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I just moved to Chicago a month ago. And I am having a hard time finding a doctor that will prescribe pain meds. I'm from Toronto Canada, we don't have this problem. Doctors are willing to treat pain there. Can someone refer me, because living in daily pain is taking a toll on my quality of life. Please help me. I have no insurance, so I am willing to pay cash ## Hey did you ever find a doc to help you out with your pain. I am having hard time finding doc that will have great bed side manner. I have scoliosis. Degenartive arthritis and 3 building disc. Please help me with any good docs that u may know ty ## Hello Ladyspartan, You may want to try the Pain Management Clinic at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. My doctors there are very kind and sympathetic. ## Hey do you st...

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I have Lupus/RA. I noticed before even starting this drug I was waking up at night with barely any blood flow in my extremities. My arms and fingers would be completely dead. I have been taking the drug about two weeks. This past week my arms, fingers, feet and toes have been numb and tingling. I feel like there is no blood in them at all. This week i have also been getting unusual headaches and now blurred vision. Shortly after my period stopped i started bleeding again and been spotting constantly since. I am much more tired then usual, to the point where it hurts to be awake at unusual times. When you have auto immune disease you always feel bad. If these are side effects from the drug will they most likely go away after i have been using it for awhile. I am desperate for something t...

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The melocicam 7.5 tablet I have been given is made by Lubin Pharma. They will not answer any inquiry which makes me nervous. As a celiac, are there ANY generic companies that prduce a Gluten Free Meloxicam 7.5? Are ALL generic Meloxicam made overseas? ## Hello! Sorry about the problem that you're having. There is a gluten free drugs list at glutenfreedrugs.com and they list the name brand Mobic as being gluten free. Learn more Mobic details here. You may want to ask your doctor about prescribing it as 'brand medically necessary', so your insurance will cover it and the pharmacy can't give you a generic. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you! I assumed that I would need to do just that. I use glutenfreedrugs.com but was hoping there might be one not checked...

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SMALL,AND ROUND LIKE THE BACK END OF AN INK PEN, ABOUT 3 MM THICK ## Is it by any chance an orangish color? I think you have a Vioxx 25 mg. If you can check this picture to verify. Hope this helps. ## One other thing to note - if it is a Vioxx, that med has been banned by the FDA in the U.S. and I believe also in Canada. ## The information that Barry provided is correct. The tablet with the MRK 110 marking was 25mg Vioxx tablet. NDC: 00006-0110, and it is no longer available in the U.S. Merck withdrew if from the market in 2004, due to the fact that it was found to increase the risk of experiencing a heart attack, or stroke, with long-term use. Ref: Vioxx Withdrawal Information The risk was still considered to be small, but they felt it best to pull it from the market, due to the fact ...

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What is Nabumetone taken for? ## This is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, used to reduce inflammation, swelling and pain from these problems. It is primarily used to treat various types of arthritis. ## Does nabumetone come up on federal drug panels? And if so, for what? It's a random evaluation for work. ## I was given this drug after my open heart surgery in 2010. I made me feel like my blood was cooking me. I don't know why they gave it to me. But after I told them I was burning, they gave me something to stop it. And told me I was allergic to it.

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Was wondering if anyone is paying out of pocket for their Enbrel? ## Enbrel has a page on their website to help people find financial assistance, if needed. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Enbrel as possibly including administration site reactions, nausea, headache, cough, and weakness. Ref: Enbrel Information Is there anything else I can help with?

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Anybody taking Cosentyx experienced weight gain? ## Hello, John! How are you? As reported by the FDA, it is usually known to cause weight loss, as a side effect. You may also experience nausea, fever, headache and stuffy nose. Can anyone else that's been on it chime in with their experiences? ## Cosentyx gives me a full feeling with very little food and feels like it takes longer to digest. I am only on my 4th week of use. I am overweight and this is a positive, for now. ## 8 month user & over weight. Yes, Cosentyx causes weight loss. Less of an appetite, little food and you feel full. And...difficulty swallowing, indigestion, lethargy and hair loss. ## I'm getting ready to start this medicine. I was just reading a forum where everyone said they gained 20lbs plus. But to hea...

