Allergies Questions (Page 4)

Metformin Allergy?

I'm pre-diabetic, and I've been this way many years. So as a precaution my Dr gave me Metformin 500 mg. On the 3rd day I had an allergic reaction. I was itchy all over, and I felt slightly short of breath for several hours. I've stopped taking it and those symptoms are gone. One... read more

Tramadol 50 mg tablet: is there any asprin or ibuprophen in this medication?

I have sever allergies to asprin and ibuprophen. I had back surgery l5s1 disc ectopy (sp? ) and still have much pain in lower back. Looking for a pain medication that will help releive the pain especially at night when I sleep. Looking to see if this is a good pain medication to ask my doctor about.

What type of allergy medication can I take with wellbutrin XL?

I also take Lexapro and Abilify along with the wellbutrin. My allergies are terriable right now and I want to take something but not certain whats okay to take.

How Long Can You Take Singulair (montelukast)?

My doctor in India prescribs it for 2 weeks (10mg/1 per day) & told me not to continue for more than 1-2 months? I see in this or various other user groups where people have been taking Singulair (montelukast) for many years continuously. I would like to continue Singulair (montelukast) more... read more

Adderall - weird side effects: super red hands, itchiness, some bumps?

... am having these weird side effects or i don't know what to call it?? About 25-30 minutes after i take the Adderall, I get super red hands, itchiness, some bumps (rash like)... etc... is this all normal? and has anyone ever experienced this before. i never had this problem with the medicine... read more

Benadryl Allergy - Does benedryl have any effect on blood sugar?

my daughter (an adult) started having a severe allergic reaction. I gave her 75 mg benadry My daughter is a type 1 diabetic

Smelling an odd citrus/perfume smell while on sulfameth/trimethoprim?

I have many drug allergies. I am suffering from a UTI, that keeps coming back every few weeks. They put me on bactrim and just like the last few times I tried taking it, I get this overwhelming citrus smell and taste. It is horrible! I told my Dr. about it when she told me she wanted me to take it.... read more

What is the difference between ephedrine and psuedoephedrine?

How are they related to amphetemines, and what do they do? I realize they are cold/allergy medication, but they are also used for diet appetite suppression. Just let me know how they are related, please?

Hydrocodone - Does Hydrocodon / Acetaminophen have codeine in it?

Can you take hydroxyzine and oxycodone?

If I been taking hydroxyzine 25 mg 2-3 times throughout the day for anxiety (usually every 4 hours), would it be safe to take an oxycodone 20mg at night time? Or how long after my last dose of hydroxyzine should I wait?

Over the Counter Medication for Pets

Is it safe to take one or two aleve twice a day for a few days?

Muscles in back are really aching/stiff. Two aleve help some but I want to take two twice a day until I can get to doctor. No allergies to asprin or rash etc. Advil didn't seem to help very much. My wife's Dr told her she could take three ADVIL every four hours when she had her dental... read more

How long before I see a difference? Day, week, month?

I was prescribed this medication for allergies. I am undergoing Allergy Therapy right now. My running nose and postnasal drip worsen after the therapy started. I was prescribed Xyzal 5mg one time daily.

Do not take armour thyroid if you are allergic to pork!

I was put on Armour Thyroid by my physician about 2 years ago even though I informed him that I had been diagnosed with a pork allergy. I did not realize that Armour Thyroid came from pigs. I developed some very unpleasant symptoms including a daily fever (101-103) every day for over seven... read more

Does omeprazole, used for acid reflux, contain Sulfa?

I have an allergy to Sulfa drugs. My dr prescribed me omeprazole for my acid reflux but I forgot to ask him if it contains Sulfa!!! Do you know?!