite a bit of speculation about this some positive and some negative regarding both ...
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| Pharmacy Message Board | 3/14/2006 |
Q: A portion of my clients are independent pharmacists and I'd like to learn more about their business. ...
A: I am not a pharmacist so really cannot answer your question. You should try to find a expert in your ...
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| Effexor XR | 3/14/2006 |
Q: I have been given a prescription for Effexor XR 75 mg and was wondering what the most common side ...
A: I am attaching the manufacter's details about Effexor XR and its adverse effects. This list is long ...
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| EFFEXOR | 3/11/2006 |
Q: a simple question, i think... does effexor show up on a standard drug test, i think its called the ...
A: Drug testing today can find just about anything in blood or urine. Normally, anything abnormal in a ...
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| Prozac and Depakote | 3/5/2006 |
Q: Do these two drugs interact in any way? I am particularly interested in knowing whether either of ...
A: There is a potential for the adverse effects of Depakote to be increased with concurrent Prozac. I ...
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| unusual side effects | 3/3/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you have ever heard of anyone ever suffering extreme bloating or water retention ...
A: The following is from the manufacturer's list of adverse affects for risperidone, closely related to ...
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| What does NOSOCOMIAL mean... | 3/2/2006 |
Q: What does NOSOCOMIAL mean?
A: We apply this term to infections which are picked up due to medical procedures or from stays in ...
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| REM and antidepressants | 3/1/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know if the REM suppressing effects that most SSRI's have affect how and how much ...
A: Attached is an abstract which answers your question probably better than I can. Get back to me if it ...
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| Benzos and slow wave sleep | 2/22/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: As you know, benzodiazepines (benzos) reduce the time spent in slow wave sleep, whereas ...
A: I have done a quick check of the literature to see if there is any substance to your query but ...
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| Thioridazine | 2/22/2006 |
Q: Galbraith, How long can Thioridazine 10 mg (3 times daily) be used for short term ? Best Regards, ...
A: I would have thought this was the problem. This is a very low dose of thioridazine and adverse ...
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| Aspirin | 2/22/2006 |
Q: When prescribing preventative use of aspirin for heart health I notice that the recommended dosage ...
A: A very pertinent question and one which I have asked myself frequently. I have no explanation ...
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| thc | 2/20/2006 |
Q: i am pregnant and quit smoking marijuana 3 months ago. i keep testing positive for it and i don't ...
A: Marijuana and its metabolites (THC and other compounds) tend to linger in the body for sometimes as ...
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| beta blocker usage | 2/15/2006 |
Q: I am suffering from PVCs and my doctor has prescribed 10 mg Propranolol 1x daily. Sometimes it ...
A: I definitely think you should revert to the atenolol as soon as possible, it is a better betablocker ...
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| Nitrazepam 1mg/1ml oral suspension | 2/13/2006 |
Q: the preparation and stability of Nitrazepam 1mg/ml oral suspension the above is the title i have ...
A: I have done a quick Google search using the keywords from your question. This throws up many sites ...
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| Nitrazepam 1mg/1ml oral suspension | 2/12/2006 |
Q: the preparation and stability of Nitrazepam 1mg/ml oral suspension the above is the title i have ...
A: Try the following addresses: www.sickkids.ca/pharmacy/section.asp?s=Manufacturing&sID=7232 - 42k ...
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| medication administration | 2/12/2006 |
Q: what are the 6 "R" to proper medication administration?
A: I am only aware of five, which are right drug, right dose, right patient, right route and right ...
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| Pulmonary Infiltrate eosiniophilia and NSAIDS | 2/10/2006 |
Q: In June 2004 I was diagnosed with PIE - pulmonary infiltrate eosiniophilia. My lung doctor was very ...
A: There is no simple test to say what causes the eosinophilia and obviously you want some relief from ...
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| Aripiprazole | 2/10/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: What does it means that aripiprazole has some partial/full agonism/antagonism to ...
A: Dwelling into the realms of pharmacodynamics here, I see. Lets define these terms - agonism is ...
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| Amitriptyline | 2/9/2006 |
Q: Galbraith I live in Ontario Canada. My question is this..what is the shelf life of Amitriptyline and ...
A: There should be an expiry date on your packaging of the tablets which generally should be adhered ...
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| morphine usage | 2/9/2006 |
Q: Dr.Galbraith, Thank you for entertaining my question. I have an uncle in the hospital with ...
A: 2 mg of morphine is a very low dose, not enough for pain relief and I think it is given in this case ...
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| NSAIDs | 2/8/2006 |
Q: Dr Galbraith, I had a few questions on NSAIDs and would appreciate it if you could answer them. I ...
A: The best analgesic for prostatitis is probably ibuprofen 400-800 mg per day and it does not interact ...
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| Dopamine reuptake inhibitors | 2/7/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: Are there any psychiatric drugs that work only on dopamine reuptake inhibition? As you ...
A: Good to hear from you again. The only one apart from bupropion is methylphenidate (Ritalin) which ...
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| Diamox500 | 2/6/2006 |
Q: Due to a harsh cough, which then followed a few days later with a feeling which I thought was a ...
A: These effects that you feel are very possibly due to the Diamox and I really wonder if this is what ...
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| Diamox500 | 2/6/2006 |
Q: Due to a harsh cough, which then followed a few days later with a feeling which I thought was a ...
A: You do not say what you are taking the Diamox (it has several uses) for and what has been going on ...
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| Antibiotics_ "pills" | 2/3/2006 |
Q: Dr Galbraith, Doctors say you could become tolerant against antibiotics if you use them a lot and ...
A: No, one does not become tolerant to any antibiotic no matter how frequently they are used. What you ...
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| Heart Attack Prevention | 1/30/2006 |
Q: I experienced an MI seven years ago and have been asymptomatic since then. My heart function, blood ...
A: Apologies for being so long but I have been unable to access my questions for three days. ...
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| medication | 1/29/2006 |
Q: my Mother is in a nursing home with acute dementia. She is also challenged with depression and ...
A: This is a very low dose, sometimes as much as 30x this dose is given ie 300mg so I would not foresee ...
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| medication | 1/27/2006 |
Q: my Mother is in a nursing home with acute dementia. She is also challenged with depression and ...
A: I need more information here. Seraquin is a herbal preparation used in dogs with arthritis. You ...
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| I have a paper to write about... | 1/24/2006 |
Q: I have a paper to write about drugs mostly narcotics and just thought maybe you could give me some ...
A: I have appended the chapter on narcotics I wrote for my textbook. Get back to me if you have any ...
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| fibromyalgia | 1/21/2006 |
Q: ) Any new drugs that work well for fibromyalgia? Thank you Marianne Answer - Dear Marianne ...
A: I have attached a complete list of possibilities. Diclofen belongs to the first box ie ...
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| fibromyalgia | 1/20/2006 |
Q: ) Any new drugs that work well for fibromyalgia? Thank you Marianne
A: Apologies for the delay but allexperts.com have been having pronblems with their server and although ...
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| antidepressant | 1/19/2006 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with Dysthymia, Social Phobia with panic attacks, and Adult ADD. I have taken ...
A: com have been having pronblems with their server and although I could see your question I could not ...
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| antidepressant | 1/18/2006 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with Dysthymia, Social Phobia with panic attacks, and Adult ADD. I have taken ...
A: I tend to agree with the dropping of the Xanax as it can cause addiction and adverse effects to the ...
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| lorazepam | 1/18/2006 |
Q: The lorazepam was prescribed by his new GP instead of loratadine.This was a year ago now and he ...
A: You are definitely not overreacting. I cannot understand how anyone would give lorazepam instead of ...
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| lorazepam | 1/18/2006 |
Q: my 7 year old son was prescribed lorazepam by mistake and took several 2.5mg doses over 4.5months.He ...
A: Did the pharmacy make this mistake and give lorazepam instead of vigabatrin? Eye problems and lack ...
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| Paxil and Paxil CR | 1/17/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: Can Paxil CR be used for the same conditions for which the plain paxil is approved ...
A: As far as I know the answer will be yes. I really cannot see the value of CR preparations for Paxil. ...
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| gastro problem | 1/17/2006 |
Q: Oh yes, it was the small enemas that she used. I don't think I can get her to go back to the doctor ...
A: I do not think you should be scared if your daughter is not distressed in anyway as this apppears to ...
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| gastro problem | 1/17/2006 |
Q: They did not do a rectal. They felt her stomach, said it feels soft and is not distended. The ...
A: The stomach soft and not distended usually precludes severe constipation but I still think a PR ...
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| Conflicts with prescriptions & supplements? | 1/17/2006 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I have been taking Etodolac (Lodine) for pain for arthritis in my neck, and ...
A: There is no reported interactions with the drugs and supplements you are taking. Yes, there is an ...
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| gastro problem | 1/17/2006 |
Q: My daughter is 21-years-old and has not had a BM in 12 days! After taking laxatives and enemas for ...
A: There definitely seems something wrong if she is eating normally. I cannot understand the attitude ...
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| Paxil CR question | 1/16/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know if Paxil CR pills can be cut, to let's say half? Or, they can't, because of ...
A: Normally CR preparations cannot be halved as this can destroy the release mechanism which is a ...
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| how to seperate acetaminophen from hydrocodone | 1/16/2006 |
Q: Your concern about acetamoinophen is unfounded. Taken in prescribed doses the chances of liver ...
A: I did a search on the Net but all sites given separation techniques would not open. Try using ...
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| Stablon | 1/16/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you have any experience or have heard of the French drug Stablon (tianeptine), a ...
A: I had not heard of this drug and it is not available in Australia. I have scanned the attached ...
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| how to seperate acetaminophen from hydrocodone | 1/15/2006 |
Q: firstly I appreciate your site especially the "recreational". Okay I know there's a way to do this; ...
A: Your concern about acetamoinophen is unfounded. Taken in prescribed doses the chances of liver ...
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| Nexium dosing timing | 1/14/2006 |
Q: My father takes Nexium (Esomeprazole) once a day before dinner. Can you explain to me what the "at ...
A: In Australia there are no guidelines as to when to take the daily tablet and I am not aware of the ...
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| Antidepressants question | 1/14/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: I was wondering if some antidepressants that are not FDA approved for a specific ...
A: I would think that all of the SSRIs would be useful in panic and obsessive compulsive disorders. I ...
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| CRF-1 receptor antagonists | 1/11/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know if there are any CRF-1 receptor antagonists (i.e. Antalarmin) already ...
A: Youv'e partially got me this time. There is not much doubt that these drugs which afre at present ...
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| GABA | 1/9/2006 |
Q: I really appreciate your help. I dont have the twitches just a night. Its just a constant twitch, ...
A: Ativan, is of course a benzodiazepine but the best benzo for muscle relaxation is Valium (diazepam) ...
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| GABA | 1/9/2006 |
Q: Over the past few nights I have had constant muscle twitches which is making it even harder to get ...
A: Minor (and very occasionally not so minor)muscle twitches are common before falling of to sleep. I ...
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| ambien side effects, & interations | 1/9/2006 |
Q: I am a 45 yr old femaile (USA), who has never had health problems, other than insomnia which started ...
A: Ambien has been reported to cause GERD symptoms but in clinical trials they were similar to that ...
