Congestive Heart Failure

What medications are oK is use when you have a pacemarker ## You should really discuss this with your doctor. There are several factors in play here that could affect whether or not any given medication is safe for you to use. For example, with active congestive heart failure, you can't use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications, such as Ibuprofen, because they can cause more fluid retention. There are also some medications that are used to improve heart function for other conditions, but aren't safe for someone with congestive heart failure. Have you talked to your doctor about this?

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Is it safe for a man with congestive heart failure to take fildena 50mg ## Hello, Cherie! How are you? It would be best to see medical advice on this matter. The active ingredient in this, Sildenafil, can cause additional lowering of the blood pressure and heart rate, so it may adversely effect someone that has CHF. It may also have interactions with any medications the person is taking. Which ones have been prescribed? Is there anything else I can help with?

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My farther is 89 and already diagnosed with heart failure. Congestive Heart Failure. From my poor knowledge this might be Diastolic heart failure as he has fluid accumulation in the feet, ankles and legs. This was initially controlled by lasix,, Aldactone and angizaar/Lorsatum then the fluid was lost but legs remain with stiff muscles. Then later prednisolone was introduced and now he is too weak to walk. Is this combination of drug correct? How can we help him to relieve the problem of stiff muscles?

I have acute Sciatica & also have a heart condition. Will Coxflan relieve the Sciatica pain & will there be any problem with my heart condition? I am 71 & battling with the back & leg pain. Thanks for any help. ## Coxflam contains the active ingredient Meloxicam, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and no, these are not usually given to heart patients, because of the dangers that they can present to someone that has an existing heart condition. NSAID can cause fluid retention, which can result in complications, such as congestive heart failure. In addition, congestive heart failure has been induced by large doses and long-term use of some NSAID medications. My doctor has instructed me to stay away from all of them and said the only thing I should use is Acetaminoph...

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I took this in the past and recently started back up. Been on it about 5 days now and last night started experiencing heart "flutters". I have had issues with this in the past and take atenolol for that but since I started back on the phentermine, been having them again. Is this a normal reaction to phentermine? I take 30mg and take it in the morning. ## Yes, this medication is basically a stimulant, so it can cause elevated heart rate, elevated blood pressure, both of which may cause palpitations, according to FDA reports. It also carries the risk of being habit forming. If you have some type of heart issue, it may not be safe for you to take this medication. Was it prescribed by your PCP? Have you consulted a cardiologist? I have congestive heart failure and am not allowed to ...

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I have allegies to a lot of stuff now that ive gotten older.most allergy meds affect my bp. 12 hr allergy meds dont seem to work. Are there any allergy meds that are not prescription that do work and dont affect bp i use to be able to take loradine.but not now ## Hello, Lily! How are you? If your doctor approves, both Benadryl and Allegra can be taken by someone with a heart condition or high blood pressure. I had congestive heart failure 5 years ago and my cardiologist has approved both of them. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, drowsiness and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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These were my mothers pills wondered what they were for Heart Failure, White Oblong Pill Heart Shape on it with 2112 on the other side. ## Hi, Debrabro! How are you? The numbers are actually intended to be 2772 and this tablet contains 150mgs of Irbesartan, it's an ARB that used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions, such as congestive heart failure, so your guess was right on. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Learn more Irbesartan details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you. Debra

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drug for congestive heart failure ## We need to send a cardixine 0.25 mg (digoxion Tablets ) from Jordan to a patient in iraq ( woman 52 yers old) , she has high blood pressure .Is this drug o.k.,and she has progressive growth in heart messels. Pls advice.Thanks

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Heart Drug......momma uses it for congestive heart failure and i want to know all about it and the dangers of it...One dr says its like taking poison and another says its great? Please help ## Please see the page on Amiodarone for more information on this drug. Once you go to the page scroll down and click on 'View Full Listing' to pull up the side effects, instructions, etc. Thank You!

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My husband has added drugs for congestive heart failure in the last few months. He has developed a rash. the dermotolist ,after a biopsy say it is a drug interreaction. the new drug are digoxin,furosmide,xarelto,potassium cl re. He has been on lopresser.avodart,ramipril and crestor for years with no side effects. The dermotiligist also prescribed prednisone,which did stop the rash, but once he stopped using it, the rash returned. Is prolonged use of Prednisone harmful? Do you see anything in the prescriptions he takes cause the rash. ## Hi, Barb! Sorry that your husband is having such issues and I hope he is getting better. Has he consulted his cardiologist? Because there can be some dangers to taking the Prednisone if he's in active CHF, it can cause elevated blood pressure, elevat...

