Anti-Inflammatory Forums (Page 17)

I went to the ER a little over a week ago for a severe allergic reaction. I'm not sure what caused the reaction but I had woken up with a swollen face and swollen itchy eyes. My left eye was so swollen it was almost completely closed. I had no problems with my breathing. When I arrived at the ER, they put me on on IV with prednisone and some allergy medicine. I went home about an hour later but he prescribed me prednisone pills to start the next day. The first day I was to take 6, then 5, then 4....until the end of day 6. I took the doses for the first 2 days but those 2 days were rough. I couldn't sleep at all. I was miserable. I ended up tapering down faster than prescribed. So the 3rd day I only took 3 and then 2 then 1. I haven't had any since last Thursday. So I took th...

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Predizone for peripheral neuropathy? I have been diagnosed and have only been B-12 for low iron. A friend had this and said Predizone helped to cure her. What experience have you had with this condition and with Predizone? ## Prednisone is a steroid class medication, it can help with allergic reactions, inflammation, and some immune disorders, however, it should not be taken without a doctor's approval. The FDA warns that it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, weight changes, mood swings, insomnia, and fluid retention. It may not 'cure' any given condition. Are you on any other medications?

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round white pill with the letter V on one side then the numbers 50 with a divider and 94 ## Qualitest Pharmaceuticals lists this tablet as containing 5mgs of Prednisone, which is a steroid class medication that is most commonly used to treat immune disorders, allergic reactions, and swelling. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, headache, dizziness, fluid retention, acne, nervousness, and insomnia. Is there anything else I can help with?

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small, white, round, plain on backside ## Mylan Pharmaceuticals lists this tablet as containing 50mgs of Diclofenac, it is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that is used to treat pain, fever, and swelling. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach irritation, and increased risk of bleeding. Is there anything else I can help with?

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looks like a snail on one side and has dic 50 on the other side.colour is orange ## orange pill dic 50 on one side and a matchstick man or character on the other. ideas? ## sodium diclofenac - painkiller for arthritis gout etc. ## I cannot find anything to confirm this, can anyone provide links with information on an id and dosage? ## what is a white pill triangular mark dic 75 inprint under cheers ## orange tablet DIC 50 - I think the "snail" on other side is a dove, and I think this tablet is Diclofenac - a painkiller/anti-inflammatory, such as might be taken after dental work. Ask your pharmacist how and when to use. In fact, when faced with an unknown pill, it makes sense to ask a qualified pharmacist to identify rather than going online and asking an unknown informant like ...

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mefac caps 250 blue and white ## i took these tablets to clear up bleeding which i got after removing vaginal ring and i have'nt got a period since and its 35 days later, ive always been regular before this, any info would be appreciated ## Mefenamic Acid is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that is used to treat pain, fever, and swelling. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, easy bruising, headache, and increased risk of bleeding. Lou, are you sure this is the mediation you took?

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Hi. I hv stopped using persivate and I now developed red sores that are so painful how can I repair my skin? I don't want to use it again and I have tryed using bio oil,nothing help will you kindly help!. ## I have used it for almost 2 years now and whenever i tried stopping it, a lot of rashes will break out. I bought nivea Q 10 and am using avacado as a mask for my face. At first it was very itchy and now my face is clearing. Please don use that thing its like using nyaope, difficult to stop using coz of side effects. Will never use it for as long as i live, it damages skin. ## Where are the sores located? If you have a form of the herpes virus that causes cold sores, or genital breakouts, using a steroid class medication, such as this (Betamethasone), could cause a flare up. The ...

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Can someone please tell me where and how to get this cream in the US? I can't get to Mexico. ## Your local swap meet or any Mexican stores (not like north gate or anything like that ) ## @Shari, From what I've read, two of Gelmicin's ingredients (Betamethasone + Gentamicin) appear to be available by prescription-only here in the US. Clotrimazole is also reportedly available OTC or via prescription depending on the dosage. Having said that, I think your best bet may be to make an appointment with a doctor and have he/she write you a script. You could then take that Rx to a (compounding) pharmacy to see if they'll be able to formulate something similar to Gelmicin per your doctor's request. I know this sounds like a hassle but it's still probably more feasible than...

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I took a medrol dosepack 4mg 6 day for pains in my neck that went down to my fingers and they were tingling and going numb. The day after I finshed it I lost my voice and still have no voice a week later and i am starting to get the same pain for which the med was prescribed for. Is this a normal side affect. ## What was the condition that was diagnosed and being treated? The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, acne, fluid retention, and weight gain. Are you on any other medications? Do you have your voice back, yet? ## I have a pinched nerve in my neck. I have nerve damage from surgery 3 years ago. I am on pain meds, muscle relaxers for spasms. I voice is starting to come back a little. I see a neurologist and pain ma...

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what is zerodol use for when priscribed to patients. ## Zerodol is manufactured in India; comprised of the two active ingredients, aceclofenac 100 mg + serratiopeptidase 15 mg. Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is manufactured by Intas Pharma, under the tradename Hifenac. It is available in the India as a prescription-only drug, and is used for the relief of pain and inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. The dose is 100mg twice daily. More information regarding Aceclofenac, can be found by visiting the link below. If you have any more questions or further information to add, please post back, and I will be happy to help you. ## I just retrieved more information regarding Serratiopeptase, the second active ingredient in Z...

