Dr. Gregory Seagraves
Pharmacology
Bogart, GA
19 years experience male
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Pharmacology
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Zoloft (sertraline): Renal function will also affect the elimination of zoloft (sertraline).
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Yes: As long as you are taking the Simvastatin by prescription and are being followed by your physician it should be fine. Be sure to report any unusual mu... Read More
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No: Not by drinking alcohol. Drinking may only help to cause damage to your liver.
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Vitamins: Since most alcoholics suffer a vitamin b deficiency, a good vitamin b complex and vitamin b-12 is a good place to start.
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Lower a1c: Watch your diet and comply with your diabetes meds.
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Splitting a Viagra (sildenafil): Yes, viagra (sildenafil) is not sustained release. Since it is immediate release, it is ok to split it. In fact, i sometimes recommend that a patient ... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Yes, but you should also have your physician evaluate you. If it's a sinus infection you have, you may need an antibiotic as well.
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Stool softener: Colase (docusate sodium).
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Maybe: Oral T3 (liothyronine) may be what you need. However, you should consult an endocrinologist.
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A 52-year-old male asked:
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High blood pressure: I recommend that you speak with your physician. Different hypertensive meds work in different ways.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Fishy smelling urine: You should consult a physician. The smell could be the result of a urinary tract infection. Certain drugs and foods can also cause that smell.
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Yes: Yes, that combination is fine. Just be sure to eat something before taking the Ibuprofen to buffer and protect your gut.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Illness: I recommend you either see a physician or go to the hospital immediately. Sounds like you may be dehydrated.
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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Yes : Since there is less of a chance of drowsiness with the 2nd generation antihistamines like claritin, (loratadine) you can virtually take it anytime dur... Read More
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A 92-year-old member asked:
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Infection: Sometimes this type of eye infection can be caused by dry eyes. The physician will probably reevaluate you in 2 days, which is the reason for the 2 da... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Depends: It depends on many factors.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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GERD: It may by gerd (gastroesophagel reflux disease). This could cause damage to the esophagus. You should by evaluated by a physician.
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HCV: Yes, avoid alcohol. But, also discuss treatment options with a gastroenterologist or infectious disease specialist.
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Libido: Testosterone is the main hormone that is thought to be responsible for libido. However, if a woman's other hormones (estrogens and progesterone) are o... Read More
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A 41-year-old female asked:
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None : Tpoab inhibits the conversion of T4 to t3 (liothyronine). This should have no effect on the unborn child. However, you should discuss this with your o... Read More
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A 45-year-old male asked:
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Yes: Yes and drink plenty of water with the Mucinex (guaifenesin) for better results.
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A 39-year-old female asked:
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Infection: Sounds like you may have an infection. You should have it evaluated by you physician asap.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Kenalog (triamcinolone): It is triamcinolone which is a steroid.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Alcohol and Cymbalta (duloxetine): An occasional drink may be ok. However, frequent drinking while on Cymbalta (duloxetine) may potentate the risk of liver damage.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Tylenol (acetaminophen) an Tigan: Sure, there is no drug interaction with this combination.
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Yes: It works well with many patients.
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Depends: It depends. If the problem lies in your absorption of cholesterol then Zetia (ezetimibe) may work for you.
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No: As long as you swallow the iron well before or after to inhale the Flovent (so you don't choke on the iron tablet), you should be fine. There is no dr... Read More
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Maybe: Maybe, but not always. You should have an evaluation by a gynecologist.
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Synthroid (thyroxine): Synthroid (thyroxine) could cause this; however, it is unlikely since you've only been taking it for a week -- with the exception of the nausea. The a... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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Peroxide: Peroxide can damage good tissue, so it would be better to clean the area with betadine or chlorhexidine.
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Probably not: If you are iodine deficient, taking iodine may help.
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HCV antibody: It indicates that you've been exposed to the hcv. You should be evaluated by a gastroenterologist or infectious disease specialist.
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Mechanism of action: Interferon Alpha 2a is a protein similar to infection fighting proteins released by white blood cells. Ribavirin is a prodrug that resembles purine RN... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Erectile Dysfunction: A possible side effect of Codeine is erectile dysfunction. This effect should be gone in 24 to 48 hours after he discontinues the codeine. However, pa... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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No interactions: While there is no interaction with the diovan, (valsartan) i don't know if tattooing would trigger your panic attacks. In addition, you may want to pu... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Salt craving: There are several reasons for craving salt. Dehydration, addison's disease, thyroid disfunction, and iodine deficiency are some reasons. Your family d... Read More
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Allergy: Yes, allergies can develop at any time.
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Yes : Yes, but it's usually alternated with other inhaled antibiotics such as Cayston or colistin.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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HCV test: Hemolysis should not affect the hcv pcr test. You should still get an accurate viral load count. Of course it will affect the rbc, mcv, hmc, and other... Read More
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A 54-year-old male asked:
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Viagra (sildenafil): You shouldn't take another tablet for at least 24 hours. Next dose, try crushing or chewing the viagra (sildenafil) tablet. In some men, the tablet do... Read More
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A 61-year-old female asked:
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Don't panic : One time won't hurt. Just try to avoid doing that again.
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A 43-year-old female asked:
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Possible: While it is possible that hormonal change may affect the character of your menses, large clots are rare. I recommend you see your gynecologist to be e... Read More
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Yes it may interfere: Almost everything interferes with absorption of thyroid. If you have been drinking the soy drink with the thyroid, but your doctor thinks the levels l... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Diclofenac: Diclofenac is in a class of drugs known as nsaids (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Ibuprofen is also in this class. These drugs inhibit enzyme... Read More
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Drug interaction: I'm assuming your doctor and pharmacist are aware you are taking both these medications. The combination can cause an increased release of norepinephr... Read More
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A 54-year-old female asked:
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Sodium Bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) : Sodium bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) in water has an alkaline ph (above 7). Sodas usually are acidic (ph = 2.5 - 4.5). If your goal is to neutraliz... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Nuvaring: It's fine. Nuvaring can be stored at room temp, 77f, for up to 4 months and excursion to 86f are permitted.
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Yes: Weight bearing exercise is best for bone building.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Caffeine: A caffeine peak occurs approximately 2 hours after ingestion. The biological half-life of caffeine is about 5 hours. This means that the caffeine shou... Read More
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Dr. Seagraves is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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You are one of the doctor who answer my question with in minutes thanks so so much
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Thanks for your quick reply! Great, I will ask my primary care doctor.
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Medical/Graduate school
University of Georgia College of Pharmacy
Graduated 2004MD
Awards
Top Pharmacologist, Second Place, Georgia - Summer
2013
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