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I recently had either a spider bite or some type of staph-like boil come on my left side. It is extremely hard under the skin and I'm wondering if this ointment will do any good. Thanks to anyone who answers. ## yes it works for this.place alot and cover it with gauze. in between place alot of hot compresses on it. if you have a heating pad thats good also. ## To Netty, thanks for the reply. I saw the dermatologist today and it definitely IS a spider bite! Got some of the cream, did the hot packs tonight (thanks for the suggestion), put the cream on and gauze. Will see what happens! THANKS! ## @ Joanie, please let us know how this treatment worked out, I have just had a suspected spider bite, and had the ulcer popped by the GP, how did your G & I & hot compresses work? ## I ...

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I have used Santyl many times before for wound care. I have an unopened tube of Santyl 90 grams. It has been stored in my medicine cabinet since last year. Santyl is very expensive. I paid $450 for this at my pharmacy last year and that was a discounted price. It is normally $625. It has an expiration date for 11/2017. Can I still use this? I have also been told that many drugs can be used after they expire. ## Most typically don't become dangerous, once they are expired, but the problem with creams and ointments is that they tend to degrade faster than solid forms of medications, according to NIH reports. So, it may not work as well as it did when it was new but should not be "bad". The most common side effect that the FDA lists for it is reddening of the skin. Did you buy ...

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My son started taking accutane 30 days ago. He has already lost his appetite completely and get sick to his stomach when he eats. His mood is one of a grey cloud. His knees ache and he has cracks in his lips. He had some open wounds from a crash in a bicycle race 4 weeks ago and they still have not heeled. I have had an older girl on the medication with no problems but will be stopping the use of this drug immediately. ## The FDA does warn about these issues being possible side effects of Accutane, along with itching, dry eyes, and vision problems. Ref: Accutane Information You are correct in thinking that it likely isn't the right medication for him to take, and his doctor should be informed of the symptoms he's experiencing. I'm glad your daughter is doing well on it, thou...

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I need to know if i can still buy bgo ointment? ## No, it is no longer being manufactured. We've had several people wanting to find it. Have you tried asking your pharmacist to help you locate something comparable? ## Yes, it can be made by compounding pharmacists.....only problem is that it is time-consuming to make and will cost quite a bit... ## Please tell me what pharmacy you work at. I would like to purchase some if it just like the old BGO. ## yes please send me contact for pharmiest that does the compounding for bgo ointment thanks ## Where are you located? I would like information on the making of bgo ointment ## Please contact me if you still make the BGO ointment. I have been looking for this for years. Thank you. ## please email me your contact info. my whole family woul...

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Our son started taking Accutane the end of Dec, 2011. He was on it for 6 weeks. He ended up in Feb. in ER with a foot long blood clot in his groin down his leg. He had other symptoms prior to this as well. He had your normal side effects which we expected, like dry cracked lips, flushed face, more acne in first month, head itched. Then he had back pain, joint pain, (basketball player in his High school so was very active) Then he would at times feel faint when standing. He started getting really sick when his blood clot started hurting him. We didn't know what it was and went to the doc 2x for pain. This is listed as a rare serious side effect. Please be careful while taking accutane. We won't be touching it again at our house. ## I am very sorry about what happened to your son,...

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I was on Accutane for 27 days. I had to stop because of muscle weakness and erectile dysfunction. It has been a month now since I stopped taking it but seems like the erectile dysfunction and muscle weakness are not going away. I would like to ask is there anyone who has experienced the same symptoms and recovered later? ## Accutane has been known to lower testosterone levels in some people that take it, and it been suggested that this should be added to the expected side effects list. Ref: Isotretinoin Risk of Coital Side Effects That said, after a month, three would usually be some improvement. What has your doctor advised? Are you on any other medications?

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Brand Name: Gelmicin Active Ingredients (Topical Cream): -Betamethasone Dipropionate 0.05% -Clotrimazole 1% -Gentamicin Sulfate 0.1% Manufacturer: Collins Productos Farmaceuticos Availability: Mexico Indications: -Betamethasone is a steroid medication used for a variety of conditions including, but not limited to rheumatic disorders, lupus, skin diseases (dermatitis/psoriasis), asthma, angioedema, preterm labor, crohn's disease, & leukemia. -Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication. -Gentamicin is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. ## My son has sun spots on his face will gelmicin get rid of them? ## what does this cream do? ## I have what I think is psoriasis and a friend said he used this cream for his and it work. Does it work for that ## How d...