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| GABA | 1/9/2006 |
Q: . I do sometimes take melatonin, though it doesnt seem to keep me asleep. I have been taking lunesta ...
A: I do not have any experience with the time release brands of melatonin but they are probably worth a ...
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| GABA | 1/8/2006 |
Q: I have been looking at the supplement GABA. I would like to know more about it. I have a lot of ...
A: There are no GABa supplements available to my knowledge and anything purporting to be is false. Most ...
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| Drug interactions | 1/8/2006 |
Q: I am currently taking Suboxone 8 mg 2tabs 3 times a day. I was recently prescribed Esgic for ...
A: There are no reported interactions between the ingredients of Esgic and Suboxone. However, this does ...
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| Birth Control | 1/6/2006 |
Q: I'm currently on the generic POP Errin and will be switching to the combined pill Ortho Tri Cyclen. ...
A: No effectiveness will be lost in the switch over and there should be no need for any other method of ...
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| Antidepressants, insluin and glucose homeostasis | 1/5/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: I read a PubMed abstract in which it says that some antidepressants normalize glucose ...
A: Sorry for the last message I clicked on the wrong reply. Some of the SSRIs, if not all are reported ...
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| what is an acceptable substitute... | 1/3/2006 |
Q: what is an acceptable substitute for depakote and what is depakote used for in psychiatric ...
A: I presume from your question that the Dapakote is being used for a mood disorder rather than for ...
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| cyp450 | 1/2/2006 |
Q: I've been trying to research drug interactions. I have been tried on 8 different SSRI's in the last ...
A: I am unsure exactly what you want here as you head the query with cyp450, whih is only indirectly ...
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| Questions about Paxil | 1/1/2006 |
Q: Galbraith: I was reading an old webpage that says some bad things about paxil and paxil CR and ...
A: A happy New Year to you and good to hear from you again. So far this year my questions have come ...
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| -------------------------thank... | 12/16/2005 |
Q: -------------------------thank you can the damage of depakote b reversed? i mean most times we ...
A: If Depakote has caused damage to the fetus it cannot be reversed, but please bear in mind that ...
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| if one has a short cycle... | 12/13/2005 |
Q: if one has a short cycle when do they ovul8 as compared to someone with a long cylce? r ...
A: 1. Ovulation is usually determined from the onset of menstruation at approximately 14 days from the ...
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| what affect if any does wellbutrin... | 12/13/2005 |
Q: what affect if any does wellbutrin depakote prolixin and cognetin have on conception? at what ...
A: Wellbutrin and Cogentin have not been reported to have any affect on conception and may be safe in ...
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| Antidepressants | 12/9/2005 |
Q: My doctor has me on Cymbalta, Wellbutrin XL, Lamactil, and zyprexa for treatment of depression. It ...
A: It seems like a lot of medications to me too for just depression. I hope your doctor is a ...
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| Depression and anxiety evaluations | 12/8/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know of any websites where someone can get the scores for depression (like the ...
A: Try emedicine.com for the anxiety types - just do a search on the acronyms and you should get plenty ...
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| Substitute medications | 12/7/2005 |
Q: I have a disabled student who is being forced to change her method of prescription coverage. Most ...
A: Yes, there probably is but in order to determine which one it would be helpful to know the condition ...
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| erectile desfunction | 12/3/2005 |
Q: What can you tell me about alovan I received literature in the mail about it so I was going to give ...
A: Alovan is made from the herb called Eurycoma longfolia and reputedly helps with erectile ...
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| beta blocker overdose | 11/30/2005 |
Q: I am a professional paramedic. Recently I was told that Glucagon was used as a first line drug in ...
A: Betablockers can induce a hypoglycaemic reaction especially in children and diabetics, The blood ...
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| Anxiety disorders and antidepressants | 11/28/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know if paxil is one of the best antidepressants for treating anxiety disorders? ...
A: I am adding an excerpt from emedicine which tells you all I think that you want plus a little extra ...
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| Paxil and Paxil CR | 11/27/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know why paxil CR was pulled off the market a few months ago? Also, what's the ...
A: Both Paxil preparations are identical as far as therapeutic properties are concerned, the difference ...
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| shelf life of peniciilin | 11/23/2005 |
Q: How long is penicillin good for? I have a bottle with no expiry date and was curious. thanks
A: I presume you are talking about tablets or capsules as the shelf life of liquid preparations is only ...
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| Psychotropic drugs and weight gain | 11/22/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know the mechanisms by which some antidepressants (remeron, paxil, etc.) and ...
A: Almost certainly the mechanism of action is through the modulation of serotonin (a neurotransmitter) ...
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| Adderall XR | 11/20/2005 |
Q: My son, age 5, has been prescribed Adderall XR 5mg for ADD. Can you tell me the risks of taking ...
A: At this dose children do not suffer from the same effects than adults. Why this is so is not really ...
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| Nandralone question | 11/19/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know how much impact does nandrolone (Deca-Durabolin) has on hemoglobin, red ...
A: I can squeeze in an answer now as it is fairly straightforward. It will increase red blood cell ...
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| Drug research? | 11/19/2005 |
Q: Let's say, a doctor is seeing a patient who has a history of chest pain, high cholesterol, ...
A: Firstly in order for a doctor to get a research team interested in this he/she would have to ...
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| Mixing sleeping meds | 11/17/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Can non-benzo drugs like Ambien help with nighttime anxiety disorders or they are mainly ...
A: Ambien and the like can be used for night-time anxiety as a hypnotic as their ability to promote ...
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| ingredients | 11/16/2005 |
Q: could you tell me what ingredients are in pain medications ( prescriptions )that make you feel as if ...
A: All active ingredients should be displayed on the main container of tablets and inactive ingredients ...
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| Sleep and benzos | 11/16/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Since benzos like klonopin can interfere with delta wave sleep stages (3 and 4), I ...
A: A literature search came up with the following amongst many others. 1.Benzodiazepines are known to ...
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| Peripheral neuropathy and B12 vitamin | 11/16/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: I have read that B12 vitamin deficiency can cause peripheral neuropathy, but also that ...
A: Vitamin B12 deficiency definitely causes a peripheral neuropathy and as it is accompanied by ...
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| pharmacology | 11/16/2005 |
Q:
A: This question is very wide and for me to answer it fully would be like writing a book. I really need ...
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| Epilepsy Meds | 11/15/2005 |
Q: I've read a little further and have another question. The information that I found recommends a ...
A: Your information regarding starting dose is correct but as the tablets are only available (at least ...
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| Epilepsy Meds | 11/15/2005 |
Q: My wife developed epilepsy last summer, possibly as an effect of MS or the Avonex prescribed for it. ...
A: Normally it is recommended that the patient starts on 500 mg per day and increases the dose by 200mg ...
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| Drugs for sleep disordered breathing abnormalities | 11/13/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: I have a question about acetazolamide. You said that this drug causes hyperventilation ...
A: Firstly, theophylline is primarily used for asthma and acetazolomide for glaucoma. I am apending an ...
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| Drugs for sleep disordered breathing abnormalities | 11/13/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know how the drugs theophylline and acetazolamide help with sleep disordered ...
A: A quick search of the Medline database did not throw up anything of any significance. It seems that ...
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| Sleep drugs | 11/12/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know which drugs can increase delta wave sleep and which ones disrupt with delta ...
A: APD125 is a completely new type of hypnotic (and is not marketed yet) and works very differently to ...
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| Pharmaceutical technology | 11/10/2005 |
Q: Galbraith, I'm a student at stonybrook university. For reseach purposes, I was wondering if you know ...
A: Your best bet is to do a search on Google or any other search engine puting in the terms ...
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| diarrhea | 11/9/2005 |
Q: I have a 3 year old with diarrhea and I was curious as to what OTC's would be okay to give her. Do ...
A: Fior a 3 tyear old I would recommend a mixture containing kaolin or pectin, both of which are ...
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| proprietary drug names | 11/7/2005 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, you have answered questions for me before. Would you know the best way to research ...
A: This. I find too, is a fascinating subject. However I know of know compendium or something similar ...
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| medications | 11/4/2005 |
Q: My sister is taking the medications listed below.She was mildly depressed.And had an mild anxiety ...
A: The Prozac is an antidepressant and combined with Buspar is good for anxiety episodes. Buspar does ...
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| Drugs to regenerate the protective mucosal layer in the stomach | 11/3/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Are there any drugs that can help promote the secretion of the protective mucosal layer ...
A: The only drug that remotely does what you require is alginic acid which is available in several ...
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| Kidney stone pain medicine | 10/31/2005 |
Q: Twelve years ago while 1,000 miles from home, I gave birth to a kidney stone. When I arrived at the ...
A: I find your treatment in Malayasia absolutely disgusting. Renal colic is one of the worst pains to ...
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| Petroleum and white soft paraffin | 10/31/2005 |
Q: What is the difference petroleum and white soft paraffin?
A: Like your last question the answer is not much but I presume you are meaning petroleum jelly. White ...
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| Petrolatum and Petroleum jelly | 10/28/2005 |
Q: What is the difference between Petrolatum and Petroleum jelly? Is Petrolatum a liquid form of ...
A: Both are essentially the same preparation and both are jelly like and consist of hydrocarbons with ...
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| untreated allergy | 10/24/2005 |
Q: Is there any medical evidence that states that poison ivy, left untreated, will enter the ...
A: My answer is still the same and I tend to agree with your understanding but antihistamine creams ...
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| uncertainty, lack of awareness | 10/24/2005 |
Q: Dr. Alan Galbraith, I was wondering if I could consult with you about a matter. I have had some ...
A: My first impression from reading your question is that depression is the main cause of all your ...
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| In a 72-year life span, my... | 10/23/2005 |
Q: In a 72-year life span, my most serious health problem has been seasonal allergies (genes, clean ...
A: In most people Zocor is a very safe drug and seldom causes adverse effects worth noting. If you have ...
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| Accutane question | 10/20/2005 |
Q: Galbraith. Is the brain effect you are referring to called pseudo tumor cerebri? Also, what are ...
A: Unfortunately there are a lot of scaremongers in this world who dwell on the negative aspects rather ...
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| Accutane question | 10/20/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Are you familiar with accutane and its side effects? There are a lot of websites that ...
A: There are lots of adverse effects with Accutane but there is no danger of long term or permanent ...
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| drug analogue | 10/18/2005 |
Q: I would like to know what is the U.S. analogue of the (German) Mobilat gel.
A: There is no equivalent of this preparation in the USA. The closest would be one of the many ...
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| pain medications | 10/14/2005 |
Q: I'm a retired nurse. My mother in-law is visiting and has had a lot of knee pain. X-ray showed ...
A: It is not normal to administer two opioids (drugs like morphine etc Vicodin and tramadol are both ...
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| Thioridazine | 10/12/2005 |
Q: Dr Alan Galbraith, I have been prescribed Thioridazine 10 mg. twice a day. I was wondering if it ...
A: This is a very low dosage and I would not foresee any ECG changes. At high doses ie 100mg + there ...
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| sleeping pills | 10/11/2005 |
Q: Does Lunesta have any side-effects? Followup To Question - Hello. I have questions about ...
