Allergies, Cough & Cold Forums (Page 63)

Light blue number 5 on one side nothing on other small ## Hello, Jb! How are you? From what I have been able to find, this is a 5mg Desloratadine tablet. The FDA classifies this as an antihistamine that is most commonly used to treat allergies and is available by prescription only. Its typical side effects may possibly include drowsiness, dizziness and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am 56 years old. When I was a preteen my dad used to give my sister and I a clear medicine. It was the most horrible medicine I ever tasted! My OLD doctor said it was taken off the shelves because of miss use. I was trying to remember the name. ## I remember a clear cough syrup that was AWFUL called terpinhydrate. My brother & I used to run from it, but it really worked. It was discontinued in the 90's.

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can i continue lutica cream for lifetime? pls let me know its side effects, ## Hello, Rinki! How are you? The FDA lists this cream as containing the active ingredient Fluticasone, which is a steroid, so you should only use it, as long as your doctor approves. There are some risks to long-term use of steroids, even topically and they may actually worsen some conditions. The typical side effects may possibly include skin irritation, dryness, redness, acne and rash. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I'm in Houston. There is so much syrup here its like the wild west. It's crazy how it's gone worldwide as far as recreational use. ## Didn't the discontinuation of syrup from activist in 2014 slow down the trade down there? ## @gladiatorways, It is crazy how there so many people who take allergy, cough & cold medicine recreationally as if it's chocolate ice cream or something delicious. When I was little I used to feel like throwing up those miniature cap-fulls of cough syrup, they'd taste so bad (not to mention possible side effects). For the sake of those people's health, it'd be a shame to see any of them catch a real serious cold and become immune to the medication's effects, due to having a high tolerance. @Bill, Re: "Didn't the disco...

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Can triamcinolone be used when in the sun? If not, is it possible to simply wash off the residue before sun exposure, or is it the drug that gets absorbed the problem? Also, if sun exposure is a problem, how long after I stop using the cream can I spend time in the sun? Thank you. ## Hello, Wolfwoman! How are you? Yes, it can make you more susceptible to the effects of the sun and washing it off won't help, since some is absorbed systemically. If you need to go out in the sub, it's best to be cautious and use clothing and strong sun protection to protect yourself and avoid prolonged exposure, according to the NIH. It may take several weeks, before things return to normal, after your done treating with it. Other side effects, as listed by the FDA, may include skin redness, irrita...

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I Have A Daughter Of 7 Year Im 36 Old And In 2012 Nov 2013 Got Pregnant But When Went For My Ultrasound On 6th Week of my Pregnancy it comes no cardiac activity. can you pls explain the reason ## Hello, Shallu! How are you? Unfortunately no, I really can't. There isn't enough information in your post for me to give you any specifics on this. Sometimes it's just due to the way the baby is sitting in the womb, the ultrasound just doesn't pick up the heartbeat. What has your doctor said about it? ## My wife is pregnant running 28 th week and suffering from dry cough and doctor adviced to take Grilinctus-BM is this safe

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Was told I can't purchase any more this month. I have only bought it 1 time this year, on May 7th. Now over 2 weeks later they say no more this month. Where else is it available? ## Hello, Gost! How are you? I'm sorry, but if you've reached your purchase limit, then no store will be able to sell it to you. Purchases of these products are logged in a database, which is why you have to sign for them and show ID. You will have to wait until the month is up, before you can purchase a new supply. Claritin D contains Loratadine and Pseudoephedrine, the latter of which is commonly abused and often adulterated to manufactured illicit substances. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia and nervousness. Is t...

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I've seen many people using sonaderm nm for face to improve complexion & it works very quickly.....is it safe to use it to face. ## @Madhu, According to the manufacturer, Sonaderm NM can be used to treat bacterial and/or fungal derived skin infections (including, but not limited to): Infected atopic dermatitis infected excoriation bacterial superinfection of chronic superficial mycoses otitis externa infected steroid-responsive dermatoses eczema psoriasis They go on to note that it is used by applying a thin layer of cream to the affected skin area(s) two times daily along with gentle rubbing. If you happen to have a skin condition similar to what is mentioned above, I personally don't see any reason why you wouldn't be able to use it on your face, unless instructed othe...

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While in Europe I got a chest cold and the pharmacy gave my husband Fluimucil 200. It worked great. Can I buy it in the USA? ## Fluimucil is listed as containing the active ingredient Acetylcysteine, the only thing it really does or a cold is help loosen the mucous. In the U.S., it is available, in small amounts, as an over the counter supplement. ## Hi! I'm on vacation in Florida and I have sinusitis.. Which pharmacies here carry acetylcysteine? I went to walgreens and cvs and couldnt buy it...

