Question 1

hi, i have been using femiplan pills for more than five months now and i have gained weight a lot and body itching,,can the pills be the route cause?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Contraceptive pills can cause weight gain, fluid retention. Please consult your doctor .
http://patient.info/doctor/combined-oral-contraceptive-pill-first-prescription

Question 2

any side effects for taking garlic pills?

Accepted Answer

None: Garlic seems to be a popular nutrition addition although there is no data to support its efficacy. The only side effect is the cost of the item.

Question 3

how can i lose weight without taking pills?

Accepted Answer

Eat less ; exercise: The key to losing weight is not pills or a temporary diet but permanent changes in diet. Sugars ; simple carbs from grains esp. Cause weight gain. It's also wise to avoid fried foods. I like dr. Furhman's diet: http://bit.Ly/1dhw9ht  
dr. Weil has useful info: http://huff.To/19ygs8y ; http://bit.Ly/1btzrp7 
exercise is also important!
it's also best to choose organic foods: http://bit.Ly/1dhw9ht.

Question 4

why shouldn't i eat after taking zicam pills?

Accepted Answer

Zicam: Visit www.Zicam.Com for questions concerning this medication. Most doctors know very little about otc medications and reliable clinical studies are often lacking to support a physician's recommendation for use.

Question 5

can one eat just after taking abortion pills?

Accepted Answer

Avoid certain foods: Depending on which medication or "pill", 
individual instructions will be given.  Methotrexate patients will be asked to avoid foods with folic acid. Avoid alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, and related medications and other nonprescription drugs.

Question 6

why i get dharea after taking my diabetis pill?

Accepted Answer

Side Effects: This is a well known and common side effect.  It is well stated in the information on the drug you got from your pharmacist. If your symptoms are intolerable then it is time to ask your doctor for other options.

Question 7

after taking abortion pills do you need to eat?

Accepted Answer

Nutritious Diet: After an abortion it is important to hydrate well  ; to eat a balanced diet rich in iron.

Question 8

are there any medical risks for taking the pill?

Accepted Answer

Yes: All hormones have medical risks. The most important risks are hypertension, cardiovacular disease and blood clots. If you have a history of clotting disorder, migraine headaches or hypertension, you should not take combined hormones. Also if you are a smoker over the age of 35 you should not take the pill.

Question 9

can i eat after taking the second abortion pill?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: Yes, but you may get nauseated. Did your doctor give you anything to help prevent that? I wouldn't eat a big meal.

Question 10

does taking emergency pill on ovulation day work?

Accepted Answer

: Post-exposure prophylaxis, Plan B, is about 95% effective in preventing pregnancy, if taken within 72 hours of sex.
If you do not wish to be pregnant, use contraception all the time, every time. You may consider implanted contraceptive, or IUD. 
Practice safe sex : https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines
Get HPV vaccine.

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