Doctor Questions (Page 21)

Can a change in my Levothyroxine dose cause nausea?

I've had hypothyroidism for years and have taken Levothyroxine. In November 2014, my blood work showed my level was 20 and out of the normal range, so my doctor changed my dosage from 112 to 137. I've been taking that for 6 weeks now, and for about the last 4 weeks, I've experienced... read more

Is it normal for your heart to slow down on valium when taking it to stop an ativan withdrawal?

My doctor told me if was safe to take 10mg of valium till my ativan gets renewed at the end of the month.. i was hesitant till I starting getting panic attacks massively. I just took 5mg instead of 10mg. I haven't takes valium in a few years and wondering if it's normal to slow your heart... read more

Adult ADHD - I take Adderall XR 30mg, it no longer works for me. I thought of increasing dose, but?

... doctor suggested stopping the medicine for a couple of weeks then restart. Stating that I was building up tolerance to the dose and stopping would allow me to not have the tolerance anymore. Not sure I can handle doing this with my job etc. Any thoughts? Please advise!

Will the crying ever stop I'm currently on Zoloft 100 MG?

I have been on this medicine for a while and each time I take it seems like its not working what can I ask my doctor to prescribe me so I won't feel so bad I cry every day and it makes my aneixty bad please help

Bacterial vaginosis - is cottage cheese like discharge normal, taking metronidazole?

On day 2 of metronidazole vaginal gel for bacterial vaginosis and when the gel is coming out there is cottage cheese like discharge.. is this normal? I know it says it could cause a yeast infection but I didn't know if this is just the infection clearing out or if I need to call my doctor..... read more

Why don't Doctors want to prescribe Soma anymore for a muscle relaxant?

What type of doctor can prescribe Adderall? Do I need to have a Psychiatrist or can my family MD?

How long does Propranolol take to work for anxiety?

I'm a 24 year old female! A few months back I had a panic attack every since then I have struggled with anxiety and worrying about every little thing! My doctor just put me on this new medication propranolol. I take 10ml 3x a day. I would like some more info about how its helped others and how... read more

How to wean off of gabapentin? Can not get an answer from the doctor?

How can I come off gabapentin safely? I have take 300mgs 3 times a day. I don't like how I feel on them and have been on them for 2 months. Any help would be appreciated.

How long should I give Linzess a chance to work before stopping it?

My doctor prescribed 145 mg Linzess over a month ago. The first week, it seemed to completely empty by bowels on the 2nd day but after that I am lucky if it works one day a week. I also take a fiber supplement, drink a lot of water, exercise daily and run 10 miles on the weekend. I am experiencing... read more

What do I do if Monistat 3 doesn't work right away?

I had a UTI about a month ago and took antibiotics that were prescribed to me by my doctor. My symptoms for UTI had gone away but a few days later I had an intense itch that wouldn't go away. I contacted my doctor and she advised me to take Monistat 3. Yesterday was the final dosage and my... read more

I was prescribed tramadol 50mg for pain and was told that I could take 800mg of ibuprofen?

I have a horrible pain in my left hip, went to see my doctor and told me it was a muscle pain, she advice to take tramadol with a combination of ibuprofen but I have not found any relief. Has anyone taken 100 mg of tramadol and felt better?

What is a good Adderall starting dose?

I am 20 years old, and was just diagnosed with ADHD. My doctor prescribed me 20mg Adderall IR twice a day. The first few days were really good. I had a lot of energy, and was really focused. After the third day I started to feel really tired, drowsy, and irritated with everything. I'm not too... read more

So, what happens if I drink a glass of wine with my antidepressant?

Does it counteract the good effects I could be getting, as far as addressing the anxiety/depression? My doctor told me it would be fine.

Switching from Zoloft to Pristiq?

I have been on Zoloft for almost 8 years and the drug doesn't work for my panic disorder anymore, i guess my body has built up a tolerance over time. Anyway my doctor is weaning me off Zoloft and starting me on Pristiq.. has anyone done this? I am so petrified i will lose it when changing... read more