Drug Questions (Page 22)

Orlistat - No gallbladder. Can I still use Alli?

HI Friends I just need to shed only 8 Kg, and am very excited to start this drug,however my gallbladder has been removed few years back, Can i still use this drug? also there was a comment on this site about Some people having issues with Liver and Kidney after using this drugs, any comments... read more

Can different brand drugs work differently?

I know this may sounds like a silly question because I am sure they are all the same but I have been taking lamotrigine Lamictal from GSK for my epilepsy and they have been making my fits worse. At 75mg I was having them every night and even in the day (which never happens to me) and then I... read more

Taking 25 mg losartan for 10 years and hair is thinning more during past year?

I am 68 years old and have been on losartan, 25 mg over 10 years. I tolerate the drug well. However I note increased more thinning of my hair top and sides during the past year. It may be genetic (alopecea) but I am wondering if it is also due to the losartan. Hesitant to change medications. Blood... read more

Hydroxyzine - Does Vistaril show up as a Xanax on a drug screen?

Does Vistaril show up as aprazolam in a drug screen since they both are treatments for anxiety?

Want to stop pregabalin?

Hello. I'm new to this group. I have been taking pregabalin for a small fibre neuropathy as a result of a chemotherapy drug I was given many years ago. I take 150mg twice a day. I was originally on 100mg be but increased it last summer when the pain got worse. Although the medication has helped... read more

Is fenofibrate a "statin" drug?

Do the newer blood thinners cause hair loss?

my 40 year old daughter has been on comadin for about 20 years. her hair gets thinner & thinner.she is overweight & has drug & Alcohol problems plus Mental problems too. sometimes she does very good but acourse she falls off the wagon. if the newer blood thinner do not cause hair thinning, this... read more

Interaction - metoprolol and amitriptyline?

I get migraines, and tension headaches daily. I am switching from a beta blocker to an antidepressant. My doctor neglected to inform me about whether or not the drugs interact to guess its probably fine but I want to make sure. Currently, I take 50mg metoprolol which I will starting weaning off... read more

I need more information about ACC Akut, a drug manufactured in Germany?

Hello. I received an order of ACC Akut. All of the instructions are in German and now I am wondering whether or not this will give me relief from phlegm as indicated on the web site where I ordered it and what other side effects it may have. The dosage of each tablet is 600mg. Thank you Marshall

Does Wellbutin cause a false positive for methamphetamine in a urine drug screen?

Does Wellbutin cause a false positive for methamphetamine in a urine drug screen?

Is metaxalone an opioid?

What drug class is metaxalone in?

How is it after stopping Victoza? Any further ideas on the possible Pancreatic inflammation?

Two main side effects are weight loss and possible Pancreatic Inflammation, or possible Thyroid cancer! I'm curious to know how is it working after we stop the drug: is it sustainable? Also, any instances of pancreatic inflammation? What was the solution for that?

What is the best way to stop taking Protonix after using for 3 years?

I have been on Protonix for 3 years and read it is not good to just stop taking this drug. What is the safest way to get off of Protonix after this length of time?

Metformin - What are the effects on sexual activity in mature males?

Will this drug reduce my sex drive and having erections. I have heard that diabetes can cause this and that this drug adds to the problem.

Side effects of long term use: cyclobenzaprine 10mg?

What are the side effects for long term use of this drug? I’ve been on it for 30+ years for muscle spasms associated with my fibromyalgia. I’ve had ringing in the ears for the last few years that I thought was Tinnitus, but now I’m not sure. What can you tell me?