Question 1

i use soolantra (ivermectin) q.h.s. for rosacea. i'm adding differin (adapalene) for papules/clogged pores; it says that should be q.h.s. also, at least 1 hr before bed. how far apart do i space them, to maximize benefit/minimize contraindications?

Accepted Answer

: The term "at least one hour before bed" will allow the adapalene to be taken an hour or so after your evening meal, and then the ivermectin can be taken a few hours later, prior to retiring.

Question 2

hello! i am prescribed ivermectin (soolantra) for my rosacea. when applying, i may put a tiny amount above my lip and fear that i may have ingested some. i noticed the back of my throat had a "cool" feeling. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

: No, there will be no local or systemic toxicity with just a tiny exposure.

Question 3

papulopustular rosacea well controlled by soolantra. now have eye symptoms  (see above) in both eyes.  is this ocular rosacea or age related dy eyes?  what is the defining difference? also treated for two bacterial infections  in last three months.

Accepted Answer

Possibly 1 or both: rosacea can do this, but so can dry eye syndrome. Would suggest see an ophthalmologist to test for dry eye and sjogrens. Might treat with low dose doxy and use various types of eye drops as well.

Question 4

ive had folliculitis-like red papules on only one side of my face for over a year. current treatment with isotretinoin and ivermectin (topical and oral) thinking about demodex, but in one year it hasnt gone away, what else could it be?

Accepted Answer

: Your dermatologist will have to sort this out for you  and if you're not satisfied with his/her treatment seek a second opinion from another dermatologist.  You want the best of care especially when your face is involved.

Question 5

are jolly ranchers safe for colonoscopy prep?

Accepted Answer

Yes: They dissolve completely and are no problem.  Suggest you avoid the red and purple.

Question 6

fiji natural artesian water...good or bad?

Accepted Answer

Neutral: Bottled water is convenient to carry around.  But the health benefits are not exactly confirmed.  In a number of cases, the municipal water is purer than the bottled water.  And in some cases the bottled water contains arsenic and lead.  There is no agency supervision of this and much bottled water is just tap water anyway.  Fiji is not better or worse than the others.

Question 7

are chemist indigestion remedies better than baking powder?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Baking powder long-term is not safe.

Question 8

deodorant containing sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), corn starch, sustainable palm oil from non-peatlands, tea tree oil be safe for pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

If u can get: It over the counter it's unlikely to cause miscarriages or birth defects.  The amount required to enter your blood stream and get to the baby would have to be high, likely.  It should e fine, i'm not aware of any issues.

Question 9

poison oak, any suggestions--baking soda paste?

Accepted Answer

Many treatments: Poison ivy, oak and sumac rashes are an allergic response to oils produced by these plants. If you suspect you have been exposed wash your skin well to remove the oil. If you discover the itchy red rash instead, you will need to treat the symptoms. Anti-tich measures : baking soda, diphendyramine, and avoid overheating. Hydrocoritsone cream and domeboro soaks help too. See your doctor if severe.

Question 10

which is better to use for teeth whitening: baking soda whitening strips or whisky?

Accepted Answer

Whitening strips: Tooth whitening strips are the best method of the three you have indicated for teeth whitening. They are impregnated with a chemical specifically for teeth whitening. Baking soda is an old wives' tale which may whiten your teeth, but not as fast or as well as the whitening strips. I have never heard of using whiskey to whiten teeth. I don't think that would work!

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I use soolantra (ivermectin) q.h.s. for rosacea. i'm adding differin (adapalene) for papules/clogged pores; it says that should be q.h.s. also, at least 1 hr before bed. how far apart do i space them, to maximize benefit/minimize contraindications?

A member asked:

Hello! i am prescribed ivermectin (soolantra) for my rosacea. when applying, i may put a tiny amount above my lip and fear that i may have ingested some. i noticed the back of my throat had a "cool" feeling. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

Papulopustular rosacea well controlled by soolantra. now have eye symptoms (see above) in both eyes. is this ocular rosacea or age related dy eyes? what is the defining difference? also treated for two bacterial infections in last three months.

A member asked:

Ive had folliculitis-like red papules on only one side of my face for over a year. current treatment with isotretinoin and ivermectin (topical and oral) thinking about demodex, but in one year it hasnt gone away, what else could it be?

A member asked:

Are jolly ranchers safe for colonoscopy prep?

A member asked:

Fiji natural artesian water...good or bad?

A member asked:

Are chemist indigestion remedies better than baking powder?

A member asked:

Deodorant containing sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), corn starch, sustainable palm oil from non-peatlands, tea tree oil be safe for pregnancy?

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Poison oak, any suggestions--baking soda paste?

A member asked:

Which is better to use for teeth whitening: baking soda whitening strips or whisky?

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