Swelling Means

Recently I found that my right foot swells at the corner of instep. It does not pain. On the job I sit most of the day in front of computer ## Hello, Angie! Is it still swollen? It's really difficult to say what may be causing it. Have you injured it recently? What type of shoes do you wear? Have you had your doctor look at it? Is the skin of the swollen area rough and dry, at all? ## in my right foot sweeling what type of medicine i take you replay to me sir

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capsule. diclofenaco de na ## This means that the active ingredient in the capsules in Diclofenac, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, used to treat pain, swelling and fever. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach irritation. Read more: Are there any comments or questions?

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1 tab tid ## Did you possibly mean Danzen tablets that contain Serratiopeptidase? It is used to treat some cases of pain and swelling. The T.I.D. simply means that your doctor has prescribed you 3 tablets, per day. Do you have any questions? ## Where can we fill a prescription here in quezon province? The dalzen tabs were prescribed by our doctor.

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I started taking Clindamycin 36 hours ago for a tooth infection. Still in extreme pain and more swelling tonight. When will the Clindamycin start helping my infection? ## If you have been taking it for more than 24 hours and the infection/swelling has worsened, that most likely means it is not working and you may need to try a different antibiotic. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Was this prescribed for you by your doctor, or dentist? Are you on any other medications? ## I have a large gum abcess from a bad tooth and the dentist put me on clindamycin 150 hcl this is my 2nd day of using it and I'm not sure after reading simular post if I should take it more than 2 capsules every 8 hours. T...

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Ethacrynic Acid

Etacrynic acid (INN) or ethacrynic acid (USAN), trade name Edecrin, is a loop diuretic used to treat high blood pressure and the swelling caused by diseases like congestive heart failure, liver failure, and kidney failure. A con with etacyrnic acid compared to the other loop diuretic drugs such as furosemide is that it has a significantly steep dose-response curve, which means the drug's dosing is very important as small variance in dose can cause a significant difference in the biological re...

I want to know more about this tablet and whether or not it is a steroid or energy booster? ## Lofecam contains the active ingredient Lornoxicam, which means it is neither of the options that you suggested. It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication that is used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach irritation. Are there any other questions or comments?

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Taking 100mg q 12hrs on day 3 for UTI. Having blood-shot and itchy eyes along with moderate joint pain and swelling. Should I stop med? ## Hi, Kristin! Sorry about the symptoms that you're suffering. Have you contacted your doctor? Those could be the starting signs of a bad reaction to this antibiotic, which means that things could just get worse. So, you may need to try a different medication. Learn more Nitrofurantoin details here.

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Drug Index

Etacrynic acid (INN) or ethacrynic acid (USAN), trade name Edecrin, is a loop diuretic used to treat high blood pressure and the swelling caused by diseases like congestive heart failure, liver failure, and kidney failure. A con with etacyrnic acid compared to the other loop diuretic drugs such as furosemide is that it has a significantly steep dose-response curve, which means the drug's dosing is very important as small variance in dose can cause a significant difference in the biological re...

The emergency and my doctor prescribed me Diclofenac Sod EC 50mg after a car accident. What is this and what does the EC stand for? ## Diclofenac sodium is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that is used to treat, or prevent pain, and swelling. The EC means that it is enteric coated, to help protect your stomach, since this class of medications can be harsh on your stomach. The FDA lists the typical Diclofenac side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased risk of bleeding. It is available over the counter, now, in gel form to be used topically to treat arthritis, and muscle pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I want to know side effects. Am having no problems now just relief from arthritis pain ## Morphine is a narcotic analgesic, the ER means it is a time released formulation, the generic for MS Contin. Its side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, constipation and dizziness. More details: You should also be informed that, with long-term use, Morphine can cause some swelling in the joints of some people, so after you are on it for awhile, there is a slight possibility that it could make your pain worse. If you experience this, please be sure to contact your doctor immediately. Is there anything else I can help with?

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blue pill with numbers 755/93 ## DIFLUNISAL (Dolobid®) reduces the joint pain, stiffness, inflammation, or swelling caused by rheumatoid arthritis (rheumatism) and osteoarthritis. It also relieves mild to moderate pain. ## To add some more precise details... This tablet contains 500mgs of the Diflunisal that jules mentioned and is actually classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory. Which means it's used to treat conditions such as jules mentioned, as well as headache pain, fever and swelling. The side effect profile seems to similar to other medications in this class and can include nausea, headache, stomach irritation and dizziness. Are there any questions? You can learn more Diflunisal details here. I'd also like to add that since this particular tablet is manufactur...

