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Answer the following medication-related question: | when to start tamiflu | TAMIFLU is indicated for the treatment of acute, uncomplicated illness due to influenza A and B infection in patients 2 weeks of age and older who have been symptomatic for no more than 48 hours. 1.2 Prophylaxis of Influenza TAMIFLU is indicated for the prophylaxis of influenza A and B in patients 1 year and older. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | can i take vitamins with rasagiline? | Results of a special tyramine challenge study indicate that rasagiline is selective for MAO-B at recommended doses and can be used without dietary tyramine restriction. However, certain foods may contain very high amounts (i.e., 150 mg or greater) of tyramine and could potentially cause a hypertensive reaction in individual patients taking rasagiline due to increased sensitivity to tyramine. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how to take clotrimazole | Clotrimazole comes as a cream, lotion, powder, and solution to apply to the skin; lozenges (called troches) to dissolve in the mouth; and vaginal tablets and vaginal cream to be inserted into the vagina. Clotrimazole is usually used five times a day for 14 days for oral thrush, twice a day (in the morning and evening) for 2 to 8 weeks for skin infections, and once a day at bedtime for 3 or 7 days for vaginal infections. Follow the directions on the package or your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use clotrimazole exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. To use the topical cream, lotion, or solution, thoroughly clean the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication in until most of it disappears. Use just enough medication to cover the affected area. You should wash your hands after applying the medication. The lozenges should be placed in the mouth and dissolved slowly over about 15 to 30 minutes. Do not chew or swallow the lozenges whole. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how to apply clonidine patch on chest | Apply clonidine patches to clean, dry skin on a hairless area on the upper, outer arm or upper chest. Choose an area where it will not be rubbed by tight clothing. Do not apply patches to skin that has wrinkles or folds or to skin that is cut, scraped, irritated, scarred or recently shaved. You may bathe, swim, or shower while you are wearing a clonidine patch. If the clonidine patch loosens while wearing it, apply the adhesive cover that comes with the patch. The adhesive cover will help to keep the clonidine patch on until it is time for the patch to be replaced. If the clonidine patch significantly loosens or falls off, replace it with a new one in a different area. Replace the new patch on your next scheduled patch change day. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | do patients get better medication deposition when using a spacer? | In some cases, such as for children or older adults, using a spacer or valved holding chamber with an inhaler might make it easier to inhale the full dose. A spacer holds medication in a tube between the inhaler and your mouth after it's released. A valved holding chamber is a specialized spacer with a one-way valve to help regulate the flow of medication. Releasing the medication into the spacer allows you to inhale more slowly, increasing the amount that reaches your lungs. Spacers and holding chambers require a prescription. There are inhalers with built-in spacers. Others can be used with a spacer that attaches to the inhaler. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what color is the clonazepam | yellow |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how 9is cyanocobalamin adminitsered | Cyanocobalamin comes as a solution (liquid) to be injected into a muscle or just under the skin. It is usually injected by a healthcare provider in an office or clinic. You will probably receive cyanocobalamin injection once a day for the first 6-7 days of your treatment. As your red blood cells return to normal, you will probably receive the medication every other day for 2 weeks, and then every 3-4 days for 2-3 weeks. After your anemia has been treated, you will probably receive the medication once a month to prevent your symptoms from coming back. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how to stop pregabalin lyrica | When discontinuing LYRICA, taper gradually over a minimum of 1 week. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | i need to know how to use this medication ultibro | The way to take this medicine: Inhalation Store below 25 degrees Celsius Protect from Moisture Lifetime is 24 Months. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | howmuch aspirin in butalbital | Butalbital 50 mg; Aspirin 325 mg; Caffeine 40 mg |
Answer the following medication-related question: | shingles vaccine how often | The recommended schedule for live shingles vaccine is a single dose for adults 60 years of age and older. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | show me omeprazole | Color: BROWN; Shape: OVAL; Size: 12mm; Imprint Code: 20 |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is u02 medicine | imipramine pamoate, Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what does magnesium do to your body | Magnesium is a nutrient that the body needs to stay healthy. Magnesium is important for many processes in the body, including regulating muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure and making protein, bone, and DNA. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | shingles sq (zostavax) i have to take again ? | Zostavax is approved by the Food and Drug Administration for people aged 50 years and older. However, CDC does not have a recommendation for routine use of Zostavax in people 50 through 59 years old. Protection from this shingles vaccine lasts about 5 years, so adults vaccinated before they are 60 years old might not be protected later in life when the risk for shingles and its complications are greatest. Adults 50 through 59 years who have questions about shingles vaccine should discuss the risks and benefits with a healthcare provider. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what size bottle does latanoprost ophthalmic come in | Latanoprost ophthalmic solution is a sterile, clear, isotonic, buffered, preserved, colorless solution of latanoprost 0.005% (50 mcg/mL). It is supplied as a 2.5 mL solution in a 6 mL natural low density polyethylene bottle with a natural low density polyethylene dropper tip and a turquoise polyethylene screw cap. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how is bcg vaccine stored | The intact vials of BCG VACCINE should be stored refrigerated at 2-8°C (36-46°F). This agent contains live bacteria and should be protected from direct sunlight. The product should not be used after the expiration date printed on the label. