Medication Questions (Page 3)

What medications cause dry mouth?

Is weight gain inevitable on Depakote?

I will be starting the medication next week and am terrifed of gaining weight. I'm on the hearvier side which has a lot to do with my depression, anxiety, negative self-image, mood swings etc. If I eat healthy and exercise, what are the chances that I will gain weight? In other words, does it... read more

Relief from Klonopin withdrawals; weaning from Klonopin?

I've been on klonopinfor the better part of a year, and the last week I've been forcibly taken off the medication as a result of not counting the meds and finishing them too soon (before they would let me get a refil). As a result I've been experiencing very strong withdrawals... read more

Is your thyroid medication gluten-free?

What medications can cause hair loss?

Delsym 12 Hour Cough Relief. Can I give a small dose of this medicine to my child?

I don't have any other cough syrup in the house and want to know if my 5 1/2 year old (she weighs 40 lbs) can take a 1/2 or 1/4 teaspoon of this medication?

What treats Bubonic Plague?

Which antibiotics treats bubonic Plague? What drug treats bubonic plague?

Mirtazapine and weight gain?

I have seen a lot of post on the internet about mirtazapine and weight gain. Saying that the medication it self puts wright on you. How can a tablet do that? Surley it is what you eat? I can understand that the med can increase your appetite, so if you eat healthly then you shouldnt put weight on?... read more

Trazodone - Does this medication make anyone extremely hungry?

I've been taking this medication for the past 3ish years, started at 50mg and now I take 100mg, I too, feel like I am apart of the walking dead the next day, but as soon as I take the medication at night time, I feel like there is a monster inside of me that needs to be fed. I get STARVING,... read more

Can a pharmacist ask for a diagnosis and refuse to fill prescription?

Can a pharmacist ask what your diagnosis is and say she won't fill script until doctor calls and tells her the diagnosis and why you take the medication. It was for 90 vicodin Es that aren't abused and only prescribed by one pain management doctor. Isn't there some privacy law and... read more

Is there any over the counter medications or remedies for depression and anxiety?!?

I'm a soldier and I have been suffering with depression and anxiety for at least 8 years. I could not ask for professional help because it will affect my career so bad; It may even terminate my career. I have been just wondering if there is an over the counter medication for depression and/or... read more

Males- Does Cymbalta affect your sex drive?

My boyfriend began taking 60mg of Cymbalta daily about 3 weeks ago after trying several other medications for severe migraines. It worked wonders and completely changed his attitude! He was much more outgoing, no anxiety or mood swings and hasn't had a migraine since- BUT he totally lost his... read more

Why do I get sleepy after taking Vyvanse or Adderall?

I am currently on Vyvanse 60 Mg Cap for Adult ADHD without hyperactivity. I have been on Adderall in the past. My other medications include Fluoxetine for depression and Etodolac for arthritis. My question is, why do I get sleepy after taking Vyvanse or Adderall? They are both amphetamines and... read more

Viibryd- My experience a year on it and now coming off of it?

Hi everyone! Since I too came here looking for advice and wanted to hear an honest opinion of people taking Viibryd before I began taking the medication a year ago, I wanted to share my experience with others so they could gain some perspective from a non-doctor and normal gal going through many of... read more

What to do when your insurance won't cover Saxenda and you can't afford $1200 per month?

My Insurance doesn't cover Saxenda but I would really like to try it but I can't afford the $1200 per month for the cost of the medication. I have tried every weight loss program / pill without successful results. I have also tried to appeal to the insurance company without results. Any... read more