| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Medication change | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I stopped taking 50 mg.of amitriptyline at bedtime for sleep purposes and have started taking 20 mg. ...
A: It does take 4 to 6 weeks to see the full effect from fluoxetine as an antidepressant. For a ...
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| expired RX from pharmacy | 5/4/2008 |
Q: my 9month old child has had a double ear infection for a few weeks, we are now on the 3rd set of ...
A: Each state has slightly different laws pertaining to the legal liability in medication ...
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| Bad Cough with green phem | 4/30/2008 |
Q: Thought I probably have an infection and can I take cough medicine with codiene with a batrim to ...
A: If you think you have an infection you should be evaluated by your doctor to see if he/she ...
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| Novo-Venlafaxine | 4/30/2008 |
Q: Hey! I have been taking Novo-venlafaxine since yesterday, at one pill a day. My doctor told me to ...
A: If you are having side effects such as excessive sweating and insomnia and have only been ...
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| androgel and predisone | 4/28/2008 |
Q: my husband has been taking androgel, 10mgs of predisone and lexapro and his personality has changed ...
A: It is possible that taking Androgel and prednisone can cause aggression and other personality ...
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| lisinopril | 4/24/2008 |
Q: i was just switched to ivax brand lisinopril 10 mg the pill is differant from my other ones i just ...
A: You can go to "www.drugs.com". The third tab over is the pill identifier tab which allows you ...
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| Medications/ possible allergic reaction | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I am taking Zoloft, Synthroid, Wellbutrin and also a multivitamen pack which contains ...
A: It is always possible that you could be allergic to a medication. If you have recently added ...
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| Lyrica and multivitamins | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I take Lyrica 150 mg for fibromyalgia and when I take my multivitamin I get headaches. I also ...
A: Lyrica has not been shown to have any documented drug interactions with multivitamins. It does ...
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| 5 wks pregnant | 4/20/2008 |
Q: I very recently found out we were pregnant. we are very concerned that I have been receiving ...
A: You need to see your OB as soon as possible. Hydrocodone is "Catagory C" rated by the FDA. ...
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| hgh releaser | 4/16/2008 |
Q: i have an extremely athletic 14 yoa daughter and an 11 yoa son. they take vitamins on a regular ...
A: When looking at the actual ingredients of Genf20 it appears that you would be purchasing a ...
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| anitbuse | 4/8/2008 |
Q: Friday night my fiance had a seizure from alcohol withdrawal. Today is Monday and I just brought ...
A: I can not locate any comprehensive list of foods and other substances you should avoid. You ...
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| BP Medicines - Equivalent | 4/2/2008 |
Q: Our Pharmacist gave AMCARD-AT inplace of my requirement of AMLOPRESS-AT. Kindly let me know if the ...
A: Amcard-AT contains amlodipine 5mg and atenolol 50mg. Almopress-AT contains amlodipine 5mg and ...
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| false positive drug test | 4/2/2008 |
Q: A friend was drug tested and came up positive for amphetimines. She did not take any. We are trying ...
A: Some cold and flu medications which contain ephedrine or pseudoephedrine can cause false ...
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| propranolol and increase of blood sugar | 4/1/2008 |
Q: sir, I have read in internet that propranolol -beta blocker can raise blood sugar even than calciam ...
A: Propranolol is more often thought to mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia or low blood sugar in ...
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| drug side effects... | 3/30/2008 |
Q: On Monday we had our 6th IUI procedure. I have been taking Serophene (Clomid) as well as having an ...
A: I would not recommend taking Mefenamic acid while trying to conceive except during your ...
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| xanax withdrawal | 3/30/2008 |
Q: On the first day I was able to sleep but I was getting up in the middle and I am aware of the ...
A: If you have not had any Xanax for 5 days you may be through the worst of the withdrawl. I ...
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| prescriptions | 3/29/2008 |
Q: I am on the birth control pill and am out of refills on my prescription. Can I call my GYN and ask ...
A: You can always call and ask, but they have no obligation to honor your request. They may give ...
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| xanax withdrawal | 3/28/2008 |
Q: On the first day I was able to sleep but I was getting up in the middle and I am aware of the ...
A: I can't tell you exactly how long it will take for your normal sleep routine to return. The ...
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| zoloft+klonopin+ambien | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I have a panic disorder.I am prescribed zoloft, klonopins,and ambien.Is this a bad combo? how far ...
A: How far apart you must spread each dose of medication depends on how the medication was ...
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| false positive benzo | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I too am in methadone clinic and have full monthly privileges have not had a positive USA in 6 ...
A: None of those drug should cause a false test for benzodiazepines. I would caution you about ...
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| hydrogen peroxide | 3/11/2008 |
Q: Is it safe for me to use night time moisturizer that contains hydrogen peroxide to treat mild acne ...
A: From all the information I can find it appears the consensus is that topical hydrogen peroxide ...
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| Prescribed Synthroid + OTC Fat Burners? | 2/27/2008 |
Q: 88 Synthroid for Hashimoto's Thyroiditis (have for many years, about 12 yrs). I've got a wedding to ...
A: Most of the OTC "Fat Burners" contain some sort of herbal product which ends up being a ...
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| methodone pills | 2/26/2008 |
Q: How llong would it take for half of a methodone 10 mg pill to exit your system and not show up in ...
A: The half life of methadone is 24 to 36 hours in patients with normal liver and kidney function. ...
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| amoxicillin | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I took penicilin as a child and developed a rash so I assumed I was allergic. I recently got a ...
A: Not having a reaction after a single dose is not a guarantee that you won't have a reaction. ...
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| interactions | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I take Effexor XR 150 mg and levothyroxin 50 mcg. Can I take a antihistamine such as diphenhydramine ...
A: You can take diphenhydramine along with levothyroxine and Effexor XR. You do need to be aware ...
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| amoxicillin | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I took penicilin as a child and developed a rash so I assumed I was allergic. I recently got a ...
A: In most cases if you develop a rash while taking any antibiotic the assumption is that the ...
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| valium vs. xanax | 2/23/2008 |
Q: arthritus in my spine, i also have had chronic anxiety for at least ten years i have tried xanax and ...
A: Both Valium and Xanax share approximately equal potential for dependency and addiction. Valium ...
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| Doxycycline HYC and birth control | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I was reading some information on this drug and it mentioned that it may reduce the effectiveness of ...
A: Doxycycline can reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives. Since Nuvaring is not ...
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| Hospital Pharmacy | 2/19/2008 |
Q: I am a junior in high school and i hear that you have to be good in chemistry, biology and anatomy ...
A: I would recommend that you check in your state with your states licensing board to see if they ...
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| Expired Monostat 7 | 2/19/2008 |
Q: Could using expired monostat 7 cause any health problems?
A: Using any expired drug can cause health problems, the mildest of which would be lack of ...
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| Toprol-XL | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I'm not certain if you're the right person to ask about this, but hopefully. I'm writing on behalf ...
A: While depression has been reported in about 5% of patients taking Toprol XL, anxiety is not ...
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| Prescribtion drug | 2/13/2008 |
Q: Is ALZA a controlled presribtion drug or is the brand name of a controlled prescribtion drug. I'm ...
A: Alza is a drug manufacturer. Alza manufacturers various controlled and non-controlled drugs ...
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| elidel | 2/13/2008 |
Q: I am ill.my illness is LĘKEN PLANUS.my doctor said to me ę can use elidel or protopic for my ...
A: Topical steroids are usually considered the first choice of therapy for lichen planus. If they ...
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| Prescriptions | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I work in a pharmacy in Minnesota. What I need to know is if a costumer brings in a prescription for ...
A: The answer to that question depends on state law and the allowance that state law gives for ...
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| Changing meds | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I am currently taking effexor xr 225 mg. However, my insurance no longer wants to cover this ...
A: You should be gradually withdrawn from Effexor over a period of several weeks to avoid the side ...
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| Flu Shot | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I am allergic to sulfa drugs such as Bactrum. I recieved the flu shot this year for the first time ...
A: Without knowing more about the source of the vaccine you received I can only give you very, ...
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| Flu/fever | 1/26/2008 |
Q: I've had some sort of virus since Wednesday. Today I woke up with chills and sweats. I checked my ...
A: As an adult a fever of 103.5 is relatively high. You can take ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or ...
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| Pharmacist | 1/25/2008 |
Q: What is the difference between a Certified Pharmacy Technician and a Pharmancy assistant. Although, ...
A: A Certified Pharmacy Technician will have passed the exam offered by the National Association ...
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| Meloxicam | 1/24/2008 |
Q: Is there a chance that Meloxicam or other anti anti inflammatory can produce a positive result for ...
