Question 1

kindly explain me the difference between sustained release & extended release in drugs?

Accepted Answer

Same thing: Those are just marketing terms to indicate a medication that only needs to be taken once or twice a day rather than 3 to 4 times daily. Some brands will use "xl" or "la" to denote longer acting drugs. If there's any concern, ask your doctor or pharmacist about your specific situation & medications.

Question 2

what is the difference between sustained relief and extended relief?

Accepted Answer

Little: These are terms used by marketers to sell their products.  They both indicate relief from some symptom beyond the momentary but there is little to choose between them.

Question 3

what's the use of cefaclor sustain -realease?

Accepted Answer

Cefaclor: cefaclor sustain -release is a cephalosporin antibiotic in which the medication is released over an extended period of time. It is used to treat bacteria.

Question 4

is indomethacin sustained release available otc?

Accepted Answer

No: No. All forms of indomethacine are available only by prescription.

Question 5

what's the difference between oxycodone immediate release and sustained-release?

Accepted Answer

How soon it works: Immediate release starts having effect within 30 min to an hour or ingestion.  It also only lasts for 3-4 hours.

Sustained release has a longer onset of action, but also lasts between 8-12 hrs.

Question 6

what are side effect of intaking of melformine hydrochloride sustained release tablets and what is remedy to avoid side effect to some extent?

Accepted Answer

GI upset .Agree.: Metformin can cause GI upset in some people who take the medication. The extended release tablets tend to cause this side effect less often however it is still possible. Taking the medication with food can help. And the diarrhea and upset stomach can go away or lessen after someone has been on the medication for a while.

Question 7

how much effective will be pregabalin controlled/sustained release form for someone who suffers from idiopathic rls symptoms both day & night ????

Accepted Answer

: Now a day Pregabalin is one of the first-line therapy medications and is preferred because of good pharmacology and better data on efficacy, it may also help with sleep maintenance and total sleep time in patients with RLS and insomnia. But Gabapentin enacarbil (Horizant) is a better drug for patients with RLS symptoms throughout most of the day and night because it provided 24-hour coverage.

Question 8

how do i stop taking daily sustained release 80mg propranolol? i've been taking it for about 3 weeks for anxiety but they make me too fatigued

Accepted Answer

Contact your doctor: Propranolol is a beta blocker antihypertensive medication. Occasionally, it can be used to treat short term anxiety. Its side effects include dizziness, light-headedness, fatigue, diarrhea, and cold hands and feet. It lowers your blood pressure and heart rate. Patients with diabetes or asthma should not use this medication. Talk to your doctor to discuss other drug options.

Question 9

i am 16, i was diagnosed tiny epididymitis and the doctor gave me some cefaclor sustained-release tablets for nine days. i still feel a little pain?

Accepted Answer

Takes time: A little pain after treatment is ok, and may take a while to subside. You can always check with the doctor treating you if you think something is not right. Hope this helps!

Question 10

does pregabalin sr ( sustained release) will be effective in case of insomnia? taking ir variant for rls but i suffer from daytime symptoms as well so thinking about switching to sr variant but at the same time, want it to help with insomnia issue?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, if RLS is the main reason for insomnia but pregabalin is not used to treat insomnia by itself. In reality, some people may benefit one of pregabalin's side effects which is sleepiness. It won't hurt if you want to give it a try.

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What's the use of cefaclor sustain -realease?

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Is indomethacin sustained release available otc?

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What's the difference between oxycodone immediate release and sustained-release?

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What are side effect of intaking of melformine hydrochloride sustained release tablets and what is remedy to avoid side effect to some extent?

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How much effective will be pregabalin controlled/sustained release form for someone who suffers from idiopathic rls symptoms both day & night ????

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How do i stop taking daily sustained release 80mg propranolol? i've been taking it for about 3 weeks for anxiety but they make me too fatigued

A member asked:

I am 16, i was diagnosed tiny epididymitis and the doctor gave me some cefaclor sustained-release tablets for nine days. i still feel a little pain?

A member asked:

Does pregabalin sr ( sustained release) will be effective in case of insomnia? taking ir variant for rls but i suffer from daytime symptoms as well so thinking about switching to sr variant but at the same time, want it to help with insomnia issue?

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