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I been on Linzess for like 2-3yrs. It is the best that has happened since Zelnorm. I seen everyone's Q&A's and tp answer those in question. I work 8-4pm and usually take it around 3pm giving it an hr or so before eating and by 6 or 7pm it works wonders. For those having severe constipation like myself, I take another before bedtime which is 11/1130pm and by 530am it also releases the rest of stool. So in short, take one around 11pm or bedtime AND another the next day around 3pm (ASK your doctor first if two is suitable- as im not sure and never asked) AND (depending on your work schedule). Just make sure it's an hour before you leave work. ## I believe if you take it twice a day you may desensitize. I cannot site the NIH page I read this on but you could Google it. Best ...

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Hello Doctor put me on Fortesta for low testosterone level. I'm 44 and the level was 187. Been feeling pretty low, etc. The usual symptoms. Been on it about a week now. 4 pumps a day. Couple of questions: 1. Seems to take about 3-4 hours to completely dry. That seem right? 2. Leaving a red itchy patch at application site. Alternating daily, but running out of real estate on the inner thigh so to speak, before the area heals and can handle another application. Any recommendations to relieve the red itchy patches so that I can re-apply to the area sooner? Thanks! ## Hi BDD, I'm not sure what the answer would be to your first question, but if you're still concerned about the red itchy patches, I would personally recommend rubbing a couple drops of lavender essential oil (perhap...

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I am 31 and have a life insurance policy where I am a "non-smoker" (I know, bad move) I want to get Chantix and quit smoking, but am worried that my life insurance company can find out about the prescription and deny any future benefits should i kick the bucket. Any truth in this? I realize this question is very off topic, but couldnt find an answer anywhere. Thanks in advance. ## I think It's probably going to be rather difficult to give a completely accurate answer to this without actually working for the insurance company and having access to their list of policies. Honesty is always the best policy in my opinion, since things do eventually come full-circle if you believe in karma. Not to say that this is a bad thing, but I'd probably use other more natural methods to...

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My BF of 11 years asks me questions about my EX while asleep on Trazodone, Ambien and Valium and says "it is the truth coming out", he has done this several times and every time he does it he doesn't like the answers. Are these combined with a truth serum or am I just in a fog and not really understanding the questions and just giving random answers? Oh Yah, I don't remember any thing the next morning and am given the worst treatment ever (and I am disabled, so I need his help, especially with our 8 yr. old). Anyone gone through this or have an answer? ## No, no truth serum or anything in them. However, if this occurs frequently, it could mean that you're overmedicated for sleeping, that's a lot to take each night. The FDA also warns that the Valium carries the r...

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Hey my fiance had taken cipro and was curious if you have joint pain would your Dr. Still prescribe this drug to you? she does not have it but was curious if they still would. And another question about cipro how long do the side effects last? she worries to much but I love her and want to help her out as much as I can, so any feed back would be very appreciated. ## Hello, Ryan! How are you? It would depend on what is causing the joint pain, there are some cases where it could be contraindicated. And there is no definitive answer on how long the side effects might last, but usually they will wear off a few days after someone finishes their course of the antibiotic. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi. My girlfriend is a recovering addict and takes suboxone regularly (prescribed). Its hard for me to tell the difference between the side effects of suboxone and the dope. She stays up all night restless and cleans and gets moody often. She also takes Prozac and was prescribed topamax but does not take topamax. Can you tell me if this is normal? Also is it possible to feel high off of proxy or H while on suboxone? ## Unfortunately, nobody would be able to answer your first question with any certainty but your GF, simply because side effects to the same meds may vary significantly among different people. There are certain tell tale signs that should make you suspicious...but then I'm sure you wouldn't be asking this q if you weren't already. That means you are at a point wh...

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Ambien is not a Benzo, it's a Barbiturate I believe ## To clear this up for everyone that might need to, the FDA actually classifies Ambien/Zolpidem as a sedative/hypnotic. Typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, hallucinations, sleep actions and next day hangover-like effects. Are there any questions or comments? ## Zolpidem is not a benzo, but just as addictive. I was on it for years and cant remember much of that time as it causes the most horrible amnesia. I beg people now to never start using it, EVER. ## it is not a benzo nor it is a barbiturate. the generic is called zolpidam. ## Ambien is not a benzo however if used recreationally not speaking from personal experience but if use for that purpose it's been reported that it does have some b...

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I was just researching Drixoral availability (I'm suffering without it like all of you!) when I discovered that Merck is on Twitter under the name @merck -- Merck bought Schering-Plough sometime in the past couple of years. The same old "we're changing manufacturing blah blah blah" notice is still up on the site from like 4 years ago. Merck is on Facebook too but I didn't investigate that. I say we round up everyone we know who is suffering without Drixoral and start pestering Merck's Twitter and/or Facebook accounts to get some answers. We've been waiting for YEARS now! ## I'm sorry for those that are suffering and miserable without it, however, at this time, whether you flood their accounts with requests or not, they aren't likely to bring the produ...

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my wife has been taking high MGs pain killers! her last dose was 2 am she ran out and took a suboxone and says it didnt make her feel better what shout i do????? ## I would speak with her doctor, Suboxone is highly addictive. If she is also taking other pain killers, it could be very dangerous for her. To learn more about Suboxone click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## The reason it did not make her feel better is because you have to be in slight to moderate withdrawal for Suboxone to work properly. Taking it too soon can actually throw you into worse withdrawal symptoms. ## Please, I need info! My son's girlfriend is pregnant and is on suboxin since Mar. She might already be 4 mths, but I am conserned about my...