A: The following are the common side effects of Lunesta, but most peolpe report no adverse effects and ...
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| sleeping pills | 10/11/2005 |
Q: I have questions about sleeping pills. Generally, I find that the OTC (over the counter) sleeping ...
A: I presume that you have been using antihistamines as sleeping pills as they are the only ones really ...
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| Receptors, medication | 10/8/2005 |
Q: How are you? Good I hope. I am unsure whether or not this is in your area of expertise, and I ...
A: This is probably true for some drugs that act on receptors but whether this is the case for the ...
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| MEDICATIONS | 10/1/2005 |
Q: Dr. My Mom is taking the following drugs, Coumadin 3MG and Diovan 80 mg, she has been sick to ...
A: The Diovan is very unlikely to be causing these effects but it is possible that the Coumadin is, ...
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| appetite suppressants | 9/29/2005 |
Q: Can you reccomend or advise on a safe and effective, over-the-counter appetite suppressant or diet ...
A: This all depends on where you live as products vary in different countries. The products that do ...
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| the body | 9/26/2005 |
Q: am 26 male and my waight is just 54 is there any medicine or something to boost me up? i need to add ...
A: There is no medicine that I would advocate for weight gain. Your best bet is to get high calorie ...
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| After a scope I was given... | 9/25/2005 |
Q: After a scope I was given Nexium r/t damage to my esoghagus ecluding a dx of Barrets. I took the " ...
A: The Nexium certainly could cause the sickness but it is unlikely to be related to your other ...
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| Alcohol | 9/24/2005 |
Q: Alcoholic Drinks are forbidden in my country so they are either imported illegally or made by ...
A: Any commercially produced liquor is safe to drink in moderation. The problem arises with homemade ...
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| How is the 'addictiveness' of a drug/chemical determined? | 9/23/2005 |
Q: I read all the time how this chemical or that drug is "one of the most addictive drugs/chemicals ...
A: I do not know of any book that lists potential addictiveness but can give you a brief answer. The ...
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| Hepatitis B vaccine | 9/23/2005 |
Q: I am taking a Microbiology class and was asked to research the following"why does it take 3 doses of ...
A: This is really a question for an immunologist/microbiologist but I can give you a brief answer. In ...
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| Thiazide decreasing lithium clearance | 9/21/2005 |
Q: Why do thiazide diuretics increases Lithium concentration when use concomitantly. Thanks
A: The mechanism whereby thiazides increase plasma lithium concentrations is probably due to an ...
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| Drug Interaction Concern | 9/19/2005 |
Q: Aloha Dr Galbraith, My wife suffers from delayed-onset Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome ...
A: I appreciate your concerns and definitely do not think you are paranoid. You are perfectly correct ...
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| Potassium | 9/14/2005 |
Q: Lets just say theres a guy with a history of Crohns disease and several surgeries... immagine hes on ...
A: Potassium deficiency is a distinct possibility here but it is impossible to say how much to take. ...
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| Zoloft side effects | 9/14/2005 |
Q: I am hoping you can help me (and my wife). She has been on Zoloft for over 2 years now. Her sex ...
A: Zoloft is well known to induce lack of sex drive. Depression usually has a similar effect, so you ...
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| strange effect of ecstacy? | 9/6/2005 |
Q: I tried ecstacy for the first time about a month ago. I only took one pill. I had a somewhat bad ...
A: What you describe is almost certainly an unusual effect of Ecstasy. It is well known that this type ...
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| vicoden and provigil | 8/29/2005 |
Q: I'm taking 200mg of the provigil. So do you think after 3 months I will have my own natural energy ...
A: 200mg is a medium dose and I am sure you'll notice a benefit. Try not to worry about about what ...
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| Sleep Medications | 8/25/2005 |
Q: I am hoping you can help me with this. I have been taking either lunesta or ativan for the past 2 ...
A: Try if at all possible to stop the Ativan first as it is very easy to become addicted to this and ...
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| withdrawal | 8/23/2005 |
Q: I am using Citalopram 20 (Celexa) for three weeks and I want to withdraw. Can I use Fuoxetine 10 for ...
A: After only three weeks I would very much doubt that you would have much difficulty with withdrawal. ...
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| zolft | 8/21/2005 |
Q: My doctor adviced me to take sertralina for my obsesive behavoir, but I noticed that when I stand up ...
A: If you are happy taking fluoxetine instead of sertraline you may be able to avoid this undesirable ...
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| diuretics | 8/18/2005 |
Q: What would be the reasons for giving Hydrochlorothiazide vs. Furosemide for treatment of ...
A: Diuretics reduce blood pressure by reducing the volume of the blood. Reducing the volume of liquid ...
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| treatment for bipolar disorder | 8/18/2005 |
Q: I am curretnly on 300mg of quetiapine fumarate, and 200mg of lamotrigine to manage bipolar disorder. ...
A: All this information is readily available on the Internet but the trick is knowing how to do proper ...
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| about Prozac(fluoxetine) | 7/12/2005 |
Q: My son was on fluoxetine at 60 mg a day. also he was on adderall. i gave my son his pills everyday ...
A: )of blood plasma. This is the way fluoxetine levels are usually given in the US. In other countries ...
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| about Prozac(fluoxetine) | 7/12/2005 |
Q: I was wondering how a persons fluoxetine level could reach 3000+? How many pills would it take and ...
A: I really need to know the exact concentation figures. I am presuming it is blood levels therefore I ...
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| alcohol and lovastatin | 7/7/2005 |
Q: Should my husband continue to drink wine while taking lovastatin
A: There is no problem at all in drinking wine in moderation (up to 2-4 glasses per day) when on ...
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| Oxycontin | 7/7/2005 |
Q: I live in the United States. I found two different kinds of pills. One is a yellow and white ...
A: The tablet with ethex 041 are 40mg oxycodone (the active drug in Oxycontin). The 93/33 ones are also ...
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| Vitamins-Minerals | 7/5/2005 |
Q: Galbraith, I've learned where our soils have been depleted of minerals from wind, leaching, poor ...
A: It is very doubtful that your first sentence is strictly true as plants will not grow without the ...
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| Swimmer's Ear | 7/3/2005 |
Q: I was in the pool today and now my ear is clogged. Can I use regular rubbing alcohol and pour some ...
A: I would not use rubbing alcohol in your ear as I am not sure of the consequences. The alcohol ...
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| Penicillin | 6/26/2005 |
Q: how long is penicillin in your body? and how can it leave your body? is there a possible chance of ...
A: Just an addendum. Penicillin allergy is not like peanut allergy where only traces of nuts can ...
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| Medicine for Cancer | 6/21/2005 |
Q: I have read in a magazine that a medicine naming "Gendicin" have come. It has been invented in ...
A: I have done a literature search (not magazines) on Gencidin and have only found two references to it ...
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| hi,
how can i decrease sweating?
what... | 6/21/2005 |
Q: how can i decrease sweating? what substance can help ?
A: If your sweating is really severe and use of topical supermarket/drug store preparations do not ...
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Q: Followup To Question - hi, I want to know that (Deodorant) and (Antipersiprant), which are used ...
A: I can now answer your question fully. The main ingredient is the aluminium chlorohydrate and this is ...
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Q: I want to know that (Deodorant) and (Antipersiprant), which are used monthly used, Can be are cuase ...
A: I have now managed to identify 8x4 antiperspirant made by Beiersdorf a reputable cosmetic company. ...
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| Fluoxetine | 6/13/2005 |
Q: How long does it take Fluoxetine 10 mg to show its effect ? also 20 mg ? Sincerely, Pat
A: As is the case with all antidepressant drugs their onset of action is slow. Normally it takes about ...
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| Concerta- taking it sporadically | 6/13/2005 |
Q: My step son goes to his mothers house ever other weekend. He used to be on Concerta but we took him ...
A: Concerta is sometimes given semi-sporadically ie if the problem is worse at school it may only be ...
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| xenical | 6/11/2005 |
Q: sir xenical 120 mg...when best time to take? during heavy meal..after or before? can be taken ...
A: It can be taken with a meal, immediately before or no more than one hour afterwards. Take no more ...
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| Ortho cyclene- Birth control pill | 6/6/2005 |
Q: I have been having some major issues with weight and was wondering if it might have something to do ...
A: There is no doubt that oral contraceptives can make some women put on weight but a lot of this ...
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| Lanoxin | 6/4/2005 |
Q: I'm in the U.S. and have been taking lanoxin since suffering a heart attack and subsequent quad ...
A: Lanoxin is a cardiac (heart) stimulant and basically makes the heart a more efficient pump. It is a ...
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| Wellbutrin | 6/3/2005 |
Q: I have only one more question. It says that the fisrt perscription should be for 30, then get a ...
A: You will need another porescription as it is best to remain on 2 tablets per day for at least seven ...
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| Wellbutrin | 6/3/2005 |
Q: I hope this is within your expertise. There are so many categories within the medical listings that ...
A: I have added below the complete information for patients on Zyban (bupropion or Wellbutrin) as given ...
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| Ketoconazole and Fluconazole | 6/1/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: I have read that Ketoconazole can influence glucocorticoid secretion (something to do ...
A: No, it gas not been reported that fluconazole can affect corticosteroid secretion at recommended ...
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| Drug interactions | 6/1/2005 |
Q: I am currently taking Lexapro (20 mg) and I just ordered Serenity w/ Lithium (all natural). Can they ...
A: First of all let’s get things straight - lithium orotate (the ingredient of Serenity) has never ...
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| Isosorbide | 5/26/2005 |
Q: Followup To Question -Followup To Question - Is this drug known for causing jaw pain? I have been ...
A: Lipitor is a statin very closely related to the simvastatin in the Vytorin and is likely to cause ...
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| rheumatism | 5/26/2005 |
Q: I'm a 54 year old man. I had a blood test for cholesterol but the doctor said he was concerned ...
A: Strange for your doctor still to use such a vague term ie rheumatism. I did not think this term was ...
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| Isosorbide | 5/26/2005 |
Q: Followup To Question -Is this drug known for causing jaw pain? I have been on it for a few days ...
A: The best alternative and one that has as good results as a statin(eg Vytorin)is one called ...
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| ONDANSETRON (ZOFRAN) | 5/25/2005 |
Q: For the past 40 years I have suffered from a phobia known as "emetiphobia" (fear of v******g) and ...
A: Deasr Lorraine I definitely think that it is worth a try. The main reason that this group of drugs ...
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| Isosorbide | 5/24/2005 |
Q: Followup To Question - Is this drug known for causing jaw pain? I have been on it for a few days ...
A: Below is a message for patients on Vytorin from the manufacturer. VYTORIN is a prescription tablet ...
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| Isosorbide | 5/24/2005 |
Q: Is this drug known for causing jaw pain? I have been on it for a few days following 3 cypher stents ...
A: Vytorin can be responsible for this type of pain. Your cardiologist should know this and advise ...
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| Isosorbide | 5/24/2005 |
Q: Is this drug known for causing jaw pain? I have been on it for a few days following 3 cypher stents ...
A: I would not think that the isosorbide would cause these symptoms and they are not mentioned in the ...
