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Hi I have been on accutane 2 times. 9 months at the age of 16 and 10 months at the age of 18. I have had many problems over the last 10 years like depression, insomnia, nocturia, stomach issues, eye strain and on. Is it possible this drug did some damage? ## Yes, the NIH does report that Accutane has been known to cause some long term ill health effects, including the issues you've mentioned, plus reproductive issues for women and fetal abnormalities, if taken while a woman is pregnant. Are you on any other medications? Have you had these checked out by your doctor?

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I have a son that took accutane 60 mg a day for six months in a row three years ago. Now after many trips to doctors over strange medical problems, it seems accuatne is the culprit medication that has caused servere joint and muscle pain, severe dry lips, redness in face, eye infections of own immune system attacking itself, systems of osteoarthritis in both shoulders, both wrist and right hand, blood in stool, possible hair loss, abnormal liver function test results in AST and ALT. My son went from being a high school football and track athlete while taking this medication three years ago to someone that is in constant pain just washing a car. After I have researched this drug extensively, I can't believe that the FDA allows this drug originally made for cancer patients to be marke...

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How long after Xtandi has reduced PSA levels to zero or almost zero does it take for PSA levels to start to rise and I will have to find another step in treatment? ## Hi Marlee, I'll be honest, I don't know anything about PSA levels or what that stands for medically, BUT, looking at the estimated half life of Xtandi (enzalutamide) you can get a really good idea of how long it will be working in your body since your last dose. According to The University of Utah, the mean half life of Xtandi is 5.8 days with a broad range of anywhere between 2.8 – 10.2 days. So if Xtandi reduced your PSA levels shortly after ingestion, it will take about 5 days for half of that dose to be eliminated from your body; and then another 5 days for half of that remaining half to be eliminated, an...

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Albuterol

Salbutamol, also known as albuterol and sold under the brand name Ventolin among others,[1] is a medication that opens up the medium and large airways in the lungs.[6] It is a short-acting β2 adrenergic receptor agonist which works by causing relaxation of airway smooth muscle.[6] It is used to treat asthma, including asthma attacks, exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).[6] I...

I have been on dexilant now for 3 months and for me it's been good. My concern is of course the long-term effect with this medication as it seems this medication is used for short-term up to 6 months from what I have read. Why is that?? My wife has been on another proton pill for like 15 years now but this one seems different. Can you actually take this one forever? What's the alternative if you're not able due to the long-term issues? This medication works for me but I'm a little nervous if I'm not able to take this one long term. Thanks for taking the time to read my post. ## Hello, Bert! How are you? Actually, all of them increase the risk of hip fractures, with long-term use, especially in the elderly, according to the NIH. This applies to all PPIs. Other side ef...

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I'm having a very difficult time finding a Dermatologist that accepts Medicaid. I live in Western Suffolk County and will even travel to Nassau County. ## Hello, Pat! How are you? The best idea that I can offer you is to call the NY Medicaid recipient number and see if they have a listing for one in your area that accepts it. You can reach them at 800-541-2831. Does anyone else have any ideas or suggestions? Do you have a PCP that you see regularly? If so, they may also be able to refer you to someone that accepts it. ## Thanks for the suggestion. I'll give it a try! Pat ## Very welcome! I hope you find the help you need! Post back and keep me updated, thanks! ## Hi Pat, I am going to let you know that unfortunately, no matter how great or lousy your insurance is, suboxone docto...

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i am looking for a doctor in Long Island that is covered dy Medicaid ## Forgettabout' it! I'll do you a favor and save you at least 1&1/2 days which ='s wasting 36 hours calling dozens of doctors trying and hoping to find just even a single one who will accept even any kind of insurance (let alone yours). Not even any or even a one doctor will accept any medical insurance for suboxone treatment/ prescription and if you do find that one doctor in the NY tri-state area, please let me know. Legally/according to law, they away required and have to accept your insurance as payment, if they participate/accept your health insurance plan. BUT say suboxone/subutex/buprenorphrine & your done --- meaning no insurances are ever accepted for opiate maintenance programs. Dirty, sn...

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Zafirlukast

Zafirlukast is an orally administered leukotriene receptor antagonist (LTRA) used for the chronic treatment of asthma. While zafirlukast is generally well tolerated, headache and stomach upset often occur. Some rare side effects can occur, which can be life-threatening, such as liver failure. Churg-Strauss syndrome has been associated with zafirlukast, but the relationship isn't thought to be causative in nature. Overdoses of zafirlukast tend to be self-limiting. Zafirlukast, like other LTRAs...

Ferric Maltol

Iron supplements, also known as iron salts and iron pills, are a number of iron formulations used to treat and prevent iron deficiency including iron deficiency anemia.[1][2] For prevention they are only recommended in those with poor absorption, heavy menstrual periods, pregnancy, hemodialysis, or a diet low in iron.[2][3] Prevention may also be used in low birth weight babies.[2] They are taken by mouth, injecti...

Quinapril

Quinapril, sold under the brand name Accupril among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart failure, and diabetic kidney disease.[1][2] It is a reasonable initial treatment for high blood pressure.[2] It is taken by mouth.[1][2] Common side effects include headaches, dizziness, feeling tired, and cough.[2] Serious side effects may include liver problems, low ...