A: There is no literature to suggest that any anti inflammatory drug would cause a false positive ...
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| ambien | 1/20/2008 |
Q: i have a old script of ambien, it is 5 yrs old. i took one and now i am very nauseated. could it be ...
A: That is possible. Drugs that are that old could have degraded to be different and altered ...
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| alcohol in over the counter meds | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I have two questions.....I urine test for alcohol and I have been taking over-the-counter meds that ...
A: If you are taking over the counter medications with alcohol it is real alcohol. You should not ...
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| Adderall xr and Loratab | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I just had mouth surgery yesterday. I stopped my adderall xr 20 mg on the day of the surgery, but ...
A: There are no documented drug interactions between Adderall XR and hydrocodone/APAP. It is ...
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| Differences in generic drug manufacturing | 1/15/2008 |
Q: Good morning. I have recently developed some 'ailments' (ringing in ears, off-balance, foggy head) ...
A: There are not supposed to be significant differences in generic products produced. The FDA is ...
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| pill | 1/14/2008 |
Q: i have on the pill for the past few months and recently i have stared spotting. when my boyfriend ...
A: It can take up to 3 or 4 months to adjust to birth control pills. If you have been taking your ...
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| Advil and Prevacid | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I stopped taking Prevacid two days ago due to the side effects that really bothered me. I have read ...
A: There are no documented drug interactions between Prevacid and ibuprofen (Advil). It is true ...
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| negative interactions between medicines | 1/13/2008 |
Q: is there any negative interactions between AndroGel, Predisone, and Suboxone if all taken together
A: There is no specific drug interaction between Suboxone and either Androgel or prednisone. It ...
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| common colds | 1/9/2008 |
Q: Every since I got married and started living with my husband I have seem to catch a lot of colds; I ...
A: I doubt that your husband is passing germs from the hospital to you. Most germs from hospitals ...
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| Phentermine and Lexapro | 1/9/2008 |
Q: Can you take 37.5 mg. Phentermine and Lexapro 10 mg. together? Can you advise of any dangerous or ...
A: There are no specific drug interactions between phenteramine and Lexapro. However, in some ...
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| Mirapex & weening off them | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I have had a lot of bad systems from Mirapex So my Dr is weaning me off them My question is .He ...
A: It sound like for today you would take 0.25mg at night tonight. That should get you through ...
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| when do drugs go generic in th U.S. | 1/4/2008 |
Q: when will viagra be offered in generic form??
A: Drugs are given 18 years of patent protection from the time the manufacturer applies for the ...
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| Skipping a period on Triphasic Pill - | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure if you will be able to advise me or not. I ma on Lygnon ED (i live in Australia). I ...
A: Your period will most likely return to normal after you finish this package of pills and take ...
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| VERSED 8 MG | 1/2/2008 |
Q: I have a client who was given Versed 8mg for a dental procedure combined with nitrous oxide and ...
A: The half life of Versed varies from 2.2 to almost 7 hours due to individual patients kidney, ...
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| drug interaction | 12/31/2007 |
Q: I take prozac and loestrin on a daily basis. On occasion, I take lorazepam to sleep. Is it safe to ...
A: It should be OK for you to take the ibuprofen and lorazepam within one hour of each other. ...
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| drug interaction | 12/25/2007 |
Q: Is it okay to take Keflex 500mg and Bactrim DS at the same time or would there be an interaction?
A: Both Keflex and Bactrim can be taken at the same time if absolutely necessary. There is no ...
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| Birth Control Pills | 12/20/2007 |
Q: I started these pills from Loestrin 24 Fe but I'm not sure I'm doing this it right. First I'm not ...
A: It is often recommended that you start your first pack of pills on the Sunday following when ...
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| Toprol vs. generic | 12/4/2007 |
Q: Ever since being switched from Toprol XL 100mg to the generic about six weeks ago I have been ...
A: Sustained release medications are more difficult to achieve true therapeutic equivalence. The ...
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| Toprol vs. generic | 12/3/2007 |
Q: Ever since being switched from Toprol XL 100mg to the generic about six weeks ago I have been ...
A: There is (hopefully) a significant difference between your problem and the previous question. ...
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| Levlen 28 | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I started taking birth control about a month ago, and I was just wondering how long it takes for ...
A: Birth control pills should be effective after the first 2 weeks of continuous use. I usually ...
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| Drug interaction | 11/30/2007 |
Q: Is it okay for me to consume Hydroxycut together with Acutane(20mg).I am worried about the possible ...
A: I think it would be safest to avoid taking Hydroxycut while on Accutane. It is important to ...
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| Drug Interaction? | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I am currently taking Amoxicillin and Clarithromycin (antibiotics) for an infection i have. Can i ...
A: There should be no drug interactions between amoxicillin or clarithromycin and any of the ...
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| decilone forte | 11/27/2007 |
Q: what is decilone forte? is it really a medication for sore eyes?
A: Decilone Forte is dexamethasone oral tablets available in various strengths outside the United ...
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| safety | 11/26/2007 |
Q: I take 10mg lexapro, B6 vitamin,400mg magoxide & one sudafed nasal decongestant daily. I am sore ...
A: Tramadol is a pain pill and not a sleeping pill. I am unclear if you intended to ask about ...
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| morphine while pregnant | 11/19/2007 |
Q: ok! i'm about 9 months pregnant, i have a rod in both legs (from my knees to my hips) i'm in pain ...
A: You should talk to your own obstetrician. He/she will know what is best for you and your baby ...
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| Drug interaction | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I take Apo-Zopiclone 7.5 mgs to sleep... Can I also take Ibuprofen 600 mgs to relieve my back pain?
A: There have been no documented drug interactions between Apo-Zopiclone and ibuprofen. The only ...
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| Drug Test | 11/8/2007 |
Q: My question is I take no presecription drugs or any illegal drugs but yet I came up positive for ...
A: There is no reason why Nyquil or Excedrin Migraine would have caused a false positive drug ...
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| Antibuse | 11/8/2007 |
Q: If I have dranken before an antibuse shot, then would I get sick? I haven't taken the drug, yet and ...
A: It should be at least 12 to 24 hours since you have consumed any alcohol before you take your ...
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| niaspan and grapefruit | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I have read many articles about how grapefruit works against statin drugs by elevating statins in ...
A: There have been no documented drug interactions between Niaspan and grapefruit or grapefruit ...
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| uti infection | 11/3/2007 |
Q: can i take alcohol 1 hour after taking levofloxcin
A: There is no specific drug interaction between levofloxacin and alcohol, however it isn't a good ...
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| How to actually become a pharmacist | 10/30/2007 |
Q: i! I plan to become a pharamcist..but i also plan to go to community college first...(i'm a high ...
A: You would need to ask the pharmacy schools you are considering attending these questions. ...
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| B.S. in Biology but am now extremely interested in Pharmacy | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I just completed my undergraduate studies and have a BS in Biology with a minor in Psychology. I ...
A: The only job available to you right now in retail pharmacy would be to work as a Pharmacy ...
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| darvocets | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I have a script of darvocets that was filled on 10/06/06 with 4 refills. The experation date is ...
A: A prescription of Darvocet expired after 6 months, so it expired last April and the refills ...
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| Insomnia with coming of Adivan | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I was taking .5 BID. I am now taking -4 BiD for 2 days and My insomnia started bad. Should I just ...
A: To discontinue Ativan you do need to taper the dose to avoid withdrawl symptoms. You may need ...
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| Cheratussin DAC syrup | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I am currently still breastfeeding my 2YO daughter about 1-2 times a day, and I cannot seem to find ...
A: Cheratussin DAC contains 3 ingredients. They are guaifenesin, pseudoephedrine, and codeine. ...
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| drug interactions | 10/18/2007 |
Q: is it ok to take lexapro & adderall together?
A: There are no documented drug interactions between Lexapro and Adderall. There are some ...
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| patches | 10/18/2007 |
Q: Can an estradiol patch be cut in half ? Will it deliver the half dose, (e.g.0.1mg cut .5mg)
A: No, estradiol patches can not be cut in half to deliver half the dose of medication. When you ...
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| Toprol XL vs Metoprolol | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I have taken Toprol XL 50 mg for 4 years. When I refilled my 90 day supply recently, I was presented ...
A: I would recommend that you recheck the tablets you obtained if at all possible. It is very rare ...
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| drug interaction | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I am currently on 25 mg on Anafranil and would like to start Zyban to quit smoking. Will being on ...
A: Not only do you risk increased drowsiness and lethargy from being on Anafranil and Zyban ...
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| amox-clav | 9/30/2007 |
Q: does this drug contain codeine? I am allergic to codeine.
