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a form of cortisone ## Fludrocortisone is a synthetic corticosteroid with moderate glucocorticoid potency and much greater mineralocorticoid potency. It is used primarily to replace the missing hormone aldosterone in various forms of adrenal insufficiency such as Addison's disease and the classic salt wasting (21-hydroxylase deficiency) form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## I am being given fludrocort for slow heart beat. Is this a proper medicine for this problem. ## They have given me this exact same drug: reasons as follows~my heart rate is beating extra beats, and I cannot take beta blockers at this time, due to my bp being too low therefore, enter the ...

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Can I get a tetanus shot while taking a Medrol pack? I was slightly spurred by a rooster tonight, just barely broke the skin but did bleed a drop. People are saying I need a tetanus shot and I didn't know if I could or not while taking Medrol pack? Today is my first day on the pack. ## Yes, you should still be able to get the shot. Just make sure to inform your doctor that you are taking the Medrol. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Medrol as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, acne and insomnia. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My husband has been using celebrex for about 2 weeks. He is now complaining that his knees hurt worse than before the celebrex. I stopped the celebrex today - does celebrex just stay in your body for 24 hours or is this the kind of drug that builds in your body and you will have to be off the drug a few days to start to feel better? ## Hello, Annie! How is your husband doing? Yes, it may take a few days for him to start to feel better. Its typical side effects, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include nausea, dizziness, stomach irritation and increased risk of bleeding. Has he consulted his doctor? There are other medications he can try.

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I finished taking the methylprednisolone pack Saturday a poison ivy reaction and have had unbearable itchy skin around my neck and face. Is this a common withdrawal symptom? ## Hello, Cristi! How are you? No, if you developed hives, you may be having an allergic reaction to it and should consult your doctor. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, insomnia, acne and fluid retention. Is there anything else I can help with? ## No, that's it. Thanks so much for getting back to me.

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I had neck surgery on a disc and after surgery was prescribed this med in January to reduce swelling in my neck and now I'm still having trouble swolling and they put me back on this medicine in March is this normal : had a new disc put in neck ## Did they provide you with a diagnosis? It is highly possible for swelling, or scar tissue to cause problems long after surgery, even when it seems that the rest of the recovering is done. Is the medication helping? The FDA classifies this as a steroid that is used to treat inflammation, allergic reactions and swelling. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, acne, weight gain and fluid retention. It's difficult to say what is normal, after such surgery, because everyone is different and will recover a...

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I was taking medrol 32 mg 2 times per day for 2 weeks now and reduced to 1 pill per day for the last 2 days. The weakness and high heart beat rate is becoming unbearable and I stopped it today. Is it ok to do so? or I need to reduce more like half pill or so.. I was only taking it for a little sinus infection that was caused by a root filled tooth 2 years ago and the tooth is extracted but the inflammation continued.

Is there any problem on interactions between Celebrex & Sturgeron. Have fibromyalgia. Developed mild but frequent dizziness when traveling overseas Dr prescribed Sturgeron 15. Nervous when it's not my own Dr. ## Hello, Lindsay! How are you? I didn't find any interactions listed between these two medications, but it's always best to double check this information to be sure. Sturgeon contains the active ingredient Cinnarizine, it is very commonly prescribed to treat nausea and vomiting due to motion sickness and vertigo. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, sweating, dry mouth and headache. Is there anything else I can help with? ## can itake take sturgeon tablets while I am taking warfarin?G ## I didn't find any interactions listed, but you should only take...

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Isdiarrhea common side effect after cortisone shot maddyg ## Yes, it can cause that as a side effect, in some people. You may also experience insomnia, headache, acne, weight gain and fluid retention. Is this the only medication you were given?

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Taking Methylprednislolone for two days for strawberry or tomato rash & the rash doesn't seem much better maybe worse, what should I do?ra ## Hello, Jean! How are you? Two days isn't nearly enough time to know if it's going to work, or not. You'll need to wait awhile longer, unless your doctor feels otherwise. 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?

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Meloxicam 15 mg was taken while receiving IV Invanz daily. Are there any interactions between IV Invanz & Meloxicam? ## Hello, Elaine! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed and the doctor administering them should also have checked. Did you experience any odd side effects? Meloxicam is classified by the FDA as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Invanz may cause side effects, such as headache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

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I have been perscribed tendocare 1 tab daily for knee pain due asteoarthiritis along with etoricoxib tab and cartigen. I am also on medication for ldl. Is it safe and effective medicine.. ## I have ganglion on my wrist..doctor suggested tendocare for 7 days..1 tablet a day...but still not working..is tendocare tablet useful in ganglion??