Isotretinoin

Isotretinoin, also known as 13-cis-retinoic acid and sold under the brand name Accutane among others, is a medication primarily used to treat severe acne. It is also used to prevent certain skin cancers (squamous-cell carcinoma), and in the treatment of other cancers. It is used to treat harlequin-type ichthyosis, a usually lethal skin disease, and lamellar ichthyosis. It is a retinoid, meaning it is related to vitamin A, and is found in small quantities naturally in the body. Its isomer, tre...

I have been prescribed Altraday one tablet in the night for suspected CTS (Corporal Tunnel Syndrome) at right hand wrist. I have been taking the same and if I miss one or two days, the pain erupts again and it stops on continuing the tablet. How long I should continue to take? ## you can take altraday continuously upto six months and thereafter give a break of ten to fifteen days and restart the course again for next six months. it is very much safe according to the research studies ## This medication contains Aceclofenac, and Rabeprazole, and you should take it as long as your doctor deems it safe for you to do so. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding, and stomach irritation. Long-term use does increase the...

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how long can we expect depressed behavior in our daughter Accutane stopped 2 months ago ## It is hard to say for some it has been a permanent fixture. In fact studies have shown it shrinks the frontal cortex. What has your daughter tried, diet, meditation, exercise etc? Also, have you taken your daughter to see a doctor? ## I'm sorry but 20yrs later and I'm still waiting for my son and daughters depression to get better . They took roaccutane in their teens , now in their 30's , I can't begin to tell you how it has affected every aspect of their lives . I wish you and your dauhter all the very best .

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I've come across two of these white oblong pills with this exact marking on them on one side, no markigs on the other side. I was in a serious automobile accident a few years back and was prescribed several medications to help me deal with the pain I experienced as I was recovering. I cannot find any other clues as to their origin beyond that... Any hslp you can provide will be most appreciated! ## This pill you are talking about is a back and body pain pill. the only reason i know is cause my dad takes them for his pains ## To add some specific details, this tablet contains 500mgs of Aspirin and 32.5mgs of Caffeine and is most commonly used to treat headaches, it is available over the counter. Learn more Aspirin details here and you can learn more Caffeine details here. Side effect...

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My 25 yr old daughter took accutaine 6 months ago, for 5 months and now has depression and fatigue. Also she has ringing in her ears, blurry vision and headaches. She's having trouble working as she did a year ago. Anyone else have these symptoms? Any suggestions about what she can do to help with these symptomsand how long they may last? Thanks for any help anyone can offer. ## Accutane is actually well known for causing such symptoms, even after the course of treatment is finished. However, to be certain that's what has caused them, she should see a doctor who can give her a proper diagnose and help her find solutions. Are there any other questions or comments?

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Hydrochlorothiazide, HCTZ + Quinapril

FDA modified its labeling on February, 2009 to include a precaution of drug interaction with gold. "Nitritoid reactions (symptoms include facial flushing, nausea, vomiting and hypotension) have been reported rarely in patients on therapy with injectable gold (sodium aurothiomalate) and concomitant ACE inhibitor therapy including Monopril/Monopril HCT."[6] See also Perindopril/indapamide, a combination of an ACE inhibitor and a thiazide-like diuretic References .mw-parser...

A Year back by accident I had checked my BP and it was 210/130 & I underwent various treatments in the hospital. I was advised to take Amlong 2.5mg & Telma 40 twice a day. I just wanted to know the indications & side effects of these tablets & why two tablets were given? ## Year back by accident had checked by BP, it was on Hyper i.e., 210/130 & under went various treatment in the hospital. And was suggested to take Amlong 2.5mg & Telma 40 twice a day. Wanted to know the side effect of this tablets & Very important point is that wanted to know why two tablet given, can i know the use of this tablet ## Amlong contains the active ingredient Amlodipine, it is a calcium channel blocker that is most commonly given to help lower high blood pressure. Telma contains ...

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I found a white rectangular or oblong with 3 scores and the number 11 each number r in between the 2 middle scores. Help identifying it would be greatly appreciated.ty ## xanax 2mg ## @John, Is there any way you can verify that the pill in question is in fact xanax? Do you have the manufacturer's name or possibly the national drug code? I just want to make sure that the drug has been accurately identified as I could not find any specific details about a xanax bar fitting the description that John C provided. Any additional information would be helpful, thank you!

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Does this really work? Is it better than co q 10? ## Since it is also just another over the counter supplement, it is not proven to work for anything or to work any better than any other brand on the market. Does anyone have experience using this product? ## is dr. al sears legitimate anti aging doctor ## Yes it realy works better than CoQ10, But Dr.Sears did not invent it ! It is Ubiquinol (Kaneka QH®) Developed by Kaneka Nutrients, And you can have the same stuff by other brands, for as little as 1/6 of the price of Accel ! ## High quality CoQ10 works, but Ubiquinol is more expensive because it is highly unstable and susceptible to oxidation. Dr. William Judy, long-time CoQ10 researcher has published research showing that the CoQ10 absorbed in the intestines is ubiquinone b...

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