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is shingrix (rzv) recombinant vaccine | CDC recommends that healthy adults 50 years and older get two doses of the shingles vaccine called Shingrix (recombinant zoster vaccine), separated by 2 to 6 months, to prevent shingles and the complications from the disease. Your doctor or pharmacist can give you Shingrix as a shot in your upper arm. Shingrix provides strong protection against shingles and PHN. Two doses of Shingrix is more than 90% effective at preventing shingles and PHN. Protection stays above 85% for at least the first four years after you get vaccinated. Shingrix is the preferred vaccine, over Zostavax® (zoster vaccine live), a shingles vaccine in use since 2006. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is the max dose of oral iron supplement for senior citizen | Table 1 lists the current iron RDAs for nonvegetarians. The RDAs for vegetarians are 1.8 times higher than for people who eat meat. This is because heme iron from meat is more bioavailable than nonheme iron from plant-based foods, and meat, poultry, and seafood increase the absorption of nonheme iron [5]. For infants from birth to 6 months, the FNB established an AI for iron that is equivalent to the mean intake of iron in healthy, breastfed infants. Table 1: Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) for Iron [5] Age Male Female Pregnancy Lactation Birth to 6 months 0.27 mg* 0.27 mg* 7–12 months 11 mg 11 mg 1–3 years 7 mg 7 mg 4–8 years 10 mg 10 mg 9–13 years 8 mg 8 mg 14–18 years 11 mg 15 mg 27 mg 10 mg 19–50 years 8 mg 18 mg 27 mg 9 mg 51+ years 8 mg 8 mg |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is a normal dosage of klonopin | Seizure Disorders The use of multiple anticonvulsants may result in an increase of CNS depressant adverse effects. This should be considered before adding Klonopin to an existing anticonvulsant regimen. Adults The initial dose for adults with seizure disorders should not exceed 1.5 mg/day divided into three doses. Dosage may be increased in increments of 0.5 to 1 mg every 3 days until seizures are adequately controlled or until side effects preclude any further increase. Maintenance dosage must be individualized for each patient depending upon response. Maximum recommended daily dose is 20 mg. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how often can a prescription of fentanyl be called in | Fentanyl comes as four different transmucosal products and several other types of products. The medication in each product is absorbed differently by the body, so one product cannot be substituted for any other fentanyl product. If you are switching from one product to another, your doctor will prescribe a dose that is best for you. A program has been set up for each fentanyl product to decrease the risk of using the medication. Your doctor will need to enroll in the program in order to prescribe fentanyl and you will need to have your prescription filled at a pharmacy that is enrolled in the program. As part of the program, your doctor will talk with you about the risks and benefits of using fentanyl and about how to safely use, store, and dispose of the medication. After you talk with your doctor, you will sign a form acknowledging that you understand the risks of using fentanyl and that you will follow your doctor's instructions to use the medication safely. Your doctor will give you more information about the program and how to get your medication and will answer any questions you have about the program and your treatment with fentanyl. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how long does stomach take to empty for fosamax | Absorption Relative to an intravenous reference dose, the mean oral bioavailability of alendronate in women was 0.64% for doses ranging from 5 to 70 mg when administered after an overnight fast and two hours before a standardized breakfast. Oral bioavailability of the 10 mg tablet in men (0.59%) was similar to that in women when administered after an overnight fast and 2 hours before breakfast. FOSAMAX 70 mg oral solution and FOSAMAX 70 mg tablet are equally bioavailable. A study examining the effect of timing of a meal on the bioavailability of alendronate was performed in 49 postmenopausal women. Bioavailability was decreased (by approximately 40%) when 10 mg alendronate was administered either 0.5 or 1 hour before a standardized breakfast, when compared to dosing 2 hours before eating. In studies of treatment and prevention of osteoporosis, alendronate was effective when administered at least 30 minutes before breakfast. Bioavailability was negligible whether alendronate was administered with or up to two hours after a standardized breakfast. Concomitant administration of alendronate with coffee or orange juice reduced bioavailability by approximately 60%. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how should i dilute ceftriaxone "infection?" | Ceftriaxone has been shown to be compatible with Flagyl®*IV (metronidazole hydrochloride). The concentration should not exceed 5 to 7.5 mg/mL metronidazole hydrochloride with ceftriaxone 10 mg/mL as an admixture. The admixture is stable for 24 hours at room temperature only in 0.9% sodium chloride injection or 5% dextrose in water (D5W). No compatibility studies have been conducted with the Flagyl®*IV RTU® or using other diluents. Metronidazole at concentrations greater than 8 mg/mL will precipitate. Do not refrigerate the admixture as precipitation will occur. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | fluoxetine what mgs are available | 20 mg, Capsule is a Dark blue opaque cap and Light blue opaque body, imprinted with “20” on the cap and “A106” on the body. 40 mg, Capsule is a Light blue opaque cap and Light blue opaque body, imprinted with “40” on the cap and “A107” on the body. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how long can i take ibuprofen | It's safe to take ibuprofen regularly for many years if you need to as long as you don't take more than the recommended dosage. If you need to take ibuprofen by mouth for a long time and you're at risk of getting a stomach ulcer, your doctor may prescribe a medicine to help protect your stomach. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how can i split a 3mg or 4mg waefin pill so i can get a 2.5mg pill | Warfarin comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. Take warfarin at around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take warfarin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Call your doctor immediately if you take more than your prescribed dose of warfarin. Your doctor will probably start you on a low dose of warfarin and gradually increase or decrease your dose based on the results of your blood tests. Make sure you understand any new dosing instructions from your doctor. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | does doxycycline contain resin and shellac in it. ? | INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: SILICON DIOXIDE STARCH, CORN CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM DOCUSATE SODIUM SODIUM BENZOATE MAGNESIUM STEARATE CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE FD&C BLUE NO. 2 FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 HYPROMELLOSES POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLS TITANIUM DIOXIDE |
