Prescription Questions (Page 37)

Hydrochlorothiazide - how much water should I drink a day while using this pill?

i was prescribed hydrokchlorothiazide 12.5mg once a day..i want to know if i should drink alot of water or not?im really confused

Adderall has kept me up for 2 nights. Now I have work. What should I do?

A few days ago my doctor prescribed me 10 mg of adderall xr. I was told I could take either one or two pills in the morning. The first day I took one pill and slept fine. The second day I took one and only got four hours of sleep. The day after that (yesterday) I had off work so I decided to see... read more

Does Lamictal Affects Hormone Levels?

Greetings, I started Lamictal a couple of weeks ago as an add on to Wellbutrin XR. I also believe I was prescribed Lamictal as mood stabilizer as well since I’m titrating my dose up every 2 weeks. Next time I see my pdoc my dosage will be increase to 100 mg. (unless I opt out on increasing... read more

I am taking Nexium 40mg Can it bring about Bloating of Stomach?

Also slight Vertigo But Bloating of Stomach very prominent Taking Nexium 40mg daily by Prescription

Fluconazole - Is it okay to take the second dose after the 72 hour mark?

I went to the doctor and they prescribed me Fluconazole for a yeast infection. They gave me two 150mg. I took one the day I got the prescription and it said that if the symptoms haven't disappeared fully, then to take the second tablet in. 72 houes if needed. It is not Sunday night, I took the... read more

Is it safe to take Ativan(lorazepam) together with Latuda(lurasidone)?

My son is diagnosed with Bipolar 1 disorder and he also has serious anxiety problem. He has been prescribed to Ativan (take as needed) to treat his anxiety problem for a long time. Recently, his doctor changed his medication regime to Lithium (1500mgs/day) + Latuda (120mg/day) to treat his bipolar... read more

Do I need to see a doctor each time I need a new prescription for Vyvanse?

My doctor's office claims that federal law mandates that I must make an appointment each time my prescription runs out in order to get a new one. I have been taking medications for ADHD for 12 years and have had this problem before. Yet I have a friend who takes Concerta and does not need to... read more

What time to take trazodone for insomnia?

Please help! I have been prescribed 50 mg trazodone for insomnia. It takes me hours to fall asleep. Doctor told me to take it an hour before bed. For the past 4 nights I've taken it at 7pm. Felt tired by 8pm and go to bed. Then I'm laid there for 3 hours until I drift off? I wake in the... read more

Sertraline - how long after the expiration can you still use your prescription?

I just was prescribed terbinafine and I know it say don't drink alcohol beverage while taking it so?

... what if I don't take the medicine on the weekend only will that be okay and just take the medicine on the days I don't drink or just stop drinking until I get my toes clear

Can long term prescription Adderall use for ADHD cause brain fog?

I have been diagnosed ADHD since I was 14, I am 24 now and I have been on medication since diagnosed. I started on Adderall, then moved to Vyvanse for the benefits of the continuous even release. When the new healthcare system came into place my insurance won't cover Vyvance even though my... read more

I have a bad tooth ache and was prescribed Amoxicillin 500 mg but ita not working?

The pain just keeps getting worse and my gums are swelled all around my tooth. What is another strong antibiotic that I could ask the dentist for?

Best time if day to take valtrex?

My doc has prescribed Valtrex 500 mg. once a day for suppression of cold sores and shingles. It seems to work but gives me a headache for several hours after i take it so I'm having trouble figuring out the best time of day to take it. Can anyone comment on what works for you?

Do any prescription or over-the-counter drugs thin the blood and cause bruising (age 50+) ?

I recently had hip replacement surgery and was on 325 mg. of aspirin twice daily. My bruising and thin skin became so fragile that I tore my skin at the slightest bump. Now I am finished with the aspirin treatment, but my thin skin still bruises easily and tears as well. I look very much like an... read more

My adderall 30mg xr is not working?

I've been prescribed adderall 30mg xr and it worked only the first day. I've been taking it for a week and half. I feel tired always have headaches and feel Nauseous I was just wondering what reason do you think why this adderall is not working for me?