Allergies, Cough & Cold Forums (Page 47)

I saw a doc on the box today and Walgreens will not prescribe my usually cough med tussinex my dr was booked until Tuesday. I have bronchitis double ear infection and sinitis. The gave me brofam but it is not numbing my throat or suppressing my cough long enough.

Can I use Decdan tablets for treating allergies? ## This is a steroid class medication that is used to treat allergic reactions, inflammation, and immune disorders. It should only be taken, if your doctor has instructed you to take it. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, acne, weight gain, fluid retention, and insomnia. Has this medication been prescribed for you?

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I have been experiencing a rather persistent cough and mucus, for which I am currently taking Montair LC and Foracort 200 regularly. In addition, my doctor prescribed Azicip, but it didn't yield any positive results. Recently, he suggested I take Omnacortil 10mg. However, I'm hesitant to do so because I also suffer from endometriosis which could potentially recur. I'd like to know if this steroid might lead to the development of cysts? ## Actually, steroids are usually used to help get rid of cysts, according to the NIH. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, fluid retention, nervousness, and insomnia.

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above medicine is suggested me by my physician for lung infection two times daily. is it be helpful if taken thrice in emergency . ## You should take it as directed by your physician, if you were told take it twice a day, then that is how often you should take it. What type of emergency are you experiencing? The NIH lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including cough, dizziness, dry mouth, and headache. Are you on any other medications?

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My doctor recommended that my daughter take Ibilex 500 for an earache which was accompanied by a cough and a sore throat. She said for her to take 4 tablets at 4 different times of the day for 7 days straight. Is this right? ## This is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections, so she should take it as directed by her doctor. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have an infection and have fluid like sacks that break if I push on them. Is this medication a good one to get rid of my infection? ## Hello, Nannette! How are you? I am sorry about the problem you're having. Where are the fluid sacks located? Have you had this checked out by your doctor? If this is due to some type of virus, or allergy, this medication will not help. It is an antibiotic and the FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea.

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Why would I be prescribed Lorazepam with Tessalon perels and Amoxicillin for acute bronchitis and an upper respiratory infection? ## Hello, Curtis! How are you? The pearls are used to suppress cough and the Amoxicillin is an antibiotic. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. I am not sure, however, on the Lorazepam. Did you doctor explain?

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I got a new tattoo 3 days ago on my chest and I started getting very itchy right after he applied A&D ointment. Day 2 I woke up with a small rash in and around the tattoo, I took a Benadryl and went to bed. Now today is day 3 and the rash was not there when I woke up but as time is going by the rash is back worse then and is starting to itch. I took 2 Benadryl a few hours ago but haven't noticed any change. I have triamcinolone ointment or cream I can use. Will this help? I'm kinda thinking I may an allergy to latex being I had a heart monitor a few months ago and the round sticky pads that were placed on my chest had kind of the same effect just not as bad as this one. Should I be concerned enough to go to the doctors or treat with the triamcinolone I have at home and just ...

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small oval clear ## Benzonatate is most commonly used as a cough suppressant. Side effects may include nausea, drowsiness and dizziness. You can learn more Benzonatate details here. Are there any questions or comments? Is there anything I can help with? ## Been taking this 2-3 x daily for almost 3 months with horrible side effects. Can anyone tell me how long before these wear off after discontinuing use?

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I started taking coveram 5/5 since 2 day after stopping my previous medicine Mecardes 80mg I experienced dry Cough sweating. back pain. . Weakness and legs pain dose will stop or it will continue please your reply is highly needed ## I have been taking coveram 5mg for the past 2 months and have been having the following problems; ankles swelling,legs very sore and heavy,tummy swelling,back pain (thought this was from my back operations I had over the last 2 years) headaches over the right side of my face,dizziness and sweating a lot

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I cannot find a pharmacy that carries my usual type of promethazine. What I've always used and the only kind that helps is made by Sandoz. It's promethazine 50 MG pink pill labled GG 235 ## Hello, Cricket! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. Whatever one your pharmacy has in stock will vary, depending on what company was offering the cheapest price, at the time they needed to restock their supply. However, since this is not a controlled substance, they should be able to order it in for you. Have you tried asking at your regular pharmacy? Many times they will do so, for regular customers. The FDA lists Promethazine as being an antihistamine that is commonly used to treat allergic reactions and to prevent nausea and vomiting. Typical side effects a...

