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Taking Macrobid (Nitrofurantoin) With Effexor XR (Venlafaxine)
Can you take Macrobid and Effexor XR together? Are here any harmful drug interactions between them? Thanks for any information. more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
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Best Time Of Day To Take Bystolic
What time of day is best time to take Bystolic? Thanks! more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Blood Pressure
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Alternatives To Vestura
Hi! I have been on the birth control Vestura for a couple years and have loved it. Sadly they discontinued it recently and the pharmacy gave me Gianvi. So far I have only been on Gianvi a little over 1 month and my face has broken out horribly. I haven't had acne like this since high school. My ques... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Birth Control
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Taking Trazodone With CBD (Cannabidiol)
Trazodone with CBD interaction. I take 100 mg of trazodone for sleep. I have had intense back pain for 25 yrs. have tried everything out there to no avail. Is CBD an option? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
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Re-Taking Birth Control Pills If You Have Diarrhea
Last Sunday, I had my pill at usual, 8:30 PM is my normal time. I then had unprotected sex. However, that following Monday evening, I went to the toilet and had diarrhea. I woke up at 5 AM Tuesday and had 4 more bouts of diarrhea. I was sick. I decided to take another pill at midday as a precaution... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Birth Control
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Taking Levaquin (Levofloxacin) With Z-Pak
Is it safe for an older woman to start taking Levaquin 750 mg once a day for 10 days a couple of days after finishing a Z-Pak? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
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Does Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) Affect Birth Control Pills?
Does diphenhydramine hcl affect birth control? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
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Does Rogaine Make Hair Loss Worse Before It Gets Better?
I am taking Rogaine for the first time in my life and I feel like it is just making my hair loss worse. Is this a common occurrence and will it get better? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Side Effects
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Is Ambien Safe If You Have Sleep Apnea?
I was in a car accident I went to the hospital a week afterwards after experiencing insomnia and anxiety. I asked about the insomnia and the doctor gave me a ten day prescription of generic Ambien 10 mg pills. I've avoided taking it so far. The doctor said only take it if you absolutely need to. I n... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Side Effects
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Is Shingrix Safe If You Have A Latex Allergy?
I have latex allergy. Does the manufacturer of Shingrix have a non-latex syringe plunger? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Vaccines
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Effects Of Overdosing On Hydroxyzine
I have a relative who overdosed on hydroxyzine pills, 10 mg each. He took 26 pills total, 260 mg. He was unable to receive a stomach pump or activated charcoal. He has been to the doctor numerous times since. Vitals seem fine, but we are still concerned for his health..... more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Side Effects
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Does Shingrix Use A Live Virus?
Does Shingrix have a live virus in it at all? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Vaccines
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Taking Prozac With Acetaminophen, Guaifenesin And Phenylephrine
Can 20 mg of fluoxetine be safely taken with a combo sinus medication with ingredients being acetaminophen, guaifenesin, and phenylephrine HCL? If not, what nasal decongestant can be taken with fluoxetine? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Interaction
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Difference Between Metoprolol Succinate And Metoprolol Tartrate
Is it safe to spilt a metoprolol tartrate 25 mg in half? I am doing this with the Toprol XL but I am still feeling tired and my doctor told me to try taking 12.5 twice daily of the tartrate instead of 12.5 of the Toprol XL. Would this be safe and would it make me less tired? I am taking Toprol X... more ...
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Do You Need To Taper Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)?
I am a 70 year old adult and take Benadryl (diphenhydramine HCL) 25 mg at night to help me get drowsy before bedtime. Is this safe? I’ve been doing this every evening for over a year. If I decide to stop this regimen, do I need to gradually ween off, or can I just abruptly just stop? more ...
- Dr. Brian Staiger Pharm.D
- Antihistamines
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