Answer the following medication-related question: | wht is a normal dose daily for ativan? | Ativan (lorazepam) is administered orally. For optimal results, dose, frequency of administration, and duration of therapy should be individualized according to patient response. To facilitate this, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg tablets are available. The usual range is 2 to 6 mg/day given in divided doses, the largest dose being taken before bedtime, but the daily dosage may vary from 1 to 10 mg/day. For anxiety, most patients require an initial dose of 2 to 3 mg/day given two times a day or three times a day. For insomnia due to anxiety or transient situational stress, a single daily dose of 2 to 4 mg may be given, usually at bedtime. For elderly or debilitated patients, an initial dosage of 1 to 2 mg/day in divided doses is recommended, to be adjusted as needed and tolerated. The dosage of Ativan (lorazepam) should be increased gradually when needed to help avoid adverse effects. When higher dosage is indicated, the evening dose should be increased before the daytime doses. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | ok to use expired lidocaine patches?? | A 2006 study of 122 drugs tested by the program showed that two-thirds of the expired medications were stable every time a lot was tested. Each of them had their expiration dates extended, on average, by more than four years, according to research published in the Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Some that failed to hold their potency include the common asthma inhalant albuterol, the topical rash spray diphenhydramine, and a local anesthetic made from lidocaine and epinephrine, the study said |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how often is the tetanus shot "given?" | Everyone needs tetanus vaccines throughout their lives. That means everyone needs to get vaccinated as babies, children, and adults. Infants and children birth through age 6 Young children need the DTaP vaccine as part of their routine vaccine schedule. Young children need a dose of the vaccine at: 2 months 4 months 6 months 15 through 18 months 4 through 6 years If your child has had a serious reaction to the whooping cough part of the DTaP vaccine, they may be able to get the DT vaccine instead. Preteens and teens ages 7 through 18 Older children need 1 booster shot of the Tdap vaccine at age 11 or 12 as part of their routine vaccine schedule. Adults age 19 and older Adults need 1 booster shot of the Td vaccine every 10 years as part of their routine vaccine schedule. If you get a deep cut or a burn, you may need the booster earlier — especially if the cut or burn is dirty. If you missed the Tdap booster as a teen, you’ll need to get a Tdap booster instead to make sure you have protection from whooping cough. Pregnant women Pregnant women need 1 booster shot of the Tdap vaccine during the third trimester of each pregnancy. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | why take simvastatin | Simvastatin is used together with diet, weight-loss, and exercise to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke and to decrease the chance that heart surgery will be needed in people who have heart disease or who are at risk of developing heart disease. Simvastatin is also used to decrease the amount of fatty substances such as low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (''bad cholesterol'') and triglycerides in the blood and to increase the amount of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (''good cholesterol'') in the blood. Simvastatin may also be used to decrease the amount of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood in children and teenagers 10 to 17 years of age who have familial heterozygous hypercholesterolemia (an inherited condition in which cholesterol cannot be removed from the body normally). Simvastatin is in a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins). It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is the medication thera tab used to treat? | This medication is a multivitamin product used to treat or prevent vitamin deficiency due to poor diet, certain illnesses, or during pregnancy. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how should i stop taking heparin? | Unlike warfarin, which requires a slow reduction, heparin treatment can be started and stopped quickly. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what spices can be used while on warfarin | We found 58 different plants that may alter the blood haemostasis and anticoagulation with warfarin. The herbs that showed the greatest potential to interact with warfarin include garlic, ginger, ginkgo, St. John's wort, and ginseng, i.e. plants normally consumed as food and also used for therapeutic purposes. The interactions between drugs and herbs are varied because of the complex chemical matrix of plants. Mainly coumarins, quinones, xanthones, terpenes, lignans, and vitamin K showed significant influence on warfarin treatment. In general, these plants can potentiate the effect of warfarin by stimulating anticoagulation in multiple ways, and the clinical outcome associated with this interaction is the increase of bleeding risk. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how do steroids effect the digestive system | teroid abuse can also be hepatotoxic, promoting disturbances such as biliary stasis, peliosis hepatis, and even hepatomas, which are all usually reversible upon discontinuation. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how do steroids effect the digestive system | Corticosteroid use was associated with increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation. The increased risk was statistically significant for hospitalised patients only. For patients in ambulatory care, the total occurrence of bleeding or perforation was very low, and the increased risk was not statistically significant. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | tylenol pm mg? | Acetaminophen 500 mg; Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what should i do if i just started taking an antibiotic and i am experiencing diahreea | Call your doctor right away if you have serious signs and symptoms of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. These signs and symptoms are common to a number of conditions, so your doctor might recommend tests to determine the cause. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | is there danger in stopping sertraline form "days?" | Discontinuation of Treatment with Sertraline Symptoms associated with discontinuation of sertraline and other SSRIs and SNRIs, have been reported (see PRECAUTIONS). Patients should be monitored for these symptoms when discontinuing treatment. A gradual reduction in the dose rather than abrupt cessation is recommended whenever possible. If intolerable symptoms occur following a decrease in the dose or upon discontinuation of treatment, then resuming the previously prescribed dose may be considered. Subsequently, the physician may continue decreasing the dose but at a more gradual rate. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what time should take memantine | Memantine comes as a tablet, a solution (liquid), and an extended-release (long-acting) capsule to take by mouth. The solution and tablet are usually taken once or twice a day with or without food. The capsule is taken once a day with or without food. