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Lexapro question? Concern about weight gain?
Hi. I was just prescribed lexapro by my doctor and therapist. I've never had good luck in the past with ssri's so I'm nervous about trying it. The major concern is the weight gain. I've read so much stories that it concerns me. I'm working to lose weight not gain. Can anyone offer me honest... read more
Effexor XR - Venlafaxine and weight gain/loss?
Hi there Mi have been on sertraline for 2 years, I have just weaned off them on the advice from the doctor and she has prescribed me venlafaxine. I was wondering if anyone had experienced weight gain or loss with this AD? Sertraline caused a huge weight gain and ideally I want an AD that isn't... read more
Why was Midrin taken off the market?
I have a Traumatic Brain Injury(TBI) Midrin was the only medication that helped and it has been taken off the market why? I was informed last week when My Doctor okayed again my refill that Midrin was taken off the market? Why? This is the only medication that has helped me for 2 years with my... read more
My doctor just prescribed Gabapentin, for my back & leg pain, I am terrified of taking this drug?
I have problems with taking drugs at all. I had back surgery years ago & now that I am 61 years old my back has gotten worst. I just started with leg pain & spasms and now the doctor wants me to try Gabapentin before he gets more x-rays & MRI. Wouldn't it be better to get test first? I don't want... read more
I have had thick mucus for a long time. Mucinex D is the only thing that keeps my sinuses clear. I?
... take as directed but on a continuous basis. Nothing else has helped and I have been to many doctors. Are there any long term affects?
What time at night should I take Lyrica?
My doctor wants me to try it again at the low 50mg at night,but not sure how fast it will work. I have sleep disorder an cant go to sleep on my own since auto accident,plus I have fibromyalgia,arthritis,CFS,nerve pain,severe back/neck pain,just to name a few. So I need help to sleep so body can get... read more
Has anyone switched from Effexor XR to Luvox/Lexapro/Zoloft, how did you find it?
Has anyone switched from Effexor to any of these three other meds? If yes, what did you experience? How are you doing now? I was diagnosed with GAD, but my new doctor believes OCD is really the cause most of my issues. Thanks!!
Time released vs. Immediate released?
I am a bit confused. My doctor gave me 15mg Oxycodone HCL which from my research is oxycottin? Which from my understanding is the same as percocet, just without the acetaminophen and it's time released. Correct? Here is where I am really confused, I was originally taking 10/325 oxycodone... read more
How long will it take to pass a 5mm kidney stone with flomax?
I have 2 x 5mm kidney stones, one on each side. I was first put on Doxazosin, but that did not pass either of them so my doctor switched me to Flomax. I just took my second dose but I was wondering if anyone knew about how long it will take to pass them? I have only had random pains, nothing severe... read more
How do I stop taking 25mg. of Seroquel at night?
My doctor wants me to stop and says that I can just stop as it is the lowest dose. I wondered if there would be any effects from stopping suddenly. Thanks.
Gabapentin Experience?
I am have bad anxiety, panic attacks and depression and have tried 3 different SSRIs, all of which made me feel MORE anxious and crazy. My doctor suggested this med. Can anyone tell me the difference in the experience of taking this vs. an SSRI? I am hoping it has an immediate calming affect with... read more
Effexor for 7 years, Switching to Wellbutrin...KNOCKS ME OUT!!! ANYONE ELSE??
The doctor is weaning me off of Effexor XR slowly. 37.5 mg removed... Adding 75mg Buproprion 2x per day.. Have taken Effexor Xr 225mg for 7+ years, but have been suffering from MDD for most of my life. Have only been on meds a couple days, but I read time and time again that I'd have energy but... read more
How soon can I get pregnant while being on cabergoline pill ?
I been taking 1 pill of cabergoline every three days and once I started it I was on my period for a month very heavy I was scared that I was losing a lot of blood my doctor said that's normal So now my period is gone thanks god I am not bleeding no more I was wondering what are the chance of me... read more
Is there any doctor out there that can treat burning mouth syndrome?
I don't care if I have to go to another country for treatment, I'm at wit's end with this burning mouth.
Can I spend time in the sun when I'm on prednisone?
My doctor prescribed prednisone for a rash that I have. It's low dose and short term.