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How to Slowly Wean Myself from the PPD Drug, Lexapro?
Asked by Z.Z. from Dallas
on December 15, 2008
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Hello Ladies,
I am currently taking 10 mg. of Lexapro (once daily) for my post partum and have had good success with it. I've been on it since April, 08. We are t...
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- I was on Lexapro for over 5 years before I got pregnant for anxiety attacks. As soon as we started trying to get pregnant I decided to go off it and I decreased my do...
- My sister-in-law and mother-in-law were both on Lexapro and weaned themselves off. My sister-in-law did it successfully via her doctor's help. My mother-in-law tried...
- I did not use Lexapro, but Zoloft for PPD. When I was ready to get off it, I started by shaving a little off every week with a nail file or fingernail clippers. If I...
What Kind of Doctor for Supplements?
Asked by K.G. from New York
on October 24, 2012
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Hi there,
Does anyone know what kind of doctor I should see about taking supplements. I am currently on some prescription medications and also take magnesium, calciu...
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- Look for a naturopath.
- A pharmacist would probably be able to assist you, or the prescribing physician. If you want to take supplements, see a Homeopathic or Naturopathic physician.
- Start by talking to your pharmacist. That is what they study, drugs, reaction, risks and interaction (and he's free). Then talk to your prescribing doctor. He shoul...
Can I Give Liquid Albuterol and Benedryl to My 2Month Old?
Asked by S.2. from Bakersfield
on July 11, 2011
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Obviously, I'd call her doctor if was around or a pharmacist but they're all closed.
My daughter was prescribed liquid albuterol for her cough on Friday but its not...
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- they used to have ask a nurse when my kids were younger, call a hospital and ask to speak to someone at a nurses station. Some Walgreens are open 24 hours, most doctor...
- You were probably given sheets of patient information when you filled these prescriptions. Read those carefully for dosage, side effects, and interactions. If your que...
- Any chance your doctor/pediatrician has an after hours paging system? Does a local hospital/ER have a pediatrician on staff that you could call and speak to? Medicat...
Do You Read Your Child's Diary?
Asked by S.A. from Chicago
on December 10, 2011
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Let me preface this by saying I always thought I would never invade my childrens' privacy by reading their diary or going through their drawers, but I've learned that ...
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- absolutely not. My children are allowed to their own thoughts and they can share them with me or not. I know my kids feel comfortable enough with me to share the reall...
- Privacy is a priviledge in my home, if my son earns it then he gets to keep it. I am the parent that would remove the door from the room if I felt it needed. I have ...
- I will never, I would never. It is a huge violation of trust IMO. If I suspected drugs I may go threw drawers (it is my house after all even if it is his room) but t...
Stuffy Noses
Asked by J.B. from New York
on November 5, 2007
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hey moms- my son is 2 and has a major stuffy nose. i cannot seem to relieve him of it. i have tried the pedia care decongestant, no help , now i have bought little nos...
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- Definitely use puffs plus WITH LOTION. I am prone to getting sores on my nose when I have a cold if I blow my nose with anything else. They are the absolute softest an...
- Hi J., When my daughter has a cold and is all stuffy, I take a very little amount of Baby Vicks vapor rub and rub that on her back. I rub it in the middle of her b...
- Some of these meds. can have opposite reactions. Like your situation a stuffy nose becoming super runny. Make sure first you ask a pharmacist like at Target if you h...
Advice - ADD/ADHD Meds
Asked by T.B. from Omaha
on April 20, 2011
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Hello moms! I need some help!! My son is 5, and we have struggled this first year in kindergarten. Doctors believe he is ADD/ADHD, and I am partial to believing the...
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- My now-22 year old son has a super deluxe case of ADHD. Clonidine was the very best medicine he ever used, but back then, they stopped using it for kids with ADD, beca...
- first of all take a deep breath and realize that you are not failing miserably. You are doing all the things you can do to help him. And you're doing a great job. A...
- We tried meds for a time with my 4yr old, it did not make enough of a diff that we took him off of them completely. We will be starting school this fall and my tune m...
ADHD And Medication???
Asked by M.R. from Denver
on February 17, 2008
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My son, now 5 1/2 was diagnosed with ADD, Hyperactive kind, 2 years ago.
I was never able to fully accept the diagnosis, but he definately has a lot of the typical sy...
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- i fell for you! my son is adhd, we started him on meds in august and they have done wonders, ask your doctor about stratera its a non stimulant and once it is in th...
- There is nothing wrong with medication if it is used properly. Most boys are hyperactive-but the inability to focus and aggressive behavior is troubling. If he is ge...
- Dear M., Been where you are with two of my three sons. I did succumb to the pressures from school officials, doctors, and even psychologists to try the medication...
Could This Be a Sign of Alzheimers or Something Else ???
Asked by J.D. from Dallas
on August 29, 2011
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Very odd situation happened yesterday and not sure what to think. My aunt is pushing 80. She is my Father's sister. Yesterday she came to my Mom and Dad's house to ...
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- It does have red flags of dementia and/or Alzheimers... Anger is my grandpa's worst part of Alzheimers. It can be very rough and when they take that anger out on thos...
- Yes, unfortunately. She should be seen by her physician.
- There are a mess of issues that could have caused that. A coworker and I were just discussing this because her mother in law is acting strange. My mom used to do t...
IBS Meds and Taking Supplements
Asked by G.H. from Duluth
on October 13, 2010
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Hi there, I have been struggling with IBS for almost 8 years now, but it has gotten alot worse since my hysterectomy 3.5 years ago. My question is that I wsa prescrib...
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- I would never take all those supplements every day. They could build up in your body and cause you to become sick or worse. Have you been tested for Celiac? I was di...
- Mom, THis sounds off but have you had colonsocopy and have you been tested for intestinal parasites by a Gastro Dr? I know someone who had almost dibilitating IBS fo...
- I loved Levsin, when I was having a lot of pain it was like an instant pain killer. My internal physician told me to eat 1/4 cup of 100% bran for breakfast every ...
Suffering from Severe Postpartum Depression - Questions About Zoloft
Asked by M.K. from Los Angeles
on February 12, 2008
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I am the mother of a 3-month old, healthy, happy and calm baby girl but I am having severe postpartum depression. It started when she was about one-month old. I woul...
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- Dear M., I am only a counselor. I do not have the background of a psychiatrist. But, I recently went to a conference by David Burns. He is a guru in the field of t...
- It sounds as though utilizing your support systems is very important at this time. IF u have family , friends or a babysitter, take them up on any opportunity to help...
- I am so sorry you are having these problems! It sounds severe enough to think about some kind of outpatient daily care. I am no doctor, but I am very concerned for you.
