Medications
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Pain Medications and Pregnancy
Asked by R.S. from Sacramento
on October 14, 2008
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Ok. I need some input, from mother's who were unable to withdrawl from pain medications during pregnancy and can provide me some input. (I realize that no medications ...
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- Hi R., I'm hoping you have talked to your OB about taking a pregnancy category C drug during your pregnancy and he/she explained the likelihood of your baby having wi...
- As a detox counselor My greatest suggesting for you is to confront your OB doctor on this as it is a serious condition to withdraw while pregnant. It is something yo...
- Hi, I am a mom of 4 and have been through severe back injuries and pain/ meds, etc. At one point I was 100% disabled about 18 months ago. I have been working wit...
Friend Breasfeeding & with Depression ( Any Medication That's Ok to Take?)
Asked by E.D. from Miami
on April 18, 2008
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alternative or not, better if not
I heard that mostly all of them are not allowed because they pass through the milk
Any info you have.
Thanks
(I'm a worried friend)
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- You're a nice person to be worried about your friend. There are in fact several anti-depressants that are safe to take while breastfeeding. I second the poster who h...
- I would strictly go by what a physician says and also get a second opinion about the medication from 2 dr's so you have a better idea. Google the medication as well to...
- None until finished tell her to excercize kick in the good endorphenes it really works walk alot keep active hope that helps C
Weaning off of Anti-antixety Medication??????
Asked by M.M. from Minneapolis
on December 3, 2010
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Hi there I have been on citrolpram generic for celexa for anxiety for the last yr and a half!!! I recently stopped taking it just because im feeling good and Im tota...
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- Call the Dr who put you on it and ask them to wean you off it.
- I have not been on this med., so that part of your question I cannot answer. But I do know that anxiety, like other medical issues, should prob. have doctor'...
- I have family members who periodically choose to go off of medications (for stress and also for depression). It has been my experience that they feel fine, but the fam...
Anxiety and Depression Meds?
Asked by M.T. from Dallas
on February 17, 2009
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What are some good anxiety and depression meds out there?
Do they work? Effective?
What are your experiences with Depression and Anxiety meds?
Are there meds to...
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- I have used Zoloft which helped for awhile but didn't help as much as needed to and didn't help with the anxiety. I currently (and have been for about 2 1/2 years) am...
- I have taken Lexapro in the past. I think it probably saved my life. The only side effect I had was when I first started taking it I was really thirsty. That only l...
- I have not tried Rx ones but wanted to share that I take about 3000mg of Omega 3's (Nordic Naturals) a day to help with anxiety...amazingly it works for me. Just thoug...
Migraine Preventative Medication
Asked by D.C. from Dallas
on February 10, 2009
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Hi ladies,
Have you had success with migraine preventative therapy? I have tried Topamax and Vivactil. Both gave me worsened asthma and so I am selectively looking ...
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- My friend gets Botox injections in her scalp for migraine prevention. She had many headaches each month... I'd say she lost 5 to 8 days each month to headaches and sh...
- I use maxalt for my migraines. I get auras so I know when I am getting a migraine. I take the maxalt, 2 rapid release tylenol and drink a caffienated drink. Althoug...
- Have you tried a chiropractor? It eliminates the need for scripts. My 7 yo DD has migraines and last time we saw a neurologist (2 months ago), he wanted to put her o...
Remembering / Keeping up with Medicines
Asked by S.H. from Huntsville
on October 24, 2010
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I've recently had to start taking a couple medicines daily. One in the morning, the other at night. I usually have hard time remembering to take medicines for longer...
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- Try one of those keychain medicine holders. Here's an example. http://www.amazon.com/Waterproof-Airtight-Pill-Holder-Keychain/dp/B0012NL9BI
- Lauren is right....go to your pharmacy and look at the "stuff" that they usually have displayed nearby. If you need to ask for help...ask for a keychain bottle that he...
- Every morning I always put on my makeup. (Don't go anywhere without at least a little :-) I put the medications that I take in the morning in my makeup bag so that whe...
Panic Attack Meds
Asked by A.H. from New York
on July 28, 2010
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I need to find a new med. I was on paxcil for a while.. it worked.. then it stopped. now i'm on citalopram.. it is doing nothing. I want to feel better. I feel pa...
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- Panic attacks are a kind of anxiety disorder and are commonly prescribed by primary care physicians as well as specialists. Here's a list of drug classes that are c...
- This is a question best addressed with your psychiatrist. He/she is the most knowledgeable about the medication options and which ones might be best for you to try. I ...
- i used to use klonopin in college and it worked great! good luck!
Prescriptiion Meds While travelling...how Do You Store Them?
Asked by T.M. from Bakersfield
on November 3, 2010
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My mom is going away to stay with a friend for a few days and does not want to take 5 bottles of meds with her. She usually uses the little plastic separator cases an...
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- Does it have to be the prescription bottle to be proof of the prescription? Maybe you can get a copy of the label for the prescriptions and take them with you with th...
- I don't know if it's illegal but it is definitely dangerous. If something should happen and she's unable to communicate with emergency personell they need to have an a...
- It's definitely NOT illegal to travel with Rx drugs stored in organizational containers. But for health and safety reasons outlined by Angi below, it's best to have t...
Alternative Medicines in Northern Suburbs
Asked by J. from Chicago
on February 26, 2007
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My mom has had back problems for about the last 30 years and they don't seem to be getting better. She knows what causes most of the issues(arthritis, degenerative dis...
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- heartwood in evanston has good acupuncturists (terri clemens for example). there is also a woman in highland park named J. segall who is fantastic.
- Your Mom should do a combination of chiropractic, accupressure and accupuncture. They've done wonders for me!
- Hi J. I am a Chiropractor here in Evanston and would be happy to answer any questions that you may have. First of all, I see a lot of patients who have Degenerative...
Needing an Answer for Medications While Pregnant..
Asked by A.D. from Atlanta
on July 16, 2009
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I just found out I was pregnant about a week ago...I am waiting to see if I approve for medicaid. In the past week...I have had a severe toothache..and finally went t...
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- It is safe to take tylenol as well as tylenol PM while pregnant. Do not take ibuprofen or aspirin. I would go to your local health department to see if they could help...
- If nothing has changed since I was pregnant 3 years ago, Tylenol is okay, but ASPIRIN is the big NO. Aspirin thins your blood (and the baby's) and could do serious da...
- I know you have had a lot of responses but I just wanted to add a couple things. Just a correction, the max amount of Tylenol is 4 gms or 4,000 mg a day. which means i...
