Prescription Questions (Page 39)

Can you use amitripyline as and when needed to help with sleep?

I'm not sleeping well after some devastating family news. My mind goes into overdrive and keeps me awake. I've been prescribed amitripyline 10mg at night to help. I work in social care and work night shifts a couple of times a week, so can't take it when I need to stay awake all night. So I want to... read more

Has anyone ever found taking 5 mg at night and 5 mg in the morning works and doesn't make them feel?

What can I expect My doctor prescribed me Lexapro months ago after having a terrible fire followed by a terrible car accident which sent me into a whirlwind of PTSD anxiety manic depression and just five days ago I started taking 10 mg tablets at night because they make me drowsy in the day . Today... read more

New to Lexapro. What pain meds can I take for headache?

I have been newly prescribed Lexapro to help me deal with anxiety issues. I have not started yet and I am scared to because of side effects. My question is I do get frequent headaches/migraines. What pain medicines are safe to take while on Lexapro? I saw obuprofen and nsaids are not good.

Is there a difference between venlafaxine HCL ER and venlafaxine ER?

Is there a difference between venlafaxine HCL ER and Venlafaxine ER? I was taking venlafaxine HCL ER but because of Medicare Part D I was prescribed venlafaxine ER. Just wondering if I will notice a difference. any advice will be helpful. Thank you.

Can you take this med (nitrofurantoin) 1 year after being prescribed? Orig. date 9/30/16 100mg?

How often can I be prescribed Medrol Pac? I had relief but pain is now back as titrated dose down.

How often can you take the 6 day pac? I have obtained fairly good relief with the 4mg methylprednisolone 6 day pac. I have been in horrible pain. My nurse practitioner refilled once but will not refill again. Awaiting my appointments with ortho and rheumatologist but don't know how I am going to... read more

Filling Adderall early?

I had a 60 pill twice a day prescription filled on the 8th of August. I misplaced my pill bottle. My doctor wrote me a new prescription today. I tried to get it filled but the pharmacist told me I'm not due until the 31st which is is a week early from my original prescription. I didn't want to... read more

My husband accidentally took two venlafaxine hcl ER150 mg caps by accident instead of only one?

His prescription only calls for him to take one every 24 hours. What should we do? Will he be all right? What should we expect? Thank you

Can I cut olanzapine 20 mg tabs in half?

I was prescribed 20 mg olanzapine on 9/25 and then changed to 10 mg on 9/27... can I cut the 20mg in half. (30 tabs) and if not, why not? very expensive... $238.98.. just to throw in trash?

Can you become dependent or will I suffer withdrawal from Klonopin after 4 days of 0.5mg per day?

I have recently been prescribed Klonopin (generic) 0.5 mgs, with the instruction of taking one-half (1/2) twice daily, for a total daily amount of 0.5 mgs. I want to stop for a day or so to clean my system. * (I understand that I should discuss all dosing decisions with my P/C Dr) I am severely... read more

Anti-fungal Creams: OTC vs prescription?

I had a fungal infection (ringworm) on the back of my hands and began using OTC 1% clotrimazole for 1 month. That didn't work and my doctor prescribed me 2% ketoconazole. Within 1 week, the infection subsided dramatically. Why is ketoconazole prescribed? Is it a stronger anti-fungal cream? Thanks.

Can tramadol come in white capsules?

I have a prescription of 50mg tramadol. They usually are green and yellow capsules. The ones I have now are an off white colour with black print. Is this OK?

Extreme fatigue on Buspirone?

I am currently taking Zoloft 200 once a day for anxiety and depression and 0.5 Xanax as needed. My doctor prescribed me Buspirone two weeks ago because she wants me to get off the Xanax. I am taking 1/2 a tablet twice a day and am experiencing extreme tiredness and can’t make myself get off the c... read more

What is difference between Mirtazapine and Clonazepam?

I've been prescribed for sleep. I tried one for awhile and then the other. Right now, I believe the Mirtazapine helps me sleep better. Can you help me with the difference on these two. Thank you

I have a prescription for ondansetron ODT 4mg tablets from July 2014?

is it safe to take one if I feel nausea? It is Jan 1, 2018