A: No, this drug does not contain codeine. Its primary ingredient is amoxicillin, a penicillin ...
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| help | 9/28/2007 |
Q: what kind of pill is this, it is white and round, and has the letters ww, and the numbers 176 under ...
A: As of a 2005 listing from a generic drug manufacturer those tablets may be carisoprodol 350mg, ...
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| can you help me | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I am trying to find out (for a psychology report) how does xanax react with marijuana on the human ...
A: Because marijuana is not legal in the U.S. it will be difficult to find information about how these ...
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| Risperdal | 9/24/2007 |
Q: Can Risperdal inhibit the fight or flight response and if I stop taking it will it come back?
A: Risperdal is known to cause some dose related drowsiness which may manifest itself as slowed ...
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| claritan D INTERACTION with zoloft`` | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I AM 62 AND TAKING ZOLOFT FOR ANXIETY THE DR. PUT ME ON CKARITAN D AND I AM EXPERIENCING ...
A: There are 2 forms of Claritin D. One is a 12 hour form, the other is a 24 hour form. How long ...
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| Pharmacy | 9/5/2007 |
Q: ! I am a senior in High School and I want to be a pharmacist. I just don't know what steps i need ...
A: In order to qualify to take the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy's exam which is ...
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| Keflex and Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo | 9/5/2007 |
Q: Several sites I've researched regarding interactions between antibiotics and my birth control pill ...
A: Yes, Keflex can interfere with your birth control. It would be in your best interests to use ...
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| Pharmacy | 9/4/2007 |
Q: ! I am a senior in High School and I want to be a pharmacist. I just don't know what steps i need ...
A: The pharmacy program in all 50 states is now a 6 year Pharm D. program. Some colleges break it ...
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| Allegra and CHF | 9/4/2007 |
Q: I have a friend who has congestive heart failure, not, in advanced stage. Is it safe for her to ...
A: Your friend would need to consult with her doctor before taking any additional prescription ...
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| Valtrex | 9/3/2007 |
Q: I was given Valtrex for an outbreak of shingles. It worked great, while I was taking the Valtrex I ...
A: Valtrex is an antiviral drug. It is not approved for the treatment of rashes other than the ...
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| hydroxycut and allegra 180 interactions | 9/1/2007 |
Q: I take allegra 180 and I dont know if it is safe to take with hydroxycut. Can you help? thanks! ...
A: Alli has recently been approved for over the counter sales. Alli is a lower strength product ...
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| hydroxycut and allegra 180 interactions | 8/31/2007 |
Q: I take allegra 180 and I dont know if it is safe to take with hydroxycut. Can you help? thanks!
A: There are no known drug interactions between Allegra 180mg and Hydroxycut. You should be ...
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| question about Lyrica | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I trust the wisdom of pharmacists implicitly, since I'm a nurse myself, and have used pharmacists ...
A: The exact mechanism of action as to why Lyrica worsens pain for some patients appears to be ...
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| Pharmacy Careers that don't require standing for a long time | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I want to ask what pharmacy careers don't require standing long periods of time. I am planning to ...
A: While I am not aware of any careers in pharmacy that sit most of the time except possibly ...
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| Taking Toprol XL and very tired (A-Fib) | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I am experiencing tiredness/drowsiness -started taking TOPROL XL about 2 weeks ago based on ...
A: Most people do adjust to the fatigue and drowsiness that they experience when starting a new ...
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| Propranolol and weight | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I take propranolol for migraines. I am a competitive gymnast and it's very important that I don't ...
A: I can find no credible reports linking propranolol to weight gain. It is not listed as a side ...
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| cephalexin | 8/19/2007 |
Q: is cephalexin a prescription that can be come toxic after expiration
A: Anything can become toxic if you keep it long enough. It would depend on how long you have ...
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| MONISTAT | 8/17/2007 |
Q: WHEN USING MONISTAT 3 DAY DOES THAT CARRY ANY OF THE DRUGS THAT A PERSON HAS BEEN TAKING OR DOES IT ...
A: Monistat 3 vaginal cream has primarily local effects as long as it is used properly. That means it ...
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| False Positives for PCP | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I am in a program which entails me to be drug tested at least once a week. I have been in the ...
A: I can find no information which would lead me to believe that any substance is known to cause a ...
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| Pharmacy Career | 8/13/2007 |
Q: Dr. Judge, I am considering a change in career from Computer Programming to Pharmacist. Would you ...
A: Working as a Pharmacist involves a lot of direct patient contact when working in retail ...
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| Generic Toprol XL 50mg | 8/11/2007 |
Q: I have been taking Toprol XL 50mg for a while now and there has never been a generic for it. I went ...
A: I would check again with the pharmacy where they were dispensed. The only tablets we have so ...
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| Testing positive for Benzo's | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I take Sarafem 10 mg, only some months for excessive pre-menstrual symptoms. Would this make me ...
A: No, Sarafem would not cause a positive test for benzodiazepine derivatives. For complete drug ...
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| Effexor,Lexapro,Adivan and Dental work??? | 8/8/2007 |
Q: I am currently taking Effexor 37.5 and Lexapro(only 10 mg, trying to switch over to effexor fully ...
A: The medications you are taking can be taken together but be aware you are at great risk of ...
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| miracleburn | 8/1/2007 |
Q: Is it safe to take Miracleburn while on genetic prozac?
A: While there are no specific drug interactions between Prozac and miracleburn I would caution ...
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| Xanax withdrawal | 8/1/2007 |
Q: My doctor prescribed me Xanax 2 years ago. He gave me 60 pills to start with and I never refilled ...
A: It is unlikely that you will become addicted as long as you take Xanax on an as needed basis. ...
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| pharmacy | 7/28/2007 |
Q: actually i want to know how many years does it take to become a retail pharmacist? What if you are a ...
A: After being a pharmacy technician you need to attend Pharmacy School to become a pharmacist. ...
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| pharmacy | 7/27/2007 |
Q: actually i want to know how many years does it take to become a retail pharmacist? What if you are a ...
A: That is correct. In order to be eligible to take the licensure exam required to become a ...
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| pharmacy | 7/27/2007 |
Q: actually i want to know how many years does it take to become a retail pharmacist? What if you are a ...
A: In the U.S. it takes 6 years of college to become a Pharmacist. If you are a Pharmacy ...
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| mobic and alcohol | 7/26/2007 |
Q: I have been on 15 mg mobic/day for 2 weeks,I have a wedding to attend and am wondering if I should ...
A: Drinking alcohol while taking Mobic may increase the risk of gastric bleeding and stomach ...
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| Diphenhydramine Hcl vs. Citrate | 7/24/2007 |
Q: What is the difference in the Diphenhydramine Hcl and Diphenhydramine Citrate? I know the "D"Hcl is ...
A: There really is no logical reason as to why you react so differently to the 2 different salt ...
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| Antibiotics v The Pill | 7/20/2007 |
Q: My dentist has just prescribed me Amoxicillin and i didn't tell her that i am already taking ...
A: It would be advisable to use an additional form of birth control for the remainder of this ...
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| Amoxicillian | 7/19/2007 |
Q: Barbara, Thank you for your time. My mother who weighs about 130 pounds was prescribed about 700mg ...
A: The dosage ranges for amoxicillin vary greatly due to what bacteria is suspected of having ...
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| Feledene | 7/18/2007 |
Q: Would you please tell me what other OTC analgesics are safe to use with Feledene, and which ones ...
A: Only acetaminophen or Tylenol should be used with Feldene. Aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil), and ...
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| Drug Screen | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I am testing positive to Sympathomimetic Amines (Amphetamine Class) on my drug screens. I am taking ...
A: None of those are known to cause a positive screen for amphetamines. Tenormin is considered a ...
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| interactions | 7/13/2007 |
Q: Can methodone and tenuate be taken together?
A: There have been no documented drug interactions between Methadone and Tenuate. They should be ...
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| metronidazole and alcohol | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I've been off metronidazole for 48 hours now I was wondering if I could consume alcohol and if I did ...
A: If you have been off metronidazole for 48 hours you should be able to consume alcohol without ...
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| Effexor and Alli | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I have been taking Effexor(75 mg) for nearly a year. I have recently started a diet and have begun ...
A: There have been no documented cases of drug interactions between Effexor and Alli. It should ...
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| Top Pharmacy Schoools | 7/9/2007 |
Q: Where can I find a list of top pharmacy schools? Thanks.
A: The most recent listing of a ranking of pharmacy schools I can find which is from a well know ...
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| Positive on Drug Test | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I have recently taken a drug test and received a positive for opiates, specifically Morphine (at ...
A: It is possible to have tested positive for morphine after eating a large quantity of poppy ...
