Doctor Questions (Page 21)

Why don't Doctors want to prescribe Soma anymore for a muscle relaxant?

How long does Propranolol take to work for anxiety?

I'm a 24 year old female! A few months back I had a panic attack every since then I have struggled with anxiety and worrying about every little thing! My doctor just put me on this new medication propranolol. I take 10ml 3x a day. I would like some more info about how its helped others and how long... read more

How to wean off of gabapentin? Can not get an answer from the doctor?

How can I come off gabapentin safely? I have take 300mgs 3 times a day. I don't like how I feel on them and have been on them for 2 months. Any help would be appreciated.

How long should I give Linzess a chance to work before stopping it?

My doctor prescribed 145 mg Linzess over a month ago. The first week, it seemed to completely empty by bowels on the 2nd day but after that I am lucky if it works one day a week. I also take a fiber supplement, drink a lot of water, exercise daily and run 10 miles on the weekend. I am experiencing... read more

What do I do if Monistat 3 doesn't work right away?

I had a UTI about a month ago and took antibiotics that were prescribed to me by my doctor. My symptoms for UTI had gone away but a few days later I had an intense itch that wouldn't go away. I contacted my doctor and she advised me to take Monistat 3. Yesterday was the final dosage and my itching... read more

I was prescribed tramadol 50mg for pain and was told that I could take 800mg of ibuprofen?

I have a horrible pain in my left hip, went to see my doctor and told me it was a muscle pain, she advice to take tramadol with a combination of ibuprofen but I have not found any relief. Has anyone taken 100 mg of tramadol and felt better?

So, what happens if I drink a glass of wine with my antidepressant?

Does it counteract the good effects I could be getting, as far as addressing the anxiety/depression? My doctor told me it would be fine.

I took a fluconazole 150 mg tablet Monday afternoon for a yeast infection.

At this point my symptoms were pretty much gone and the doctor just wanted to clear out the rest of the yeast. Tuesday / Wednesday morning at 1 am my partner and I decided to have sex , no discomfort. Wednesday morning my itch was back. My doctor only said to take one pill , but now that my itch... read more

Should I come off duloxetine/Cymbalta after 3 months after continued side effects? I am in the UK.

My doctor knows nothing about anti-depressants, the mental health service have refused help, and I cannot afford private help. I am trying to work this out myself, which is far from ideal, but I don't have a choice. I was on citalopram for 13 years (10 of which unnecessary as I had recovered),... read more

What type of pain medication can you take for joint and muscle pain from taking Xarelto?

While on Xarelto my husband experienced severe joint and muscle pain. His doctor switched him to Eliquis. His doctor has never heard of such side effects. He still has this severe pain. What can he take to help him?

Does buspirone Work for Anxiety and Depression?

Hello my doctor recently prescribed me 10 mg in the morning and evening of buspirone. They said it should take about two weeks to notice any effect. It’s only been three days. I think it might be working. I seem to feel a little less on edge and depressed 24 seven which is awesome! But it seems l... read more

Can a doctor write two scripts in a month? Adderall XR(30 pills,Jan,4th) to Adderall IR (60p,Jan27)?

On January 4th I got a prescription of Adderall XR 10 mg, it only lasted an hour, so my doctor gave me a prescription of 20 mg twice a day of regular Adderall. The problem is it is the 25th. Can I get a new script before 30 days of my original script running out?

Is anyone else having a problem with Teva USA Clonazepam?

I have taken clonazepam for 12 years for my tinnitus. My doctor has always prescribed Mylan but it was discontinued last year. When I refilled, I was given Accord and had 5 weeks of no sleep, racing heart, and other horrible effects. I told my doctor and she prescribed Actavis which I used for... read more

Buspirone - What is the best fast acting anti-anxiety to be prescribed by my doctor besides Xanax??

My doctor refuses to give me Xanax to treat my sudden anxiety even though I'm taking 3 clonazepam 3x/day. And I asked him for a different fast acting medication but he puts me on buspirone instead which I knew was gonna replace the clonazepam, but I don't like the way it makes me feel. I need a... read more

What do I need to know about Drug Interactions?