Medication Questions (Page 12)

Effexor - causing shakiness, nervousness, sweating so Dr increased dose, is this normal?

Hello all! I started Effexor XR one month ago at 75 mg. I went to my Doctor today because I've been having problems with shakiness, nervousness, sweating and sometimes just feel out of it. I thought maybe he would change the medication, instead he increased to 150mg. Is this normal? Has anyone had... read more

Is Propranolol affecting my Venlafaxine?

I have a question about depression medications. I have had major depression (and OCD) for over 15 years, and most Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors weren't helping me. Then my doctor prescribed me Venlafaxine, and it's been the most helpful drug I have ever taken. Venlafaxine is a Serotonin and... read more

Fioricet not working for headache, are you able to take 2 Excedrin (500 aspirin/500acetaminaphin)??

I'm prescribed Fioricet, Topamax and Robaxin for my headaches. Sometimes my medications. Some times they work and some times they don't, unfortunately and I'm not too sure why. I get tension in my neck muscles really bad and a lot (and I mean a lot) of pressure at the base of skull. My neurologists... read more

Has anyone had any experience with Naltrexone & alcohol consumption?

I know about the warnings but wondered if anyone has tried this or knows anyone that has? & how it affected them? I'd be grateful for any responses.

What medication is equal to lyrica?

Does abruptly stopping Zanaflex usually cause overall body pain or nausea?

I have been on 4mg of Zanaflex nightly for years as a preventative medication for migraines caused by TMJ and neck and shoulder soreness and stiffness. This weekend I ran out and probably cannot get more until Tuesday. I am having intense body pain (I rate it a "20"!) and nausea. No vomiting.... read more

I am currently taking 100 mg of trazodone at night?

... along with 15 mg of mirtazapine & 20 mg of paroxetine, to help with depression, anxiety and insomnia. My problem is that these medications are making me continually tired and extremely sleepy during the day. Is it possible that I just need to get used to these medications for the extreme... read more

Urinary Tract Infection - I get UTI's quite often as does my mom so my first question is if they can

... be hereditary? Wondering for the sake of my daughters. My second question is about medication for UTI's. I get them often, and as I'm sure many of you know, they are quite easy to self diagnose. So, my Dr gave me a prescription for Macrobid to keep on hand to take 1 after intercourse or to take... read more

What the best medication is for dementia or alzheimers is? Is seroquel appropriate for sleeplessness

My father is unable to sleep at night and becomes very agitated. He has dementia. Seroquel or risperdol are either appropriate to help with this issue.

What medications will cause heart flutters and irregular heart beat?

Have CRPS and have taken many meds over eth years - since on tramadol I ahve had heart flutters that now lead to racing heart, missing beats and it goes on for hours. I have no energy, feel faint and am totally exhausted doing nothing. Dr's say its a benign PVC - I did NOT have this before the... read more

Can I take Tramadol HCL while awaiting surgery?

I'm scheduled for a biopsy. no aspirin or pain relievers containing aspirin 7 days prior. Can I safely take Tramadol HCL 50MG for back pain?

Can I use Clobetasol Propionate in my mouth?

I have lichen planus and my dentist prescribed this medication for relief. Everything I read states do not use in the mouth. What is the best course of treatment for me?

Lorazepam - Does this medication make you feel weird or just relaxed. I am deathly afraid of flying?

I had a bad panic attach 13 years ago and felt trapped when they closed the door of the plane. I made it to California but didn't fly back, drove home. I am just as scared of feeling weird on the medication and being out of control as I am of flying. I am taking a trip in a few weeks and I was... read more

I've been taking one tylenol PM every night for a month, no other medications, is that bad?

I've been under a lot of stress and can't sleep well unless I take a pill. I only take one pill of tylenol PM normal strength since the end of January this year. I'm concerned with what this could do to my liver and if I should consider changing to another drug that does not contain acetaminophen.

Ritalin LA vs. Concerta (ER)?

After several attempts to find which ADHA medication that worked for my child, Ritalin LA 20 mg. did the trick (all the non-extended medications were wearing off around 1:00 PM). He takes one 20 mg. capsule at 7:20 AM with breakfast, has a good school day, and the medication is worn off around 4:30... read more