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How often should I apply? Is there a limit? ## This often varies from woman to woman. You should consult your physician. ## In most cases, it really isn't necessary, at all. Your body will clean and deodorize itself. If you have had a lot of yeast infections, then you actually shouldn't use douche, since it can upset the PH balance of the vagina and make you even more prone to them. If you do choose to use it, once a month is usually more than enough. Are there any other questions or comments? ## you should never use any messenger juice and should never force anything in your vagina that's going to cause you to get an infection. you simply keep yourself clean and your body will clean itself just like a self cleaning oven. you just don't have to push any buttons if you ha...

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My name is rafi Alfi, I’m 47 years old and I live in Israel. I’ve just received my first Romiplostim injection and I’ve some questions about the Side effect/reaction for long terms to this medicine. It’s a new medicine in Israel (I’m only the 14th who got it in the last 6 months so there isn’t much experience and the Israeli doctors could not answer my questions). My History 2000 – CITP problem, Thrombocytes between 60,000 – 140,000 without bleeding problem, no treatment only monitoring. 2008 - NON-HODQINS LYMPHOMA CD20+ m/p diffuse larqe b – cell chemotherapy treatment. 3.2009 – self marrow transpla...

Meaning I cannot get an answer to this after much research over the years here and there. It’s always the same questions, what’s better, what’s more powerful (which is Oxy of course) or what is the difference between the two. My question is this. Does Hydro hit DIFFERENT receptors then Oxy and vice versa? If Oxy is more powerful, then “assuming” it fills receptors that Hydro does not?? So would taking an Percocet AND a Norco at once not be perfect, to say hitting ALL the receptors? Thanks :) ## Opiate receptors are opiate receptors, so they all work on the same ones, if you read up on the NIH research, some opiates are stronger than others, and some work better for some people than they do for other people. So, while they are sometimes combined to help get ...

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N357 is this pill Vicodin or Hydrocode ## M357 is the correct marking for this pill. To answer you question, it is a Vicodin. However, Vicodin does contain Hydrocodone. This particular pill is Acetaminophen + Hydrocodone bitartrate (500 mg - 5 mg). Acetaminophen + Hydrocodone (Vicodin) is a combination of two types of pain medicine to treat moderate to severe pain. 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.

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my question were not answered//// all i've seen are posts of another questions... please refer to No. 190 ## I'm sorry, #190 in what thread? I am not finding a thread on Excluton that contains that many posts. Can you just ask your question here? That would make it a lot easier for me to answer you, so yours doesn't get lost among other comments and questions.

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what is the difference of tablet acapsle green and yellownd capsule ## I am not quite understanding your question, so I'll try to cover some basics to see if I answer your questions. Xanax and its generic Alprazolam are not available in a capsule, it is only available in tablet form, as a regular release, or a time released formulation. Are there any markings on the capsules you are questioning? You mentioned the E 91 marking in your title, but I can't find anything matching the capsule description you provided that has that marking.

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DAN 5513 ## Based on the description provided, I found your pill to be Carisoprodol (350 mg). Carisoprodol is a centrally-acting skeletal muscle relaxant. To learn 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. ## round white pill wth 2410 with v underneath the numbers ## I have taken Soma(Carisopodol) for a few years. I noticed the last 2 times I have gotten my medication refilled, there is a new name for the manufacture(I believe it is called Danyo or something similar) and the pills seem thinner and definitely not as strong. Any answers as to what happened? Thank you

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blue oval tablet ## I found a blue oval tablet marked syntex on one side and 274 on the other. Can't seem to find a straight answer what it is for. ## Allscripts lists that they manufactured a tablet matching this description, which they list as containing 275mgs of Naproxen, it is a generic for Aleve that is used to treat pain, fever, and swelling. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including increased risk of bleeding, stomach irritation, headache, and nausea. Are there any questions? ## What is this pill used for and what is it made up of

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when do I expect a result after taking the tablet and do you have to rush for toilet? ## Resotrans (Prucalopride) is a medication designed to treat chronic constipation. I don't think you'd have to rush for the toilet as you say, but I would definitely know where a bathroom is at all times if you leave the house after taking this medication. That way you can handle any surprises. Lol The article linked below seems to have a lot of information on this drug that should be able to answer some questions about its efficacy: medpagetoday.com/Gastroenterology/GeneralGastroenterology/9630 I hope this helps and wish you safe and effective bowel movements! :)

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white oval shape capsule ## I have been taking the watson 367 for 2 days now under the impression that it is amoxicillin. But every time I take it, I feel like I have taking a muscle relaxer, can you please let me know what the pill is. ## Found this on another thread from the moderator: This is Fenoprofen 200mgs, a generic for Nalfon. This is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory. Original Thread: ## Thanks Joey. He is correct Summer, this is definitely NOT amoxicillin. ## hard white oblong pill with Watson 367 on back ## Hi Skye - a related discussion thread and answer # 2 below have identified watson 367 as: Fenoprofen 200mgs, a generic for Nalfon. This is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory. You can read more about this drug at: Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please ...

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Doesn't it drive you absolutely bat-s*** crazy when people keep asking you about l484 when all they have to do is read one or two of your posts and they'd have their answer? Anyway, I just wanted to subscribe so I can ask questions in the future if need be. Have a great day! May the force be with you... Jeej ## Hello, Jeej! How are you? Unfortunately, this is not correct. The tablet with the L484 marking is not a Vicodin tablet. It contains nothing more than 500mgs of Acetaminophen and is available over the counter. It is a generic or store brand of extra strength Tylenol. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness and headache. Is there anything else I can help with?

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