Question 1

what is the use of dermatop for?

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Eczema: It's a cortisone cream/ointment. Mostly used for eczema/dermatitis.

Question 2

will dermatop cream work on hypertrophic scars after scar revision surgery?

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It can: This has to be monitored because there are other meds that may need to be used.

Question 3

can i use dermatop for  face pimples while having a daily rexsol aha 10 peel ?

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Acne Treatment: Dermatop is a topical steroid and should not be used for acne especially on the face as it can cause thinning of the skin. There are very good prescription medications for acne like ziana or epiduo.

Question 4

i need a refill on my medication?

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So call your doc: This is the HT public information site.We are thousands of volunteer docs based primarily in the US who answer medical questions.We do not offer treatments. State medical boards require a physician/patient relationship,a retrievable record,recent exam with vital signs for prescribing.Failure to do so can lead to loss or restriction of license. It may seem minor to you but it is not.

Question 5

i need refills on my medications?

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Not here: For that you will likely need the prime service of healthtap. Easier to call your pop imo

Question 6

need advice on asthma medication ?

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Many types...: Bronchodilators such as albuterol (Ventolin) or levalbuterol (Xopenex) enlarge the diameter of the airways to help air flow and mucus come out of the lungs. Patients with cough-variant asthma, exercise-induced asthma, or regular asthma also use steroid inhalers (such as Flovent) to reduce swelling, mucus, and "sensitivity" in the airways. Singulair is an another medication that can be used.

Question 7

why am i depressed while on medication?

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Approaching: depression wi multiple modalities is best. There are many
things you can do for depression.  Don't isolate. Spend time w people. Use your support system. Get out. Don’t stagnate at home. Work to get 8 hours or &gt; of sleep per night &amp; eat healthfully. Daily aerobic physical activity is a big +.  Recommend the “Feeling Good Book" by Dr. David Burns. Don't just read it - DO IT!

Question 8

are ther new medications forms on the horizon?

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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 9

can i get pregnant while on these medications?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

why am i always very sleepy? i'm not on any medication.

Accepted Answer

Not sleeping: The most common cause of fatigue in a healthy young person is sleep deprivation.  Look at your calendar and figure out how many hours you are getting.  You should have at least eight hours per night if not more.  Other causes of fatigue include depression and hypothyroidisim.

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