Doctor Questions (Page 52)

Which is higher in dosage,.75 or 0.075 in levothyroxine?

I was taking 1 mcg a day for about 15 years. The doctor cut the dosage to .75 for about 6 months, then it was changed to 0.075. I need to know if the dosage was lowered or raised.

Can You Drink Alcohol When You are Taking 10mg Nortriptyline Every Night?

I'm 27 and have been put on 10mg nortriptyline every night for migraine which I have suffered for over 18 years. My doctor said it is fine for me to drink alcohol but I am not sure as the medication leaflet said to avoid it as it can make you get drunk a lot quicker - I'm not sure whetjer this is... read more

Can I crush citalopram hbr 10mg tablet ?

hi my doctor prescribed me citalopram 10 mg tablets for anxiety, and depression however i can not swallow pills can i crush the tablet up and put it in jello ?

What does an ADHD blood test test for? Adderal?

I have been on the fence about getting tested for ADHD and finally i did, and my doctor said i showed all of the signs of ADHD all that i needed to do was do a blood sample to check on basic body levels and then he would give me a script for Adderal XR 10mg to start out. 3days/72 hours ish before i... read more

Allegra - I have chronic kidney disease. What are the issues with this drug and kidney disease?

Ferrous Fumarate - tingling, nausea and stiffness in hands and feet, what should I do?

After a low blood count test result 9.1 Haemoglobin, I took 3 Fersamal tablets per day for three months. Result 15.1 Haemoglbin. On Doctor's advice topped taking the tablets. After 3 months off the iron tablets a blood test showed Haemoglobin on 14.1 but Ferritin Levels (stores) only on 20%, so... read more

Drug Test - I have been seeing a doctor for a couple of years and have been on a weight loss program

... through his office this year. I had just started my second round of b12/lipotronic shots and phentermine a couple of weeks ago. Last friday when I showed up for my shot, they asked for a urine sample and charged me 65.00 that I didnt expect. Today I get a letter that they are dismissing me from... read more

I have asthma. Is it ok for me to take doxycycline?

Why is it important to tell my doctor I have asthma before taking doxycycline?

Escitalopram - When is the best time to take - morning or night?

I have been on Levoxyl 100mcg for 2 years. Since my mother died 2 years ago, I have be depressed, so I went to the doctor and he prescribed me on escitalopram 10 mg tablet. Will this have any effect on my thryoid medicine, and whenis the best time to take escitalopram. I take my thryoid at 6:30am... read more

Medication - I had been taking Naproxen for the last 4 months (2tabs/day) and recently developed?

... back pain. Should I call my doctor? I discontinued use and I never had any bleeding or other symptoms. What other meds can I use for anti-inflammatory? (Plantar fasciitis, ankle tendonitis)

Blood Test - What is C1?

My doctor is doing a blood test. He is an allergist.

Is cephalexin from 2010 still effective?

i cannot see a doctor now but i have a prior cephalexin prescription dated 2010. Is it still effective or safe?

Yasmin vs Qlaira: Which one has less side effects?

I am 22 years old and I've been using Yasmin for about 3 years now. (to help with acne and severe period pain). I spoke to my new doctor and he suggested that I change to Qlaira for better contraception (seeing that I am getting married in September) and to help me re-balace my weight. I gained... read more

Is Nifedipine 0.3% ointment for anal fissure safe to use in pregnancy?

I have a small anal fissure, and my doctor is treating it with Nifedipine 0.3% ointment. I am supposed to apply a pea sized amount to the anus 3 times a day during 6 weeks. I still have 5 weeks to go, but I plan to start trying to get pregnant immediately. Should I interrupt the treatment? I would... read more

Can metroprolol be detected during blood laboratory test?

I am currently undergo company medical check up, but i have a problem of raising heart rate at Blood pressure when i seing a doctor. If im at home my BP and HR are normal, before i undergo the check up i drink metroprolol to lower my heart rate. so in this regard Can metroprolol be detected during... read more