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | trospium chloride in patients with neurogenic detrusor "over activity:" is dose titration of benefit to the "patients?" | The recommended dose is 20 mg twice daily. Trospium chloride tablets should be dosed at least one hour before meals or given on an empty stomach. Dosage modification is recommended in the following patient populations: For patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance less than 30 mL/min), the recommended dose is 20 mg once daily at bedtime [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.5), USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS (8.6), and CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY (12.3)]. In geriatric patients greater than or equal to 75 years of age, dose may be titrated down to 20 mg once daily based upon tolerability [see USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS (8.5)]. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is the purpose or desired effect of aspirin | Prescription aspirin is used to relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (arthritis caused by swelling of the lining of the joints), osteoarthritis (arthritis caused by breakdown of the lining of the joints), systemic lupus erythematosus (condition in which the immune system attacks the joints and organs and causes pain and swelling) and certain other rheumatologic conditions (conditions in which the immune system attacks parts of the body). Nonprescription aspirin is used to reduce fever and to relieve mild to moderate pain from headaches, menstrual periods, arthritis, colds, toothaches, and muscle aches. Nonprescription aspirin is also used to prevent heart attacks in people who have had a heart attack in the past or who have angina (chest pain that occurs when the heart does not get enough oxygen). Nonprescription aspirin is also used to reduce the risk of death in people who are experiencing or who have recently experienced a heart attack. Nonprescription aspirin is also used to prevent ischemic strokes (strokes that occur when a blood clot blocks the flow of blood to the brain) or mini-strokes (strokes that occur when the flow of blood to the brain is blocked for a short time) in people who have had this type of stroke or mini-stroke in the past. Aspirin will not prevent hemorrhagic strokes (strokes caused by bleeding in the brain). Aspirin is in a group of medications called salicylates. It works by stopping the production of certain natural substances that cause fever, pain, swelling, and blood clots. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | qvar 40mcg what is it doe | QVAR® is indicated in the maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy in patients 5 years of age and older. Important Limitations of Use: QVAR is NOT indicated for the relief of acute bronchospasm. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what are the ingredients in cephalexin | CEPHALEXIN ANHYDROUS 250 mg |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is the effect of eliquis and cialis | liquis active compound is Apixaban. Apixaban prevents blood from forming clothes and is prescribed to reduce risk of systemic embolism associated with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and stroke. There are no reports that suggest interaction when used together with Tadalafil. This does not mean that the side effects are not possible. Always consult a doctor before taking these medications together. Never stop using a medication prescribed by a doctor without its advice. It is important to tell the health care provider about all other medications in current use, including vitamin supplements and herbs. Patients should call doctor if they experience of the following symptoms, sign of potential toxicity such as dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, irregular heartbeat, visual disturbances in one or both eyes, pain or tightness in the chest or jaw, shortness of breath, prolonged erection for more than 4 hours. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | jalyn 0.5-0.4 mg capsule? | 1.1 Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Treatment JALYN (dutasteride and tamsulosin hydrochloride) capsules are indicated for the treatment of symptomatic BPH in men with an enlarged prostate. 1.2 Limitations of Use Dutasteride-containing products, including JALYN, are not approved for the prevention of prostate cancer. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | topiramate? | Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to treat certain types of seizures including primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures (formerly known as a grand mal seizure; seizure that involves the entire body) and partial onset seizures (seizures that involve only one part of the brain). Topiramate is also used with other medications to control seizures in people who have Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (a disorder that causes seizures and developmental delays). Topiramate is also used to prevent migraine headaches but not to relieve the pain of migraine headaches when they occur. Topiramate is in a class of medications called anticonvulsants. It works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | show spironolactone 30mg "tab/accord" healthcare | Spironolactone oral tablets contain 25 mg, 50 mg, or 100 mg of the aldosterone antagonist spironolactone |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how long after steroids to see results | You may have heard of anabolic steroids, which can have harmful effects. But there's another type of steroid - sometimes called a corticosteroid - that treats a variety of problems. These steroids are similar to hormones that your adrenal glands make to fight stress associated with illnesses and injuries. They reduce inflammation and affect the immune system. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | exercise restrictions with taking moxifloxacin? | Fluoroquinolones, including Moxifloxacin Tablets, have been associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.2)] . This adverse reaction most frequently involves the Achilles tendon, and has also been reported with the rotator cuff (the shoulder), the hand, the biceps, the thumb, and other tendons. Tendinitis or tendon rupture can occur within hours or days of starting moxifloxacin or as long as several months after completion of therapy. Tendinitis and tendon rupture can occur bilaterally. The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. Other factors that may independently increase the risk of tendon rupture include strenuous physical activity, renal failure, and previous tendon disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. Tendinitis and tendon rupture have also occurred in patients taking fluoroquinolones who do not have the above risk factors. Discontinue Moxifloxacin Tablets immediately if the patient experiences pain, swelling, inflammation or rupture of a tendon. Patients should be advised to rest at the first sign of tendinitis or tendon rupture, and to contact their healthcare provider regarding changing to a non-quinolone antimicrobial drug. Avoid fluoroquinolones, including Moxifloxacin Tablets, in patients who have a history of tendon disorders or who have experienced tendinitis or tendon rupture [see Adverse Reactions |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what are fat soluable vitamins. | As is