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| false positive marijuana testing (urine) | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I am a pain patient that was tested today for several different substances. My test showed ...
A: There are several substances which can in some tests show false positives. I would recommend ...
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| Cymbalta and Loestrin 24 | 7/2/2007 |
Q: I am currently on Cymbalta, Clonazapem and Loestrin 24. I read all the side effects of Loestrin ...
A: It is possible that you may experience and change in mood or mood swings while your body ...
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| Pill Identification | 7/2/2007 |
Q: I have some small white capsules that are not in their original prescription bottle. I was told that ...
A: Those are NOT allergy medication. Those capsules are most likely dextroamphetamine sulfate ...
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| Antibiotic + Pill | 6/28/2007 |
Q: I'm not sure if I'm asking this question in the right place, but I would really appreciate your ...
A: You should be safe from pregnancy as long as you continued your pills as normal even though you ...
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| false positive | 6/28/2007 |
Q: what could also trigger a false positive for cocaine in a UA
A: In rare cases large doses of local anesthetics in the "caine" family such as novocaine, which ...
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| propoxy | 6/26/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of Propoxy-N/APAP 100-650 TAB. They are expired at 2 years old. I am in need of a ...
A: Medicine that is 2 years beyond its expiration date could at a minimum be less effective or ...
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| hi | 6/23/2007 |
Q: i am wondering if unused canned goods that are not consumed , or opened, but may have been touched ...
A: The answer to your question will be governed by the regulations based on the state you live in, ...
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| Paxil | 6/13/2007 |
Q: I had been taking paxil for 3 years and 4 months ago decided that I wanted to get off of it. Being ...
A: It usually takes Paxil 2 to 3 weeks before you see the full effectiveness from taking it. I ...
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| drug test results | 6/12/2007 |
Q: I am prescribed focalin for ADHD and I have a urine drug test coming up for work, how will the ...
A: You will most likely test positive for amphetamines since you are taking Focalin. As long as ...
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| Piroxicam | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I am a 23 year old male and I am currently taking Piroxicam 20 MGCapsules MLY once a day. I am going ...
A: The most common side effect of piroxicam is stomach upset which could spiral to gastric ulcers ...
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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: The greatest risk of using most expired medications is that they will lose potency and ...
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| Medication Half Life | 5/16/2007 |
Q: Ms. Judge! Two questions: 1. What is the half-life of a medication? 2. Is there a "general ...
A: To start with, the anesthesiologist you spoke with is correct. The conversion factor of ...
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| drug interactions | 5/14/2007 |
Q: Which of these drugs does propoxy-n/apap interact with? The two drugs are cyclobenzaprine or ...
A: There are no documented drug interactions between propoxyphene n/APAP and methylprednisolone. ...
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| Lisinopril past expiration | 5/13/2007 |
Q: I just found an unopened (sealed from the factory) 100-ct. of Lisinopril I forgot I'd had. The ...
A: If the prescription was stored under ideal conditions, controlled room temperature and not ...
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| Medication Half Life | 5/12/2007 |
Q: Ms. Judge! Two questions: 1. What is the half-life of a medication? 2. Is there a "general ...
A: 1. The half-life of a medication is the time it takes for your body to metabolize and excrete a ...
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| nail fungus | 5/11/2007 |
Q: I get my nails manicured regularly. when I went in about four weeks ago the manicurist told me that ...
A: Unfortunately nail fungus is one of the most difficult conditions to treat. Even with ...
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| Microgynon 30 | 5/8/2007 |
Q: Are there any risks in taking Microgynon 30 without the 7 day break i.e. continuously for 2 or 3 ...
A: The risks of taking Microgynon 30 continuously for 2 or 3 months may include an increase in the ...
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| Microgynon 30 pill | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I've been taking the microgynon 30 pill the last couple of months and Friday past i forgot to take ...
A: You should still be protected from pregnancy if you missed only 1 pill as long as you are ...
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| Piroxicam 20 MG | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I am 18 years old, about 5ft 8in tall 135 lbs am I have been seeing a specialist for arthritis that ...
A: It is rare for piroxicam to cause unexplained weight gain or weight loss. Weight gain is ...
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| fluoxetine | 5/3/2007 |
Q: i have been taking microgynon 30 pills for a couple of months now and have recently been prescribed ...
A: There have been no documented drug interactions or serious side effects reported due to taking ...
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| Birth Control Pills | 5/2/2007 |
Q: I have been on the birth control pill Nordette (28) for about 6 years and have been happy with it. ...
A: Levlen contains 21 active tablets with 0.15mg of levonorgestrel and 0.03mg ethinyl estradiol ...
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| help | 4/26/2007 |
Q: I'm not sure if I have the right person, but my question is, I'm 19 year old, and very short, I'm ...
A: There is really no such thing as a pill that will help you gain height. Height is determined ...
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| Birth Control | 4/23/2007 |
Q: I've been taking TriNessa for about 2 months now. I recently got out my third pack and noticed one ...
A: The side effects you have experienced have not been previously documented as having been ...
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| Expired Zyrtec | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I have some Zyrtec tablets (cetirizine HCL) which says EXP Jan 2007. It is now April 2007 and I was ...
A: The potency of medications can not be assured beyond the labeled expiration date. No one can ...
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| zetia and ibuprofin and acetaminophen | 4/18/2007 |
Q: I am taking zetia. Which of the above two over the counter medications can I take for pain relief ...
A: There are no documented drug interactions between Zetia and ibuprofen or acetaminophen. As ...
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| Percocet | 4/17/2007 |
Q: I just had a baby two weeks ago and was given percocet. I was given percocet for a surgery I had a ...
A: If the Percocet you were given last year were store under idea conditions they are probably OK. ...
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| Lexapro and Oxycontin | 4/16/2007 |
Q: My husband has cancer and he currently takes lexapro and 10 mg oxycontin at bedtime. How do these ...
A: Your husband has multiple factors that can be working together to lead to his drowsiness which ...
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| Hoodia & Allegra D 12 hour | 4/11/2007 |
Q: Is Hoodia (or more specifically, Miracle Burn) safe to take with Allegra D 12 hour? It doesn't seem ...
A: I would not recommend Miracle Burn to be taken along with Allegra D 12 hour. Miracle Burn ...
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| Common Cold | 4/10/2007 |
Q: Sorry for the simplicity of my question, but I'm deeply confused. Is it true that you get the common ...
A: 1. Only severe hypothermia would lower your immunity. It would do this because it slows your heart ...
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| What courses should i take in community college if i want to be a phamacist? | 4/9/2007 |
Q: Judge, I am currently a highschool senior but i will be graduating at the end of the month.I would ...
A: Before you take any of these courses at your local community college I would recommend you ...
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| yeast infection | 4/6/2007 |
Q: How do I prevent yeast infection caused by antibiotics? Would using Monistat help? If it does help ...
A: There is no sure way to prevent yeast infections while taking antibiotics. Monistat is a ...
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| Synthroid - September 2006 Expiration | 4/6/2007 |
Q: I have synthroid samples that my doctor gave me and I just realized that they expired in September ...
A: There is no guarantee that you will get the full dose of Synthroid beyond the labeled ...
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| viagra | 3/31/2007 |
Q: .. just wanted to ask where can I safely buy viagra (pharmacy, or...?), and are there any side, ...
A: You can safely obtain Viagra at a pharmacy with a valid prescription after being evaluated by a ...
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| Valtrex and Amox-clav | 3/31/2007 |
Q: I just got a prescription today for Amox-clav and when I got home realized later that I have a cold ...
A: It should not be a problem to take Valtrex with your antibiotics. There have not been ...
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| propranolol | 3/30/2007 |
Q: I'm taking propranolol for high blood pressure im 21 years old and i have an irregular heart beat ...
A: Since both MDMA and methamphetamine can cause extreme increases in blood pressure and you have ...
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| good n natural water pill with potasium | 3/28/2007 |
Q: i have just started taking these water pills in an attempt to kick start weight i have put on due to ...
A: Most over the counter water pills are very weak diuretics as you have seen. That specific ...
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| MiracleBurn & Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I am currently taking the Birth Control Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, and would like to take the supplement ...
A: There are no documented drug interactions between Ortho TriCyclen Lo and Miracle Burn. There ...
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| Combining pain medications | 3/23/2007 |
Q: I am taking Lyrica 150 mg tid, and Cymbalta 60 mg qhs. I've been taking the Lyrica for almost 1 ...
A: Lyrica is not metabolized by the liver, so it would not required special lab work. Cymbalta, ...
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| cortisporing otic drip | 3/21/2007 |
Q: What is the difference between Cortisporin otic solution and the suspension. Are they ...