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can anyone tell me what kinda pill this is please! ## Hello, Jason! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Exelan Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 7.5mgs of Meloxicam. The FDA classifies this medication as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have severe rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and carpal tunnel in both wrists. That's just the tip of the iceberg. Well I have been seeing the same Dr for the last 8 yrs and because people can't follow directions, or abuse their medication is why I am now looking for a new LEGITIMATE Dr. His practice made a decision to no longer write pain medication, bc they do not have the resources or time to monitor it properly. He wrote me a excellent referral letter, saying I follow all guidelines, and am a good patient. My rheumatologist believes in a different pain medication than I am prescribed, and so he said he would write me rxs for a new medication, but if it ain't broke don't fix it. I have tried everything under the sun, and I'm also taking Arava, ibuprofen, and Pla

Does any one know of a pain management doctor that prescribes narcotics on cape cod? I've been dealing with chronic back pain for 20 years tried every thing from cortisone shots to physical therpy... ## Hi Sully, I may not have a doctor I can refer you to, but I can provide you with a couple links that may be of service to you in so far as locating pain management doctors within your general area. Input your city or zip code for narrowed results: {link removed because site no longer exists} wellness.com/find/pain%20management%20specialist I'd consider calling up a number of them to see if they are accepting new patients. To get a real vibe for the doctor you may even want to follow up with a visit in person. Also, if you'd like to take a more natural approach I recommend usi...

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My dad (85 years old) was prescribed the loriderm patch for severe arthritis back pain and I noticed after he wore the patch for a few days he started to halucinate and was confused and very nervious so at the hospital they took the patch off. How long does it take for the medication to get out of your system? ## Hello, Marylou! How is your dad doing? How long was he using it? If he was only on it for a short period of time, then it shouldn't take more than a few days to be processed out. That's an odd side effect, however, since this is a topical anesthetic that's actually very mild and very little of it is absorbed. Are they sure it was from the Lidoderm? Is he on any other medications? ## Did you Dad take the patch off every 12 hours and did not put another on until 12 ho...

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HELP READY TO DIE CANT TAKE PAIN NO MORE..MULTIPLE SURGERIES.MIGRAINRS.FIBRO.DISK IN LOW N UPPER NECK. CANT MOVE.. ## I am so very sorry that you're in pain and miserable. No one should ever have too suffer! What type of doctor have you been seeing? Due to the new regulations that were put in place last year, if you require medications on a long-term ongoing basis for the management of chronic pain, you'll need to see a specialist. Do you have a PCP? If you can have them refer you to someone, that would likely be the quickest way to get the help you need. ## Are there any doctors willing to prescribe pain meds in Montana? I have fibromyalgia along with migraines, degenerative arthritis and am need of knee replacement. If I even clean house or do yard work one day, I hurt so bad ...

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can I take methylprednisolione if i took diclofenac? can I start my methylprednisolone pack on day 3 ## Hello, Denver! How are you? No, these two generally shouldn't be taken together, due to the increased risk of GI ulceration, from them increasing the toxicity of each other. It would be best to speak to your doctor regarding what you can safely take with the Methylprednisolone. As to it, the FDA classifies it as a steroid and, for it to be most effective, you should take the full dose pack, as prescribed, with no shortcuts. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, fluid retention, acne and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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A natural pill that helps to repair the cartlidge in joints , taking away the pain it was causing. Does any one know where I can find the site that has this information? If not, does anyone know what's in Arthri-D? And, would pass it on to me and the other readers. ## Arthri-D is a supplement, so while they make a lot of claims, it is not actually proven to help with anything. From what I can find, it contains: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Chondroitin, NAG, Turmeric, Rice Flour, Boswella Serrata, Ashwagandha, Yucca, Bromelain, Evening Primrose Oil, Green Lipped Muscle and Hyaluronic Acid. From what other posters have said, they charge around $50 a bottle, plus shipping. You are also in a type of program that sends regularly, when you buy it. You cannot order or cancel on their w...

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The pills are from the vet for one of my dogs but the label has worn off completely. Pills are small, flat and are scored on one side only. Theres's a very slight wit wish speckle just visible in them and they have a 'powdery' exterior (not enteric or coated etc). No other marking or imprint. I vaguely remember something about them being a cortisone type thing - maybe prednisone... I think I've had veterinary prednisone under the brand name 'Solone' before which looked like this but honestly can't recall (I do rescue dogs so see a LOT of vets and vet meds). I can't find Solone images which match online either. *cant ask the vet who dispensed as the label is completely obliterated

small yellow pill with UL imprinted on one side and 7.5 on the other ## Correction, i am sorry, I put in the wrong medication. The correct ingredient is 7.5mgs of Meloxicam, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory used to treat pain and swelling. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach irritation. Read more: Anything else I can help with? ## Meloxicam 7.5mg by Unichem Co; generic for Mobic 7.5mg with a National Drug Code of 29300-0124-01 is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is typically used as a pain reliever for arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, etc.

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