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| Prescribtion drugs | 5/22/2005 |
Q: What will happen if someone is taking a anti-seizure drug medication Topramax for a street drug and ...
A: I cannot understand why anyone want want to take Topramax as a street drug. Noner of its effects, in ...
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| interaction with alcohol | 5/19/2005 |
Q: i am taking valerian and melatonin for lack of sleep and some anxiety, it helps to keep the panic ...
A: I know valid reason why alcohol cannot be taken in modersate amounts with either of these substances ...
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| glucosamine | 5/18/2005 |
Q: I have type 11 diabetes which is controlled I take avandia. Is it ok to take glucosamine/chondroitin ...
A: There should be no problem taking glucosamine with diabetes and while on Avandia. Whether or not ...
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| ingredients in drugs | 5/16/2005 |
Q: My wife had to take a drug screen for a new job and the results of the test showed that she had a ...
A: Clorazepate (usually sold under the name, Tranxene)is not the same drug as oxazepam (Serepax). ...
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| Drugs to increase stomach acid | 5/14/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: I live in El Paso,TX USA zip code 79901. Thanks, RobertoHi Dr. Galbraith: Do you know ...
A: Your best bet in the US is pepsin-glutamic acid-betaine (it has no short name) or betaine ...
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| Drugs to increase stomach acid | 5/13/2005 |
Q: Galbraith: Do you know of any drugs that are useful for people with hypochlorhydria in helping the ...
A: There will probably be some drugs available where you live but without knowing where you live I ...
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| anxiety meds and pregnancy | 5/12/2005 |
Q: Is any anxiety prescription in America safe during pregnany?
A: I have added after this the official statement on antianxiety medicines like Valium, Normison, Xanax ...
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| Long Term Marijuana Use | 5/6/2005 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, Thanks for your quick response. I have just a quick follow-up, if I may. It sounds ...
A: Marijuana is considered to be addictive but much less so than nicotine (nicotine is actually ...
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| Long Term Marijuana Use | 5/5/2005 |
Q: My name is Dale and I am a freelance writer in California, USA. A magazine recently asked me to ...
A: It is now well established that frequent use of marijuana especially by smoking can lead to ...
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| Drug Interactions | 5/5/2005 |
Q: I've been taking Phentermine to help me lose weight. It was not prescribed by a doctor - I order it ...
A: There is no reported interaction between phentermine and dicyclomine but that does not completely ...
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| Xanax | 5/5/2005 |
Q: I live in the United States and I have an exam coming up which i want to be sedated for. My doctor ...
A: I am fairly sure that the Xanax tablets will help you to overcome your fear. The advantage of drugs ...
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| Xanax | 5/4/2005 |
Q: I live in the United States and I have an exam coming up which i want to be sedated for. My doctor ...
A: If you are not using Xanax regularly, this dose should definitely sedate you and will probably ...
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| headache medication question | 5/2/2005 |
Q: Have you ever heard of a medication called Mirapex (Pramipexole Dihydrochloride) being prescribed to ...
A: This drug is known to me and as far as I know it is only used in Parkinson's disease and a ...
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| Drug Interaction | 4/27/2005 |
Q: Dr Galbraith, Thank you for replying to my original question. The MAOI was Nardil (Phenelzine). ...
A: As I explained, the use of phenelzine concurrently with standard nasal congestants can be dangerous ...
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| Drug interaction | 4/27/2005 |
Q: The client is currently taking medication for severe depression. The depression is classified as ...
A: The question does not say what MAOI the patient is on. Tranylcypromine and phenelzine (the older ...
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| types of medication | 4/26/2005 |
Q: I live in jamaica queens ny my mother was rushed to the hospital with a mild heaty attack. she was ...
A: Furosemide is a diuretic, ie a drug which promotes urine production. It is commonly used to lower ...
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| Statins for Multiple Sclerosis | 4/24/2005 |
Q: My wife is in the secondary progressive phase of MS. She is on Avonex, but we are still seeing a ...
A: Firstly let me set your mind at rest re the use of statins when your wife's cholesterol and LDL ...
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| Premarin | 4/22/2005 |
Q: My mother is 89 years old, has dementia, and has been taking Premarin for many years. Her doctor ...
A: As you probably know Premarin is usually used in the perimenopausal years and your mother is away ...
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| narcotic medicines/actiq/liquid roxicodone | 4/20/2005 |
Q: I will try not to drag this out,but let me explain a little about myself.I have had crohns disease ...
A: You have had a rough time and do not deserve the treatment you are receiving from Medicaid. I am not ...
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| drugs for epilepsy | 4/19/2005 |
Q: i would like to know if there are new drugs for epilepsy , their names and mode of action which of ...
A: In the past ten years there has been a plethora of new drugs used in the treatment of epilepsy and I ...
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| anemia | 4/19/2005 |
Q: i would like to know which kind of medicines exist to treat anemia? thenk you!
A: Anaemia can be caused by several different factors and the treatment is given according to the ...
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| hemmroids cream | 4/18/2005 |
Q: -------------------------I KIVE IN CALIFORNIA UNITED STATES , I NEED THE CREAM NOT THE ONE LOOKS ...
A: I note you do not want suppositories but they are often better for the internal types. Creams or ...
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| hemmroids cream | 4/18/2005 |
Q: is there a cream for hemmroids to relaxe and cool the area...
A: There are so many creams for haemorrhoids but the name varies from country to country. Let me know ...
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| Drug interactions | 4/18/2005 |
Q: I currently take two medications Prozac (20 Mg daily) and Allegra 180 (one pill daily). I am ...
A: I'm back quickly. There is not enough tryptophan in this preparation to cause any problems. If there ...
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| amox +clav | 4/18/2005 |
Q: I am curious about augmentin and amoxicillan and dosing effect on antimicrobial activity. does ...
A: I thought I would add some more thoughts on this matter. In a way clavulanate is not the drug here ...
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| sulfur | 4/17/2005 |
Q: Does the cold medicine Drixoral have sulfur in it? I ask because I am allergic to sulfur
A: Drixoral (the decongestant only, all other Drixoral preparations are sulphur/sulphate free) has a ...
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| amox +clav | 4/16/2005 |
Q: I am curious about augmentin and amoxicillan and dosing effect on antimicrobial activity. does ...
A: I'll answer your second part only as I cannot understand the first part but if I am correct the ...
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| Alcohol and amoxicillin | 4/15/2005 |
Q: Does alcohol kill the antibiotic in your body if you drink alcohol while taking it!
A: There is no reason whatsoever that alcohol cannot be drunk while on amoxycillin or for most ...
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| narcotic medicines/actiq | 4/14/2005 |
Q: Is ther anything comparable to actiq?This is a lollipop that is absorbed through mucosal tissue ...
A: Actiq is a preparation of the drug fentanyl a very potent narcotic. Potency relates to the amount of ...
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| Metoclopramide | 4/6/2005 |
Q: Galbraith, Why is it that metoclopramide causes extrapyramidal reactions in some patients as a ...
A: This type of reaction to metoclopramide is not common but a recognised adverse effect especially in ...
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| phlogen zyme pills | 4/5/2005 |
Q: A friend of mine was asked to take phlogen zyme pills. She is a cancer patient. She was told if she ...
A: First of all I am not aware of Phlogenzyme being used for cancer. Its main uses appear to be for ...
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| prescription drugs | 4/1/2005 |
Q: I'M TAKING A ACE INHIBITOR AND A DIURETIC. SINCE I STARTED TAKING THE DIURETIC MY BLOOD PRESSURE HAS ...
A: I do not know where you saw that you cannot take an ACE inhibitor with a diuretic - this is a very ...
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| Diamox | 3/31/2005 |
Q: I have run out of Diamox Sequels (generic name is Acetazolamide), that I have been taking for my ...
A: I cannot guarantee you will have no problems missing a few doses of Diamox but would consider a ...
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| insulin resistant medication which can not cause weight gain | 3/31/2005 |
Q: sir age 45 weight 100 kg...mild diabetes oriented obesity-insulin resistance...insulin production ...
A: The following drugs are usally not associated with weight gain: glimipiride, glibenclamide, ...
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| Antidepression Medication | 3/30/2005 |
Q: I have been taking Effexor XR for 2 1/2 years now. Although it does alleviate the worst parts of my ...
A: It seems that the modern antidepressants are not working well with you and I definitely think that ...
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| prescriptions | 3/24/2005 |
Q: I'm taking Ramipril, Spironolactone, and vitamins B6 & B12. Can you tell me if any of these pills ...
A: Both Ramipril occasionally can cause muscle pain rather than weakness and spironolactone can cause ...
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| Cardiovascular Drugs | 3/21/2005 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith: Your point is clear and well taken. Should I also understand that you favor the ACE ...
A: Yes, that is my opinion. Remember that having had a previous myocardial infraction that your heart ...
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| Cardiovascular Drugs | 3/20/2005 |
Q: I experienced a myocardial infarction six years ago, and have been asymptomatic since then. ...
A: Neither the Peace nor Europa does not say absolutely that ACE inhibitors will not help in low risk ...
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| insulin resistance | 3/20/2005 |
Q: sir pl intimate all kinds of medicines for insulin resistance second stage and related impotance
A: The best type of drugs to use in cases of insulin resistance are the oral antidiabetic drugs of the ...
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| Height Increase | 3/16/2005 |
Q: Alan Galbraith, How are you? I am not sure if you are the right person I should be talking to, but ...
A: At 18 your brother has almpst certainly reached his maximum height. There are no wonder pills on the ...
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| xanax with SAMe | 3/15/2005 |
Q: i am from the usa can you take the supplelment SAMe with xanax?
A: I see no reason why Xanax cannot be taken with Sam-E. However as Xanax is used occasionally for ...
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| cold cough and sildenafil | 3/14/2005 |
Q: sir my husnand regular take sildenafil 25 mg abot 3 times in week..he has no problem but he frequent ...
A: Sorry for the delay but have been out of town. There should be no problem in taking sildenafil with ...
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| Xanax vs. Valium | 3/13/2005 |
Q: The situations where I would want to control tremors would involve things like a tense one on one ...
A: With this information it now sounds like propranolol will do. Your tremor as now described is like ...
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Q: Followup To Question - Sir, If I have become tolerant against one benzodiazepine like diazepam ...
A: Carisoprodol would be fine (its not available in australia henc its omission). It can slow the heart ...
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Q: Sir, If I have become tolerant against one benzodiazepine like diazepam (because of excessive) use ...
A: It is doubtful that clonazepam when used as a muscle relaxant is going to be addictive but it cannot ...
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| Antibiotics/medicine | 2/26/2005 |
Q: Good afternoon I wonder how can our immune system recover from systematic use of several medicines ...
A: I'll put your mind at rest a little first. Antibiotics do not normally affect the immune system ...
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| pain meds | 2/24/2005 |
Q: I had an accident after the birth of my second child and have been on pain meds ever since. My ...
A: Firstly, I do not agree with what you have been yold regarding dopamine levels. The only drug you ...
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| Lexapro/Nsaids reaction | 2/23/2005 |
Q: I am wondering if you have heard of any patients taking Lexapro that all of a sudden have allergic ...
A: There is nothing in the manufacturer's literature about Lexapro causing an increase in allergies to ...
