Question 1

can surmontil (trimipramine) be taken for hot flushes?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Surmontil (trimipramine) is not a usual medication for hot flushes.  Ssri's such as prozac, paxil, and Lexapro are, though.  Effexor (venlafaxine) has also been shown to have effectiveness.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: surmontil (trimipramine) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Surmontil  OD: Per Drugs.Com Surmontil (trimipramine) overdose symptoms may include "extreme drowsiness, vomiting, dilated pupils, stiff muscles, fever, feeling cold, or fainting." See:   https://www.drugs.com/mtm/surmontil.html

Question 3

can pregnant women take surmontil (trimipramine)?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: We can neither endorse nor prohibit it during pregnancy.  Some  similar medicines have been studied, but the results are inconclusive.  There may be an increase in risk; on the other hand, if it is helpful to the mother, there may be an increase  in risk without it. Consider dosage, trimester, risks and benefits, and involvement of the father and obstetrician, in deciding.

Question 4

what is the treatment for surmontil (trimipramine) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Supportive Treatment: Whenever someone intentionally or unintentionally overdoses with any medication, it is an emergency. The individual should be brought to the emergency room immediately. Life support measures are given as necessary. Side effects are treated and managed until they resolve. Then a psychiatric eval once medical stability achieved. If suicidal involuntary hospitalization. If accidental determine cause.

Question 5

is generic trimipramine the same as name brand surmontil?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Check with your physician or pharmacist about reliable sources of generics.

Question 6

been on  surmontil (trimipramine) 50 mg. for 12 yrs. now generic doesn't seem as effective.  is generic the same formulation?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Generics must contain the same active ingredient as the branded product, but other ingredients (fillers) or delivery system (capsule vs pill vs gelcap vs specialized release system) may be different. Generics from other countries may not be tested as thoroughly to make certain dose of active ingredient is consistent. Discuss concerns with fp/doc &/or pharmacist.

Question 7

how can i stop my allergies?

Accepted Answer

Avoid and treat: You can often lessen symptoms with avoidance and medications. To certain allergens you can greatly lessen sensitivity with specific allergen immunotherapy. You can lessen all ige mediated reactions with Omalizumab (xolair). As allergists we usually recommend various combinations of these depending on severity and duration of symptoms as well as comorbidities (other medical problems).

Question 8

why do you develop an allergy?

Accepted Answer

Genetics: Simple answer: most who develop allergy it is because of genetics and environmental exposure to allergens. In reality it is much more complex than this.

Question 9

should i worry about allergies?

Accepted Answer

If too many symptoms: Hay fever (allergies) is usually due to pollens that are in the air. Some people are allergic to molds and other substances. One can wear a mask when working outdoors or when hiking. Avoid playing outdoors when the pollen or smog levels are high. Medicines such as Claritin otc, zyrtec otc, or prescription eye drops and nasal steroid sprays are helpful. Allergy shots are another option.

Question 10

ragweed allergies, how to deal?

Accepted Answer

Meds, Avoidance: Ragweed allergy presents with congestion, running, itching (eyes and nose), and post-nasal drip (season from August to first frost). See an Allergist in order to confirm suspicion. Intranasal steroid sprays and non-sedating antihistamines can be helpful as well as avoidance measures (keeping car and house windows close, avoid high pollen counts). Also allergy shots or new sublingual tablets.

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