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I need a pain doctor that does not have to have a referral. meds needed asap. ## I need a pain Doctor that does not need a referral. I have chronic pain and arthritis and recurring pancreatitis. ## Call 336-778-1950 ask for an appointment with Dr Campbell. since there a bit booked it will take like 2 -3 months and after they schedule you an appointment on the first visit he'll charge $180.00. after that it will be only $45.00. Show him any or all the medical documents that you have and he will give you that if that's what's good for you.. if not he'll give you something better. ## Thank u so much it helped I have appointment ## Where is this doctor located I'm in cronic pain and have been in pain management for 10 years. My doctor just retired and I'm having a re...

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Is meloxicam a sulfur drug? If you are allergic to sulfur can you take meloxicam? ## Hello, Suzy! How are you? Are you allergic to sulfur, or to sulfa drugs? They aren't actually the same exact things. When you are talking about being allergic to the sulfa drugs it actually refers to Sulfonamides. And no, Meloxicam isn't one of them. It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach irritation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My daughters tongue broke out in severe pain. Cost me more money. She is allergic to Sulpher. She then had 2 more Dr. spots and was diagnosed with yeast infection of tongue. Which now I know it was this drug. ## I’m allergic to sulfa drugs (found out with bactrim, itchy rash o...

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I'm 35yrs old... for the past 4 yrs now I've been taking 1 25mg arthrexin together with 2 green panados 500mg.. but I have been getting these attacks where I become bed ridden n my hubby has 2 carry me 2 the bathroom as my feet and hands swell up n the pain is unbearable... then I took 2 prednisone with 2 arthrexin n well im not walking normally but I am managing to limp along... Can I take arthrexin n prednisone together?? If yes, what dosages?? And can i be on this intake for long term treatment? ## Shoneez, have you consulted your doctor? Arthrexin contains the active ingredient Indomethacin, which is a very potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, and it has been known to cause fluid retention that can result in the swelling you've described, as a side effect, it can also ...

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I have a small round white pill. One side is stamped with C, the other 158. The only pills I can ID like this say that they are yellow, but this is white. Can anyone identify it for me please? ## Hi mb ... Are you sure that your tablet isn't just a really light yellow? It is most likely Meloxicam 7.5 mg from Cipla (NDC 69097-158). DailyMed describes this pill as "yellow coloured, round, biconvex tablets, debossed with '158' on one side and 'C' on the other". They also say that "Meloxicam is a pale yellow solid" - so to me that could mean there's a chance it could almost appear white under certain lighting. Plus there aren't any coloring agents listed under the inactive ingredients. The inactive ingredients listed on the NDC page are: - Colloid...

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I have been on Enbrel for several years and wanted to know if anyone in this group has taken the new shingles vaccine Shingrix? If so what was your response? A nurse at Amgen, the maker of Enbrel said she couldn't advise about taking Shingrix while on Enbrel. The Shingrix literature says those on Immune suppressors would get a lesser shingles protective response. Shingrix is not a live vaccine and I think that is the only thing prohibited while on Enbrel. Thanks for your help. ## Hello Mark, I took a look at the manufacturers page and like you previously stated it says that you should not take any live vaccines while on the medication, however, right above that line it states that you should take all vaccines prior to starting this medication. I believe that because they went out of...

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Been on Enbrel about 3 months I have an over active immune system which causes multiple issues like psoriatic arthritis and all that goes with that along with deformed joints, psoriatic skin eruptions, IBS etc. As my immune system was lowered much of the pain and stiffness, skin eruptions and IBS slowly disappeared. I was getting excited about feeling better when out of the blue I started feeling a tingling and itching in my back, then the pain came as I realized I was having a shingles attack! I immediately went to my PC and he put me on an antiviral drug. I’m about three weeks into my shingles attack now. The antiviral drug seems to have stopped the progression of the shingles and so far it has not erupted in to open sores. The pain and itching remains but I’m thankful tha...

