Chronic Questions (Page 9)

Trokendi XR and weight loss?

I was just put on Trokendi XR for chronic migraines, starting at 25mg for a week then up to 50mg for a week, then 75mg for a week, then 100mg until I see my doctor next. I have read that it is the same thing as Topiramate or Topamax expect Trokendi is the extended release. Regarding one of the big... read more

Chronic cough lisinopril and atorvastatin?

In June my doctor prescribed metformin (750mg), atorvastatin (10mg) and lisinopril (2.5mg). It is now October and I have developed a debilitating chronic cough. Literature I've read points to both lisinopril and atorvastatin as causes. Are there alternatives I can take to eliminate the cough?

Restarting prednisone a second time after tapering?

I recently took prednisone in a burst pack for painful chronic sinusitis and had to continue a dose of about 5 mg a day for 3 weeks, for a total of 30 days on prednisone. Due to withdrawal symptoms I then had to taper for another week, working down to 1 mg a day and then done. So 5 weeks total on... read more

Can you take 6 years expired tramadol?

It was prescribed to be me six years ago due to chronic menstrual pain. The pills seem to be in good shape, they’re not discolored or crumbly. Can I take them?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - Are there any over the counter medications for COPD?

Liquid (cough syrup), capsule, pill - all non-prescription

Oxycodone/Acetaminophen 7.5-325?

Comparing Oxycodone/Acetaminophen 7.5-325 mg to Hydrocodone 10-325 mg, what is the difference for those of you who have tried both? I am currently in Hydrocodone 10-325 for chronic pain in back, neck, and muscles due to having Fibromyalgia a d Chronic Pain Syndrome. I also suffer from sciatica.... read more

Quetiapine - daytime over-sedation by seroquel?

300 mg at bedtime is helping my chronic, extreme insomnia, but the weak, fatigued feeling during the next day has me wondering if Seroquel is the med for me. If I persevere with this much Seroquel at night will the daytime sedation diminish or is it becoming time I ask my shrink for a different med?

Gabapentin vs buspirone for anxiety?

I was prescribed buspirone for chronic anxiety and panic Attacks . I was taking clonazepam and it Works well but most doctors don’t want people on it long term . So buspirone was prescribed. At first I was dizzy abs felt foggy and disconnected. After a few weeks it mostly went away but I... read more

Are there 10 mg pills of duloxetine or Cymbalta, in order to slowly reduce & eventually stop?

I have taken for many years for chronic pain & depression/anxiety.

What Vaccines do I need if I'm over 50?

How safe is tramadol to take with beta blockers and blood thinner meds?

I’m on beta blockers and blood thinners because of pacemaker insertion. Have chronic back pain and not sure about taking tramadol because of moderate side effects. Would only want to use it for 11 hour plane trips to help get through the flight.

Does naloxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) block the effects of benzodiazepines?

I’m currently taking buprenorphine/naloxone 8mg/2mg for chronic back pain prescribed by my pain management doctor. I am also taking Zoloft 50mg for anxiety and clonazepam for panic attacks also prescribed by pain management doctor. My new doctor told me that the naloxone will block any... read more

Chronic Back Pain - I'm looking for information about back pain caused by methotrexate please?

I take 12.5mg weekly of Methotrexate and I have a lot of lower back, left back and left hip pain. Any activity, including daily house chores, make it worse.

Pantoprazole - Can taking pantoprazole cause urinary tract infections?

I have had chronic UTIs since taking the drug and want to know if the drug is causing it.

Is 20 mg of Flexeril a common dose 3xday?

How many mg of Flexeril is safe? Is 20 mg PK for chronic pain and spasms? I take 10 mg 3x daily and don’t feel much relief. Is it common for doctors to prescribe 20 mg 2-3 times a day?