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Spironolactone - A tablet for congestive heart failure ## I have PCOS and I am taking metformin for it but my physician gave me a prescription for Spironolactone for the facial hair. Will this eliminate the facial hair and should I be worried about losing my hair on my head? I am also worried about the side effects of diarrhea as the metformin already upsets my stomach. ## Spironolactone is a potassium sparing diuretic, and an aldosterone agonist, so it is used to help remove fluid from the body, to treat conditions such as congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, edema, and yes, it can also help with excess facial hair, or hirsutism. No, it should not cause hair loss on your head. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, headache, increased urination, ...

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I am 57 yr old Male, I have congestive heart failure with injection ratio of 15%. It appears that when I take hydrocodone I have more energy and less breathing problems. Has this been found to be a benificial side affect. When I dont take it I dont have the desire or energy to do anything. ## Hydrocodone is used in some prescription cough syrups, because it has been know to help with cough and congestion. Another way it may be helping is through the fact that it causes depression of the central nervous system, so it may be helping your heart by slowing it down, so it doesn't work as hard. Is your doctor aware that you are taking it? Such use should be monitored on a regular basis. And what medications do you take for your heart and the CHF? ## Yes my Cardiologist is aware of this pe...

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My husband's INR is at 1.5 should we be concerned...He has congestive heart failure and has a pace/devib also ## It really depends on what his doctor is aiming for, because in many cases, when they are using anticoagulants, such as Warfarin, they do try to aim for around 2.5. What has his doctor advised? Have they made any adjustments to his dosage?

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My Farther has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure with terrible blue thick swollen legs, water sometimes leaks through the skin. The cardiologist gave him Sandoz Theophylline 200mg, Plenish K, Cortaject, Angised, I found out what the rest is for {Pulmison, Purgoxin. Spiractin} but couldn't find anything on the 1st 4 pills. Could you please let me know what it's for. ## Hello, Esta! How is your father doing? Plenish K is a potassium supplement used to prevent the potassium loss that may happen, when someone is on medications to remove excess fluid from the body. It can be dangerous, if someone's potassium drops too low, so the doctor likely prescribed this as a precautionary measure. The FDA does warn that potassium supplements can be very rough on the stomach, so h...

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## Furosemide (20 mg) is a loop diuretic used in the treatment of congestive heart failure and edema. For more information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## IS THIS FUROSIDE IS SAME AS A PERCET OR NOT

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My mother was dx in March 2015 with congestive heart failure. She originally had a double heart valve replacement (May 2011) for her mitral and aortic valves. It seemed ever since she was sick (before the endocarditis dx) that her immune system was compromised greatly. My mom was taken to a regular dr appt. August 6th and my dad and her found out coumadin levels were off the charts. They rushed my mom to the hospital 25 miles away and immediately put her on the Medical ICU floor. When they came into her room to start running diagnostics and everything one of the infectious disease doctors told my dad and I that Metformin has been known to cause death. (My mom was still with us at this time, but we found that she was in septic shock and multiple organ failure!) She passed just 24 hours a...

can this med be taken since ive been diagnosed with congestive heart failure hydroxyzine pamoate 50 mg ## Hello, Robin! How are you? Has this medication been prescribed for you? Only your doctor can decide whether or not it is safe for you take. As reported by the FDA, it might be contraindicated in some people that have chronic heart failure, and/or high blood pressure. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation.

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furosem tab 40 mg lasic ## Furosemide is a loop diuretic most commonly used to treat Congestive Heart Failure and Edema. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, hyponatremia and dehydration. Read more: Do you have any questions? ## What do I do when my furosemide is not working? I take 40 mg in the morning and at night...it wasn't working so I doubled up on my dose and take 2 in the morning and 2 at night. I am still so swollen my legs hurt from the swelling and my skin being pulled too tight and my scrotum is even swelled up... It's the size of a small cantaloupe...

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Levosimendan

Levosimendan (INN) /livosamndn/ is a calcium sensitizer used in the management of acutely decompensated congestive heart failure. It is marketed under the trade name Simdax (Orion Corporation). Overall the drug has a two fold mechanism of action. It leads to greater ionotrophy by increasing the calcium sensitivity as it binds to Troponin and this results in a greater positive iontrophic force. Secondly, the drug is able to open ATP sensitive potassium channels in vascular smooth muscle cells,...

WHAT IS THIS PRESCRIBED FOR? ## Furosemide is a loop diuretic used in the treatment of congestive heart failure and edema. For more information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## This Furosemide I have is probably 7-8 yrs old. Does the compound change or do you think it gets weak? Thanks! I hope you can help. ## Hi Jo, When it comes to drugs and medication I believe it is best to not take any chances with the past expiration date. They may still be ok to take if they haven't been exposed to a high amount of heat or various other conditions outside of the bottle, however I am not a pharmacist or MD, so I cannot guarantee if it is safe for you to consume. I would recommend ...

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