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Updated May 21, 2013

Q: Info on New Patch for ADHD    —Hephzibah, GA

"I am requesting some information on the new ADHd patch called Daytrana. My son has been taking Adderall XR since he w..."

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My son tried the Daytrana patch for one day. We didn't continue because it takes an hour to start working, he was having trouble in class, and our psychiatrist doesn'...

My sone is 6 going on 7 in August he was taking Focalin XR from July '06 - Jan '07. We had to open up the pill and put it in apple sauce. He lost a few pounds with it ...

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Q: Seeking Good Doctor in Woodstock Area    —Woodstock, GA

"I was wondering if there is anyone taking anti deppresent meds for there nerves and axiety . my doctor keeps putting ..."

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it's perfectly reasonable to prescribe certain antidepressants as an anti-anxiety med. If you're concerned you could ask you doctor about something like Valium -- but...

Hi A., I know what you are going through. I have a history of anxiety/depression that had me on meds for years. I had to wean off my Paxil shortly after getting pre...

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Q: Vitamin Confusion    —Metter, GA

"I am trying to find a multivitamin that "fits" me. I printed off a reccomended list of what multivitamins should have..."

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J., I have found that the best approach to insuring the optimal intake of the macronutrients, micronutrients, enzymes and vitamins we need each day is to eat a minimum...

A vitamin is only a supplement. It's not meant to give you all of you daily requirements. That's why you have to eat a balanced diet in order for the foods you consum...

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Q: Vaccinations    —Smyrna, GA

"My son just turned a year and I know he needs his 12 month shots, however with all this hipe going on about autism an..."

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Dear A., I had similar concerns with my son...he's 2 years old...however, after speaking with his pediatrician and doing my own research, there is no proof that the...

Hello A., I'm assuming you already requested to have his MMR staggered and your pediatrician refused? I don't honestly remember my son's exact vac. schedule (he's ...

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Q: H1N1 Flu Vaccination - Are You Going to Get This for Your Kids or Not?    —Suwanee, GA

"Hi Moms, I would like to know your views about the H1N1 vaccination (which is more popular as Swine Flu) for your ..."

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we are no longer taking any flu shots and that decision is based on advice from doctors we believe in http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4SmFxyust0 http://articles.merco...

My son is 17 months and we are going on a Caribbean cruise in a few weeks. When I asked my pediatrician if there was anything we should think about before going, she ...

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Q: Premenopause    —Marietta, GA

"I wondered what are some of the products anyone is taking over the counter that has been helpful once you realized y..."

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I agree with the natural progesterone cream. I had a hysterectomy last year and use it and also remifemin (which helps estrogen levels). I have no ovaries though. The ...

I know EXACTLY how you feel! I went through those exact syptoms in my early 40's too. I used to tell people that if a body could spontaniously combust...mine would! ...

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Q: Has Any One Taken Metformin    —Kennesaw, GA

"Hi!! Have any of you taken a medication called metformin it is prescribed it's taken for many reasons for by diabeti..."

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I took metformin for ovulation problems. It upset my stomach TERRIBLY! After I took it, I had to be no more than walking distance from the restroom. I know that it ...

Hi M., I have been on Metformin since February 2007. My OBGYN gave it to me after i was diagnosed with PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) it is supposed to help wit...

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Q: Over the Counter Meds for ADHD    —Loganville, GA

"Has anyone used the med called attentive child for ADHD?"

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S., I am sorry, I have never heard of this medication. I like the name of it.

I have a step daughter who is on ADHD medication and has been for 5 years. She has only gained 10lbs and has grown maybe 2 inches in the last 5 years. There are better...

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Q: Getting Son to Take Liquid Antibiotic    —Atlanta, GA

"I am having a difficult time getting my five year old to take a liquid antibiotic. He was on Cephalexin for 10 days f..."

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I go the Mary Poppins route. My daughter and I will sing "A Spoonfull of Sugar" as I sprinkle a pinch of sugar into the dose of medicine. It doesn't take much. It's...

If he likes pudding, yogurt, or chocolate milk , you can try hidding it in that. What I used to do was to put a little choc. pudding on a spoon and squirt some of the ...

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Q: "YAZ" Birth Control    —Loganville, GA

"Good morning Ladies! I keep seeing the comercials about Yaz. I need any and all experiences with the drug. I suffe..."

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I was on it for a while and it regulated my periods wonderfully but it caused my eczema to break out all over my body after a few months. I don't use hormone treatmen...

Hi D.. My GYN put me on Yaz last year (age 35) after having taken Yasmin (slightly higher dose of the same brand) for several years. I did great on Yasmin - short, u...

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