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| prescription alternatives | 2/20/2005 |
Q: Been taking Zocor 80 mg for about 3 years, no side effects and my numbers are excellent and have ...
A: Sorry for the delay but have been away on business and forgot to cancel my expert intray. ...
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| Sir,
If I have become tolerant... | 2/20/2005 |
Q: Sir, If I have become tolerant against one benzodiazepine like diazepam (because of excessive) use ...
A: Sorry for the delay but have been away on business and forgot to cancel my expert intray. The ...
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| Glucosamine Sulphate | 2/16/2005 |
Q: What is the differance between Di-Glucosamine Sulphate & Glucosamine Sulphate 2KC1 They are two ...
A: The first I presume is DL rather than Di and the second is 2KCl. 1g (1000mg) of the 2KCl is ...
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| Skipping periods | 2/10/2005 |
Q: I am going to Hawaii for the first time next week, but I will be getting my period right in the ...
A: There is no problem skipping periods using Marvelon. I assume you know how to do this but will ...
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| herbal magic (formula 36c) | 2/9/2005 |
Q: Is this a safe product and will it work? Each 2 Capsules Contains/ 700mg Proprietary blend of ...
A: The product should be safe enough if taken at the recommeded dose. Even though some of the ...
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| Gabapentin question from Canada | 2/6/2005 |
Q: Galbraith... I am taking the gabapentin for pain from nerve damage after a Lap Nissen ...
A: As you say a visit to the doctor is warranted. You could try, in the meantime trying ibuprofen or ...
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| Gabapentin question from Canada | 2/6/2005 |
Q: I have been taking Gabapentin, 300mg 3 times a day since January 14th. I stopped taking it for 2 ...
A: These symptoms could very possibly be due to the gabapentin but why you are experiencing them now is ...
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| Nicorandil | 2/4/2005 |
Q: I am a Coronary Care Nurse currently studying for my clinical nursing skills degree. I have to ...
A: As nicorandil has a faitly simple chemical name: N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-nicotinamide nitrate, I can draw ...
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| Advil | 2/3/2005 |
Q: I have recently switched from Vioxx to Advil for my facial pain. Now, I feel like I'm afraid of ...
A: Many people take this dose or even higher of Advil for many, many years without any ill effects. The ...
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| Lactose Intelorance (Part II) | 2/2/2005 |
Q: What is your thoughts on the two medicines: Digestive Advantage LI ...
A: Sorry, but I gave you the wrong information yesterday. This was due to the fact that I only checked ...
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| Lactose Intolerance | 2/2/2005 |
Q: Looking to switch from a lactose intolerance medicine taken before each meal to one a day type. ...
A: I know of no treatment for lactose intolerance except the normal lactase (an enzyme which breaks ...
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| medication: Mestinon (USA) | 2/1/2005 |
Q: How interesting. I knew tetracyclines degraded when moist but I was not aware that they could ...
A: No problems, you would not be the first writer who has asked questions. I am not sure exactly what ...
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| Prilosec OTC | 2/1/2005 |
Q: Galbraith, I have been taking Prilosec OTC (in USA, Don't know if it the same in Australia) for ...
A: You are corect to be concerned but I do not think that you have any worries. First the reason why ...
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| medication: Mestinon (USA) | 1/30/2005 |
Q: -------------------------Dr. Galbraith - Agree re: cost of meds on internet. Because I take such a ...
A: I would be very suspect if the tablets are disintegrating. Whether hygroscopic or not, moisture can ...
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| medication: Mestinon (USA) | 1/30/2005 |
Q: -------------------------Thank you for the prompt and clear response. You are correct of course re: ...
A: Glad I could be of some help. I cannot see why any prescriber would withhold Mestinon given your ...
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| Chicken | 1/27/2005 |
Q: I am terrified to take new medicine. I was prescribed doxycycline today for a vaginal infection. I ...
A: Doxycycline is not nearly so common in producing severe allergic attacks as say, penicillin. If you ...
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| Hello. I have IBS so having... | 1/25/2005 |
Q: I have IBS so having to potty a lot is nothing new to me. However I noticed my urine smelling a ...
A: Probably it is nothing to worry about. WBCs can show a light positive without any pathology. You can ...
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| Fiorinal | 1/24/2005 |
Q: Dr Galbraith About a year ago I was prescribed two Fiorinal C1/2 tablets daily for recurring ...
A: The ingredient of Fiorinal which has probably helped you in sleeping is doxylamine, an ...
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| atomoxetine | 1/22/2005 |
Q: i'm a 34 yr old female from the U.S. and my doctor just prescribed strattera (generic atomoxetine) ...
A: There has been no reports in the literature (as far as I know)or in the monograph (the Australian ...
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| Wellbutrin XL & Preparation-H | 1/22/2005 |
Q: This seems silly to me, but I'll ask anyway. I bought a tube of Preparation-H cream yesterday and ...
A: There was some reports about Preparation H causing problems with the older types of antidepressants ...
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| Pill Identification | 1/21/2005 |
Q: I do NOT know where this medication came from. I ordered it online from mygeneric.com and it's ...
A: There are so many brand names of alprazolam (Xanax commonest) that you would really need to ask an ...
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| Lipator | 1/19/2005 |
Q: I have been taking Lipator for about a year because my cholesterol is high. At first I had the aches ...
A: Lipitor has been on rare occasions been associated with weight gain so one could not rule this out ...
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| drug interaction | 1/19/2005 |
Q: I am currently taking Wellbutrin SR (150mg), twice a day, for help to quit smoking. I take one at ...
A: Wellbutrin an cause insomnia and also nicotine withdrawal can do this as well, therefore the problem ...
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| over the counter drug description | 1/18/2005 |
Q: What is hydrocoddome bitartrate acetaminophen and what is it used for?
A: Firstly this is not an over-the-counter drug in any country in the world, at least part is not. ...
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| doxylamine succinate, diphenhydromine | 1/17/2005 |
Q: do doxylamine succinate (in Unisom,sleep aid) and diphenhydramine (in tylenol PM) have any longterm ...
A: Neith of these drugs should cause any harm at the level you indicate. But stick to one you like the ...
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| lexapro | 1/14/2005 |
Q: I was just given lexapro for depression and anxiety. I went to the dr. knowing I needed something ...
A: Lexapro and related drugs are generally very safe drugs in adults. Most of the problems that have ...
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| Paxil CR | 1/4/2005 |
Q: I have been taking Paxil cr for a little over a year now and I would like to stop taking it. The ...
A: Firstly let me assure you that Paxil is not really what one would call addictive like heroin, ...
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| Lorazepam | 12/31/2004 |
Q: My mom,64, is taking Lorazepam. She had me pick it up for her at the pharmacy is the only reason I ...
A: Lorazepam is a minor tranquiliser and sedative and is also addictive. It should not normally be ...
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| metformin long time effect | 12/21/2004 |
Q: sir age 45 weight 99 kg male sir in borderline DM case metformin use of daily 500 once or twice as ...
A: I do not often get questions from India and I am actually going to Trivandrum later on today. The ...
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| ANTI-DEPRESSANT MEDICATIONS | 12/19/2004 |
Q: I AM A LAYMAN. I HAVE BEEN TAKING AN ANTI-DEPRESSANT, PAXIL, OR IT'S GENERIC SUBSTITUTE FOR SEVERAL ...
A: Dea Aidan I agree to some of ypur statements but not to all. It is true that the brain probably ...
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| Amitriptyline | 12/11/2004 |
Q: I was prescribed Amitriptyline for migraine headaches during the night. I've been on Amitriptyline ...
A: Anyway this question and reply rules out St John's wort. Amitriptyline is used for migraine as a ...
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| Placebos | 12/10/2004 |
Q: I'm very interested to know how a patient can identify a placebo, and how the process of perscribing ...
A: In most countries (as far as I know) doctors cannot prescribe placebos the practice being unethical. ...
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| Amitriptyline | 12/10/2004 |
Q: I take 100mg of Amitriptyline, what is the closest medicine to that, that I can get over the ...
A: There is really no medicine that you can buy over the counter to replace amitriptyline. I presume ...
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| sleeping pills | 12/9/2004 |
Q: Are you aware of any over-the-counter sleeping pills, that do not have the "hangover" effect, ...
A: Yes on both accounts but to the first question it depends on your country of residence. In most ...
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| viagra and tadalafil | 12/9/2004 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup To ...sir what is long term result of such drugs?..liver ...
A: Deae xyz60 As yet the longterm effects of these drugs is unknown as they have only been on the ...
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| DIABETES NEUROPETHY | 12/8/2004 |
Q: sir; I AM A 66 YEAR OLD MALE W/ DIABETES, DIAGNOSED HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE,ACID REFLUX,AND SEVERE ...
A: I doubt very much that Pletal would help your condition, it acts on the blood and is used for ...
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| need migraine relief! Have I tried everything? | 12/8/2004 |
Q: Followup To Question - Hello...I realize that I am not on the migraine board, but there wasn't ...
A: There is a paper on the successful use of metoclopramide (Maxolon, Primperan)for migrain but given ...
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| need migraine relief! Have I tried everything? | 12/8/2004 |
Q: ..I realize that I am not on the migraine board, but there wasn't much help there and I thought ...
A: First things first. Depakote does cause weight gain and I would not advise another increase as other ...
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| viagra and tadalafil | 12/6/2004 |
Q: sirsir there are 2 main drugs for E.D>--sledanafil and tadalafil..viagra has arround 4 to 6 hrs ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering but I was called away on urgent business. Both drugs have ...
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| Paxil and Ativan | 12/3/2004 |
Q: Wow. Thank you for the extremely fast and helpful reply. I realize the addiction factor with the ...
A: I just happened to be sitting at my computer when your question came in and I like to answer asp. If ...
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| Paxil and Ativan | 12/3/2004 |
Q: This is my first time ever using the allexperts.com site. I have simple question. I suffer from ...
A: Unfortunately Paxil often takes 10-14 days to have its maximum clinical effect and it would be ...
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| I'm working on a school project... | 11/25/2004 |
Q: I'm working on a school project and I was wonderng if you knew what were dangerous doses of ...
A: Diphenhydramine like all antihistamines is dangerous in overdose but overdose is very high. The ...
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| drug interactions | 11/23/2004 |
Q: Galbraith, My wife is taking BenicarHTC(olmesartan medoxomil-hydrocholrothiazide) for high blood ...
A: Even if chromium picolinate does cause a spike in insulin levels I cannot see how this would affect ...
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| sex | 11/19/2004 |
Q: i had a stent put in two weeks ago and am on clopidogrel bisulfate one daily,also lisinopril 5mg ...
A: The most likely culprit is the metoprolol although lisinopril has been implicated in impotence too. ...
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| phosphoric acid | 11/18/2004 |
Q: My question is about the ingredient in cola (I believe it is phosphorus, please forgive spelling ...
A: Phosphates can interfere with the absorption of iron but I would doubt that cola drinks would lead ...
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| Hello Dr. Alan, I need to... | 11/18/2004 |
Q: Alan, I need to loose 25-30 pounds. I want to know what qualifies me to be able to use prescription ...
A: The problem with phenteramine and other stimulants used to control weight loss is that once you stop ...