A: Cortisporin Otic Solution and Cortisporin Otic Suspension are similar products, but not ...
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| just to know | 3/15/2007 |
Q: how long does it takes for a burn to heal by a iron if i'm using mederma
A: How long it will take the burn to heal will depend on several factors including the severity of ...
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| testosterone replacement therapy | 3/10/2007 |
Q: I recently had a physical and my blood work showed that I have a low testosterone level of 180. My ...
A: Both Androgel and Testim are testosterone 1% gel products. There use and efficacy should be ...
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| Biaxin XL | 3/7/2007 |
Q: Can Biaxin XL be taken twice daily? My doctor told me to take 1 tablet twice daily. But I remember ...
A: Biaxin XL is generally dosed once daily. It would not be harmful if taken twice daily and the ...
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| Maxalt and Effexor concurrently | 2/19/2007 |
Q: These two drugs are contraindicated together, apparently. To what extent is there a danger. Do ...
A: To my knowledge Effexor is absolutely contraindicated with Maxalt. There exists the ...
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| Vincristine | 2/12/2007 |
Q: How long would it take to excrete a 2.0 mg dose of Vincristine.
A: The rate of excretion of vincristine varies greatly from patient to patient with averages ...
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| Side effects of ctonel | 2/11/2007 |
Q: My wife, 70 years old, was recently put on Actonel. She had no disability, but the physician said ...
A: The side effects your wife experienced while taking Actonel could last for up to 1 month or ...
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| Parabens | 2/6/2007 |
Q: My question concerns compounding prescriptions. When making preserved water in a pharmacy setting, ...
A: Both Methylparaben and Propylparaben would need to be used together in order to achieve the ...
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| combinations | 1/29/2007 |
Q: I am taking 400mg of wellbutrin and want to take a weight loss aid called Miracleburn.It contains ...
A: Wellbutrin can not be taken along with any over the counter product which contains any other ...
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| Birth control | 1/23/2007 |
Q: I recentlty started trinessa birth control. It contains 14 blue pills, 7 white pills and 7 green ...
A: If I understand you correctly you have been taking birth control pills for about 8 or 9 days, but ...
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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: There are no documented drug interactions between the codeine in Tylenol 3 or oxycodone in ...
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| Medications | 1/20/2007 |
Q: I am a 58 year old male and I am currently taking Zyrtec for allergies and Zetia for high ...
A: It is possible that Zyrtec is causing a feeling of drowsiness or fatigue. It would be unusual ...
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| I found two pills. | 1/19/2007 |
Q: I found two pill's that I've been told are Ultacets,but they are red instead of yellow like I've ...
A: I could find no exact match to tablets with the markings "KALI 083" in the online database I ...
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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: Studies are done on each drug individually, but to my knowledge no study has be done or no attempt ...
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| High Blood Pressure/Fluid Retenion | 1/16/2007 |
Q: What is the best medication, other than indapamide and Hyzaar?
A: There is no one "best medicine" for high blood pressure or fluid retention. Patients and their ...
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| online pharmacy | 1/13/2007 |
Q: The sponsors on your (the allexperts) website say that you can buy prescription medicine from them, ...
A: It is not illegal for prescription medications to be sold by online pharmacies after remote ...
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| Water Pills | 1/12/2007 |
Q: Well, the water pills that I purchased are over the counter and I purchased them at rite aid. I ...
A: Over the counter water pills are very mild. They have no effect on potassium levels. One of ...
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| Water Pills | 1/12/2007 |
Q: Is water pills safe?? I'm talking water pills now and feel slightly dizzy at times. Is my potassium ...
A: Water pills are safe as long as they are properly prescribed and monitored by your doctor. ...
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| Healthy Baby??? | 1/7/2007 |
Q: My husband is in Morphine and Vicodine . He takes time realise Morphine and Vicodine all ready 6 ...
A: The doctors are correct. Medications your husband takes only cause birth defects in very ...
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| TAKING ANTIBIOTICS WHILE ON THE PILL | 1/3/2007 |
Q: I WANT TO KNOW HOW EFFECTIVE WILL TRIVORA A BIRTH CONTROL PILL BE IF I AM TAKING PENNICILLIN TO ...
A: It would be best if you would use an additional form of birth control such as condoms or foam ...
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| effexor and ultram | 12/30/2006 |
Q: Is it safe to take effexor with ultram. Some one told me they will develop serotonin syndrome. Is ...
A: There have been no documented cases of serotonin syndrome that I could find in researching ...
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| pill | 11/30/2006 |
Q: what is ic indomethacine?and what is it prescribed for?
A: Indomethacin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or NSAID. It is one of the first NSAIDS ...
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| citalopram withdrawal | 11/28/2006 |
Q: sallam i have been taking 20mg citalopram for about 6 months and then 10 mg for another six months ...
A: As long as you are withdrawing from your medication under your doctor's care I would recommend ...
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| Career Change | 11/21/2006 |
Q: I am a 48 year old with 18 years of private school experience, teaching high school math. I have two ...
A: You will need to complete a PharmD program as that is the only degree program which is eligible ...
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| Pain Relievers | 11/19/2006 |
Q: What is the difference between aspirin, ibuprophren and acetimetiphen? And what would benefits/harm ...
A: For the purposes of simplicity I can only give you the most basic outline of the differences between ...
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| Changing the time I take my contraceptive pill | 11/18/2006 |
Q: I take microgynon 30 at 9am every morning. At the moment I'm between packs but I'm due to start my ...
A: You should not need to use extra protection since you are changing the time you are taking the pills ...
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| Antihistimine help | 11/16/2006 |
Q: At 6:30 this morning, I took 10mg of over-the-counter loratadine USP because I had come down with a ...
A: You did take more than the recommended dose of antihistamines, but not enough to be considered ...
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| Ativan taper | 11/14/2006 |
Q: I have been on 0.5 mg of Ativan for almost a week now. I take it at night before going to sleep. It ...
A: I would recommend taking 1/2 tablet at bedtime for the next week, then take 1/4 tablet tablet ...
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| expired meds | 11/11/2006 |
Q: my name is Jason Willingham, and am asking you for a bit of information, which hopefully you can ...
A: There would be no way to even guess at the potency of the drug no matter what the expiration ...
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| Helping a friend id some pills | 11/6/2006 |
Q: I have a friend who got married not long ago.She found out her husband has been taking some pills ...
A: I can find to match to either tablet you describe using the online database I access. You can ...
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| Inderal Benefits | 11/3/2006 |
Q: Barbara: I use Inderal (usually one or two 10MG tablets, depending on the importance) to block ...
A: The Inderal might actually work better if you started taking it about 24 hours before your ...
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| Birth Control Pills | 10/30/2006 |
Q: How long after taking birth control pills are they out of your system? How long will I be like I ...
A: Birth control pills are out of your system within 5 to 7 days of taking the last pill, ...
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| Ibuprofen/Aspirin | 10/30/2006 |
Q: If I take Ibuprofen regularly, (At least one time a day for several weeks) does it have a thinning ...
A: Ibuprofen does not have the same effect as a blood thinner as aspirin has. While ibuprofen can ...
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| Water Pills | 10/26/2006 |
Q: Is it ok to take water pills while I am tryin to lose weight? I am eating 6 small meals a days and ...
A: It is OK to take water pills while trying to lose weight as long as your doctor prescribes them ...
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| Drug Interaction | 10/24/2006 |
Q: I would like to know how the following perscriptions might interact with each other. My biggest ...
A: There are no significant drug interactions between the drugs you are taking. None of them ...
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| Serious withdrawl symptoms from Ativan | 10/18/2006 |
Q: I have been using ativan .5 to 1 mg for Panic attacks during asthma problems occur, and I have asked ...
A: In most cases your doctor will prescribe a gradually decreasing dose of the benzodiazepine you ...
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| .5mg ativan/sleep anxiety | 10/15/2006 |
Q: I have been on a .5mg tablet of ativan one to two times a day everday for about four weeks. I had a ...
A: Once you begin your behavioral therapy and have discussed healthy sleep strategies with your ...
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| Prescription Medication* | 10/12/2006 |
Q: I don't have a doctor & once in awhile I need prescription medications, is it safe to order online ...
A: Most websites that supply both the prescription and the medication are offshore companies. ...
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| alternative of steriod medicines | 10/8/2006 |
Q: sir my mother is age 70.her one eye is being operated for corneal graft due to degeneration.second ...
A: Is the steriod medication that has been prescribed an oral steriod or a topical steriod, drops ...
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| pills info | 10/5/2006 |
Q: yellow pill with mylan5050 what is it and whats it for also white round pill with mp58 on it and ...
