Question 1

can beta blockers be taken after  amicar (aminocaproic acid)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but?: Amicar (aminocaproic acid) is used to stop bleeding in surgery, it only has a half life of 2 hours, so nearly all gone in 12 hours. It would not be used continually or on a regular basis, so would not affect any other medication taken after 12 hours following its use. But why did you take it? Was it given to you during surgery? If so, it is long out of your system by now.

Question 2

whats aminocaproic acid?

Accepted Answer

Aminocaproic acid: Or Amicar (aminocaproic acid) is used to stabilize clot.  If is most commonly presecribed for patients with low platelets and bleeding or for patients with von willebrands disease having minor procedures.

Question 3

what is aminocaproic acid for?

Accepted Answer

Aminocaproic acid: Or Amicar (aminocaproic acid) is used to stabilize clot.  If is most commonly presecribed for patients with low platelets and bleeding or for patients with von willebrands disease having minor procedures.

Question 4

what is aminocaproic acid used for?

Accepted Answer

Aminocaproic acid: Or Amicar (aminocaproic acid) is used to stabilize clot.  If is most commonly presecribed for patients with low platelets and bleeding or for patients with von willebrands disease having minor procedures.

Question 5

have a 17-year-old taking bactrim sulfamethoxazole tmp  wondering if there will be any drug interaction if she takes an herbal allergy pill that i got at the health food center that has  vitamin a , c, pantothenic acid , calcium , zinc, quercetin, n-acety

Accepted Answer

Probably OK, but...: I doubt there is any serious potential for an adverse interaction. However, one of the problems with "natural" medicines, herbal products, and nutritional supplements, etc is that their exact contents often are unknown, And even when known, there is little research on interations with other drugs. So hard to be certain -- but probably no problem.

Question 6

could allergy to a specific drug ingredient develop over time?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Drug allergy is a complex issue, so many drugs r in the market with many active / inactive ingredients, fortunately enough only few people develop drug allergy, if at all in doubt stop the medicine review it with ur doctor to replace it, if it is an absolute necessity to take the drug in question consult an allergist.

Question 7

which drug is a good allergy medication?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The choice of allergy medication depends on symptoms. There are several good over the counter antihistamines. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Question 8

how can i tell if i have hives or a drug allergy?

Accepted Answer

Subtle: hives can occur as part of an allergy syndrome.  people with chronic hives or who have an inborn low threshold for hives have difficulty differentiating simple hives from drug allergy.  If the drug reaction is IgE-mediated, or occurs via a similar pathway without IgE, then one would expect additional symptoms other than hives (breathing problem, dizzy, nausea, swelling, headache, etc)

Question 9

can my unborn child be harmed if i have a drug allergy?

Accepted Answer

No: Having a drug allergy is only a problem if you are exposed to the  drug. If there is a severe drug allergy during pregnancy there is a potential for a problem. Avoid the drug to which you are allergic.

Question 10

what can i do for possible drug allergies from an otc cold med, without going to a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Allergy: Once you know you are allergic to any medication, food, or substance, the most important thing you can do is stay away from what you are allergic to.  If you have a reaction to an over the counter medication, get  an antihistamine to reduce the itching and the rash.

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What is aminocaproic acid for?

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What is aminocaproic acid used for?

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Have a 17-year-old taking bactrim sulfamethoxazole tmp wondering if there will be any drug interaction if she takes an herbal allergy pill that i got at the health food center that has vitamin a , c, pantothenic acid , calcium , zinc, quercetin, n-acety

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Could allergy to a specific drug ingredient develop over time?

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Which drug is a good allergy medication?

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How can i tell if i have hives or a drug allergy?

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Can my unborn child be harmed if i have a drug allergy?

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What can i do for possible drug allergies from an otc cold med, without going to a doctor?

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