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| accutane question | 11/17/2004 |
Q: Galbraith: I took accutane(isotretinoin) back in 1997 for 4 months. At present, I suffer from ...
A: Digestive problems are relatively common during accutane therapy but I would very much doubt that ...
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| mdma and alcohol mix | 11/16/2004 |
Q: I want to know why is it dangerous to mix mdma and alcohol .. I hope you can answer me soon.. thank ...
A: MDMA on its own is dangerous. It is used by many, mainly teenagers and even on low doses has caused ...
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| Trimox | 11/4/2004 |
Q: I was just prescribed Trimox (amoxicillin) 500MG 4 times a day for an abcessed tooth. I have a ...
A: I'll answer your questions in reverse order. If you have taken amoxycillin before with no reaction ...
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| PHENTERMINE | 10/29/2004 |
Q: WILL PHENTERMINE THE PILL USED FOR WEIGHT LOSS CAUSE ME TO TEST DIRTY?
A: It wholly depends on what they are looking for in a urine or blood sample. In a complete drug screen ...
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| Medicine | 10/28/2004 |
Q: What drug is most like Adderall? Will it have the same effect?
A: I need some more information from you to answer your question properly as Adderal is used for ...
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| Actonel/used for postmenopausal osteoporosis | 10/21/2004 |
Q: I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis in late July 2004 and had Actonel prescribed.I am currently taking ...
A: Firstly Actonel and Fosamax are not the same. They both belong to a group of drugs called ...
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| malarone vs doxycycline | 10/21/2004 |
Q: I am going to Thailand and Cambodia (Siem Reap) and am wondering which antimalarial is better...doxy ...
A: Both of these drugs can be used as malarial prophylactics in SE Asia. I would recommend doxycycline ...
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| Xanax | 10/20/2004 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith: You have certainly motivated me to try to get off this drug, as I do believe that I ...
A: Some studies have shown that melatonin is actually helpful in lowering cholesterol levels which as ...
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| Xanax | 10/20/2004 |
Q: I gather from your comments to others that you are very leery of this drug. My doc has been ...
A: You are quite correct in your surmise that I am leery of Xanax and related drugs. I have had ...
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| i was just wondering if you... | 10/13/2004 |
Q: i was just wondering if you could help me with an assignment that I have started. it was one of ...
A: You really have to ask this question to an expert in your country of residence as the answer will ...
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| about drugs | 10/13/2004 |
Q: I have a friend that used drugs with a friend. can you tell me how long pot gets out of someone? He ...
A: Bad news, I'm afraid. Unfortunately the drugs in pot stay around in the body for a long time and can ...
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| glucosamine | 10/6/2004 |
Q: sir whether glucosamine sulphat/pottasium is usefulin knee joint pain/arthrities/softtissue injury? ...
A: Further to my note of last year there has been a further study published on glucosamine which doubts ...
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| Taking medication with orange juice | 10/5/2004 |
Q: I have been taking my medication (Proscar) with orange juice for several years. Recently my wife ...
A: There are quite a few drugs that should not be taken with grapefruit juice but orange juice has not ...
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| Barium procedure vs. endoscopy | 10/5/2004 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, You gave me a great answer on gastrointestinal drugs, so I wanted to see if you would ...
A: As you suspected this is outside my area of expertise. I am sure you'll find an expert in the field ...
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| tadalafil in normal person | 10/5/2004 |
Q: from vanita--my husbund is normal in sex capacity..eventhough he is using "tadalafil -ED pill ...
A: It really sounds to me that your husband does need tadalafil if the enjoyment of intercourse is ...
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| glicrin nitret | 10/3/2004 |
Q: sir whether gli.nitret pills used in heart problem can be used occassionaly?abruptly when require?
A: I assume you are meaning the tablets of glyceryl trinitrate you place under the tongue. It is normal ...
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| 'Glyconutrition', phytohormones, and antioxidants. | 9/30/2004 |
Q: (Hello, I'm so sorry that this turned out to be so long; it got away from me somewhat. As per ...
A: As promised. Glyconutrition sounds complete bunkum to me, and it is not even mentioned in the ...
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| penicillin vs. antibiotics | 9/29/2004 |
Q: Will you please help me understand the difference between penicillin and antibiotics?
A: Penicillin is an antibiotic. Strictly speaking any drug prepared from fungi or bacteria that can ...
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| antidepressants | 9/29/2004 |
Q: I am recently taking amoryn a natural reuptake inhibitor for my ocd and digestrin for my ibs. I ...
A: Your doctor is correct regarding the Amoryn, both St John's wort and 5_HTP present in this herbal ...
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| side effects of Norvasc | 9/28/2004 |
Q: My husband takes Norvasc for high blood pressure. He has had a chronic cough for eight months and is ...
A: Some drugs used in HBP can cause cough but I would suspect that Norvasc is not the cause here. I ...
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| ultram/ toxicology | 9/25/2004 |
Q: Is ultram/tramadol detectable in a routine urine toxicology test? Thank you for your time
A: I would say not but cannot guarantee it. Toxicology tests are so sophisticated these days that ...
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| allergy + cold over the counter meds | 9/21/2004 |
Q: Armed with Claritin-D, 24-hour, I battle my fall allergies with breakthrough symptoms only in late ...
A: I sympathise and empathise with you - my wife has just gone to bed with similar symptoms and also ...
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| Prostate Infection | 9/21/2004 |
Q: Is Bactrim prescribed for prostate infection? If so, what is the usual length of treatment? If ...
A: Yes Bactrim can be used but it is better to use one of the newer antibiotics belonging to the ...
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| drug addiction to darvon please explain the suboxone therapy program | 9/20/2004 |
Q: would you please explain the suboxone program to get therapy. i have a 53 year old brother that is ...
A: Addiction to Darvon can happen but it is not common as it does not usually produce much feeling of ...
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| the sudden pain in the eyes | 9/13/2004 |
Q: Followup To Question - Dear Dr. I think it is 5 month I am using quarter of a clonazpam tablet ...
A: The movements in your limbs maybe due to what is called restless legs syndrome which is not uncommon ...
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| divorce | 9/13/2004 |
Q: I am suffering because I am divorcing and my psychiatrist adviced me to take 2 mg clonazepam ...
A: Clonazepam belongs to a group of drugs known as benzodiazepines which includes (diazepam/Valium; ...
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Q: I think it is 5 month I am using quarter of a clonazpam tablet every night. I think it is now the ...
A: It does not matter whether fluoxetine is taken with or without food. I would recommend that you ...
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| Ranitidine vs. Nexium | 9/11/2004 |
Q: In general, what makes the difference in whether Nexium (exomeprazole magnesium) or Zantac ...
A: There is a major duifference and that is effectiveness. Esomprazole (Nexium) belongs to a group of ...
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| Cimetidine | 9/10/2004 |
Q: Is this used for stomach problems?
A: Yes, but I'll tell you more. Cimetidine belongs to the group of drugs known as antihistamines but ...
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| Dear Dr.
I think it is... | 9/7/2004 |
Q: I think it is 5 month I am using quarter of a clonazpam tablet every night. I think it is now the ...
A: With such a low dose of clonazepam you should be able to come of it in less than a week. Try a ...
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| Can alcohol cause referred pain? | 9/5/2004 |
Q: Since I consider alcohol a 'recreational' substance you may be able to help me. I am a 42 year old ...
A: First of all it is not your gall bladder. This is usually only refered to the right shoulder. I ...
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| SOD POLY SUL 15GM/6 SUS ROXA | 9/5/2004 |
Q: I live in USA. I'm 78.I have bad Kidneys. My DR.gave me this med. to help lower my Potassium. Can ...
A: These two substances are used in chelation therapy. Chelation is a fancy name given to the chemical ...
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| chrones disease | 9/4/2004 |
Q: my wife has been batteling chrones disease for 8yrs now a lot of flare ups but here latly she has ...
A: This is really beyond my expertise. You would be better to consult an expert in the medicine section ...
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| Rectal Diazapam | 9/3/2004 |
Q: Can you supply information on the correct proceedure for administering to children 3-7 Yrs of age?
A: I presume you are using paediatric suppositories, usually 5mg for a child and are used normally for ...
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| Strep Throat Medication | 9/3/2004 |
Q: Dr. Galbraith, I have come down with a case of strep throat and my doctor has prescribed me ...
A: There is no reason why you cannot take ibuprofen (Motrin is ibuprofen) while on penicillin. I am ...
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| serapax | 9/1/2004 |
Q: ---DEAR dOCTOR it has not caused confusion or depression...im just scared that it was causing the ...
A: First of all, Serepax is not an antidepressant but a sedative/tranquiliser which could help in some ...
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| contraindications between 2 drugs | 8/31/2004 |
Q: i've been placed on Zoloft for depression symptoms and currently take Allegra for my allergies; are ...
A: As far as I can ascertain their have been no published reports on any interaction between the two ...
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| SSRI Medication | 8/27/2004 |
Q: I have been taking 10mg of Cipramil for about 12 months for treatment of panic attacks and ...
A: Obviously I cannot give you a 100% accurate answer over the net but you could be suffering from what ...
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| What is arsenic trioxide prescribed for? | 8/26/2004 |
Q: Mr brother 62 yrs old had a stroke 11/6/01 He was very near death but has come to the point he can ...
A: I hve done an extensive literature search on arsenic trioxide and all references are to its use in ...
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| drug testing | 8/24/2004 |
Q: ..hoping to finally get a straight answer on this. I am an occasional marijuana user...maybe once a ...
A: Unfortunately substances contained in marijuana (eg THC) tend to stay in the body for a long time. ...
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| Meds given for stomach pain | 8/24/2004 |
Q: My grandmother has been given a prescription which is called Chlord/Clidi---whatever that means. ...
A: This combination of the two drugs chlordiazepoxide (5mg) (often sold on its own as Librium) and one ...
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| cholesterol | 8/22/2004 |
Q: Is there any other drugs other than usual- zocor lipotor etc that you can suggest? The ...
A: The group of drugs called the statins of which you mention two do cause muscle problems in isolated ...
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| Hi Dr. Galbraith,
I'm experiencing... | 7/9/2004 |
Q: Galbraith, I'm experiencing erectile dysfunction which I feel is due, in part, to the meds I'm ...
A: The most likely drug that is causing your impotence is, as you suspect, the Zoloft. Lots of drugs ...
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| Heart Meds | 7/9/2004 |
Q: As far as I can determine Tropol xl is a form of Lopressor. Also Metoprolol succinate & or ...
A: Tropol XL is a brand of metoprolol tablets which is specially manufactured to release the drug ...
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| cumadin and the effect of alcohol consumption | 7/9/2004 |
Q: My mother has been on cumadin since having valve replacement surgery 4 years ago. Since then, she ...
A: Warfarin (Coumadin) use with moderate alcohol consumption is usually OK but in excess (ie for a ...
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| methadone for pain | 7/6/2004 |
Q: FIRST OF ALL WE ARE TALKING ABOUT MY SISTER AGE APPROX. 54 YRS. OLD DIAGNOSED WITH FIBROMYALGIA, ...
A: I am glad I did not fudge my reply as I am often tempted (but never do so) to do with questions ...
