Question 1

i was prescribed lexapro (escitalopram) for anxiety after a week had weird side effects could the motrin i've been taking daily been the cause.  ?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Side effects often occur in the 1-2 week timeframe.

Question 2

can i combine advil and pepto bismol? are there any side effects?

Accepted Answer

Yes, can combine: Advil (ibuprofen) is an NSAID, it works to reduce inflammation and fever. Pepto Bismol has an ingredient that is related to Apirin, which also reduces inflammation and fever. Both of these meds can also cause a decrease in the ability to clot. When taken together this is amplified. This combination should not be used in persons who have any bleeding disorder. They can cause stomach problems.

Question 3

i've got read that celebrex (celecoxib) has some very serious dangerous side-effects. would advil be a safer choice?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Celebrex (celecoxib) carries significantly less GI risk than advil. The cardiac risks are low in each.

Question 4

what are the side effects of motrin in kids?

Accepted Answer

Motrin side effects: Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; gas; headache; heartburn; nausea; stomach pain or upset.

Question 5

what are the side effects of motrin?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding: Motrin is an NSAID so it can cause bleeding as well as GI problems.

Question 6

less side effects: motrin or tylenol (acetaminophen)?

Accepted Answer

Both help with pain: But Motrin is an antiinflamatory as well. This blocks  prostaglandins wich causes inflamation and pain. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is a simple pain reliever and not an antiiinflamatory agent. Motrin can cause ulcers, kidney failure, and possibly cardivascular enents such as heart attacks.

Question 7

i had a one time toradol im shot today for rib pain. how long does this last? any side effects i should watch for? when can i start taking aleve/advil

Accepted Answer

A few hours: Toradol can relieve pain for several hours(&gt;6-8 hours on an average). You can either start taking alternate pain medicine if they have been effective in relieving your pain before or wait until you have return of your pain that needs relief and then start taking your pain pills as per your doctor's advice.

Question 8

can i take solodyn, advil or tylenol, (acetaminophen) and multivitamins together? what are the potential drug interactions? side effects? thanks.

Accepted Answer

Check &amp; see: You can use a drug interaction checker whenever you have questions about drug-drug interactions or drug - food interactions. Here is 1 option (Drugs.Com):  https://www.drugs.com/drug_interactions.php  Your pharmacist is also a good source of info.

Question 9

took my first tamoxifen pill yesterday.  i am having headaches today could i take aspirin, advil or tylenol (acetaminophen)?  are headaches one of the side effects?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Treat symptoms as you normally would.  However, if they continue contact your doctor. Tamoxifen increases risk of blood clot and stroke. Benefit greatly outweighs this risk.

Question 10

tried celebrex, advil, and aspirin for my severe osteoarthritis of the knee. which is the least dangerous when it comes to side effects?

Accepted Answer

Knee pain : Celebrex is less like to cause stomach irritation. All but aspirin raise your risk for a cardiovascular event. Tynonol is safer (except with liver disease) .  What is better considering physical therapy and losing excess weight. Even with advanced arthritis, there is a benefit with physical therapy especially strengthening exercises. Knee replacement is often considered with advanced knee arthriti

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I was prescribed lexapro (escitalopram) for anxiety after a week had weird side effects could the motrin i've been taking daily been the cause. ?

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Can i combine advil and pepto bismol? are there any side effects?

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I've got read that celebrex (celecoxib) has some very serious dangerous side-effects. would advil be a safer choice?

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What are the side effects of motrin in kids?

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What are the side effects of motrin?

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Less side effects: motrin or tylenol (acetaminophen)?

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I had a one time toradol im shot today for rib pain. how long does this last? any side effects i should watch for? when can i start taking aleve/advil

A member asked:

Can i take solodyn, advil or tylenol, (acetaminophen) and multivitamins together? what are the potential drug interactions? side effects? thanks.

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Took my first tamoxifen pill yesterday. i am having headaches today could i take aspirin, advil or tylenol (acetaminophen)? are headaches one of the side effects?

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Tried celebrex, advil, and aspirin for my severe osteoarthritis of the knee. which is the least dangerous when it comes to side effects?

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