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I found a half of an oblong shaped white pill. it is cut in half and one side says in lowercase "ba" and the other side says 10. any idea what this could be? ## Hmmm..not knowing the full imprint makes this kind of difficult to narrow down. I've tried doing a search, but I am really not finding anything that matches this. Can you tell me if the ba would be on the pill as the beginning or last half of the imprint? Same question for the 10? Also, was this found in the U.S.?

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normal xray result,cultured test,sputum test results negative.bloodtest negative,,y?SOMETIMES I SPLIT A BLOOD?WHERE COME FROM,?DO I HAVE A GUM PROBLEM OR TOOTH PROBLEM? ## Hi, Tomas! Sorry about the problem that you're having. It is possible that it could be related to a dental issue. When is the last time you saw your dentist? They'll be able to do an exam and check things out for you. Alternatively, it could be due to just some mild throat irritation. Do you take any medications? Does your mouth and throat ever feel really dry and scratchy?

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1 mg Ativan IS OK TO SPLIT THE PILL CONCERNED ABOUT THE RAW EDGE BURNING MY STOMACH OR STOMACH LINING? IS IT SAFE TO SPLIT 1MG ATIVAN? ## Hello, Doodle! How are you? According to the FDA information, Ativan tablets are regular release formulations, so cutting or breaking one is safe to do, as long as your doctor approves. This medication carries the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Do you regularly have stomach problems? This medication isn't known to be very harsh on the stomach, but they can all irritate to some degree, whether cut or left intact.

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I was taking 90 mg cap x 1 a day. Was switched to 45 mg 2 x a day. Can I just take unused 90 mg & separate evenly ? Even though time release type the spit can't be that much different in quantity. Half is half. Saw earlier that to dangerous to split but don't understand why it would be, especially if you're only actually taking a total of 90 mg a day. Thanks for any thoughts on this ## Because cutting, crushing or splitting time released tablets or capsules could cause you to get too much of the medication, at once. In this case, it may not all be evenly spread throughout and the outer coating could actually be vital to the time released mechanism. No, I understand that in your case, it may not make as big of a difference, since you were taking 90mgs at once, but doing s...

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I am taking oxycodo-APAP 10-325 ,a generic for Percocet. It is an oval shape withM523 on one side and 10/325 on the other. My Dr. said I could split the pill if it is too strong. But there is no score line. Can or should this pill be spit to receive half the dosage? ## The best advice I can give is to listen to what your doctor said. From personal experience when there was no score line on a pill I would still cut in half if it was too strong and simply take half the dose. I don't think you should worry if your doctor gave you the ok to do so. After splitting the pill in half, just be sure to follow your doctors orders on when to take the pill every so many hours.

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Got a 20 mg Cialis prescription. Tried to split them with my regular pill splitter but it crumbled pretty badly. Any suggestions or special splitter since they are oval shaped? Dr said to split them long ways. Does it matter? ## No, it won't matter which way you split them, the only thing I can suggest is to pick up one of the really good pill cutters that are available, your pharmacist should be able to point you to a good one. The FDA warns that the typical side effects of this medication may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, runny nose and priapism. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Took 2mg Lunesta for first time last night. It was too strong and I woke up to groggy. Can I cut this pill in half for a lower dose? ## The FDA does warn about that happening to some people that take Lunesta. As to cutting, or breaking them, no, the manufacturer warns that you should not do so. If you feel you need a lower dose, you should consult your doctor. Other Lunesta side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and dry mouth. Ref: Medline Plus Lunesta Is there anything else I can help with?

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If I split a 3 mg Lunesta and took 1/2 (1.5mg) at 10 PM and the other half (1.5mg) at 3 AM. Would that be the same as taking 3mg at the same time? Or would it just be like taking 1.5mg and 1.5mg? I would get the effect of just 1.5mg each time rather than the effect of taking 3mg at the same time. Hope I have explained this properly. ## Hello, Alice! How are you? You can't take half a pill and get the effect of taking a full one. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and funny taste in your mouth. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Can taking Lunesta 3mg cause UTI? ## I don't understand. I'm wondering if I take 1/2 in the evening and 1/2 in four hours would it be the same effect as taking 1 x 3mg ...

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I want to know if it is safe to split this in half? It has the line down the center for separation but I want to be sure. Thanks!!! To be more specific it's a ten mg. ## Yes, it isn't time released, so it can be split in half, according to the NIH. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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can you split cipro 5313 in half to swallow? ## Hello, Lee! How are you? Yes, but you should still be sure to take the full dose as prescribed by your doctor, in order to ensure that the infectious bacteria is properly eradicated. Side effects to this medication may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can Lamotrigine 150 be cut in quarters to lower the dose? I have many 150mg left and would like to use them up if I can cut into quarters. Please advise. ## Unless your doctor, pharmacist, or specific medication instructions state otherwise, it is safe to do this with any medication that isn't time released. In many cases, our doctors prescribes a higher dose for us, then just has use cut, or break the tablets, since there can be a more significant financial savings by doing so. Lamotrigine is most commonly used to help prevent seizures, and treat some types of depression. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dry mouth, diarrhea, mood changes, and weight loss. Ref: Medline Plus Lamotrigine Is there anything else I can help with?