A: A yellow capsule with Mylan 5050 is most likely temazepam 30mg. This is a sleeping pill. A ...
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| is it safe to use this product for my conditon? | 10/4/2006 |
Q: I have an open sore on each of my feet caused by too much rubbing from my shoe because of my arch. ...
A: No, Desonine ointment should not be used for an open sore. Nystatin cream is not appropriate ...
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| Nail Fungus | 10/3/2006 |
Q: I hope it's OK, I actually have 2 questions: (I may be asking the wrong professional, but I thought ...
A: There is only one OTC product which might have any effectiveness at all for toenail fungus. ...
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| Pain medication | 10/2/2006 |
Q: I am a 25 year old female. I just had surgery on my lower ribs 5 1/2 weeks ago. I still have severe ...
A: There are only 2 drugs I can find that are even remotely possible for you to try. The first one, ...
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| expired medicine | 9/27/2006 |
Q: I have expired vicodin in my closet from 3 years ago (root canal) and just broke a tooth and could ...
A: There is no way anyone can guarantee that medication that expired 3 years ago is safe to use. ...
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| PPIs | 9/26/2006 |
Q: If all PPIs do basically the same thing, why would a doctor perscribe a different brand of PPI if ...
A: All people do not respond the same to each drug. If they did, there would be no need for more ...
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| duties pharmacy technicians cannot perform | 9/21/2006 |
Q: What are the duties or responsibilities in which a Pharmacy Technician cannot perform?
A: The duties and responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician are regulated by the state in which ...
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| Pharmacy | 9/7/2006 |
Q: I am doing a career research project for a computer class at school and I am interested in pharmacy. ...
A: The simple answer is connecting with people and making a difference. In my career, even in ...
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| Pharmacies and Confidentiality | 9/5/2006 |
Q: My fiance recently went to the pharmacy to refill a prescription for Valtrex. He was also dropping ...
A: You are right, obviously the prescriptions should have been separated. The only way I could ...
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| long-term Prilosec OTC use | 9/2/2006 |
Q: I have had constant problems with gastric reflux for years not really knowing what it was until ...
A: Up to this point there have been no controlled studies of Prilosec (prescription or OTC) ...
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| Question about some medicine: | 9/1/2006 |
Q: I have highblood pressure and I am on verapamil 240mg and on hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg and that is ...
A: There is no reason why you could not take Darvocet along with Verapamil and hydrochlorothiazide ...
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| Prescription writing error | 8/29/2006 |
Q: I had been prescribed Clonazepam by my primary care physician for several years, and always filled ...
A: Since yours was a single instance of obtaining one extra prescription in one month you should ...
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| PROPOXY N/APAP (Darvocet) | 8/27/2006 |
Q: I am scheduled for surgery on August 31st (right knee arthroscopic and lateral release). The ...
A: Darvocet does not contain aspirin it would not be a problem if you continue to take it until ...
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| School | 8/17/2006 |
Q: I am going to be a senior in high school this year and I am interested in pharmacy. I was wondering ...
A: Technician requirements vary greatly from state to state. I am in Indiana and Indiana law ...
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| alcohal and cumadin | 8/14/2006 |
Q: are you supose to drink alcohol while getting shorts for blood clocts an taking cumdin
A: No, you should not drink alcohol while taking shots for blood clots or are taking Coumadin. Alcohol ...
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| Microgynon30 | 8/9/2006 |
Q: I am currently on holiday in the usa visiting friends, i didn't bring the 2 months supply of pills i ...
A: Some people will have irregular periods after they stop taking any birth control pill for a ...
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| Ativan Tapering | 8/8/2006 |
Q: I found your answer about Ativan tapering very helpful. I was taking between 1-1.5 mg in April & May ...
A: You should have no problem taking Ativan occasionally. You are obviously aware of the risks of ...
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| triliptal | 7/29/2006 |
Q: does this med cause a person to have excessive sylivia come out of their mouth while their sleeping ...
A: Trileptal has not been associated with causing excessive salivation or saliva formation. If ...
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| darvocet | 7/26/2006 |
Q: I took one darvocet this afternoon for menstrual cramps. I was informed that I will be taking a ...
A: The Darvocet that you took may or may not show up in the drug screen. It is dependent on the ...
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| Prilosec OTC | 7/1/2006 |
Q: Is there a correlation between Prilosec OTC and Temporal Lobe seizures?
A: To my knowledge there has been no reports of any link between Prilosec either when it was ...
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| Ativan tapering | 6/29/2006 |
Q: I am a 65 yr old woman who lost her mother recently. I was given 1mg of Ativan per day to help with ...
A: What you have been doing is the correct way to taper off lorazepam or generic Ativan. ...
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| birth control switching | 6/26/2006 |
Q: I have been on the Ortho Evra patch for 2 years now, and my insurance is changing, so I can only get ...
A: It will really be up to your doctor to choose the best option for you. The drugs you list are ...
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| regarding lips dryness | 6/15/2006 |
Q: My skin type is dry.Also I have dry lips.My Doctor recomend me to use Desonide Ointment 0.05% for 10 ...
A: You need to see your doctor again to tell him/her what you have been doing. It is important to ...
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| Marketing Major intrested in pharmacy, what is the first step??? | 6/14/2006 |
Q: I am a 20 year old junior with a concentration in Marketing. I suddenly have a big intrest in ...
A: You would need to get in touch with the College of Pharmacy nearest to you to find out what ...
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| pharmacy | 6/9/2006 |
Q: Thanx, u are so knowledgeable yet i still have a few questions So u mean it is 6 years, not ...
A: It could still be 6 years once you enter Pharmacy school unless you have done your homework and ...
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| pharmacy | 6/9/2006 |
Q: I just graduated and high school, and I would like to become a pharmacist- What courses should I ...
A: Most Pharmacy Schools have very strict admission criterion. The pharmacy program is now 6 ...
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| No Flush Niacin | 6/9/2006 |
Q: My doctor had prescribed Niaspan -- sustained release niacin, 500 mg. -- to elevate my low HDL ...
A: I am not familiar with Inositol Hexaniacinate, but in researching it found several references ...
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| Ativan taper | 5/7/2006 |
Q: I've been on .5 mg of Ativan for about 8 weeks. I was put on it in the hospital so that I could ...
A: You are right that the best thing to do is to try to taper off Ativan. Since you started with ...
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| hydroxyzine liquid | 5/5/2006 |
Q: My child was prescribed Hydroxyzine for allergic reaction. I cannot remember the ml of it but it was ...
A: Hydroxyzine Hcl will not cause a positive drug test for illicit drugs. If you are tested for ...
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| Questions on pharmacy field | 5/1/2006 |
Q: I am interested in pharmacy. I am also writing an English paper and was wondering if you could ...
A: Name: Barb Judge Title: Pharmacy Manager Company: Kroger Time in Present Job: 24 years Time in ...
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| desonide ointment 0.05% | 4/28/2006 |
Q: My lips made contact with a liquid(a hair tonic) in which took out my lips skin so that the skin ...
A: You should NOT use Desonide Ointment on open skin. I would recommend that you seek medical ...
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| RX info | 4/26/2006 |
Q: I am taking Biaxin for sinus infection. I've noticed the pill or the outer coating of the pill in my ...
A: If you are taking Biaxin tablets it would not be normal, they should have dissolved completely. ...
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| Anti-itch ointments | 4/26/2006 |
Q: I seem to be particualrly prone to mosquito bites and I would like to know if there is a particular ...
A: Both hydrocortisone and diphenhydramine topical products are effective for most people in ...
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| Cortosone | 4/18/2006 |
Q: Is gaining weight a side effect of cortisone injections? why?
A: Fluid retention and its resulting weight gain can be a side effect from systemic cortisone ...
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| Can i ask you some interview questions of being a Pharmacist? | 4/16/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you can answer some of my interview questions, because i wish to be a pharmacist ...
A: 1. A typical day for me starts at 8AM and ends at 9PM. At my employer we have the flexibility to ...
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| taking | 4/12/2006 |
Q: yes i was wondering if i could take TYLENOL SINUS OR SUDAFED. after 5 hours since i took allegra D
A: No, you should not take Tylenol Sinus or Sudafed within 5 hours of taking Allegra D. Allegra D ...
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| Antidepressants | 4/10/2006 |
Q: I have been taking 20mg of sarafem daily for pmdd for several years, and now I have been prescribed ...
A: While both Sarafen and Cymbalta are somewhat similar in action and chemically there are also ...
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| Lisinopril | 4/8/2006 |
Q: but anyways I was wondering if there was any difference in the medications Lisinopril and Lisinopril ...
