Doctor Questions (Page 36)

Effexor XR (venlafaxine) 225mg?

My doctor has just increased my Effexor XR (venlafaxine) to 225mg, I find that every time there is a increase I suffer more anxiety and agitation,Is this normally what happens when this drug is increased. Any feedback would be really helpful. Thanks

Doctor changed my Adderall quantity and dosage instructions but he put a “do not fill until...

... October 7th"

Propranolol/anxiety/panicked attacks?

The doctor in A&E prescribed me 10mg twice a day. I’ve not taken it yet because the doctor said to take it when I start to feel a bit better as I still feel a bit dizzy and they can make me more dizzy. Is this medication good? For anxiety and panic attacks? also does this medication... read more

Trintellix - Worsening symptoms on vortioxetine?

I was using escitalopram for about 3 years had no problems the occasional little bit of anxiety then one day it just stoped working for me then my doctor prescribed me vortioxetine I have been taking this for just a little over 2 weeks and it’s giving me headaches and worsening my anxiety is... read more

Generic buprenorphine brands?

My doctor just recently made me switch pharmacies. The manufacturer of the buprenorphine I was taking was teva. I had no problems with it whatsoever. Now I’m stuck with Rhodes . This medication is no where near as effective. I cannot locate the teva brand anywhere else. Does anyone have a... read more

Cymbalta - Cymbalta isn’t working that great and it’s hell to come off.

I hate taking a shower due to depression and I don’t even know what to try. I wish my doctor never put me on this.

If I am Lactose Intolerant or Lactose Allergic, are there Medications I should Avoid?

What do I need to know about Drug Interactions?

I just started taking Wellbutrin 150mg XL prescribed by my doctor 18 days ago for MDD . I was taking

... venlafaxine for a few years which worked great but caused sexual impotence so I’ve recently moved to Wellbutrin XL 150 mg in the morning. My question is how long does it take for the side effects ( Nausea headache , trouble concentrating , agitation , anxiety ) to subside ? Thanks

I think I have an allergy to my antibiotic! What can I do to treat my infection?

Is it OK to take 10mg of lisinopril in the morning and 20mg at night? My BP has spiked and my...

... doctor recommended I increase the dose by taking 10mg in the morning, but I read the “dosage must remain the same.” What does that mean?

I have not seen this side effect from losartan in discussion/FAQs?

I take 25mg of losartan twice daily. It seems to have a diuretic effect on me, but my doctor says there is no diuretic in the medication; that it simply takes extra liquid out of the kidneys. So why do I urinate more when I take losartan? This is not a new development. It has always been this way... read more

My Doctor had me start using fluorouracil and said to apply it for 4 weeks?

The instructions that come with it says to stop using it when you reach the erosion stage? How do I identify the erosion stage or should I just follow my Doctors directions and apply it for the full 4 weeks?

Can Benadryl cause my liver function tests to become elevated?

My Doctor has recommended not taking Zrtec tabs prior to my next physical. I have a history of slightly elevated liver function results. He wants me to not take that or any pain medication prior to the tests. I want to know if taking benadryl would be a good alternative that wouldn't effect... read more

Hi! I am switching from Paxil to Pristiq. Has anyone here done the same?

I am on 60mg of Paxil. My doctor has told me to go down to 30mg of Paxil & start taking 50mg. of Pristiq. I am being weaned off of the Paxil. Has anyone else here done this & if so did you have any major problems?