Prescription Questions (Page 69)

Low cortisol levels and clonazepam?

My cortisol levels are low. Borderline low around 5. I don't take any medication for that, but recently due to high frequency of my panic attacks, I was prescribed 0.5mg clonazepam on use when necessary basis. It is for sure effective in breaking the panic attack but could it be affecting my... read more

I'm prescribed lisinopril and I take it daily and I'm also prescribed alprazolam but I'm scared.

How long should I wait to take my Xanax after I've stopped taking my blood pressure medicine lisinopril?

Adderall Drug Shortage, where can I get my prescription filled?

... I’ve been on the same medication and dose for over 10 years. Recently however, I have not been able to fill my prescription or even find a pharmacy who will order it for me. It’s frustrating to say the least and it’s having a big impact on my quality of life. Any advice or suggestions is great... read more

Can I use 2 doses of Trelegy 100 in place of 1 dose of 200?

I got my script for 100 just before my prescription was changed and I can't return it.

Difference between 2 pills?

I recently switched from one pharmacy to another and got a new refill of my existing prescription. My old prescription was sertraline I G 212 (https://www.drugs.com/imprints/i-g-212-15362.html ) and my new one is L U 201 (https://www.drugs.com/imprints/l-u-d01-12767.html ). Is there a substantial... read more

Fluvoxamine - experiencing mania as a side effect as well as a withdrawal symptom?

Decreasing dose for good after being prescribed high doses in 2019. Mania has always been a part of the effects, but I did not know how to recognize it. Irritation aside that it wasn’t identified despite being observed by professionals, I feel like there’s a strong reason to decrease the medication ... read more

How can I treat a sore throat at home?

What do I need to know about Medications/Vaccinations before I Travel?

Does Casodex work the same way as Xtandi?

I have stage 4a metastatic prostate cancer, where tumors have been found outside my prostate in lymph nodes in my lower abdomen. I was prescribed Casodex about a year ago and 30 days later was changed to Lupron and Xtandi. My PSA levels have responded well, but I lost my private insurance (and my... read more

Do flecainide and diltiazem work together?

I was prescribed both meds. I was on diltiazem for a month and flecainide for 4 days. I'm still in AF and shortness of breath is worse. I know they are both antiarrhythmic but they are not working. What is the point?

Does is safe to take buspar with mirtazapine?

Greetings, today I had an appointment with the psychiatrist and he prescribed buspar 5mg twice a day for anxiety, but it worries me because I take 15mg of mirtazapine and 2mg of lorazepam to sleep and it appeared to me on the Internet that it is not good to mix buspar with mirtazapine. Is it safe... read more

I was wondering if anyone has taken Elavil for abdominal pain from IBS?

I was just prescribed it, 10 mg to start, and before bedtime. I tried it last summer but stopped it because I developed diarrhea. My current doc said to try it again. I always seem to get whatever side effects are reported in the gastro category. So I'm not looking forward to this as I'm already... read more

I have taken pantoprazole for 2 days and feel dizzy does this go away with time or stay until you go

I have taken pantoprazole for 2 days and feel dizzy does this go away with time or stay until you go off it? I was prescribed it because I was having chest pains that mimicked my recent heart attack and angioplasty, and Cardiologist said to trial the medication to manage the chest pain

Zanaflex Side Effect: Hearing Loss?

I was just prescribed Zanaflex for muscle cramps related to my attempting to walk again after severely breaking my ankle and wearing a cast for two months. As commonly experienced, I feel sleepy after taking a dose. However, I also experience hearing loss in both ears after taking a dose. The... read more

How to stop buprenorphine/naloxone and start Percocet?

My pain management doctor prescribed buprenorphine/naloxone sublingual film 8. 2 and gabapentin 900 mg a day in January 2023 for chronic back pain. I was taking tramadol prior to that. Since April I have been experiencing anxiety attacks. He has lowered the gabapentin to 300mg a day. He suggested... read more