the case with all dietary supplements, the decision to use supplemental vitamins should not be taken lightly, says Vasilios Frankos, Ph.D., Director of FDA's Division of Dietary Supplement Programs. "Vitamins are not dangerous unless you get too much of them," he says. "More is not necessarily better with supplements, especially if you take fat-soluble vitamins.” For some vitamins and minerals, the National Academy of Sciences has established upper limits of intake (ULs) that it recommends not be exceeded during any given day. (For more information, visit www.nap.edu/catalog.php?record_id=6432#toc Also, the AAFP lists the following side effects that are sometimes associated with taking too much of a vitamin. Fat-soluble Vitamins A (retinol, retinal, retinoic acid): Nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, clumsiness, birth defects, liver problems, possible risk of osteoporosis. You may be at greater risk of these effects if you drink high amounts of alcohol or you have liver problems, high cholesterol levels or don't get enough protein. D (calciferol): Nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness, weight loss, confusion, heart rhythm problems, deposits of calcium and phosphate in soft tissues. If you take blood thinners, talk to your doctor before taking vitamin E or vitamin K pills. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | vaccine when pregnant | Vaccines help keep your pregnant patients and their growing families healthy. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | vit b12 tabet? | Vitamin B12 is found in almost all multivitamins. Dietary supplements that contain only vitamin B12, or vitamin B12 with nutrients such as folic acid and other B vitamins, are also available. Check the Supplement Facts label to determine the amount of vitamin B12 provided. Vitamin B12 is also available in sublingual forms (which are dissolved under the tongue). There is no evidence that sublingual forms are better absorbed than pills that are swallowed. A prescription form of vitamin B12 can be administered as a shot. This is usually used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 is also available as a prescription medication in nasal gel form (for use in the nose). |
Answer the following medication-related question: | pneumonia vaccine is good for how long? | CDC recommends routine administration of pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13 or Prevnar13®) for all children younger than 2 years of age: Give PCV13 to infants as a series of 4 doses, one dose at each of these ages: 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 through 15 months. Children who miss their shots or start the series later should still get the vaccine. The number of doses recommended and the intervals between doses will depend on the child’s age when vaccination begins. CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination (PCV13 or Prevnar13®, and PPSV23 or Pneumovax23®) for all adults 65 years or older: Give a dose of PCV13 to adults 65 years or older who have not previously received a dose. Then administer a dose of PPSV23 at least 1 year later. If the patient already received one or more doses of PPSV23, give the dose of PCV13 at least 1 year after they received the most recent dose of PPSV23. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | pneumonia vaccine is good for how long? | Do not use any pneumococcal vaccine beyond the expiration date printed on the label. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how often should adult take pneumonia vaccine | CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination (PCV13 or Prevnar13®, and PPSV23 or Pneumovax23®) for all adults 65 years or older: Give a dose of PCV13 to adults 65 years or older who have not previously received a dose. Then administer a dose of PPSV23 at least 1 year later. If the patient already received one or more doses of PPSV23, give the dose of PCV13 at least 1 year after they received the most recent dose of PPSV23. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what mg. does meprobamate have? | Meprobamate Tablets USP 200 mg are scored, round, white tablets imprinted 591-B supplied in bottles of 100 and 1000. Meprobamate Tablets USP 400 mg are scored, round, white tablets imprinted 591-A supplied in bottles of 100 and 1000. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what happens if voiting happens after taking a medication | Of the 76 responses from the study hospital, 65 were suitable for analysis. Many respondents reported encountering vomiting after administration of oral medications on a weekly (25 [38%]) or monthly (24 [37%]) basis. Most of the respondents reported that they would follow a general rule to redose if vomiting occurred within 30 min (39 [60%]) or 15 min (21 [32%]) after initial ingestion. When respondents were asked to rate the importance of 8 factors potentially affecting the decision to redose, more than half indicated that time after dose ingestion (59 [91%]), medication type (45 [69%]), patient status (39 [60%]), and visibility of medication in the vomitus (36 [55%]) were very important. Of the 53 respondents to the survey of health care professionals at other institutions, 16 (30%) indicated that their pediatric hospital or ward had a guideline on redosing in cases of vomiting after administration of oral medications. Most respondents (12/13 [92%]) stated that the guideline took into account the interval between initial ingestion and vomiting. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | influenza when received | You should get a flu vaccine before flu begins spreading in your community. It takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies that protect against flu to develop in the body. CDC recommends that people get a flu vaccine by the end of October. Getting vaccinated later, however, can still be beneficial and vaccination should continue to be offered throughout the flu season, even into January or later. Children who need two doses of vaccine to be protected should start the vaccination process sooner, because the two doses must be given at least four weeks apart. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | prevnar >65what is this vaccine used for? | The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13 or Prevnar 13®) provides protection against the 13 serotypes responsible for most severe illness. The vaccine can also help prevent some ear infections. CDC recommends administering PCV13 as a four-dose series at 2, 4, 6, and 12 through 15 months of life. Research shows that this vaccine is very effective at preventing infection resulting from the serotypes contained in the vaccine. PCV13 should also be administered to all adults 65 years or older and to some adults 19 through 64 years of age with conditions that put them at increased risk for pneumococcal disease. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionage cream | Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream is a combination of an azole antifungal and corticosteroid and is indicated for the topical treatment of symptomatic inflammatory tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and tinea corporis due to Epidermophyton floccosum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Trichophyton rubrum in patients 17 years and older. