Prescription Questions (Page 52)

Cyproheptadine - prescribed or over-the-counter?

Is Periactin (cyproheptadine) an over-the-counter drug or does it have to be prescribed by your doctor?

Medrol Dosepak - After finishing the 6 day regimen, how long will the relief from pain last?

I am on day 4 and have a pain level of 5 for the first time in months. This allows me to at least function. How long can I expect this to last after finishing the prescription?

My first 2 weeks on Lexapro 10mg. Feel good but getting headaches and want to take an imatrex?

Is imatrex ok? my Doc. prescribed them both at the same time but after reading the interactions I'm a bit nervous. Thanks!

Wellbrutrin XL Expired 7/2012, is it safe?

Hi everyone, I have a bottle of Wellbrutrin XL that I was prescribed years ago that expired in 2012. I never took it because I was scared of the side effects. Now the my depression is worse I really need it and I can't wait until May (which is how soon I can schedule to see my doc) to get a new... read more

I am diabetic and my dr prescribed azithromycin in case my tooth gets infected while on vacation. I?

... took the first dose last night due to a possible abscess tooth. Today my sugar reading was quite high 245. Can Azithromycin cause this?

Can triamcinolone acetonide cream USP, 0.1% be used to treat blepharitis?

My eye doctor prescribed it for my eyes.

Is there a way to prevent weight gain while on mirtazapine?

My doctor prescribed an initial dose of mirtazapine 7.5 to help with insomnia & long term general anxiety. My hope is that it will help me to wean off Xanax extended release (1 - 2 mg daily). Has anyone been successful in using this to help wean themselves off Xanax. Also, for me weight gain is not... read more

Is Zofran habit-forming? How long will it stay in my system?

I decided not to fill the prescription , because it affected my anxiety. Is it ok to not take after only one pill

I was prescribed 20 mg prednisone tablets for 7 days for a rash. Today was my last dose. How long?

... will it take to leave my system?

If I have run out of 100mg of sertraline can I take 2x 50mg as my prescription wasn't ready?

What is Prazosin and why was it prescribed for my cat?

My cat spent overnight at the Vet clinic for a urinary blockage. When he was released, he was prescribed two medications. Metacam and Prazosin. I have been able to find info on Metacam but nothing for Prazosin. I would really like to know what I am giving this to my cat and why. I know I should... read more

Can Prednisone help with my loss of smell?

I had a severe sinus infection that was treated with a nose spray but now gone; but now I cannot smell anything and food taste very bland. Seen my Doctor and he prescribe Prednisone; just want to know if it can help me regain my sense of smell and taste back.

Estrace Vaginal Cream - Measring device question?

My prescription says to use 0.5 (1/2) gram twice per week. The measuring device does not have 1/2 gram on it. Do I just guess at the amount in the applicator? The applicator just has 1,2,3,4 gram markings.

How Long does Paxil 20mg stay in your system?

I took 20mg of paxil last night..My prescription has been misplaced. How long will last nights dose stay in my system necause I can't get anymore until the morning missing tonights dose.

Levitra expiration??

back in 2010 i got prescribed levitra due to man problems i had 6 pills 2 of which i took but after completely forgetting about them years ago until yesterday i was cleaning some drawers i found them the expiration date 2011 but the pills have always been in complete darkness never any light they... read more