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| methadone for pain | 7/6/2004 |
Q: would 40 mg methadone 4 times a day be too high of a starting dose for pain - given to a person with ...
A: This dose of methadone is far above normal and would be extremely dangerous in a person with the ...
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| for what is used multivitamin... | 7/6/2004 |
Q: for what is used multivitamin mineral?
A: Multivitamins with mineral contain a selection of different vitamins and minerals which are ...
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| Vision changes with medicines | 7/5/2004 |
Q: I am writing because I have experienced some visual changes and wondered if the medicines I am ...
A: It is very possible that one or both of these drugs could cause your visual disturbances but your ...
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| Studying Pharmacy | 7/4/2004 |
Q: Galbraith, I'm a beginning student in a Pharm-D major. I know this is slightly off-topic, but I ...
A: I can tell you only about pharmacology as I only have a modicum of knowledge of pharmaceutics, ...
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| codeine | 6/30/2004 |
Q: I live in the u.s. and have suffered from chronic migraines and back problems. In the past I have ...
A: Codeine and hydrocodone are related in that they are both narcotic analgesics (painkillers)but in no ...
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| Is it safe to take Lean For... | 6/29/2004 |
Q: Is it safe to take Lean For Less (a weight loss dietary supplement) which contains Thermogenic Green ...
A: Normally the use of drugs (and I have to include the ingredients of "Lean for less" as drugs) is ...
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| Wellbutrin | 6/29/2004 |
Q: Does this treat anxiety at all? I have panick attacks and anxiety throughout the day.. can ...
A: Wellbutrin is not usually successful in the treatment of panic attacks except in those attacks when ...
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| NIFEDICAL XL TAB 60MG | 6/26/2004 |
Q: My DR has Cut my NIFEDICAL XL TAB 60MG to 30 MG daily because of a 30 LB weight loss, A New Rx was ...
A: Nifedical XL is an extended release tablet, in that it delivers the active drug over a period of ...
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| Vitamin Question | 6/25/2004 |
Q: Can you tell me what vitamins I could grind up, and pour into hot water -- without them losing ...
A: Why do you want to grind up vitamins anyway? If you cannot swallow tablets, liquid versions or ...
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| re: Vioxx | 6/24/2004 |
Q: Galbraith- Is there a drug that works like Vioxx? Vioxx is so darned expensive, I'm hoping there's ...
A: Vioxx belongs to a new class of antiinflamatories/anagesics called COX-2 inhibitors. They have the ...
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| sleep aids | 6/24/2004 |
Q: First off, i live in the US. My question is this: I have a very severe fear of flying and am ...
A: Your question did not appear in my mailbox until now hence the delay in replying. If it were only ...
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| Mixing medications | 6/22/2004 |
Q: Is it ok to take Zantac along with Ibuprofin. I have severe heartburn and (I believe) acid reflux ...
A: There is no problem taking Zantac along with ibuprofen, in fact it is often recommended in patients ...
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| Melatonin | 6/21/2004 |
Q: I have recently been taking 300 mcg of melatonin a night to help me sleep. I was just taking it ...
A: There is still not really enough known about any long term effects of melatonin but since you are on ...
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| amphetamines | 6/21/2004 |
Q: Gooday Sir, First of all please do not email me back by criticising my recreational drug use or by ...
A: I have no doubt that dexamphetamine is helping your speech defect but I am not going to be able to ...
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| Hello. Today I was given... | 6/17/2004 |
Q: Today I was given SMZ/TMP 800-160 the generic for Bactrim DS for a sinus infection. I took one then ...
A: Bactrim DS can cause problems but mainly in the elderly and is not generally recommended in these ...
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| lexapro, syncope and left arm weakness - usa | 6/17/2004 |
Q: In searching for information regarding syncope and Lexapro, I saw the question from Tina. I have ...
A: I have looked back to Tina's question and agree that the arm weakness may be more than coincidental. ...
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| anti anxiety | 6/13/2004 |
Q: We recently thought my boyfriend was missing and found him dead. He died from a cocaine overdose ...
A: Obviously it is better not to use drugs to get through the grieving process but I am not completely ...
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| MucoFen | 6/12/2004 |
Q: My grandmother just took a Muco-fen DM and accidentally chewed it. She says her mouth is burning ...
A: Your grandmother will not suffer from any longterm effects from Muco-Fen DM. The only real ...
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| chlor-mes d liquid sustituted for dallergy syrup | 6/11/2004 |
Q: My son is getting a little stuffy nose and coughing and he is not really sick just that dry cough ...
A: Chlor-mes D contains a decongestant, phenylephrine and an antihistamine, chlorpheniramine plus ...
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| Lexapro -vs- Celexa | 6/9/2004 |
Q: I often wonder if some Dr's and Pharmacist don't know the answers or if they are too busy to bother ...
A: It was a rather sweeping statement to say that hydroxyzine is a different type of antihistamine. ...
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| Lexapro -vs- Celexa | 6/9/2004 |
Q: . I was on 20 mg of Celexa for 2 weeks, then the Dr changed me to 10 mg Lexapro, The Lexapro ...
A: An excellent and important question (in my opinion). Lexapro is escitalopram and Celexa is ...
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| amphetamine history | 6/9/2004 |
Q: i wanted to know if you could tell me what people used as an amphetamine around the early 1900's( ...
A: I agree with you. Cocaine was probably the only drug around that acted as a strong stimulant ...
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| IBD medications | 6/8/2004 |
Q: Hey I am a 19 year old girl with Crohn's Disease since March of 2003. I first went on 6 Asacol a ...
A: Asacol is an antiinflammatory drug related to aspirin and works by reducing certain chemicals in the ...
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| depakote and sleep aides | 6/4/2004 |
Q: can i take tylenol pm with depakote?
A: There is no published reason why you should not take Tylenol PM with Depakote. I have done a ...
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| a medicine i have its been awhile and i dont remember what it was for | 6/3/2004 |
Q: this drug is called on the bottle ery-tab 500 mg ec tab abbo. is it for infection and what kind ...
A: These tablets are an antibiotic called erythromycin and are often used instead of penicillin for ...
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| Calcium supplements and lead | 6/2/2004 |
Q: Galbraith: How can I be sure my calcium supplement is lead free? Lead Content of Calcium ...
A: I have now read the original paper and cannot really add much to what I've said. Hopefully the ...
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| Combination drugs | 6/2/2004 |
Q: Since I am studying Pharmacy Tech, I have thought about to ask these question that I am looking for ...
A: This, in a way is a very strange question to ask of a pharmacy technician. The reason being that ...
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| I have sore throat,and doctor... | 5/27/2004 |
Q: I have sore throat,and doctor gave me two penicillin ,I used one at hour 5:PM yesterday, when can I ...
A: I am not sure what exactly you mean. Did your doctor only give you two tablets/capsules or what. Two ...
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| safety of meds | 5/24/2004 |
Q: Is it safe to take the following two medications at the same time? Zoloft (25mg) and Phentermine ...
A: It is not recommended that these drugs be taken together unless absolutely necessary which would be ...
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| drug interaction | 5/21/2004 |
Q: I have experienced a bloated stomach for about one week. Take ALTACE, TRICOR TABS, ISOSORBIDE MONO ...
A: It is possible that one or more of these drgs could be causing your bloated feeling. I would hazard ...
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| thc in foods | 5/18/2004 |
Q: i recently heard that the chemical thc (the same chemical found in marijuana)can also be found in ...
A: As far as I know neither poppy nor sesame seeds contain THC. I think that part of the confusion is ...
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| drugs Lipitor and Lisinopril after heart attack | 5/17/2004 |
Q: My husband suffered a severe heart attack. Two stents were put in. He has very low blood pressure as ...
A: It is unlikely to be dangerous to stay on these drugs but, if anything, perhaps the dose of ...
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| Pharmacy as a career | 5/13/2004 |
Q: What made you become a Pharmacist? What are your major accomplishments as a Pharmacist? How many ...
A: I am not a pharmacist but a pharmacologist. A pharmacist obviously studies some pharmacology which ...
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| Codeine and it effect on opiate receptors | 5/11/2004 |
Q: I'm struggling to find any decent information re Codeine and its effect on opiate receptors- and ...
A: You are obviously doing this as a project for one your courses. I have been a pharmacology professor ...
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| Medication Inquiry | 5/4/2004 |
Q: I just recently found out that a loved one of mine is taking some prescription medications. I was ...
A: Paxil is usually used as an antidepressant and less often to control panic attacks. Side effects ...
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| advice for pain managment | 5/4/2004 |
Q: I'm at 34 year old female who had an ileostomy two weeks ago at Cedars Sinai Hospital in L.A. My Dr ...
A: I am glad you said "In my opinion" as the treatment of pain with narcotics is not yet an exact ...
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| drug name in english | 4/29/2004 |
Q: i need to know drug english prounication asenlix 30 mg generic/clabenzorex
A: Sorry for the delay but I have been in Kuwait for the last couple of days and had not time to access ...
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| Help!!! | 4/26/2004 |
Q: Answer - Dear Andre I have given some good addresses below. Try to stick to government health ...
A: What you are experiencing can happen with clonazepam. The newer antidepressants such as serraline, ...
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| hello mr. galbraith--
This... | 4/26/2004 |
Q: galbraith-- This may be trivial but everynight on all the tv channels is a commercial for the ...
A: The trouble with a lot of these therapies is that they distort the actual facts on the actual truth. ...
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| Clarification of a drug | 4/25/2004 |
Q: Several years ago, when my husband had a skin problem on his hands that made them itch, the doctor ...
A: Yes, Valisone it would be. It is still available. Depending on where you live a prescription may be ...
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| Help!!! | 4/23/2004 |
Q: I'm a 51 year-old male with chronic panic disorder (due to meningitis as a baby) which leads to ...
A: I have given some good addresses below. Try to stick to government health agencies, reputable ...
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| drug identification | 4/23/2004 |
Q: i recently moved into a new home and my dog found a little white hard pill with purple writing on it ...
A: Do not worry about your dog, one tablet of anything will very doubtfully cause any harm. Dear Sam ...
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| Help!!! | 4/22/2004 |
Q: I'm a 51 year-old male with chronic panic disorder (due to meningitis as a baby) which leads to ...
A: Sorry my server will not put in acute accents. Firstly the drug most likey causing your seizure ...
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| Adverse Effects Following TCA Tx: A Predictor of Adverse Effects to Other Psychopharmaceuticals? | 4/16/2004 |
Q: Galbraith, I hope this message finds you well. Thank-you so much for your last response - it was ...
A: Just a quick follow-up to my recent answer. I have not changed my opinion but I did find a reference ...
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| pain killers | 4/14/2004 |
Q: I'm 15 years old I've been taking these pills, I think they're called peroxy and/or acemetophine, ...
A: I think that you are taking Percocet which is a combination of oxycodone and acetaminophen. ...
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| Is there a difference... | 4/13/2004 |
Q: Is there a difference between Sotalol AF 80mg and Sotalol HCL 80 mg? One pharmacy says there ...
A: This is a very interesting question and one I have difficulty in answering properly as I do not want ...