Decilone forte med is good arthriths _am mario just taking my first time this medicine pain amazing my gout or arthritis attack twise a week its very disturbing i had this arthritis when i was work in abroad. Since 2005 to present its been 12 years now. Am so worry about due currently diagnose of my doktor i have diabitic since 2013 when i come back from abroad. Wanted to know what is bad side or good on this i had take also maintenance of med. For diabitis. Please give clear understanding on this matter. Thank u so much may the lord bless you. ## Can I buy Decilone Forte over the counter for my arthritis? ## Decilone Forte is listed as containing the active ingredient Dexamethasone, it is a steroid class medication that is commonly used to treat allergic reactions, immune disorders, an...

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I drink coffee and have been placed on Meloxicam and wonder if I should continue to drink coffee while on the medication? ## Hello, Larry! How are you? As long as your doctor approves, but it may cause more stomach side effects than you would have if you weren't drinking coffee. Meloxicam is classified by the FDA as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and they are well known to cause stomach irritation and possible ulcers, so the coffee could aggravate that. Other side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache and increased risk of bleeding. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I developed epiploic appendagitis the doctor gave me 2 weeks of meloxicam 15mg take one a day , it worked great but as soon as I finished 2 days later started having pain , if I get more how...

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I'd like to know more information on the indications and side effects of Ardosons pills. ## What Ingredients Are Found In Ardosons?[1] Indomethacin (25mg): a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory[2] Betamethasone (0.75mg): a steroid class medication[3] Methocarbamol (215mg): a muscle relaxant These ingredients together are touted for their use in treating conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, as well as other types of mild to moderate pain. What Side Effects Are Associated With Each Active Ingredient?[1] Indomethacin Side Effects: MedlinePlus[2] Betamethasone Side Effects: MedlinePlus[3] Methocarbamol Side Effects: MedlinePlus I hope this helps! ## Somebody gave me these ardosons pills and they say they take them for vertigo. I was diagnosed with vertigo too. But the med...

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What happens if you taken M Cam7,5mg after the expiry date. ## Hello, Melanie! How are you? Meloxicam is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Its typical side effects, as listed by the U.S. FDA may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. It doesn't become dangerous after the expiration, but it does start to lose effectiveness. The best thing to do would be to dispose of them and see your doctor for a new prescription. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Can it be used on sore heel?

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Regular pill shaped (similar to a thickened oval). Has defined cuts on the sides, it is NOT fully rounded. The bottom half is all white. The top half is light yellow and has 511 printed into it. If anyone could tell me what pill they think this is, or what that 511 means it would be a huge help. Thank you. ## It is an OTC arthritis pain relief medication ## Yellow pill yellow and white oval shaped like a capsule with the number 511 on the top what is this pill? ## Acetominophen 650 mg Extended Release caplets bottled by CVS ## Rite-Aid brand Acetaminophen 650 mg generic for Tylenol arthritis (NDC 11822-5091), subject to change since it is OTC

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I have a problem with anti-inflammatoir drugs they make hole in my digestive tube. i avoid them. Recently i have started taking beeline capsules for my arthritus. 3 days ago i had a haemorragie,and i wonder if this could have been provoked by that product; do you have any ideas? thank you ## beline capsules for arthritis are an herbal supplement, not a medication, which means that its side effects have not been studied, as is done for actual medications. They claim to have a special secret formula that used the following ingredients: Cortex Eucommiae Ulmoides, Rhizoma Cibotium Barometz, Radix Angelica Pubescens, Radix Angelica Sinensis, Radix Astragali Membranceus, Radix Achyranthis Bidentatae, Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae, Frucus Chaenomeles Sinensis, Ramulus Cinnamomum Zeylanicum, Rhizo...

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I took the shot for a 5 week start up. Developed diarrhea about 2 weeks into inj's.; Started having blood in diarrhea; Arthritis affected joint that was never affected before; Could hardly walk. Seen my Rheumatologist for kind words of 'there is nothing we can do'. ER doctors said there's nothing we can do either. Now 11 weeks and 30 lbs lighter, I am finally getting under control. I will deal with ulcerative colitis the rest of my life. I would say STAY AWAY FROM ALL INJ'S.! ## Have you ever had bowel issues, before? Cosentyx has been known to aggravate/worsen existing inflammatory bowel disease as a side effect, according to FDA reports. Other side effects may include cold sore outbreaks, outer ear infections, headache, weight gain, and voice changes. Ref: Medline ...

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