Medication Questions (Page 30)

Is propranolol effective for anxiety ?

I am currently taking 40mg propranolol twice daily but not feeling much of an effect from it. Also I am taking 10mg citalopram but looking to stop the medication with approval from my local gp. I am wondering if the propranolol will reduce the anxiety from coming off citalopram as I have not... read more

Recommended anxiety medication?

I have anxiety and depression but the medicine my doctor prescribed doesn't work

Morbidly Obese - I have a Dissected Aorta, Congestive Heart Failure, and Naturally occurring AFIB?

... Arterial AFIB condition. I explained to my Doctor the Phentermine does not effect my appetite for a very long time period. One pill ingested in the early AM with my other medications will only suppress my appetite for a few hours. The rest of the day I am left craving food. My Doctor refuses to... read more

What is the best time of day to take Metamucil?

I take thyroid medicine the first thing in the morning, wait an hour, eat breakfast, and then take prescription medications. I also take prescription medications at 4:00 p.m. and bedtime.

Does clonazepam cause Alzheimer's?

I was prescribed clonazepam by my psychiatrist (I was sent to her as my primary care doctor wasn't comfortable with prescribing some of the medications I was taking). I broke my back and had three surgeries to try and help the pain (didn't help much). My primary care doctor prescribed 60mg of... read more

Wegovy - I am undecided about using weight loss medication. Help me out please?

I am 71 and overweight. I gained a lot after taking antidepressants and have not been able to take it off. I do not overeat, but I also do no exericise. I am short of breath and it is difficult to walk so I would love to loose weight. My hair is already thin. My insurance will pay for weight loss... read more

What is the best time to take Norvasc, morning or bedtime?

Was recently put on 5mg Norvasc I want to know what other users have found to be the optimal time to take this medication, I work full time and don't want side effects to interfere with my work

Why does Glucosamine and Chrondritin not to be taken if you are overweight?

I would say I am overweight, but have two conditions, one in my spine one in my knee and am taking this to assist with my condition. But upon reading the info on this medication, it says not to take if you are overweight. Something about sugar. So, why is this? Does it put weight on you or inhibit... read more

Benzodiazepine Withdrawal - Over the past 2 years I have successfully tapered off 3 medications.

200mg sertraline, 400 mg Lamictal, and 60 mg of Latuda with very few problems. Four weeks ago I started a taper off clonazepam. I have been on the drug for 10 years daily. 9 years at 1mg daily then increased to 2 during a particularly tough period. My first decrease was by 0.5 mg as instructed by... read more

I have not seen this side effect from losartan in discussion/FAQs?

I take 25mg of losartan twice daily. It seems to have a diuretic effect on me, but my doctor says there is no diuretic in the medication; that it simply takes extra liquid out of the kidneys. So why do I urinate more when I take losartan? This is not a new development. It has always been this way... read more

Can I take gabapentin AS NEEDED for anxiety attacks?

I read on here that this is a medication that must build up in your system first but I am not interested in taking it all the time. My doc prescribed me this for my horrible panic disorder and I haven't tried it yet. So if I just pop one whenever I'm feeling anxious, will it work? Thanks

Gabapentin for fear of driving?

Has anyone used Gabapentin or any other medications for fear of driving, and if so what medications and dosages have worked for you?

Do probiotics interfere with heart medication?

Vyvanse confidence and stress?

So, I 'm sure you all have seen my postings the past month. I really do have a seriouse question that I think is effecting my life and not sure if it's good or bad. Since I started this medication, 50 mg, my energy levels are back, Ive been working 2 jobs to get extra money but it was hell before... read more

How Can I Treat Muscle Strain or Pain?