Question 1

how can i get a refill on my medications?

Accepted Answer

: By calling your current prescriber. Continuity of care is critical as adjustments in meds are usually necessary and proper follow up is needed. You have at least a medical condition that needs follow up, simplifying it to a refill will result in suboptimal care.

Question 2

is being on a lot of different medications harmful?

Accepted Answer

YEs it can: As the number of medications you take increases so do the chances that they may interact or have additive side effects. It is best to discuss all medications(even eye drops) with your primary physician or pharmacist. Just because they work on different parts of the body does not mean they cannot cause problems with other drugs.

Question 3

what otc medications are okay to use while on probation?

Accepted Answer

Tylenol (acetaminophen): If tou need something for pain, extra strength tylenol, (acetaminophen) or inuprofed (advil, motrin) or naproxyn (aleve) are safe.

Question 4

i am trying to figure out how to get back on the medication i was previously prescribed to?

Accepted Answer

Medication: I have no idea what that medication is or why you are not on it now.  Your best bet is to see your doctor.  If it is a controlled medicine then there are probably good reasons for you not to be on it.  If it is not  I apologise.

Question 5

any advice on medication for chronic dry eyed?

Accepted Answer

OTC lubricants: Most dry eye can be handled with over the counter (otc) lubricating drops.  Do not use the ones that say "gets the red out" as these are drying.  Plain eye ointment at night is also helpful.  For persistent eye dryness especially if the vision is impaired, see your ophthalmologist.

Question 6

what could lead to dependence on my medication?

Accepted Answer

Addiction?: If you man pain or psychiatric medications, then we must include your personalities. Do you have an addictive personality? Do you smoke and can't quit, drink and can't stop, take pain meds for the "high"? These should be discussed with your physician. If you are a hypertensive, diabetic, etc and must rely on medications for health reasons alone, then you should not worry. Italk to your md.

Question 7

is someone on biphentin , can he take cold medication?

Accepted Answer

Be careful: Since it is a strong stimulant and could have compounded reactions with elements contained in certain cold remedies, before you take both, ask you doctor first! good luck!

Question 8

what are the effects of risperdial medication on a down's syndrome child?

Accepted Answer

Not really known: It's not really known, it's a risk benefit analysis in every case.

Question 9

are ther new medications forms on the horizon?

Accepted Answer

Several: Now that we have studies showing that long-term benefits for interferons and Copaxone are likely minimal at best, and that 60% of pts do not do well by 2 yrs, we are starting to see the emergence of far more potent meds.  Gilenya and tysabri (natalizumab) are here.  Tecfedera is close, lemtrada by end of year.  Daclizumab, ocrelizumab, the newer s-1-p drugs being looked at.  Even new drug for spasticity.

Question 10

can i get pregnant while on these medications?

Accepted Answer

Which meds?: Seems as though you are on none.

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