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Can you use clobetasol propionate ointment USP 0.05 on the vaginal area? ## Based on my research, Clobetasol topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions. From what I've read, most of the nerve endings are just outside the vaginal opening, so it would not be of much use internally in any means. "Unless instructed specifically by your doctor or gynecologist", you should only use it outside the vaginal opening (and a thin layer at that, because it is very potent). You can learn more about this drug on the page for Clobetasol Details I hope this info helps! ## If it hasn't been specially formulated for vaginal use, then no. Using something there inappropriately may cause infections, irritation and other medical pr...

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a female taking phlogin50 since 5 year whats side effect of it on her regarding to her pregnancy ## Is her doctor aware that she is taking this while pregnant? Phlogin contains the active ingredient Diclofenac, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory used to treat pain, fever and swelling. The U.S. FDA has placed this in pregnancy category C, which means it has been known to cause some problems, especially during the last trimester, when a woman goes into labor. It can also cause some blood thinning, which can increase the risk of complications. Learn more: ## can phlogin use for relief in menstruation? ## I have been using phlogin sr 100 since last 5 days and I am having headache and swear itching in my vagina. plz. advise. thanks ## What time is best to take Phlogin sr100? Morning o...

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I just started Humira in the last 2 weeks and I feel like my allergies are going nuts. My whole body is swelling. After reading some of your side effects this is somewhat normal. Does the swelling of legs, face, etc. go away? I went to the general practitioner to get something for my allergies. She seems to think its my body reacting to the Humira. ## Hello, Mic! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problem that you're having. That could be the sign of an allergic reaction to it. It should go away, in a few weeks, however, it most likely means that you shouldn't continue with Humira, as such reactions tend to worsen with repeated exposure. Other side effects, as listed by the FDA, may include dizziness, joint aches, headache, confusion and arthritis. Is there anything else ...

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What are naproxen pills made with? ## Hello, Reba! How are you? Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. If you wish to know the inactive ingredients, I need more details, such as who the manufacturer is, or what the markings are on the tablets. Can you please post back and clarify? Thank you! ## I think she means what is it made of, in the way that we know aspirin comes from willow tree bark. Where does naproxen come from, how or where did we find it. Ibuprofen has cellulose and corn starch as its parents, what is naproxen's lineage?

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What medical conditions can baralgin treat? Apart from constipation, what other medical conditions can colace treat? ## Apart fom being a stool softener, what other medical conditions can colace treat. ## Baralgin contains the active ingredient Metamizole, this is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, which means it can treat pain, swelling and fever. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach irritation. Read more: Colace contains the active ingredient Docusate Sodium, thus it works as a stool softener and helps treat constipation. There are, however, not a lot of other medical uses for it. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, abdominal pain and cramping. Read more: Are there any other comments or questions?

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I've been on amoxicillin for 3 days now for a gum infection.. within the first day my whole right side of my face swelled up and on the second day my eye was so swollen I could barely open it... its the third day and now not only am I dealing with all this swelling but now my gums are bleeding... is this normal? ## Hi micki, To be completely honest, the reactions you're experiencing don't seem "normal" by any means, but are unfortunately side effects of Amoxicillin. You should speak with your doctor immediately, so the condition doesn't worsen. He/she may need to prescribe a different antibiotic or lower the dosage. You may also want to consider taking a probiotic while on the antibiotic, to reinstate good bacteria in your body. Have you had negative reactions wi...

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Is there a substitute for Santyl ointment (a collagenase treatment)to debride wounds? ## Substitute for Santyl ## Are you having some bad reaction to this ointment? The FDA states that it doesn't usually cause adverse reactions, unless someone is allergic to it, in which cases it could cause breathing problems, swelling, skin irritation, and redness. The former means of debridement were much worse, since they involved having to have the wound scrubbed with a very rough brush, and it was quite painful. This is a much better option. Can you please post back with why you are seeking an alternative?

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I have been taking amlodipine for about 3 months. I started on 5 mg then 10 mg. Now back to 5 because of swelling of the ankles. I also have stiffness in the muscles and frequent urination at night which the doctor doesn't think it's the pills, although it started at the same time. Would taking them at night instead of morning help? ## Hello, Jo! How are you? Yes, those can be side effects of this medication, as reported by the FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness and dry cough. However, since it's still continuing this far into taking it, that likely means that these symptoms will not improve and you may need to switch medications. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My Prednisolone tablets are sealed in plastic.They are dated 2012. Still good & safe to take? ## How long are prednisolone tablets sealed in plastic safe to take ## Hello, Vic! How are you? If they are dated with an expiration date, then that means they begin to lose effectiveness after that date. It would be best to dispose of them and see your doctor for a new prescription. The FDA classifies this medication as a steroid that is used to treat allergic reactions, swelling and immune disorders. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, weight gain, fluid retention, acne and insomnia. Is there anything else I can help with?

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