A: Lisinopril Dihydrate is just the more complete chemical name for lisinopril. Most generic ...
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| dosage times | 4/3/2006 |
Q: When a prescription says 4 times a day, doesn't it mean every six hours?
A: A prescription dosed 4 times a day can mean every 6 hours, 4 times a day before each meal and ...
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| drug interaction | 3/28/2006 |
Q: is it safe to use levitra while taking claithromyc 500mg
A: There have been no documented interactions between Levitra and clarithromycin to date. There ...
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| I think I picked up Staph... | 3/24/2006 |
Q: I think I picked up Staph infection at a local gym. I think it's Staph because I have the same ...
A: There is no way to treat a staph infection without antibiotics, if that is what it is. There ...
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| sinus meds | 3/7/2006 |
Q: I have also had 2 really bad ear infections one if which I have now. I was put on ceftin ...
A: In order to determine the correct antibiotic for your infection all I can suggest is that you ...
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| Stopping long-term use of Prilosec OTC | 2/18/2006 |
Q: I have been on long-term use of Prilosec OTC for about 6-8 months. My GI doc told me about it as a ...
A: You can stop taking Prilosec OTC without the need to titrate down or wean off the medicine. I ...
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| Switching from Ibuprofen to other NAISDs for acute pain killing effective when taken only 'once' ? | 2/13/2006 |
Q: Does a single dose (only "one" time intake) of NAISDs like Mefenamic Acid 500 mg or Diclofenac 50 mg ...
A: Some pain relief should be seen from NSAIDs within a few hours of taking the first dose. The ...
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| availability of a certain drug | 2/9/2006 |
Q: I used to be able to find the generic Orudis KT. Now, it seems I can never find it in the stores. ...
A: Orudis KT is no longer marketed in the United States. Prescription Orudis and its generics are ...
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| Exfolition product? | 1/19/2006 |
Q: Is the product Eau De Quinine a exfoliate product?
A: While Eau De Quinine is available from several manufacturers as hair products claiming to help ...
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| Aquaphor | 1/17/2006 |
Q: The product Aquaphor... generally how long would I see healing once I started using it? Is there a ...
A: Aquaphor should be used like most other creams or lotions. Apply it 3 to 4 times a day after ...
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| Going to Pharmacy School | 1/5/2006 |
Q: I was thinking about Pharmacy school. Im 28 years old. I have alittle collge and minimal math. I ...
A: You could easily still have a chance to complete Pharmacy school. Pharmacy school takes 6 ...
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| Considering a Career in Pharmacy | 1/3/2006 |
Q: I am 24 years old and have been working as an auditor for a year and a half. I know that auditing is ...
A: Don't do any job just for the money. You have to like to go to work because you spend more time ...
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| Outdated supplements | 10/24/2005 |
Q: So, in buying over-the-counter nutritional supplements, the buyer cannot be certain that the ...
A: You understand correctly. Vitamins are usually manufactured according to USP (United States ...
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| Outdated supplements | 10/24/2005 |
Q: I have the opportunity to buy a name-brand glucosamine/chondroitin supplement at a very good price; ...
A: Since the product is past its expiration date there is no way anyone can tell you one way or ...
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| drug interactions | 10/12/2005 |
Q: My mom is on the following meds. Can you please tell if all these are ok to take together? toprol ...
A: For the combination of medications that your mother is taking the only 2 medications that could ...
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| paroxetine hcl vs. paroxetine (as mesylate) | 10/7/2005 |
Q: I have been taking paroxetine (Paxil)20mg for several years now, with good results. My Sister, who ...
A: Paxil is paroxetine hydrochloride (Hcl). Pexeva is paroxetine mesylate. This you already knew. ...
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| celebrex | 9/19/2005 |
Q: i have been taking 200mg of celebrex daily for about 3 years now. i'm not a drinker, so i've never ...
A: It is unwise to drink excessively while taking Celebrex, or any other medication. Celebrex has ...
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| can i take this drug? | 9/18/2005 |
Q: sir, MD docter has prescribed following drugs patient details:-age 45 weight 98 kg---height ...
A: There are no specific drug interactions between the drugs you are taking. You should be ...
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| drug interaction | 9/2/2005 |
Q: I am taking prescribed Phentermine for weight loss. I suffer from seasonal allergies and was ...
A: It would be safe to take an antihistamine like Benadryl for seasonal allergies. Do not, ...
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| sweaty | 9/1/2005 |
Q: I was wonderind if you know of anything over the counter, or if theres a perscription that my doctor ...
A: The over the counter antiperspirants usually contain the same active ingrediants, with ...
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| Pseudoephedrine hazzards? | 8/3/2005 |
Q: I have been taking Sudafed generic for many years for a constant congestion problem. I reached a ...
A: Taking excessive doses of pseudoephedrine can be very dangerous, both short term and long term. ...
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| bacitracian | 8/1/2005 |
Q: my son fell a nd cut his eyelid,thank goodness stiches were not required.they want bacitracian on 3 ...
A: You don't say how old your son is. If your son is too young to understand the importance of ...
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| birth control | 7/25/2005 |
Q: I was taking a birth control pill called Loestrin FE 1/20, my insurance stopped covering the brand ...
A: There should be no difference between the Loestrin that you were taking and the Junel that you ...
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| Prescription Drug | 7/18/2005 |
Q: I was looking for the name of a prescription drug that was found in one of my old purses. The tablet ...
A: I can find no exact match to the tablet you describe using the online database available to me. ...
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| Fiorinal C1/2 | 7/8/2005 |
Q: Good morning Ms. Judge I suffer from migraine headaches which I seem to have brought under control ...
A: I'm a little confused about what you are asking me. I think you are wanting to reduce the side ...
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| disposal/medications | 7/7/2005 |
Q: How do pharmacies dispose of all medications e.g patient returns, out of date, damaged etc Many ...
A: Different pharmacies may have different policies in place to dispose of expired, damaged, or ...
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| Babies Keflex left out of the refrigerator!!! | 6/8/2005 |
Q: I left my babies Keflex (antibiotic) Liquid medecine on the counter all night long for about 10 ...
A: The cephalexin will start to break down in time since it was not kept refrigerated. It should ...
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| drug interaction | 6/4/2005 |
Q: Is it alright to take Zoloft and the over the counter medicine Tylenol PM ? I want to be sure the I ...
A: There should be no significant problems if you take Zoloft with Tylenol PM on an occasional ...
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| Various pharmacy prices | 6/2/2005 |
Q: I have been curious about this for a long time. Do prices vary for the same product from pharmacy ...
A: In most cases it makes no difference to you, the cardholder or plan member, what copay you will ...
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| Drugs to increase stomach acid | 5/13/2005 |
Q: Do you know of any drugs that are useful for people with hypochlorhydria in helping the production ...
A: There is only one product that I can find multiple reference to document in helping patients ...
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| Medication Identification | 5/11/2005 |
Q: I found an unlabeled bottle of pills in my grandmother's medicine cabinet, and she can't remember ...
A: I can find no exact match for tablets with markings with "Watson 853" in the online database ...
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| inderal | 5/10/2005 |
Q: is it ok to take micardis with inderal?the inderal will be used for anxiety.
A: I would recommend talking to your doctor about taking Inderal for anxiety along with Micardis. ...
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| antidotes or treatments for caffeine/sugar | 4/27/2005 |
Q: i hope you are the right person to ask, i think caffeine would be consided a drug. My problem is ...
A: There are no specific antidotes for caffeine, sugar, or nicotine. It would probably not be in ...
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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: You should have no problems taking the Prozac, Allegra, and the Multivitamin and mineral/herbal ...
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| Ativan Withdrawl | 4/13/2005 |
Q: Ms. Judge About two months ago my Dr. prescribed Ativan to help me sleep as I was having some ...
A: You are already on the right track, it is best to taper off the Ativan. Taper your dose by ...
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| drinking water while taking water pill | 3/31/2005 |
Q: I am 54 and have high blood pressure and high cholesterol (271). My doc has me on tenormin 25mg and ...
A: It isn't bad to drink lots of fluid while taking a water pill unless you have some other ...
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| drug interactions | 3/28/2005 |
Q: My sis-in-law and I are having an ongoing debate on prescribed medications and their interaction ...
A: For the majority of antibiotics alcohol will not change the effectiveness of the drug or cause ...
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| nitroglycerin | 3/13/2005 |
Q: My mother was changed from a 0.4mg/hr nitroglycerin trandsdermal patch system 12 hours on and 12 ...
A: When you mother was on NTG patches 0.4mg/hr, the approximate daily dose was 5mg per day. If ...
