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Does CBD Interact With Oxycodone Or Hydrocodone?
My husband has failed back surgery syndrome. He is taking OxyContin and Norco. He remains in constant pain. He is considering hemp oil. Will it interfere with the narcotics he takes? He would prefer oral hemp over an oil or lotion. Which one is better absorbed. How long does the pain relief last wit... more ...
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Amiloride Side Effect Duration And Ibuprofen Interaction
Hi, I just started taking amiloride on Sunday morning, with breakfast. It is the only medication I am taking, and I'm on a small dose to start. I am feeling lightheaded and weak for a good part of the day ever since I started taking it. Can you tell me how long I can expect to be adjusting to it? I... more ...
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Waiting Period Between Shingles Infection And Vaccination: Canada Vs. United States Recommendation
Three months ago I developed shingles on my scalp. Several years before I had The Zostavax. The Shringrix was not available in my area. Upon researching recent shingles infections and Shringrix, I found that Canada recommends you do NOT get the vaccine until about a year after an active case of shin... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Vaccines
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Interaction Between Zarbee's Children's Cough And Tylenol
Can my 2-year-old take Zarbee's Children's Cough Syrup and Children's Tylenol around the same time? more ...
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Difference Between Lorazepam Ingredients: Leading Pharma Vs. Valeant Pharma
My question is about lorazepam 1 mg. I have lorazepam by two different companies. One is from Leading Pharmaceuticals and the other is Valeant Pharmaceuticals. Can they be taken together in the same dose as one inactive ingredient is lactose monohydrate and the other one inactive ingredient is la... more ...
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Which Drugs Cause A Change In Urine Color?
I am hunting for a cause for a change in urine color. It is now a dark yellow and I am not dehydrated. Could 15 migraines in 2 months, for which I needed 15 rizatriptan pills, be the cause? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Side Effects
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Can You Get The Flu Shot Too Early?
I am 73 yrs old and in fairly good health. I get a flu shot every year and I haven't had the flu in 25 yrs! How early in the flu season should I get the flu shot? I usually get it around the middle of September. Is this ideal or should I get it earlier? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Vaccines
- 82 views
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Can Lexapro Cause Low Blood Pressure?
Can 5 mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) cause a drop in blood pressure to 105/48? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Antidepressants
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Can You Leave Birth Control Pills In A Hot Room?
I am on birth control pills. I have been storing my pills in a dark bedroom on a nightstand. I do not have AC and the weather has been in the 80s outside and I have had the window open for air. The pills have not been exposed to the sunlight what’s so ever. Could My pills be less effective? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Birth Control
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Natural Sleep Aids Safe With Cymbalta
What is a safe natural sleep aid to take with Cymbalta? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Supplements
- 74 views
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Taking Truvada On A Keto Diet
I am on a ketogenic diet and have had an unplanned risky sex exposure - I may need Truvada or the PEP protocol. Can being a month in on keto diet result in serious illness if I take PEP? I am thinking of people talking about liver stuff, acidosis, kidneys - and can’t find any info. If it is pr... more ...
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Does Saw Palmetto Help Grow Hair?
I am wondering if you think starting to take Saw Palmetto it would help regrow some of my hair? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Supplements
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Does Omeprazole Cause Hair Loss?
I am a healthy almost 91-year-old lady who has been prescribed to take 50mg Losartan once a day and I also take a 20mg Omeprazole once a day when needed. I have been doing this for about 3 yrs and my hair started falling out about 2 yrs ago on a daily basis. Do either of these drugs cause hair los... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Drug Interactions
- 127 views
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Interaction Between Zantac And Imodium
I have taken Zantac and also Imodium for diarrhea. I am reading that these can cause major complications. Am I in danger? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Drug Interactions
- 142 views
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Dicyclomine And Ranitidine: Are They Safe To Take Together?
Can I take dicyclomine and ranitidine together? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Drug Interactions
- 149 views