Doctor Questions (Page 13)

How many 0.25mg equal to a 1mg of Alprazolam?

I went to the ER last night because of anxiety and they gave me 1mg of alprazolam and I feel sleepy but relaxed :) but usually my doctor prescribes me 0.25mg which is the lowest dose. I wonder how often and how much should I take to feel relaxed but not sleepy?

End Stage Cirrhosis - how long?

Hello, My brother was diagnosed with cirrhosis about a year ago and his doctor told him he needs a new liver. He told me about it about 8 weeks ago (we live 1500 miles apart and I do not see him very often). During the last 8 weeks, he has been in and out of the hospital because he keeps filling... read more

Is it OK to take Tramadol and Cymbalta together?

I am currently taking 50 mg Tramadol 2-3x a day for pain from PMR & arthritis. Doctor just prescribed Cymbalta, 30mg 1x day. Is it safe to take these together?

Advair vs Breo?

I have moderate asthma and control it with Singulair (allergies & asthma), and Advair inhaled medication. My doctor recently prescribed me BREO instead of Advair and will soon be switching. I am wondering if anyone else has experiences A) with BREO B) with advair and/or BREO and if theyve ever... read more

Nightmares & Anxiety on Bupropion?

The last 2 nights I've had nightmares and increased anxiety in the morning. I also feel out of it like I'm kind of in a daze. I know that my doctor just increased my dose of Bupropion from 150mg to 300mg about 10 days ago so is this normal? Will this subside? I feel like maybe this is not the right... read more

Amitriptyline - Amitrptyline for Nausea?

I have been suffering with Nausea constantly for 5 months now I have seen the gastro doctor had ultra sound scan, lots of blood tests, and a gastroscopy all have come back clear which is great but does not help my nausea I have lost weight, appetite goes, I have now been prescribed 10mg of... read more

Will I get withdrawal symptoms for coming off propranolol after 3 days?

So I’ve had panic attacks for years but over the last 4 days they’ve gotten a lot so I went to the doctors 2 days ago and she put me on propranolol for anxiety and since I’ve started taking them my panic attacks have stopped but I’ve been worse as in I’ve had very short breaths, my heart rate has sl... read more

Treatments for Menopause

When can anyone walk into a doctors office and ask for a B12 shot and simply get it right then?

I have a close friend, who I thought was a long time recovered addict, that has been caught lying on many occasions. Recently, he said he needed a B12 shot for his lack of energy. He says he went in to see his doctor and "just got one because I asked." Can anyone walk in off the street to see the... read more

Can Suboxone cause severe and chronic pain?

I have been on Suboxone for 8 months now for an opiate addiction. Around 8 months ago I started having occasional back pain and told my doctor about it. I asked if it was from the Suboxone and he told me it wasn't (although it is a side effect). 4 months ago I started having constant and severe... read more

How does 2mg Zanaflex compare to Soma 350mg?

I have daily headaches - have had them for over 30 years. I also suffer from migraines but Immetrix has taken care of those. My doctor just gave me Zanaflex 2mg. I've taken Soma before as muscle relaxant( for back pain) and wonder, before I start taking the Zanaflex, could someone compare the two... read more

Can I take Cymbalta with tramadol, vicodin, xanax, flexeril and an amphetamine?

My name is james I have just been given cymbalta and I am scared I have been given other meds by other doctors and all were listed can anyone tell me if you have these meds also in combo with cymbalta. tramadol, vicodin, xanax, flexeril, and any anphetomine type ( ritalin,vivan)

Oxycontin vs morphine sulfate?

I've been taking oxycontine 40mg 2x a day for about 6 months for severe pain and they aren't working anymore .So, my doctor wrote a perscription for morphine sulfate er 40mg 2x a day .Is this equal or is there a percentage from one to the other ?? I know there isn't a 40 mg .They either come... read more

How long did your side effects last after tapering off Topamax?

I was on topamax for about 3 months and at 75 mg. This drug was highly changing my mood and personality and it was only mildly effective at helping the migraines. I spoke with my doctor and he told me to wean off by 25 mg every 4 days. I took my last pill on day 12. I am currently 9 days free of... read more

Celebrex - is it also for moods? depression? my doctor said it was?

i have a bulge on my back and they can't find anything but arthritis, the pain is so bad i'm having problems at work, sitting to long and standing too long are really hard for me :( he wants to put me on celebrex says its for mood also, because i'm taking something for depression too. he wants me... read more