Prescription Questions (Page 60)

Can I open my clindamycin capsule and put the medicine on topically for acne cyst ?

Several months ago I had an infected tooth, Dentist prescribed clindamycin 300 mg capsules, I have a couple left. Right now I’m have broken out on my face. I have 2 huge cystic acne bumps that are very painful and deep below the skin. Our insurance doesn’t start until next month so I’m waiting to se... read more

Can I take acetaminophen PM and naproxen together?

I take acetaminophen pm at night to help me sleep at night and the doctor gave me a prescription for naproxen. Can I take them both?

Can I get Adderall refilled before 30 days of post script date is passed?

I was wondering if it were possible to get my Adderall XR (20 mg) prescription filled early due to going out of town for the next week. My Dr. gives me 3 months worth of written scripts with “do not fill until... ” dates. That date has passed quite some time ago (“Do not fill until April 28th.”) due... read more

Can I take losartan potassium 25mg with phentermine?

I am a 28 year old male, 6’3 300lbs. I am currently taking Losartan 25 MG 1 daily for hypertension. My PCP just prescribed me with phentermine 37.5 MG for weight loss which also raises BP. Is it safe for me to take both medications together ? Should I increase the mg for my losartan?

Can you put a lidocaine patch on my chest?

Can I put a prescribed lidocaine patch on my left chest area where I am having the most pain?

How many pens needed for 26 units a day? I have the Lantus SoloStar pen 100 units/ml (u-100). 3 ml?

... prefilled pen. Dr prescribed 15 boxes and pharmacist gave me 5 saying the 5 pens should last 57 days taking 26 units. I do not calculate it the same

Scared to take Prozac 10 mg?

My therapist prescribed me 10mg Prozac for my anxiety. I have had horrible anxiety for years and have finally gotten so sick of it I decided it was time to get help. However, after reading about all the size effects I am terrified to take Prozac. I tried Celexa for about 4 days, but it gave me the... read more

How many days should I stop taking mirtazapine before drinking alcohol?

Hello. I have just been prescribed today mirtazapine (15mg) as I struggle to sleep. I have been instructed to take one tablet per night before bed. I know this drug can increase drowsiness and increase the effects of alcohol while taken together, but I was wondering if I could drink alcohol at all?... read more

LDN IR 50 mg naltrexone for weight loss?

My doctor prescribed 50 mg naltrexone for weight loss. I have read that LDN is usually prescribed for weight loss so now I'm afraid to take the 50 mg. I haven't taken any yet. Is 50 mg OK for weight loss? Should I ask doc for LDN instead?

Does taking acetazolamide cause an output of cloudy urine?

This is my first time taking this medication. My doctor has prescribed it for a period of two weeks to help bring down the pressure in my eyes, caused by using prednisone for Iritis. I took one 250mg tablet around 11am yesterday and woke this morning around 6am to cloudy urine. I have no other... read more

How late the night before a 2:30 pm colonoscopy can I take the 1st dose of Suprep? I won’t be able

... to start at 6 pm as prescribed

Does Wellbutrin make you gain weight?

I've been put on many different medications for anxiety and manic depression and most of them made me gain weight or make me feel even more depressed, my new doctor prescribed me Wellbutrin today so I'm taking 150mg xl for 7 days and then after that 300 mg every day. My question is, does it make... read more

I had a beer 7 hours ago. Will I get sick if I start my Flagyl?

I picked up my prescription of Flagyl 500 mg today. I was supposed to start it tonight but 7 hours ago I had a Leinenkugel's beer. I weigh 109lb. I'm afraid I'm going to get sick. Should I wait longer than 7 hours and maybe take it in the morning?

Has anyone been prescribed gabapentin for interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as painful...

... bladder syndrome? I have been dealing with IC since 1995. I am going to ask my doctor about gabapentin. I just wanted to know if anyone can share their experience with taking this medication. I started a blog to share my story, and hopefully, support others who are dealing with IC or a chronic... read more

I was prescribed meclizine. I tested positive for benzodiazepines. How is this possible?