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I went to the dermatologist for my acne and they prescribed me accutane. I took it for 3 days. But then on my third day I found out that it could stunt my growth. This really freaked me out since my dad and uncles got their growth spurts at 17, so I told my mom and she said I can stop taking it. I had my last week of PE 12 after stopping. I’m aware that three days is fraction of the full course (6 months), but is that enough of the chemical & time to have a negative on my growth plates? ## Yes, it has been known to cause premature epiphyseal fusion, (fusion of the growth plates), and precocious, or early, puberty has been known to occur in some people that have taken Accutane. In this case, puberty refers to your final growth phase for height. Ref: Medline Plus Accutane Here...

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what is the function of ketoanalogues ## i am dispensor in holy family hospital doctor advised me tab ketosteril cap sangobion cap rocotrel 0.5mg my urea is 56 cretnin 1.8 uric acid 4.5 plz advised me ## please email so i can explain it to you well. ## Is ketobest available in Canada? My parents are leaving for Canada soon. Ketobest is really helping to decrease the creatinine level! It works well for my mom! Please reply asap! Thanks a lot! ## Hi. I am handling Ketobest in Philippines. I’m glad to hear that Ketobest works out well to your mom :) Since your post is 6years ago, if you don’t mind me asking how’s your mother now?

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I'm gay. I wanted to take those 2 to have beautiful skin, to clear my acne and to have boobs. Is it OK to take those 2 together? My friend recommended I take Althea pill to have boobs, but I also have so many pimples in my face and I tried everything, yet still got pimples. I think I need to take Althea, but I don't know how to use it? Please help. ## Hi. Is it okay to take Myra-e while you are taking Althea pills? Thank you. ## Hi althea and myrae gamit ko... im a mom na and sabay ko sila tinitake pag gabi. Hiyang ako at glowing ako sa myrae therefore I highly recommend it. ## Hi bakit ganon? Im taking diane pero parang lumalaki ang mga pimples ko. What does it mean? Hindi po ba hiyang kapag ganon? ## I am using althea pills malapit ko na po matapis ang 1 cycle peeo napapasin k...

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gsto ko po malamn kung safe po ba ung after 21 tablets ko n pg inom ng diane pills ung 7 days na wala kang iinumin eh safe ka po ba n mkipagsex? d ba aq mabuntis nun? ## Safe po bang makipag sex after inumin ung 21 pills then 7 days pills free..ung wala kang inumin kc inaantay mo ung regla... ## Ask ko lang po kung safe po ba makipag sex after ko maubos yung 21 tablets ng althea pills habang naghihintay nalang ako ng menstruation period ko? ## ang dian 35 pills ba nkkapg palaki ng boobs I'm gay and ma enhance ba ang skin ko mkkpag tanggal b ciya ng acne or pimples or mgging like a girl ako ## Safe po ba makipagsex sa 7days rest?

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My neighbor was in a car accident and had many cuts and scabs on his face. He told me he was applying this to his skin so it can heal. In less than a week from the accident all his wounds were gone. I was wondering if you can use this for like acne scabs or acne cuts ? ## Hello, Kelly! How are you? This is an antibiotic ointment, that's used to treat or prevent infections. You really shouldn't use it, without your doctor's approval, because improper use may lead to your developing antibiotic resistance. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I fell and scrap my whole lower leg and my husband came with the cream to put on my cut. I was hesitant but I allowed him to apply I normally scare and take long time to heal but in one week my cut healed no joke it is amazing. I fou...

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Dear Sir/Mam, I want to quit taking Musa Ka Gul, but if i don't take this i feel a headache and my mind doesn't work properly. Thanks for any advice. ## I m using a tobacco product musa ka gul 6 times a day . I m using it in toilet.to get fresh I want to quit from its use.plz help me ## Mubina, Use salt and mustard oil with fingers, as it will help you to remove the addiction. It would be better if you could also mix some menthol oil in this and drink it with warm water after taking meals with lemon. It will remove dental pain. {edited for privacy} ## Miss ka gul kaha meelta he .me dakor me rahta hu our yaha kahi meelta nai he. ## i want to leave musa ka gul as i take 10 times a day. My memory is going to be very poor. ## I have been addicted to it for the last 17 years...I am 3...