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | levodopa carbidopa what will these drugs do to me if i take alcohol | Alcohol can make the side effects from levodopa and carbidopa worse. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how often do you need a zoster vaccine? | People 60 years of age or older should get shingles vaccine (Zostavax). They should get the vaccine whether or not they recall having had chickenpox, which is caused by the same virus as shingles. Studies show that more than 99% of Americans aged 40 and older have had chickenpox, even if they don’t remember getting the disease. There is no maximum age for getting shingles vaccine. A new shingles vaccine called Shingrix was licensed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2017. CDC recommends that healthy adults 50 years and older get two doses of Shingrix, 2 to 6 months apart. Shingrix provides strong protection against shingles and PHN. Shingrix is the preferred vaccine, over Zostavax. Even if you have had shingles, you can still receive shingles vaccine to help prevent future occurrences of the disease. There is no specific length of time you must wait after having shingles before receiving shingles vaccine, but generally you should make sure the shingles rash has disappeared before getting vaccinated. The decision on when to get vaccinated should be made with your healthcare provider. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | do prescription antacids help prevent reocurrence of arts? | Antacids help to treat heartburn (indigestion). They work by neutralizing the stomach acid that causes heartburn. You can buy many antacids without a prescription. Liquid forms work faster, but you may like tablets because they are easy to use. All antacids work equally well, but they can cause different side effects. If you use antacids often and have problems with side effects, talk with your health care provider. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how long can you take a steroid for arthritis | The length of time that patients will remain on steroid treatment will vary between patients (and rheumatologists). Some patients may only be given low-dose oral steroids for the first few months following diagnosis, while others may stay on steroids for longer. There is evidence to suggest that patients can experience a continued reduction in the progression of the disease from steroids for 1 to 2 years, but this will not be appropriate for everyone, so the decision will be made on an individual basis. These patients can also get symptom improvement for a year or two as a kind of 'beneficial side effect'. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how long does marijuana stay in your system | Marijuana, also known as cannabis or weed, is usually detectable in bodily fluids for 1 to 30 days after last use. As with other drugs, it may be detectable in hair for several months. Marijuana detection windows depend on how much you smoke or ingest, as well as how often. In general, higher doses and more frequent use are associated with longer detection times. For daily users, cannabis may be detectable for several months after last use. The longest-reported detection times are more than 90 days. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is the expiration time for fluorouracil topical cream | The recommended shelf life of Efudix cream is 60 months. Shelf life after first opening the immediate packaging: 90 days for the 20g and 40g tubes. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is the difference between atorvastatin and lipitor | LIPITOR ® (atorvastatin calcium) tablets, for oral use |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what medications could cause excessive hair growth | The following medications can cause hirsutism: Anabolic steroids Testosterone Glucocorticoids Cyclosporine (Sandimmune®) Minoxidil (Loniten®, Rogaine®) Danazol (Danocrine®) Phenytoin (Dilantin®) |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is formoterol | Formoterol is an ADRENERGIC BETA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST with a prolonged duration of action. It is used to manage ASTHMA and in the treatment of CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what painkillers can i take when taking rivaroxaban | You can take paracetamol while you're taking rivaroxaban. Do not take aspirin and ibuprofen while you're taking rivaroxaban unless a doctor has said it's OK to. They increase the chance of bleeding. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how long should wait to take another medicine after i take azithromycin | if you are taking antacids containing aluminum hydroxide or magnesium hydroxide (Maalox, Mylanta, Tums, others), you will need to allow some time to pass between when you take a dose of these antacids and when you take a dose of azithromycin tablets or liquid. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how many hours before or after you take azithromycin you may take these medications. The extended-release suspension may be taken at any time with antacids. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what time of day to take aripiprazole | Aripiprazole comes as a tablet, a solution (liquid), and an orally disintegrating tablet (tablet that dissolves quickly in the mouth) to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. Take aripiprazole at around the same time every day. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what types of steroids shots are there | Steroids are often injected directly into joints to treat conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout or other inflammatory diseases. Steroids can also be injected into inflamed bursae (bursitis), or around inflamed tendons (tendinitis) near the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, hand or wrist. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what are some side effects nicoderm | Nicotine skin patches may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: dizziness headache nausea vomiting diarrhea redness or swelling at the patch site If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: severe rash or swelling seizures abnormal heartbeat or rhythm difficulty breathing |
Answer the following medication-related question: | warfarin and cabbage? | Some foods can change the way warfarin works in your body. Make sure you check with your provider before making any big changes in your diet. You do not have to avoid these foods, but try to eat or drink only small amounts of them. In the least, DO NOT change much of these foods and products you eat day-to-day or week-to-week: Mayonnaise and some oils, such as canola, olive, and soybean oils Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and raw green cabbage Endive, lettuce, spinach, parsley, watercress, garlic, and scallions (green onions) Kale, collard greens, mustard greens, and turnip greens Cranberry juice and green tea Fish oil supplements, herbs used in herbal teas |