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My period has been delayed for 10 days. I am pregnant so please tell me if there are any abortion tablets available in DELHI (INDIA)? ## am delayed for 10 days period. I am pregnant so pls tell pill of SECURE aborstion tablet ## I'm sorry, we are based in the US and I have no idea what all medications are available in India. Have you had the pregnancy confirmed by a doctor and perhaps consulted one to see what your options are? Does anyone else have any information that may help? ## im pregnant 1month i take cytotec its safe for me?its my first time pls help me ## I'm pregnant in a week and my husband does not j Reid child as the pregnancy tires me too and I can not study the time of conception and I am 22 year and she lives in America, Minnesota I want a recipe or a drug to abo...

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I am researching this cream for a client with the following ingredients: Diclofenac 1.5% Gabapentin 2.5% Lidocaine 2.337% Prolocaine 2.337% Does anyone have additional information on it? ## Hello, Don! How are you? This cream is actually something that is specially ordered by a patient's doctor, and it must be created by a compounding pharmacy. There really is no standard list of ingredients, it can vary from doctor to doctor, according to what they think will work best for their patient. This combination is usually used for topical, or muscular pain relief, and the FDA lists the side effects as possibly including skin redness, irritation, flaking, and headache. To explain it more for you, Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant that is also u...

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I've been taking naproxen and lyrica for shingles pain, but my blood pressure is up and I have swelling on my left side. Do these meds interact? ## No, I didn't find any interactions listed between them, but it is always best to double check. Both pain, and a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory can cause you to have elevated blood pressure, according to FDA and AMA reports. How high is your blood pressure and how much Naproxen are you taking? The FDA also warns that Lyrica can cause hypertension, though it is a very rare side effect. It could be that this just isn't the right medication combination for you. Have you tried an antiviral for the Shingles? It can often help shorten the duration of them, and lessen the symptoms.

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Is magnesium salicylate the same as Naproxen? Thank you ## They can both treat the same conditions, such as pain, and inflammation. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach irritation, and increased risk of bleeding, They are not the same, but they do treat the same conditions. Is there anything else I can help with?

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The blue pill is oval, has 17 on it and is smooth on the back. It has no lines just 17. What is this? ## Amneal Pharmaceuticals lists this tablet as containing 220mgs of Naproxen, it is a generic, or store brand of Aleve, and is available over the counter. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding, stomach irritation, and nausea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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round small and white ## The pill you have is Prednisone (10 mg). National Drug Code: 55700-208 Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid drug that is particularly effective as an immunosuppressant, and affects virtually all of the immune system. It is used to treat certain inflammatory diseases and (at higher doses) cancers, but has significant adverse effects. To learn more information about Prednisone, please follow the link below... Did you have any questions or comments to add? Please post back if you. ## Wrong wrong wrong !! It is not prednisone ! It has a M On the other side ! I take prednisone & know what a pole different strengths look like & this is not it. Thank you ! Please be more careful with ur answers ! ## Gina, mine is predisone. There are many forms of this dru...

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Today it's been 3 weeks since my last dose of the methylprednisolone dose pack. I am finally getting some more sleep, but the side effects I am most worried about is my elevated heart rate. Minimal exercise sends it over 100 bpm. When can I expect this to get better? ## You heart rate should go up whenever you are being active. The Mayo Clinic provides a formula for calculating it, subtract your age from 220 and that will give you the maximum heart rate you should hit during exercise/activity. For example, I am 45, subtracting that from 220 gives me 175, so when being active, or exercising, my heart rate should not exceed that number. It is far more dangerous to have a very elevated heart rate, when you are at rest. Have you checked your resting rate? ## My resting rate is on the 80...

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Is it safe to take Prednisone 20 if it expired in June of 2014? Thanks. ## I have allergy induced asthma and my 20 mg dose of prednisone expired 06-30-2014. Is it still ok to take until the holiday is over? ## My son has Asthma an he has Prednisone an it has expired can he still it

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Are there any side effects of taking Presidone Medicine? ## All medications carry the risk of causing side effects. The FDA lists the typical ones for Prednisone as possibly including nausea, headache, dizziness, nervousness, fluid retention, weight gain, and insomnia. Is there anything else I can help with? ## How about stomach pain? Is it a side effect of pretazone ## Yes, it can cause stomach pain. Some people simply can't tolerate certain medications due to this. Try taking it with food and plenty of water to potentially reduce the risk. If the stomach pain persists contact your doctor. I've been lucky when taking prednisone myself, as I've noticed virtually no side effects from it; aside from perhaps a slight boost in energy. We're all different though and many peop...

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I took this about 1 week ago.I didn't finish it. My Doctor just called in another prisciption for this. Is it OK to take it so close together? ## Hello, Kayla! How are you? For resolution of your symptoms, you should follow your doctor's instructions. If you didn't finish the first one, you likely need to start over and finish the full pack. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia and acne. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I took my dinner dose of medrol late. I took it at about 11:00 pm est. I had my lunch dose at around two and fell asleep due to a headache (side effect). It is now 12:50 am est... How long do I have to wait to take my bedtime dose or should I skip it and take my morning...

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