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| Cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) Genotyping | 4/9/2004 |
Q: Is it possible that the probablity of an individual experiencing a negative reaction to ...
A: The natue of your question shows some knoledge of pharmacology so I'll be a little bit technical but ...
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| ulcer related drugs | 4/1/2004 |
Q: Benbfit and information about sucralfate 1gm Tablet----maxium 40mg---Aloe Vera pure liquid I ...
A: First could you let me know what this Benbfit is? Are you sure you have got the spelling correct as ...
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| drug tolarance | 4/1/2004 |
Q: I live in usa and my question is can a person build a tolatance to all medication available for use. ...
A: You obviously have a tremendous tolerance to these drugs. Very often when you develop tolerance to ...
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| Viagra v. Cialis | 3/30/2004 |
Q: Viagra takes one hour to be effective and lasts for about six hours (according to a Viagra ...
A: These twio drugs are chemically very similar and basically do exactly the same thing on the blood ...
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| sleeping medication | 3/27/2004 |
Q: I take one Apo Zopiclone 7.5 MG every nite before bed. I have a lot of family issues which will ...
A: The problem with taking Zoplicone every night is that you become very reliant on a sleeping aid and ...
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| can my difficulties be due to a drug interation? | 3/27/2004 |
Q: i have a spinal cord injury and fusion with an implant from c2 - c7, as well as several connective ...
A: You certainly sound to be in a hard way. Your case is so complicated that I cannot really give you a ...
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| side effects/best time to take | 3/25/2004 |
Q: I am 28 years old and in good shape. I started to hyperventilate in October and experience chest ...
A: Both Lexapro and Toprol can cause fatigue and can also cause diarrhoea but it is most probably the ...
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| HGH Human Growth Hormone | 3/24/2004 |
Q: Alan first of all thanks for your time and my situation is this. Im a body builder with no phisical ...
A: The recommended dosage at the start of therapy is 0.04 mg/kg (0.125 IU/kg) per week given as a ...
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| height/weight/muscle | 3/24/2004 |
Q: I am 22, 5ft 7inches and I weigh 130 lbs. I desire to increase my weight, build and height. I ...
A: There is no scientific proof that any of these alternative treatments work to increase one's height ...
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| Drug Absorption | 3/23/2004 |
Q: Can you please give me more scientific info regarding this as well please?Why is suxamethonium not ...
A: For good absorption drugs must be lipophilic and usually compounds which are non-polar can be termed ...
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| drug metabolism | 3/23/2004 |
Q: Using CYP2D6 as an example, explain what is meant by genetic polymorphism of drug metabolising ...
A: I have written a summary of genetic polymorphism in general rather than use a specific example of a ...
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| Testosterone Gel | 3/22/2004 |
Q: I am applying Andro Gel,1%. Why can it not be applied directly to the scrotal area, but rather ...
A: Drugs such as testosterone because they are highly potent and very fatty in nature can be given by ...
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| drug metabolism | 3/22/2004 |
Q: Yes, I would appreciate a further clarification in response to the question.what reactions are ...
A: It is commonly erroneously stated that one of the functions of the liver is to detoxify drugs. This ...
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| Zantec vs Prilosec for treatment of gerd | 3/12/2004 |
Q: Dr.Galbraith, I am dealing with acid reflux disease and have just started taking Ranitidine ...
A: There is no doubt that omeprazole is vastly superior to Zantac in controlling your symptoms. Trials ...
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| How long will it take tenuate... | 3/11/2004 |
Q: How long will it take tenuate 25mg to get out of my system. They make me fill sick.
A: Lots of people do not like the feeling with Tenuate. If it is the Dospan tabletes (longish, oval) it ...
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| Propafenone | 3/11/2004 |
Q: It says in some literature that if on rythmol, which I am on it tid, that you should inform the ...
A: It is correct that you tell your dentist that you are taking propafenone. I am surprised that your ...
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| Lexapro | 3/9/2004 |
Q: I am a 25 year old female who has been diagnosed with recurrent vasovagal syncope. For this reason, ...
A: Since we do not know for definite if it is the Lexapro that is causing the weakness, although it ...
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| ALTERNATIVE TO ANTIBUSE | 3/8/2004 |
Q: IS THERE A MEDICATION TO HELP REDUCE ANXIETY AND STRESS FOR SOMEONE WITH A DRINKING PROBLEM , WHO ...
A: I forgot in my previous memo to tell you that the drug naltexone which has been used to treat heroin ...
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| drug reaction to versed | 3/7/2004 |
Q: a friend of mine was given versed before going in for a heart cath. upon administering this drug he ...
A: This paradoxical reaction to the benzodiazepines (drugs such as Valium, Serepax and Versed) happens ...
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| Prescription Drugs | 3/5/2004 |
Q: LOVASTATIN and LISINOPRIL WHAT ARE THE SIDE AFFECTS taking the above 2 drugs togeather?
A: This drug combination is very common and there appears to be no interaction. This is not saying that ...
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| Hi I just wrote you,
Yes... | 3/3/2004 |
Q: Yes I live in Australia. Since you are not a pharmacist could you tell me what a pharmacologist ...
A: The following link will give you lots of info about pharmacy in Australia. ...
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| Hi
I am currently a grade... | 3/3/2004 |
Q: I am currently a grade 12 student and I was wondering about undertaking a university degree next ...
A: Unless you live in Australia I am not going to be of much help. I suggest you look for an expert ...
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| A.D.D. Med efficacy | 3/1/2004 |
Q: Galbraith: I am an adult recently diagnosed with A.D.D. innatentive type. Recently I have come ...
A: Wellbutrin is quite different from Strattera. Strattera is relatively specific for nor-adrenaline ...
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| ephedra | 3/1/2004 |
Q: Can you please tell me why ephedra is supposed to be dangerous to take long term? Also, do you ...
A: Ephedra contains a selection of chemicals all of which are stimulants (ephedrine is the main one), ...
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| sex drive issue | 2/29/2004 |
Q: my name's Levi I have always had a problem with an excessive sex drive and constant erections. ...
A: In general a drug that reduces sex drive will also prevent an erection since these are so closely ...
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| Toprol-XL (Metroprolol succinate) | 2/27/2004 |
Q: I have question about a medication. I have recently been diagnosed as having migranes. I have had ...
A: Beta blockers are well established drugs in the preventative treatment of migraines but how they do ...
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| Drug Interaction | 2/27/2004 |
Q: I take Coreg (6.25mg) and Diovan HCT (160mg/25mg). Is there any problem with eating two grapefruit ...
A: With the carvedilol (Coreg) there may be a slight increase in activity of the drug but it is ...
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| abc of pharmacy education | 2/26/2004 |
Q: i wish to send first two issues. may i request contact address respected doctor, after 23 years ...
A: My postal address is to which mail should be sent: Dr Alan Galbraith PO Box 7212 Abu Dhabi United ...
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| acetaminophen | 2/24/2004 |
Q: Can you tell me how dangerous Tylenol (acetaminophen) is to the liver? How much would one have to ...
A: In overdose and without prompt treatment, 15-20 tablets acetaminophen is lethal to the liver. ...
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| SSRI side effects and long term potentiation | 2/20/2004 |
Q: Galbraith, I have been diagnosed as dysthymic with intermittent depression and encouraged to begin ...
A: I can understand your quandary with the SSRIs because of both the positive and negative properties ...
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| I worry about becoming too much thirsty | 2/13/2004 |
Q: I had bronchitis 40 days ago. My doctor gave me antibiotics twice, first 5-day zithromax, then 7-day ...
A: I am fairly sure that it is not the antibiotics that are causing your thirst. I urge you to see your ...
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| recreational drugs | 2/12/2004 |
Q: When someone consumes, in excess, most recreational drugs or drugs used legitamtely to treat ...
A: To answer your question fully really needs several pages but I'll condense as much as possible. I ...
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| Possible side effect | 2/11/2004 |
Q: I have recently contracted a lung infection while travelling to the Ukraine and since i got home ...
A: I can find nothing in the literature about impotence being an adverse effect of either of these ...
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| talwin | 2/11/2004 |
Q: I have been in 3 car accidents in the year 1995. Since then I have been assessed,and looked at by ...
A: Low back pain is often of unknown aetiology (origin/cause) and is notoriously difficult to treat. ...
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| tail bone pain ( meds for) | 2/10/2004 |
Q: i am seeing my doc tomorrow and he put me on hydrocodone as needed for tail bone pain..(unexplained) ...
A: It looks like that you should maybe avoid taking narcotics such as hydrocodone and codeine but you ...
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| zetia and benicar | 2/9/2004 |
Q: My 73 year old dad takes zetia 10 mg and is wondering if he should take it at nightime as that is ...
A: Your father can take the Zetia at any time of the day that he wishes without compromising its ...
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| Pregnant Bipolar patient | 1/29/2004 |
Q: I am a 24 yr old woman who was diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder and Panic ...
A: I'll give you a short note on each drug and I agree with your doctor's advice but no one would ...
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| mucus | 1/25/2004 |
Q: For a few years i have been perscribed , inderol, paxil, vallium, ranitodine. For panic, depression, ...
A: You can try a medicine containing pseudoephedrine which is a decongestant and availabl ...
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| Cumadin | 1/24/2004 |
Q: I've been taking cumadin for about 5 months now and I've noticed that my toleration for alcohol has ...
A: Firstly, it is usually recommended that alcohol be avoided during warfarin therapy. Have you checked ...
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| Abilify, Lexapro | 1/19/2004 |
Q: Can you tell me the adverse effects and nursing interventions for Abilify (aripiprazole) and Lexapro ...
A: Here is the info on citalopram. The increased use of SSRIs in the management of depression is ...
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| Risperdal side effects | 1/9/2004 |
Q: My 4 year old son has been prescribed Risperdal to help with his ADHD and PDD/autism symptoms. Can ...
A: Tardive dyskinesia with Risperdal is not common when compared to the older similar drugs. Things to ...
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| Medication | 1/2/2004 |
Q: I have been taking Atorvastatin (80mg one a day) for 4 years. And will have to take them for the ...
A: Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it) it is usual to take these drugs for ...
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| inh | 1/1/2004 |
Q: I have tested positive for TB exposure (I live in the U.S.A) and am just starting the INS medication ...
A: I have just noticed that you asked several questions as a follow up to your original questions. The ...
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| Ephedra | 12/31/2003 |
Q: Could you tell me if the active med pseudoephepherdrine in Tylenol Sinus and its generics is the ...
A: Ephedra is the Latin name of the plant that contains both ephedrine and pseudoephedrine are found. A ...
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| I recently read an article... | 12/30/2003 |
Q: I recently read an article that stated that Coversyl(perindopril erbumine) can have a side effect: ...
A: A very good question. You are correct in that most diuretics such as the loop (frusemide) and the ...
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| Medications | 12/27/2003 |
Q: Is there anything I need to be aware of when taking this combination of medications. omeprazole ...
A: This does seem to me to be what we call polypharmacy ie too many drugs. It is also very difficult ...
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| weight loss/cortisol | 12/18/2003 |
Q: I hear ads for weight loss medication that block cortisol and would like to know how they work and ...
A: I would advise you to ignore such ads as there is no scientific proof that the products advertised ...
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