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| wellbutrin | 2/1/2005 |
Q: My doctor wants to prescribe wellbutrin to help me quit smoking. Is this an appropriate use for ...
A: Wellbutrin is an antidepressant, but it has also been found to be very useful to help curb ...
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| Microgynon 30 contraceptive pill | 1/30/2005 |
Q: Last week I went on holiday and forgot to take my pills with me. I've now missed 7 days of pills ...
A: You should continue with this package of pills as if you did not miss any and finish this pack. ...
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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. ...
A: If you were going to have a reaction to doxycycline when you would have the reaction would ...
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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: The positive WBC means you were positive for White Blood Cells in your urine. White Blood Cells are ...
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| Drug Interactions | 1/25/2005 |
Q: Greetings, I have an unusual situation to inquire about. I am a Behavioral Specialist who works ...
A: Each of these drugs alone may cause nausea and/or a decrease appetite. At least half of the ...
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| vitamin B for diabetics | 1/9/2005 |
Q: Dr. Judge: Please advise if B-complex is good for a 16 year old diabetic (type I) on daily insulin ...
A: Any good multivitamin is a good choice for most people, diabetic or not. I would recommend a ...
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| gerd | 1/7/2005 |
Q: My 6 year old son has had what we think are GERD symptoms for the past 6 months. Every day, and ...
A: I would recommend that you take your son to see his doctor. If your doctor does not have an ...
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| drug interaction | 1/4/2005 |
Q: currently taking the prescription as follows coumandin, ms contin, toprol xl, msir, phenergan,xanax, ...
A: There are a couple possible drug interactions which could occur when adding Sinemet to the ...
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| drug dosage | 12/8/2004 |
Q: What is the recommend doage for BuSpar when being treated for anxitey? And do you think a person ...
A: The initial recommended starting dose for Buspar is 5mg 3 times a day. It can be increased, if ...
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| pills ? found what are they | 12/6/2004 |
Q: i found some meds wile i was cleaning they are wite ovale and has 93 / 089 just on 1 side of the ...
A: The only exact match I found to tablets with "93 089" as their markings are Sulfamethoxazole ...
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| General questions | 12/2/2004 |
Q: I hope you dont mind me asking but I have to do this for a school propject. Q:Where are you ...
A: Q1. I currently work for Kroger Pharmacy. Q2. See Q1. Q3. I can be reached at 317-895-2247 at ...
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| accutane question | 11/17/2004 |
Q: I took accutane(isotretinoin) back in 1997 for 4 months. At present, I suffer from several ...
A: There have been no documented reports of Accutane use causing any side effects years after therapy ...
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| Orudis-KT vs. Oruvail | 11/17/2004 |
Q: Several years ago my rheumatologist prescribed Oruvail 200 mg q.d. and I have been taking it ever ...
A: I would be ok to use over the counter Orudis as long as you split the dose as you say you plan ...
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| drug interaction | 11/11/2004 |
Q: Can taking Hydroxycut weightloss supplement decrease the effectiveness of OrthoTricyclen Lo oral ...
A: Since I can not find out the exact ingredients in Hydroxycut, even on their own website, I can not ...
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| Loss of smell | 11/8/2004 |
Q: Will using Nasal Crom nasal spray daily for several years cause a loss of smell?
A: Side effects of NasalCrom include a small possibility of having a bad taste in your mouth, but ...
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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: Depending on how severe the infection was before you sought treatment, it may take 5-14 days to ...
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| Beta Blockers and Salbutamol | 11/2/2004 |
Q: My doctor has recently prescribed me with propranolol 40mg, three times a day for blood pressure. I ...
A: Older beta blockers, such as propranolol, can cause worsening of asthma symptoms. I would ...
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| Methylprednisolone | 10/29/2004 |
Q: My 12 year old daughter was given this drug to take over a 6 day period on the evening of the 2nd ...
A: I would recommend that she stop taking the drug and you should call her doctor as soon as possible. ...
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| interview questions | 10/27/2004 |
Q: Tell me a little bit about your job. How long did it take you to get through all your schooling? How ...
A: I completed pharmacy school in 5 years. At the time that I went to school it was a 5 year ...
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| Ativan and sleep | 10/25/2004 |
Q: Ms. Judge Due to the illness of a close family member I was having a difficult time sleeping ...
A: The best way to stop taking Ativan for sleep is to taper them gradually. I would recommend ...
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| Paxil (paroxetine) and cold medicine | 10/17/2004 |
Q: I am miserable with a cold - but I'm on Paxil (paroxetine). Is there *any* OTC cold ...
A: As long as Paxil is the only prescription medication that you take there is no reason why you ...
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| DRUG ACTION | 9/21/2004 |
Q: PLEASE TELL ME WHAT PLETAL 100MG. IS GOOD FOR?
A: Pletal is indicated for intermittent claudication, a group of symptoms which are a result of ...
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| prescription drugs | 9/19/2004 |
Q: what are the common drugs given after one has had an abortion? can you tell me what these drugs are ...
A: I'm not aware that there are any specific "common" drugs given after an abortion. I can tell you ...
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| ARTHRITIS IN HANDS | 9/15/2004 |
Q: MY DOCTOR HAS PRESCRIBED DICOFLENAC 75 MG TO BE TAKEN WITH 2 TYLENOL ARTHRITIS STRENGTH TWICE DAILY. ...
A: I would think that your doctor knows you best. Diclofenac and Tylenol work be entirely different ...
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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: It is possible to become dependent on clonazepam. If you take the clonazepam occasionally, ...
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| confidentiality in a retail pharmacy | 9/8/2004 |
Q: If a pharmacist is on duty and a customer comes in for a prescription immediately after a stroke and ...
A: In most cases, any information a pharmacist is given while a work must be considered ...
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| Birth Control Pills | 8/8/2004 |
Q: I read that if you miss two days of your birth control to take two that day and two the next. Can ...
A: It is possible to overdose on any drug. The difference between drugs is what determines the ...
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| zithromax | 6/28/2004 |
Q: Is Tylenol or Ibuprophren okay to use with zithromax for throat pain and fever?
A: You may take either Tylenol or ibuprofen for pain and fever with Zithromax as long as you are not ...
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| tetracycline/cephalexin | 6/27/2004 |
Q: My son was recently prescribed cephalexin after busting his lip open and has been taking ...
A: Taking both tetracycline and cephalexin together will not inactivate either drug. It isn't ...
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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: As of now there have not been any significant reports of safety issues with Melatonin. It is ...
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| Medicine | 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: In patients with normal kidney function the amount of generic Bactrim DS in your bloodstream ...
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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: If you were only given 2 doses of penicillin with instructions to take one each day they should ...
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| reactions | 4/17/2004 |
Q: I am a dibetic and I take synthroid,advandia,metaglip, can I take Indocin ? if yes are there any ...
A: There are no specific drug interactions between Indocin and your other medications. There are, ...
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| how should a person take oxycontin and roxicodone together? | 4/12/2004 |
Q: Look at these meds. and tell me how I should despense the scripts to a 85yr old man about 5 foot11? ...
A: I would check with this persons doctor to be sure, but generally Oxycontin is used on a regular ...
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| could these cause nose bleeds? | 3/28/2004 |
Q: I am taking Lotrel 5/10 and Xopenex 0.63mg/3ml. I am having nose bleeds about every day and they ...
A: It is unlikely that the use of Xopenex and Lotrel is causing nose bleeds. Neither drug product ...
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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: Although Apo Zopiclone is not available in the United States, the information I was able to ...
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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 are no drugs or herbs or any type of supplement which can override your genetic ...
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| career | 3/3/2004 |
Q: my name is Tiwonge, T for short- im a student in the uk doing my a levels in these three subjects- ...
A: Since I am in the United States and not the UK, I would recommend that you talk to a pharmacist ...
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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: Since I have very little experience in hospital pharmacy, I will have to defer that question to ...
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| head and ear burns | 2/25/2004 |
Q: i dyed my hair and left it on to long now my ears are swelled and scabbly same for my head what can ...
A: If you have burned your skin severely enough to cause your ears and scalp to swell and scab you ...
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| pain medication makes me sick | 2/10/2004 |
Q: i am seeing my doc tomorrow and he put me on hydrocodone as needed for tail bone pain..(unexplained) ...
A: Until you can see your doctor I would recommend only taking your pain medication after eating. ...
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| Pharmaceutical Fish Oil? | 1/29/2004 |
Q: I have read recently recommendations from various people about using "pharmaceutical fish oil" as ...
A: To my knowledge, any fish oil supplement sold for human consumption must be of "pharmaceutical ...
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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 take guiafenesin to thin and loosen the mucus. This would not interact with your other ...
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