Medication Questions (Page 51)

Loperamide - Can I twist open the capsules and put the powder in applesauce to take this medication?

... I have an ileostomy and will be going through chemo again. I already know that the chemo will give me the diarrhea side effect. I worry that the capsules won't dissolve and allow the medicine to be absorbed in my body to work as they're supposed to. I have no problem taking the caplets of... read more

Accidentally took 10mg Norvasc (amlodipine)

Hi everyone I accidentally took my husband's high blood pressure medication (Norvasc 10mg). I am a bit concerned as I don't have high blood pressure - in fact it's on the low side, last I measured was 98/65. How worried should I be?

Plan to stop Victoza. What can I expect?

After three weeks of taking this medication I am giving up. I'm sick all day with nausea and vomiting and diarrhea when I least expect it. What can I expect? Do I slowly reduce the dose or just quit taking it?

Enteric Coated vs Sustained Release? What's the difference between them?

I take 40 mg of Nexium every morning. Tonight I accidentally took 2 more with my night medication?

making this 120 mg. Is there any danger of taking this much in one day?

I am on gabapentin. I am having a colonoscopy next week. Is there an NSAID or acetaminophen in it?

I am having a colonoscopy next week. Is there a NSAID or acetaminophen in gabapentin?

When stopping Zoloft, what are some of the side effect?

I stopped taking Zoloft one week ago. I had been taking Zoloft for about 5 years. What are side effects of stopping this medication suddenly?

5-HTP - Can I combine this with Seroquel?

I am bipolar and on Seroquel 300mg. Would 5-HTP help or hinder me and would in interact with my medication?

Can Plavix medication be cut in half?

I have anti-diarrhea medicine that expired in 2010. Is this medication still good?

Medication - How long does 15 mg of phenobarbital take till half life?

And does phenobarbital's half life depend of its dosage?

I was given prescription in Mexico for ketorolaco. What is it?

I was prescribed this medication after dental work in Mexico - just would like to know what it is.

Is it safe to use BAG BALM on the skin on the exit area of the anus?

Soreness perhaps caused by several medications I take orally for heart problems, etc., etc. Am 83 years old. It is like a rash, and can itch and burn.

Metronidazole - 500 mg Flagyl Twice A Day (7 days) Constipation and Stomach Issues?

Hello, I have been taking this medication since last Thursday and I have until Thursday this week for BV. I have experienced a lot of stomach pain, gas, nausea and constipation, but when I do use the restroom it's very little and pretty soft. Just wondering if this is normal? I have been stocking... read more

Can I take my pain medication 30 minutes early occasionally?

I am prescribed 15 mg oxycodone every 6 hours for chronic pain. I took my morning dose at 5:15AM and will be due again at 11:15AM. I have a medical appointment at 11:00AM today. Is it OK if I take my meds around 10:45AM prior to leaving my house to make it more convenient rather than lug my... read more