Answer the following medication-related question: | can a patient stop using enalapril if the condition "stabilize?" | Enalapril controls high blood pressure and heart failure but does not cure them. Continue to take enalapril even if you feel well. Do not stop taking enalapril without talking to your doctor. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | rosuvastatin calcium what are the side effects | Rosuvastatin may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: constipation stomach pain dizziness difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep depression joint pain headache memory loss or forgetfulness confusion Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical help: : muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness lack of energy fever chest pain yellowing of the skin or eyes dark colored urine pain in the upper right part of the abdomen nausea extreme tiredness weakness unusual bleeding or bruising loss of appetite flu-like symptoms rash hives itching difficulty breathing or swallowing swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs hoarseness Rosuvastatin may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is the protocol for adding insulin for type2 diabetics | Why do I need to take insulin? All people who have type 1 diabetes and some people who have type 2 diabetes need to take insulin to help control their blood sugar levels. The goal of taking insulin is to keep your blood sugar level in a normal range as much as possible. Keeping blood sugar in check helps you stay healthy. Insulin can’t be taken by mouth. It is usually taken by injection (a shot). It can also be taken by using an insulin pen or an insulin pump. How often will I need to take insulin? You and your doctor will develop a schedule that is right for you. Most people who have diabetes and take insulin need at least 2 insulin shots a day for good blood sugar control. Some people need 3 or 4 shots a day. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is the dosage of levofloxacin tablets for bronchitis please | Dosage of Levofloxacin Tablets in Adult Patients with Creatinine Clearance ≥ 50 mL/minute The usual dose of levofloxacin tablets are 250 mg or 500 mg administered orally every 24 hours, as indicated by infection and described in Table 1. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is insuline and glucagon | Glucagon is a peptide hormone, produced by alpha cells of the pancreas. It works to raise the concentration of glucose and fatty acids in the bloodstream, and is considered to be the main catabolic hormone of the body.[3] It is also used as a medication to treat a number of health conditions. Its effect is opposite to that of insulin, which lowers the extracellular glucose.[4] The pancreas releases glucagon when the concentration of insulin (and indirectly glucose) in the bloodstream falls too low. Glucagon causes the liver to convert stored glycogen into glucose, which is released into the bloodstream.[5] High blood-glucose levels, on the other hand, stimulate the release of insulin. Insulin allows glucose to be taken up and used by insulin-dependent tissues. Thus, glucagon and insulin are part of a feedback system that keeps blood glucose levels stable. Glucagon increases energy expenditure and is elevated under conditions of stress.[6] Glucagon belongs to the secretin family of hormones. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | when to take loratadine | Hay fever typically worsens at night and feels most severe in the morning, when levels of symptom-triggering histamine are highest. Once-daily antihistamines, such as Claritin, reach their peak eight to 12 hours after you take them, so using them at dinnertime means better control of morning symptoms. (Take twice-a-day antihistamines in the morning and evening.) |
Answer the following medication-related question: | where is tetracycline metabolized? | The majority of first-generation tetracyclines are not metabolized (though 5 % of tetracycline is metabolized to a less active metabolite). Instead, they are most often eliminated by renal excretion. Second-generation tetracyclines are 3 to 5 times more lipophilic, which enhances their tissue penetration. Doxycycline, the most common member of this group, features more than 80 % bioavailability. Bile concentration of doxycycline is 10 to 25 times higher as compared with its serum concentration. High concentrations of doxycycline are found also in kidneys, liver and bowel. Primarily, doxycycline is excreted in bile to feces. Part of doxycycline is inactivated in the liver and 40 % of it is excreted by kidneys in urine. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how to stop taking atorvastatin | You may think that once your cholesterol goes down, you can stop taking statin medication. But if the drug helped lower your cholesterol, you'll likely need to stay on it for the long term. If you stop taking it, your cholesterol levels will probably go back up. There is one exception: If you make significant changes to your diet or lose a lot of weight, you may be able to lower and control your cholesterol without medication. However, don't make any changes to your medications without talking to your doctor first. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | can you take ultram with ibuprofen? | The maximum recommended dose is 400 mg per day, so if using it alone does not provide adequate relief, other medications can be used with Ultram (tramadol) to help manage the pain. For instance, if there is throbbing pain from tight muscles, a muscle relaxant, such as Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine) or Zanaflex (tizanidine) may be beneficial. NSAIDs (non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), such as Aleve (naproxen) or Motrin/Advil (ibuprofen) can be added to help reduce pain caused from swelling. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | is herceptin a chemo drug?? | For over a decade, the monoclonal antibody trastuzumab has been the cornerstone of adjuvant treatment for HER2-positive early breast cancer (EBC) [1, 2]. Based on results from four large randomized trials [3–6], combined treatment with trastuzumab and chemotherapy (either as primary systemic or adjuvant treatment) is considered the standard of care in patients with this biologically aggressive subtype of breast cancer. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | bupropion hcl 300mg is good for what? | Bupropion hydrochloride extended-release tablets (XL) are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD), as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). || Bupropion hydrochloride extended-release tablets (XL) are indicated for the prevention of seasonal major depressive episodes in patients with a diagnosis of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). |