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does anyone have releif and for how long. Mine is coming back. Injections were for diagnoses of RSD. It was given in the hip and thigh at UAB. It has been 2 months sense last injection and starting to get pain again in knee's and hips. ## Have you spoken to your doctor about it? Aristospan contains the active ingredient Triamcinolone, which is a steroid. Do they have you on anything else for pain? ## My name is Beth I was diagnosed with RSds years ago in Seattle WA 1990. I was crippled in one leg for at least 4 yrs. I seen many different drs. None were helping me. The dr. Told me he wanted to amputate my rt. leg to just above knee. I told him I would walk again n I wouldn't be back. Don't give up get in touch w the Drs. Who treat allot of cases of RSds because they will cure...

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My mom is allergic to sulfa, she also cannot eat peas and eggs. Recently the dr gave her microbid and she reacted as if she had sulfa, yet the doctor said the medication does not contain sulfa. Is this medication a sulphite, meaning does it have other chemicals that can make someone who is allergic to sulfa react in the same allergic way? Any information provided would be appreciated. ## Hello, Jake! How is your mom doing? You're actually talking about 3 different substances. Sulfur, which is in eggs and peas, sulfa, which is used to make some medications and sulfites. Most people are not allergic to all 3, since they aren't the same. What type of reaction did she have to this medication? It is not a sulfa drug, but as an antibiotic, it can cause some side effects, such as nause...

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I have a stuffy nose and cough I was wondering if I could take some of this Bromfed medician ## Hello, Greeneyes! How are you? Congratulations on the baby! When pregnant, you shouldn't take anything, without your doctor's approval. This particular medication has not been studied for safety in pregnancy. However, there are some cold remedies that are and your doctor should be able to suggest one for you. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Im 29 years old. My weight is 50kg, ## I'm not aware of any injections (aside from steroids) that can smaller people gain weight. Someone else in another thread here actually had a similar issue, but recommended trying Periactin (cyproheptadine). Apparently long term use of the drug can stimulate the appetite and may lead to weight gain, which is helpful for underweight people. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Periactin Details Overall, if you are a smaller person who wishes to gain weight, in my honest opinion your best bet is to follow a proper diet and exercise regimen. Even doing that, some people are just naturally small, so your weight may or may not change that significantly. I hope this info helps! ## Hi, my name is Christy. I am 32 yrs. old and have2 kids....

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A friend suggested I ask my rheumatologist for this as a substitute for cyclobenzaprine which became excessively costly for me about 2 years ago and I stopped taking it. The spelling of "marporanol" is a guess. I do not know any more than this.

Can't sleep at night because of breathing and coughing problem ## Hello, Alejandro! How are you? Have you consulted your doctor? If you have a cough and a problem breathing, you need to have this checked out, it could be something serious, such as pneumonia or congestive heart failure. Has this medication been prescribed for you? The FDA classifies it as a narcotic cough suppressant. It carriers the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and constipation.

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Found some small round blue pills with only a 5 on it. can you please identify this for me? Thank you. ## Hello, Lily! How are you? That imprint is rather obscure, so I can't be 100% certain, but there is a Desloratadine tablet that matches this description, it's a generic for Clarinex. It's a 5mg tablet. The FDA classifies it as an antihistamine that's used to treat allergic reactions/ Its typical side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, menstrual pain and muscle pain. Does anyone else have any ideas?

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Can I took this with winter cold.It the only thing I got I. My him? ## Hello, Amanda! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Major Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 25mgs of Diphenhydramine. The FDA classifies this medication as an antihistamine that is most commonly used to treat allergic reactions and induce sleepiness. Its typical side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, blurry vision and dry mouth. It is doubtful that it will help much with cold symptoms, since a cold doesn't involve histamines. Have you spoken to your doctor?

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Need to know a small yellow ROUND WITH 310 over a V the back is plain 4 cant see well but could be 910 over a V ## Hello, Jamie! How are you? Don't worry, many people have trouble making out this imprint, but I know what you're talking about. That's a logo with the numbers 016. This is an over the counter product that contains 4mgs of Chlorpheniramine. The FDA classifies it as an antihistamine and its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and drowsiness. Is there anything else I can help with?

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this is the first time useing this meds. really would like to know what all is in it ## Hello, GG! How are you? Cetirizine is the active ingredient, it is an antihistamine that's most commonly used to treat allergies. Side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness and dry mouth. As to the inactive ingredients, I can't provide you with any information, without knowing more details. Can you please post back with the markings on the tablet in question? Thank you! ## Small pill CTN on one side 10 on the other retiring what does it do as far as being able to operate power tools ## Hello, Bob! Due to the fact that it may cause dizziness and drowsiness, it would be best not to operate any power tools, until you're familiar with how it affects you. Are there any other questions or c...

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No one seems to know this, A Blue oval Pill with E 745 on it. How is it possible this cannot be identified? ## Hello, Brovolone! How are you? From what I've been able to find, this is an over the counter product called Guaipax SR that is listed as containing 75mgs of Phenylpropanolamine and 400mgs of Guaifenesin, it is a cold remedy that helps relieve nasal congestion. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, dry throat, nervousness and insomnia. That also explains why it's been hard to find an identification for it, over the counter medications are not required to be listed with the FDA like prescription drugs. Is there anything else I can help with?

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