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Taking Half-Doses Of Oxycodone More Often
Is taking 5mg of oxycodone every 2 hours any worse than 10mg every 4 hours? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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Is Voltaren Gel Absorbed Systemically?
Overview Voltaren gel contains diclofenac, an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug), and is used (primarily) to treat osteoarthritis. A common question we get from our readers who are prescribed Voltaren gel is whether or not it is absorbed systemically (i.e. into the bloodstream) after it... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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Are Zydis Drugs Safe To Touch?
Hello, I am a school nurse. A staff member accidental touched a 'Zydis' drug form, but the actual type of medication is unknown. The medication disintegrated upon touching it, disappearing, with bare fingers. Could the medication have been absorbed into his skin? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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How Long Does Prednisone Stay In Your System?
I was taking prednisone 20mg twice daily for 5 days. I was wondering how long before it is out of my system? I have a drug test coming up and was told that the prednisone can cause a false-negative. more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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Comparing Doses Of Spiriva Respimat And Spiriva Handihaler
Currently taking one capsule of Spiriva HandiHaler (18mcg) per. Doc says HandiHaler is being phased out and wants me on the Spiriva Respimat which is 1.25 mcg per activation, two inhalations per day . I see online that the Respimat would require two inhalation doses of 2.5 mcg to be the equivalen... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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Do Suboxone Films Contain Sugar?
Do Suboxone films contain sugars? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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Can You Safely Take Mucinex At Night?
Can you take Mucinex at night? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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When Is The Generic Lyrica (Pregabalin) Available?
Is there a generic for Lyrica yet? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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Why Doesn't Medicare Part D Cover ED Drugs?
Why won't Medicare cover tadalafil (Cialis) for ED? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
- 213 views
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Does Flonase (Fluticasone) Come In A Pill Form?
Does Flonase come in pill form? If so, are they as effective as the nasal mist? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
- 209 views
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Promethazine For Children Under 2 Years Old
What is the allowed dosage of promethazine for 19-month-old child? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
- 220 views
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How To Tell If You Got Your Dose From Spiriva Handihaler
If my Spiriva Handihaler does not rattle when punctured, did I get my medication? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
- 229 views
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Ambien And Ambien CR Splitting And Absorption Differences
I've read the precaution against splitting a zolpidem CR tablet but I'd like clarification as to the reason. If I were to cut a 10 mg zolpidem tablet into 3 pieces, or a zolpidem CR 6.25mg pill in half, both would be about 3 mg. What's the difference in absorption rates and effects? Thank you. more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
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Do You Need To Wait Until Morning To A Start Medrol Dose Pak?
I was prescribed a methylprednisolone dose pack 4mg this afternoon. Do I have to wait till morning to begin taking it? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
- 253 views
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Is CBD (Cannabidiol) Absorbed Through The Skin?
I am a kidney transplant patient with a fused back and a lot of back pain. I know I can not take CBD (cannabidiol) by mouth but can I use the topical cream or lotion? Thanks for the help. more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
- 432 views