Question 1

i am on otho tri-cyclen and my doctor has switched me to tri-previfem and told me it is the same thing.. is it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tri previfem (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol) is the generic equivalent of ortho tricylen and should be used the same way.

Question 2

in medicine what does oth mean?

Accepted Answer

Not a standard: Abbreviation.  I really have no idea.  Can you put it in context ?  Where did you see it? If I'm making up things...obstructive tonsillar hypertrophy?  Of the heart? Odd tooth brushing habits?  Short for Other?

Question 3

who wrote the most modern version of the hippocratic oath?

Accepted Answer

WMA, 1948: In a 1989 survey of 126 us medical schools, only three reported usage of the original oath, while thirty-three used the declaration of geneva, sixty-seven used a modified hippocratic oath, four used the prayer of maimonides, one used a covenant, eight used another oath, one used an unknown oath, and two did not use any kind of oath. Seven medical schools did not reply to the survey.

Question 4

what's the hippocratic oath worth anymore? who follows it?

Accepted Answer

See below: The hippocratic oath is an oath historically taken by physicians, physician assistants and other healthcare professionals swearing to practice medicine ethically and honestly.

Question 5

i'm a 5'10 female, 18, turning onto 19. any chance i'm still growing?

Accepted Answer

It is very: unlikely that you are still growing taller - but growing in girth is a different matter. Take care.

Question 6

had a small brown bug latch onto me a month ago and i had to pull it off.the bite hurted for about week and now it is brown. can you identify the bug?

Accepted Answer

Probable tick: Without seeing a photo it is impossible to know for sure, there are thousands of brow bugs that can bite you, but if it was "latched on" it sounds like a tick!  Try to google tick on your computer and see if that looks like what bit you!

Question 7

how do you use ortho tricyclin?

Accepted Answer

As directed: Ortho tri-cyclen is an oral contraceptive (ocp), otherwise known as a birth control pill (bcp). Regardless, it is taken by mouth daily. It is very important to take the pills in the proper sequence in order to keep from getting pregnant. It's also important to take them at about the same time daily. Ideally, you should take all your medications as directed by your physician.

Question 8

does ortho cycles make you gain weight?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Sometimes yes, usually no. They all can to some degree.

Question 9

is there a generic version of ortho-tricyclin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Just ask your pharmacist, i never see name brand dispensed.

Question 10

what should i know about using ortho-k lenses?

Accepted Answer

Night time treatment: These are lenses used in moderate amounts of myopia to remold the cornea which reduces the myopia.  The lenses used are slightly uncomfortable but the effect is useful.  However to maintain the remolded shape, a night time lens is required for extended periods .  It is sort of trading the ordinary wearing of a contact lens during the day for a "keeper" at night.

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I am on otho tri-cyclen and my doctor has switched me to tri-previfem and told me it is the same thing.. is it?

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Who wrote the most modern version of the hippocratic oath?

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What's the hippocratic oath worth anymore? who follows it?

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I'm a 5'10 female, 18, turning onto 19. any chance i'm still growing?

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Had a small brown bug latch onto me a month ago and i had to pull it off.the bite hurted for about week and now it is brown. can you identify the bug?

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How do you use ortho tricyclin?

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