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I took with Nicip Plus along with Okacet after taking food for Allergy in the skin due to a worm you an see in Drum Stick tree. I fell down after guiddyness. I have no history of BP or Sugar. What is the reason? I checked BP and Sugar also it is normal.

what is AC-NEX forte for? And what are its side effects? ## Hi cris, AC-NEX forte capsules reportedly contain the following set of active ingredients: Guaifenesin 100mg + Paracetamol 325mg + Phenylpropanolamine 25mg + Dextromethorphan Hbr 10mg + Chlorpheniramine Maleate 1mg This combination is marketed for its use in treating allergies, cough, cold, and excess mucus/phlegm. As far as possible side effects are concerned, there are honestly too many to list without taking up several pages...However you can learn more about each individual drug and their side effects on the corresponding pages for: 1). Guaifenesin Details 2). Paracetamol Details 3). Phenylpropanolamine Details 4). Dextromethorphan Details 5). Chlorpheniramine Details I hope this info helps! ## My Gf bought DECULGEN tapos b...

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I want to know the difference between novamox and monocef-o, 100. I'm having a kid of 3 years old, he suffering from fever from 1 week. I used crosin suspension for this bt after 5 to 6 hours again fever comes, also having cough, khasi, redness of eyes and cheek. Doctor suggested me to give him monocef but I'm having novamox.... ## They are both antibiotics, but they do not contain the same active ingredient. Monocef contains Cefpodoxime, and Novamox contains Amoxicillin. You should give him the one the doctor has instructed, because sometimes a specific antibiotic is required to treat certain bacterial infections, according to the NIH. The U.S. FDA lists the typical antibiotic side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. ...

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Please tell me if anyone knows what this pill is? It is white and oval with a marking of HP 15 with a score line in middle. There is nothing on the other side. ## Hello, Sara! How are you? This is listed as being a cold remedy that contains 8 mgs of Chlorpheniramine, 2.5mgs of Methscopolamine, and 120mgs of Pseudoephedrine. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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medication for what sickness? thanks ## From what I was able to gather Erdosteine is manufactured in the Philippines and is classed as cough and cold relief. Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## indicationsfor ectrin 300 mg ## What are the side effects of endosteine?..I wasnt able to read the literature. ## erdosteine ectrin 300 capsule, medicine for wat sickness? thanks ## I have been prescribed erdosteine (ectrin) 300 mg capsule for my cough, to be taken twice a day; in my case 10:00 am and 10:00 pm. However, I mistakenly took it at 2:00 pm which is only about 4 hours away from the morning schedule. Will it have a bad effect on my system? h ## Am taking Ectrin300mg 2xa day w/ Claricort(same timing)for how long can I take it?I'm on my...

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Want to know why l montus kid tables used for in kids at age 5 years my child is suffering from severe cough and cold Dr. gave me this tables for my child ## It is just used to alleviate the symptoms of colds, or allergies. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and dry mouth. It can help with the cough and congestion. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have a cough with yellow phlegm. Will xorimax 250 help? I just want to get rid of the yellow phlegm. Is it safe for me to take it? ## Hello, Joan! How are you? Has there been any change? This medication is an antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent various types of bacterial infections. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. However, yellow phlegm does not always mean that an infection is present, according to the NIH, although it was thought to be true for many, many years. It has been discovered in more modern times that it may just mean your body is fighting off a cold, or other issue. Thus, you should not take an antibiotic, unless your doctor confirms the presence of an infection.

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I have an ic bladder. Now I have a bad cold. Can I take benzonatate even if I have an ic bladder? ## Hello, Sharon! How are you? Has it been prescribed for you by your doctor? I didn't find anything listed by the FDA saying that it's contraindicated with such a condition, but it's always best to double check to be sure. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, and headache.

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What are these large round white pills, scored on one side, TCL above score, with 272 underneath and blank on the otherside? During my search I've been given two very different answers. ## This tablet is manufactured by Time Cap Laboratories and they list it as containing 400mgs of Guaifenesin, which is an expectorant that is used to treat congestion caused by cold or allergies. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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