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Hi there! I am on my second week of low-dose isotretinoin. My skin flushed mostly around my nose and I can feel my pulse in the areas. Is this normal and does anyone have any idea why this happens? Thanks ## Yes, it has been known to cause these types of sensations as side effects, according to FDA reports, along with skin scaling, peeling, easy bruising, and sweating. Ref: Medline Plus Isotretinoin It's kind of hard to say why any particular side effect happens, it just has to do with the affect that a medication has on the body when working to do its job. Are you on any other medications? Have the side effects improved, at all?

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I want to know if I can use clobetasol cream two years past the expiration date? If so, how well will it work and is it safe? ## When it comes to anything expired, I first want to state that expiration dates in general are arbitrary figures. Just because something expires on a specific day of the year doesn't mean it's instantly ineffective and unsafe the minute the clock strikes that number. However when something is in ointment form and has other excipients that make up its composition, then you also have to take into consideration the shelf life of these substances which may or may not last as long as the primary active ingredient. With that said, I think it all comes down to proper storage and whether you care if the ointment isn't necessarily as effective as it could be...

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This orthopedic Doctor gave me 20mg of Kenalog-40 in the back by my shoulder. I did not realize what he was injecting in me at the time. How I regret it it made me feel really bad. How long does this stay in your body. Side effect were terrible. Km ## Kenalog is a corticosteroid class medication that is used to treat various conditions, such as skin issues, allergic reactions, and inflammation, among others. What types of side effects did you experience? Typically, it is known to cause nausea, headache, insomnia, mood changes, vertigo, and skin irritation when used topically, according to FDA reports. How long ago was it administered? ## Hi Kim I am having the same reactions. When did yours go away snd when did you feel well again? It has been 6 weeks and I feel just terrible still :( D...

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I AM LOOKING FOR CREAM OF TARTAR TABLETS OR PILLS. I HAVE FAMILY MEMBERS WHO ARE GETTING ALOT OF STAPH BOILS. I USED TO GIVE THIS TO MY SON 30 YEARS AGO FOR INFECTED MOSQUITO BITES AND IT CLEARED THEM UP ## I am looking for a place to buy cream of tartar pills. ## I'm sorry, but we have no way of knowing what store, or pharmacy has any given item in stock, at any given time. Have you tried asking your pharmacist, or seeing if the store you regularly use can order them in for you? ## If it is the same cream of tarter that is found in the spice section of the grocery store, then you could look for empty capsules at your pharmacy and make them yourself. ## is cream of tarter pills good for arthris ## I take MSM supplements for boils (although I haven't had them in a long time now) ...

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Soothing for bolis, cuts, bedsores, piles, cracked lips, etc... ## Where can I get lynux ointment to buy if I live in the UK? Thx. ## I have usesd this ointment in the past on boil and it was very effective. May i know where i could get some to buy as i have developed a new boil. ## Does this ointment work for external haemorroids too? ## i would like to know if lynux ointment can be use for hair growth. i need advice and any cream or remedy that will aid hair growth ## where can i buy Lynux Family Ointment? i live in Leeds. ## where can i get the ointment in uk ## I am writing from China .I got to know of this cream from Ghana. How can I get this at any web-based shop in china or abroad? ## Is lynux ointment available here in the UK, to be precise here in London? ## Can linux family oi...

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Can I take a tonic that includes pomegranate supplement when taking Tacrolimus and Mycophenolate anti-kidney-rejection medications? ## What else is in the tonic? Since you have had a transplant, and are taking these medications regularly, I would suggest speaking with your doctor, before taking anything that contains pomegranate. While the fruit is very healthy, and contains antioxidants, it has been known to affect how the liver metabolizes certain medications, according to FDA reports, and in rare instances, this has caused people to build up too much of the medications in their systems. Such a problem could result in liver damage, or failure.

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Hello, i just want to ask, is it ok to take another pack after finishing tge 21pills? I did not follow the 7 day free pill. The purpose of taking the pills is for my acne breakouts and thinking that it could help regularized my mens. Is it normal to have a delayed mens since this is my first timee to use the product? I am just curious if its safe or what. Or the 7days free pill must be followed?? Looking forward for your reply. Thank you. ## The 7 days free is what allows you to have a period, when taking oral contraceptives, according to the NIH. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, spotting, irritability, and PMS-like symptoms. Thus, it is best to take those 7 days off. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi! I also have question about nordette pills. I f...

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