Answer the following medication-related question: | td vaccine (90714)what is a tad vaccine | Td vaccine can protect adolescents and adults from tetanus and diphtheria. Td is usually given as a booster dose every 10 years but it can also be given earlier after a severe and dirty wound or burn. Another vaccine, called Tdap, which protects against pertussis in addition to tetanus and diphtheria, is sometimes recommended instead of Td vaccine. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what size syringe to use for testosterone inject | The suggested dosage for testosterone cypionate injection varies depending on the age, sex, and diagnosis of the individual patient. Dosage is adjusted according to the patient’s response and the appearance of adverse reactions. Various dosage regimens have been used to induce pubertal changes in hypogonadal males; some experts have advocated lower dosages initially, gradually increasing the dose as puberty progresses, with or without a decrease to maintenance levels. Other experts emphasize that higher dosages are needed to induce pubertal changes and lower dosages can be used for maintenance after puberty. The chronological and skeletal ages must be taken into consideration, both in determining the initial dose and in adjusting the dose. For replacement in the hypogonadal male, 50 to 400 mg should be administered every two to four weeks. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how much weight gain with carvedilol | Newer beta blockers, such as carvedilol (Coreg), don't usually cause weight gain as a side effect. Weight may rise in the first weeks of taking the beta blocker and then generally stabilizes. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | is dicyclomine good for heartburn? | Normally when you swallow, the muscles in the esophagus move in waves to push food down into your stomach. Just after the food enters the stomach, a band of muscle (the lower esophageal sphincter, or LES) closes off the esophagus. If the muscle does not close tightly enough or gets weak over time, stomach contents can back up into the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms. || Some medicines can also weaken the LES. Among them are: || Anticholinergic drugs Benztropine (Cogentin) Dicyclomine (Bentyl) Hyoscyamine (Levsin) Isopropamide Scopolamine |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what are iron injections | Iron sucrose injection is used treat iron-deficiency anemia (a lower than normal number of red blood cells due to too little iron) in people with chronic kidney disease (damage to the kidneys which may worsen over time and may cause the kidneys to stop working). Iron sucrose injection is in a class of medications called iron replacement products. It works by replenishing iron stores so that the body can make more red blood cells. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how much iron should an anemic take per day | The amount of iron needed to treat patients with iron deficiency is higher than the amount found in most daily multivitamin supplements. The amount of iron prescribed by your doctor will be in milligrams (mg) of elemental iron. Most people with iron deficiency need 150-200 mg per day of elemental iron (2 to 5 mg of iron per kilogram of body weight per day). Ask your doctor how many milligrams of iron you should be taking per day. If you take vitamins, bring them to your doctor's visit to be sure. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | what is in lidocaine | LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE ANHYDROUS 10 mg in 1 mL INACTIVE INGREDIENTS SODIUM CHLORIDE 7 mg in 1 mL SODIUM HYDROXIDE HYDROCHLORIC ACID |
Answer the following medication-related question: | when taking plavix and xarelto blood thinners is it safe to take dilaudid for pain | Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking anagrelide (Agrylin); aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), indomethacin (Indocin, Tivorbex), ketoprofen, and naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, others); cilostazol (Pletal); clopidogrel (Plavix); dipyridamole (Persantine); eptifibatide (Integrilin); heparin; prasugrel (Effient); ticagrelor (Brilinta); ticlopidine; tirofiban (Aggrastat), and warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven). If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: back pain, muscle weakness, numbness or tingling (especially in your legs), loss of control of your bowels or bladder, or inability to move your legs. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | is erythromycin ophthalmic ointment good for inflamed eyelids? | For the treatment of superficial ocular infections involving the conjunctiva and/or cornea caused by organisms susceptible to erythromycin. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how should i dilute ceftriaxone injection? | Ceftriaxone has been shown to be compatible with Flagyl®*IV (metronidazole hydrochloride). The concentration should not exceed 5 to 7.5 mg/mL metronidazole hydrochloride with ceftriaxone 10 mg/mL as an admixture. The admixture is stable for 24 hours at room temperature only in 0.9% sodium chloride injection or 5% dextrose in water (D5W). No compatibility studies have been conducted with the Flagyl®*IV RTU® or using other diluents. Metronidazole at concentrations greater than 8 mg/mL will precipitate. Do not refrigerate the admixture as precipitation will occur. Vancomycin and fluconazole are physically incompatible with ceftriaxone in admixtures. When either of these drugs is to be administered concomitantly with ceftriaxone by intermittent intravenous infusion, it is recommended that they be given sequentially, with thorough flushing of the intravenous lines (with one of the compatible fluids) between the administrations. Do not use diluents containing calcium, such as Ringer’s solution or Hartmann’s solution, to reconstitute ceftriaxone for injection. Particulate formation can result. Ceftriaxone solutions should not be physically mixed with or piggybacked into solutions containing other antimicrobial drugs or into diluent solutions other than those listed above, due to possible incompatibility (see WARNINGS). |
Answer the following medication-related question: | symptoms from taking multiple doses of lasix 40 mg per dayproblems with taking lasix 40mg twice daily ? | Furosemide is a strong diuretic ('water pill') and may cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. It is important that you take it exactly as told by your doctor. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: decreased urination; dry mouth; thirst; nausea; vomiting; weakness; drowsiness; confusion; muscle pain or cramps; or rapid or pounding heartbeats. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | how long for allergic reaction after using nivolumab | n patients receiving OPDIVO as a single agent, immune-mediated pneumonitis occurred in 3.1% (61/1994) of patients. The median time to onset of immune-mediated pneumonitis was 3.5 months (range: 1 day to 22.3 months). Immune-mediated pneumonitis led to permanent discontinuation of OPDIVO in 1.1%, and withholding of OPDIVO in 1.3% of patients. Approximately 89% of patients with pneumonitis received high-dose corticosteroids (at least 40 mg prednisone equivalents per day) for a median duration of 26 days (range: 1 day to 6 months). Complete resolution of symptoms following corticosteroid taper occurred in 67% of patients. Approximately 8% of patients had recurrence of pneumonitis after re-initiation of OPDIVO. |
Answer the following medication-related question: | where does fluorouracil come from | Fluorouracil is a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor that interferes with the synthesis of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and to a lesser extent inhibits the formation of ribonucleic acid (RNA); these affect rapidly growing cells and may lead to cell death. |
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