Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Specialty: American Society Of Consultant Pharmacists
- Country: USA
- Qualifications: Doctor Of Pharmacy, Certified Immunizer
- Twitter: @RPHAnswers
- LinkedIn: Profile
Dr. Brian Staiger is a licensed pharmacist in New York State and the founder of PharmacistAnswers.com. He graduated from the University At Buffalo with a Doctor Of Pharmacy degree in 2010. He has been featured in several publications including the Huffington Post as well as a variety of health and pharmacy related blogs. Please feel free to reach out to him directly if you have any questions or want to connect! [email protected]; Office: 716-389-3076
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What Is The Best Time Of Day To Take Zoloft?
I was just prescribed Zoloft and wanted to know how exactly I should be taking it. more ...
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- Antidepressants
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What Happens If The Second Dose Of Shingrix Is After 6 Months?
I had my first Shingrix on August 8, 2018. It looks like my pharmacist may not have the second dose in time for me to get within the 6 month period. Will this negate the first dose? Will Shingrix be less effective if I do not get within the 6 month period? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Vaccines
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Taking Coumadin (Warfarin) With Mucinex
I have been on Coumadin for as long as I can remember. My doctor said it was okay to take Mucinex but I just want to be sure. Is it? more ...
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- Interaction
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Taking Mucinex With Sudafed
I recently came down with a cold and wanted to know whether or not there is an interaction between Mucinex and Sudafed. more ...
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- Interaction
- 62 views
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Can You Get Shingles In-Between Doses Of Shingrix?
I had shingles October 2017. I had the first Shingrix shot October 2018. In December 2018. I have been diagnosed once again with shingles lesions on my back! I am taking anti-viral meds for the week. Why do I have shingles again? Should I get the second Shingrix dose in March as pla... more ...
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- Vaccines
- 121 views
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How Long Does It Take For Trazodone To Kick In?
I was just prescribed trazodone. Should I be feeling the effects of the drug immediately? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Antidepressants
- 75 views
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Benadryl For Congestion?
Does Benadryl help with congestion? I don't like taking Sudafed and was just wondering if it could help. more ...
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- Antihistamines
- 97 views
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Can You Take Amoxicillin And DayQuil Together?
I just got prescribed amoxicillin for a respiratory infection. I wanted to know if it was okay to use DayQuil with it? more ...
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- Interaction
- 106 views
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Taking Advil With Coricidin Chest and Cough
Can I take Advil with Coricidin HBP Chest and Cough medicine? more ...
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- Interaction
- 55 views
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Can You Take NyQuil With Advil?
I am looking for some some advice. I was wondering if is was okay to use NyQuil and Advil together? I use NyQuil every once in awhile to sleep and Advil I'd say every few days. I just want to make sure they are safe. more ...
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- Interaction
- 88 views
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Xofluza Vs. Tamiflu: What Is The Difference?
Can you tell me the differences between Xofluza and Tamiflu? Is one better than the other? more ...
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Is Mucinex The Same As Benadryl?
Is Mucinex the same as Benadryl? I want to make sure I'm not taking two of the same thing. Thanks! more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
- 87 views
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Mucinex DM With Zoloft (Sertraline) Interaction
Can I take Mucinex DM with Sertraline and Clonazepam? more ...
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- Interaction
- 72 views
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Can Ativan Be Stopped Abruptly?
My doctor has prescribed me Ativan 3-3.5 mg daily as needed. For the past 3-4 months I have used the prescribed amount 3-4 times per week ( usually 3). I want to stop the Ativan or at least reduce the frequency. Can I just stop the Ativan or should I taper? If I need to taper, how quickly or slowly... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Benzodiazepines
- 69 views
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What Is The Best Dose For Provigil (Modafanil)?
I'm taking 100mg of Provigil twice a day, as well as prescribed to take 2mg of alprazolam ER twice daily. Additionally I am taking Effexor XR, topiramate and tizanidine as needed (most days I only take this at night with 100mg trazodone). My question is the doctor just added the additional second do... more ...
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- Interaction
- 122 views