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WHAT HAPPENS IF I SPLIT THE PILL IN HALF ## My doctor prescribed 60 MG tablets and told me to cut them in half if I need 90 mg. I din't think much about it, but after reading the information on MS Contin, I am worried that it may be dangerous to cut them in half. I've been doing it for about 5 days and have not noticed any problems with cutting them in half but I will call the pharmacy tomorrow and ask him. ## Is it in order to break GP1 glimepride into two to reduce the dosage to 0.50mg.Will it cause any problem and whether any reduction in effectivenes of the tablet will be possible. ## I have done it for a while to cut down, and a pharmacist said I could. No problems. But my dr got furious when I told him, and I have read on Internet now not to. But the pills I take are solid...

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fighting high blood pressure but want to know if it would be better to split 100mg dose to 50mg twice a day. Seems like I start the day off way behind and spend the rest of the day trying to get it down...over 100 most mornings 95 is down!! ## Yes, it can be taken that way, I split my doses, with my doctor's approval, because it works better for me that way. Generally, they only prescribe them as once daily doses because many people forget to take multiple doses throughout the day, so it's easier to keep a patient compliant, if they only have to take them once daily. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. My cardiologist even specifically prescribes mine as tablets to be cut and taken twice ...

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I just started Contrave last Friday. I have really had no side effects, but because I have a narrowed esophagus, I have trouble swallowing the pill (it gets stuck). I cut the pills in half and take both halves at the same time and this makes it easier for me to get them down. My question - is this messing with the efficacy of the medicine? ## You should not split the pills. They are an extended release tablet. This is copied from the Contrave literature: Extended-Release Tablets: 8 mg naltrexone HCl /90 mg bupropion HCl CONTRAVE should be taken by mouth in the morning and in the evening. The tablets should not be cut, chewed, or crushed. Total daily doses greater than 32 mg/360 mg per day (two tablets twice daily) are not recommended. In clinical trials, CONTRAVE was administered with m...

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Is it OK to split this 500 mg G332 naproxen pill? I don't like taking the full 500 mg a it makes me tired. ## Are you asking about the tablet with the marking G32 on one side and 500 on the other? If so, then yes, it can be split, if your doctor approves, it is a regular release formulation, that's why it's scored. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is it okay to split a 10 mg. tablet of lisinopril in half to equal a 5 mg. tablet? ## Yes, this is safe to do, as long as a tablet isn't time released or your doctor or pharmacist has not specifically instructed you not to do so. Lisinopril is most commonly used to help lower high blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and dizziness. Learn more: Are there any other comments or questions?

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Can I break a m367generic Norco in half and take it ? ## Ask your doc first...I take half's when I am in less pain, & holes when I have brake through pain..less pill is better for you liver & whatnot. If I can take 3 & 1\2 & still control my pain....than I consider I'm doing my body a favor. But Still Ask Your Doc First!!! Before Changing your regiment!!!! ## @Yvonne, While I agree with Patrick that you should discuss this with your doctor before making any changes to an existing regimen, I will say that M367 is made to be cut in half for a divided dose. The score line (divid) on the back is what confirms this...and you'd actually use that as a guide to measure half a dose. Several years ago I resorted to taking half of one of these (every 4-6 hours) after a ...

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What is it please ## Wht is this little white round pill tht has a S with a line under it with 421 under it ## This tablet is manufactured by Dava Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 50mgs of Atenolol, which is a beta blocker that is used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Yes, I was prescribed roxicodone 5mg for an increasing breast cancer, but I was wondering would 2.5 mg help me sleep also? Please, I need help!!! ## It may, since drowsiness is a possible side effect, according to FDA reports, along with nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation, and dry mouth. It also carries the risk of being habit forming. How long have you been having trouble sleeping? ## This has been going on for about 3 weeks started off on tramadol and was immediately bumped to the roxicodone

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If Augmentin is scored, is it possible to split the pill in two? I am not trying to save on costs. ## Augmentin contains Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid, it is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections and yes, it is not time released, so the pills may be cut, or broken, if needed. You can do so, with any tablet that is not time released, unless your doctor, or pharmacist, has specifically instructed you not to do so. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hello, I am currently taking Augmentin in the formulation 850/125. My doctor is thinking of changing the dosage a bit so that the ratio of amoxicillin and clavunalic acid is different. The pill that I am taking is a white ov...

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