Question 1

if the patient have the adverse effects with the statins and fenofibtes which anticholestirol drug would be advisable?

Accepted Answer

Not much: There is not much else to choose from but some side effects are not true side effects -- please discuss this with your doctor or get a second opinion.

Question 2

can epilepsy medication have adverse effects on the baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most antiepileptics increase the rate of birth defects when used in the first trimester, but the overall rate is still fairly low (increases from baseline of about 1% to about 3%).

Importantly, antiepileptics may still be required if there are uncontrolled seizures.  One can't avoid them if one is seizing without them. Uncontrolled seizures are more dangerous than the drugs.

Question 3

after 7 years of seizure medication, i'm told it's not seizures at all so i was taking it for nothing. what are the adverse effects from this?

Accepted Answer

Keep a level head: You need to be sure of the diagnosis. Sometimes it helps to get a second or even third opinion.  If you do not require seizure meds and you are on one of the newer ones, chances are you will have had any significant set back other than perhaps financial if you had to pay much out of pocket for the meds. Its a good idea even with the newer medications to have your vitamin d level and folate checked.

Question 4

what do you advise if i'm just confused on understanding the basics of this medication, are the side effects and adverse effects the ame thing for this medication?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But please sit down with your pharmacist who can provide medication education to you for that particular medication.

Question 5

i am currently on post exposure profilaxis (pep) for hiv. mid way in my 30-day medication journey, i forgot to take a dosage for one day. wis there any adverse effects? should i take 2 dosages the following day to accommodate for the skip?

Accepted Answer

Best to discuss doc: I don't know if you have an ID doctor who is prescribing your PEP, but this question would best be directed at that physician. In general, though, for PEP, if you forget just one days dose you should indeed double up  the next dose,or as soon as you remember, whichever is first. If it's more than one day's dosing, you absolutely need to speak with prescribing physician,  as change may be needed.

Question 6

what are the adverse effects of a diagnosed bipolar patient smoking marijuana while on their prescribed medications?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar and MJ: Any person with diagnosed bipolar disorder needs to practice solid self-care: regular sleep, exercise, healthy food, compliance with prescribed medications, and avoidance of substance abuse including alcohol.  Using recreational substances invites destabilization of neurobehavioral status and possible shift into depression or mania.  This includes marijuana.  Mj can cause hallucinations too.

Question 7

what are some adverse effects from prescription drug abuse?

Accepted Answer

Mortality : A recent cdc report shows prescription opiate abuse as the number one cause of death in us in adolescents and young adults. Other than death, dependency leads to drug seeking, theft, poor nutrition, sleep disruption, poor academics, loss of work, legal problems, dui, loss of family and friends. Couldn't find a worse thing to do.

Question 8

can this medication have adverse effects in the form of redness, blisters, lacerations, in the affected area and if so, what can i do?i

Accepted Answer

What medication?: It is not clear from your question what medication you are asking about or what you are using the medication for.  Try to restate your question, so that an answer can be provided.

Question 9

is ppi use safe long-term. decades? will there be any more new ppi or acid reflux medications in the near future? can you supplement with ppi to mitigate the adverse effects of long term use?

Accepted Answer

Safety: More and more reports suggest that chronic use of ppi's are not safe. H2 blockers like zantac and pepcid are probably safer. Pepcid is probably the most potent H2 blocker.

Question 10

does taking antibiotics and allergy medication cause adverse effects?

Accepted Answer

Possible: All medications have the potential for side effects.  Some are common and expected, others are rare.  Most are not serious, but some can be dangerous.  The package insert provides useful data, which your doctor can explain.

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If the patient have the adverse effects with the statins and fenofibtes which anticholestirol drug would be advisable?

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Can epilepsy medication have adverse effects on the baby?

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After 7 years of seizure medication, i'm told it's not seizures at all so i was taking it for nothing. what are the adverse effects from this?

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What do you advise if i'm just confused on understanding the basics of this medication, are the side effects and adverse effects the ame thing for this medication?

A member asked:

I am currently on post exposure profilaxis (pep) for hiv. mid way in my 30-day medication journey, i forgot to take a dosage for one day. wis there any adverse effects? should i take 2 dosages the following day to accommodate for the skip?

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What are the adverse effects of a diagnosed bipolar patient smoking marijuana while on their prescribed medications?

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What are some adverse effects from prescription drug abuse?

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Can this medication have adverse effects in the form of redness, blisters, lacerations, in the affected area and if so, what can i do?i

A member asked:

Is ppi use safe long-term. decades? will there be any more new ppi or acid reflux medications in the near future? can you supplement with ppi to mitigate the adverse effects of long term use?

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Does taking antibiotics and allergy medication cause adverse effects?

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