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How Do Pharmacists Count 'Day Supply For Controlled Substances?
I picked up a prescription for ten 72 hour transdermal fentanyl patches (a 30 day supply) on February 19, 2019 (it was filled on 2.18.19, I picked it up a day after). The pharmacy’s policy on controlled substance refill pick up is 28 days (they allow pick up 2 days early). I called the pharmacy to m... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
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Is It Safe To Take ZzzQuil And Tamiflu Together?
Can I take ZzzQuil with Tamiflu? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
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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
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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
- 72 views
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Can You Keep Aleve (Naproxen) In The Refrigerator?
Can put Aleve in the refrigerator to keep them Fresh? I do not take them very often. Thanks. more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Misc
- 65 views
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Is It Better To Take Lisinopril In The Morning Or At Night?
I just started taking lisinopril 10mg. Is it better to take it in the morning or at night? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Blood Pressure
- 81 views
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Taking CBD (Cannabidiol) With Amiodarone
Does CBD oil interact with amiodarone? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
- 75 views
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Does Mavyret Interact With Methadone Or Metoprolol?
I am taking methadone. I also take metoprolol tartrate 25 mg twice a day. I'm about to take Mavyret for my hepatitis C but I want to make sure it's okay with the methadone and metoprolol tartrate? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
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Does Fosinopril Cause High Potassium Levels?
I had a dose increase of fosinopril 9 months ago, from 20mg to 40mg daily. I take it for high blood pressure. My latest panel showed high potassium (5.5). Could this be related to my medication? I have been taking this drug for about 15 years and have not had high potassium before. I am a female, ag... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Side Effects
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Can Phrenilin (Acetaminophen; Butalbital) Cause A Positive Drug Test For Amphetamine?
Will the prescription of phrenalin show up in a drug test as an amphetamine? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Drug Tests
- 78 views
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How Long Can You Leave Tamiflu Suspension Out Of The Refrigerator?
My 9 month old was prescribed Tamiflu. This morning was Day 3 and gave him the prescribed amount. I realized I left it out so it's been approximately been 12-13 hours at room temperature. We keep our house at 70°. I gave him a second dose anyway. Should I have not done so? I put it back in the refri... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Anti-Infectives
- 127 views
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Can You Take Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) And Alcohol Together?
What about Benadryl and alcohol? Can they be used together? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
- 144 views
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Converting Micrograms (mcg) Of Calcitriol To International Units
What is the equivalent of calcitriol 0.25 mcg in international units for vitamin D3? Thank you more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
- 102 views
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Can You Take Cold-Eeze And DayQuil Together?
Can you safely take Cold-Eeze with DayQuil? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
- 80 views
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Can You Take Delsym And Sudafed PE Together?
Can you take Delsym and Sudafed PE in in the same 24 hours? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
- 109 views