All Categories > Medications & Pharmacies

Read Questions, Answers and Tips from Moms

Related Categories

All Medications & Pharmacies Questions

Updated Feb 09, 2010

Q: What Do You Think About the MMR Shot    —Miami, FL

"My daughter recently caught the Robeola Virus (form of Measles) ~ we have no idea how but the doctor said that it cou..."

Answers:

My son was vaccinated with the MMR at 15 months. My son had a reaction to the vaccine and we spent 10 days with high fever and a rash for 5 of those days. But he cam...

You don't have to buy the shots individually yourself. The Dr can order it that way.

4 more answers >>

Q: Adderal Xr    —Bellaire, OH

"my son was put on adderal xr about a year ago and i was wondering if anyone knows if a child usually stays on this me..."

Answers:

My son is 10 yrs old and has been on Concerta for about 3 yrs now. Before he was on Clonidine(sp).. With th Concerta it is a time release med. and by the time he wakes...

I am on XR and have had no addiction to it unlike what the previous poster posted about. Maybe it's different for everyone? But I can go weeks with out taking it and...

8 more answers >>

Q: Seasonal Birth Control Pills Causing Depression?    —West Chester, OH

"I am wondering if any of you have suffered depression, anxiety, anger, or any other mood issues while taking Seasonal..."

Answers:

Hi L., I am not on that type of BC now but I almost started. Just wanted to give you a suggestion. If you decide to take a different BC the Nuvaring is wonderful....

I have never been on that specific birth control pill, but others that have done the same. I also know many other women who have this problem. I opted for natural meth...

4 more answers >>

Q: Adderall - Users    —Norwalk, CT

"Adderall - add/adhd medicine does anyone have any comments on this? What have you heard? Good bad, side effects..."

Answers:

S., I seen you were asking about adderall, well from having experienceing with my daughter being on it,I think that she does very well with this one better then all th...

My daughter has been taking adderall xr for 2 years now. It has made all the difference in her academics. She can focus and attend and learn... all the things we praye...

2 more answers >>

Q: Getting My Toddler to Take Yucky Medicine    —Clarkston, MI

"I need help! My two year old is supposed to take Fer-in-sol (iron supplement) because her hemoglobin is a little low..."

Answers:

I know an oral vitamin that tastes better that would fill the need that she has. Let me know if you want information! S. ____@____.com

My son in 23-months-old and when I want him to take his medicine (sometimes it is yucky tasting) I grab a straw and suck it up and then hold the top of it and ask him ...

31 more answers >>

Q: PCOS And Ending Medication    —Baltimore, OH

"I have been PCOS diagnosed for 13 years. I have been taking Glucophage for roughly 10 years. I have 2 beautiful dau..."

Answers:

Hi D., Metformin is identical to the name brand and they are very reasonably priced.I take 2 500 mg. tablets a day, my cost $11.46 per month.I had the non generic fo...

Dear D., I'm sorry to hear bout your financial situation right now. My husband and I have had a rough time for the past year or so, and I understand. I would rec...

4 more answers >>

Q: Prozac for Kids    —San Antonio, TX

"My doctor recommends that my 4 year old tries prozac. She is having some potty training problems, both awake and sle..."

Answers:

Hi T., Well, childhood depression/anxiety is real, but I would not start there. You do need to do something because the brain is very sensitive if these conditions ar...

Do not give your child chemicals i.e. meds, is that doctor on CRACK!?! She is still growing and changing in everyway possible, why would anyone risk screwing up the ch...

31 more answers >>

Q: Has Any Mom's Been on Zoloft?    —Houston, TX

"Hello Mom's, I am curious to find out if any of you have ever used Zoloft for depression? If so, have any of you exp..."

Answers:

I have been on it for about 3 years now... I started gaining a little weight but you have to get out and excerise and get alot of sunlight. A beautifull day will make...

I have been on Zoloft for several years and I actually lost weight. My problem was that it made me very thirsty. But all in all I liked it.

32 more answers >>

Q: Seeking Moms Familiar with Fosomax or Other Meds for Osteopenia    —Harrisburg, OR

"If you have any experience with any medications for Osteopenia I would really like to hear what you have to say. I w..."

Answers:

My doctor didn't want to do that scan or consider medication until after I went through menopause. He felt it was too early. My mom, who is 78 has been on it for over...

Hi S., My mother in law has taken this sence it first came out on the market, she has had none of these side effects. So far I have been lucky, I have had to only inc...

11 more answers >>

Q: Terrible Diaper Rash-poss. Yeast Infec. from Omnicef    —Petersburg, VA

"Has anyone had a child who's had an allergic reaction to Omnicef?!This is the third time my 13 mo daughter has been o..."

Answers:

My 4 yr old had the same issue with Omnicef when she was a baby and had MANY ear infections. I took her off the meds told the Dr he needed to change her and he did! As...

Hi R., I haven't had that reaction from Omnicef, but thought I would let you know that Bag Balm, in a green tin can at WalMart, may help her bottom. I used it for ...

22 more answers >>

Required Fields

Our records show that we already have a Mamapedia or Mamasource account created for you under the email address you entered.

Please enter your Mamapedia or Mamasource password to continue signing in.

Cancel Login
Forgot Password?
Required Fields

, you’re almost done...

Since this is the first time you are logging in to Mamapedia with Facebook Connect, please provide the following information so you can participate in the Mamapedia community.

As a member, you’ll receive optional email newsletters and community updates sent to you from Mamapedia, and your email address will never be shared with third parties.

By clicking "Continue to Mamapedia", I agree to the Mamapedia Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Cancel Login