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I just finished using this for itchy skin at 35+ wks pregnant, i now have a yeast infection am i okay to take a over the counter med for it or one the dr prescribed? ## Hi mandy, Since you are pregnant, I believe you would need to ask your doctor about every medication you are thinking about taking wether it's prescription or OTC. What is the name of the OTC medication you're considering and what are the active ingredients? I'm not sure if you're allowed to take probiotics, but doing so may be able to prevent yeast infections in the future by reinstating good bacteria in your body. Also, apple cider vinegar is a popular alternative for treating yeast infections without medications. Based on my research, Braggs apple cider vinegar is safe for use during and after pregnanc...

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is swelling of face & neck,stifness ,headache, stomach upset are side effects of dezecor and indomethacin(generic name of drug). ## Yes, those can be side effects of the Dezacor, because it contains the active ingredient Deflazacort, which is a steroid class medication. Learn more Dezacor details here. If you get internal swelling that's interfering with your breathing, then you need to seek emergency medical attention immediately. And the Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, which is very rough on the stomach. Learn more Indomethacin details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I just finnish take the 4mg pak methyiprednisolone tablet yesterday how long before it out my sistem? ## The length of time any drug remains in your system is going to vary from individual to individual, based on several factors, such as: -how much you take -how often you take it -your metabolic rate -your age and health -body mass -diet -etc... Methylprednisolone however, has an average half life of 18 to 36 hours. This means that it can take the body anywhere from 18 to 36 hours to clear 50% of the drug (after your last dose). You can see here that if you've been taking the drug regularly, then your dosing intervals may actually come before the long half life of the drug and therefore remain in your system longer (due to the higher dose that's now present in your system) - hyp...

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what are the major side effects if one take proxym -300 tablt for 15 days for inflamation problem ## Proxym contains the active ingredient Piroxicam, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach irritation and increased risk of bleeding. Learn more Proxym details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have serious bladder and vaginal atropy. I know what needs to be done, no one with medicare part b as a primary and medicaid as a secondary will do the surgery. must have made fifty calls. I have bleeding ulcers and other serious digestive problems probhibiting ansaids, allergic to nine antidepressants used for pain, and allergic to tramadol, the anticonvulsives don't work. I am in excruciating pain, that I take pills to sleep all the time, I can'at stand it. is there a doctor who can help. I can prove my medical problems, I also have no transportation, so I have to pay whenever I leave the house, somebody please help me. I can't even sit for long cause of a rectal prolapse. I am not suicidal, but sometimes I wish I would did, it hurts so bad. I also have a tooth, ready to...

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is a medecine from Mexico ## Hi, Maria! How are you? Actually, from what I can find, they are just nutritional supplements, they contain Glucosamine, Chondroitin, Magnesium and Vitamin C, so there are no actual drug ingredients. The glucosamine and chondroitin are believed to help with joint health and mobility. What were you told they were used to treat?

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After the Cortisone shot yesterday to my knee, I had insomnia last knight and lots of sweating. Is this normal or a bad reaction to the medication? ## Hi, Marjorie! Sorry about the insomnia and sweating. Cortisone is a steroid class medication and those can be normal side effects of these drugs and may linger for a few days after having been given the shot. Learn more Cortisone details here. I'm sorry that you weren't warned about them. However, you should discuss it with your doctor to verify this and be sure of what else you can expect. Is there anything else I can help with?

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took 1 7.5 tab of meloxicam for fibromyalgia,within 1/2 hr, had bad stomach pain I associate with Barrett's Esophagus which I also have....pain was with me all day..I take Prilosec daily to control the acid. Will not take the Mobic anymore....as pain was so bad and lengthly...Is this common? ## Hi, Simyl! Sorry about the pain you experienced. I can't say that it's common, but it is known possible side effect of Mobic/Meloxicam and it can be much more pronounced if you already have some type of acid issue going on. Learn more Mobic details here. It can happen with all the NSAID medications. Have you discussed it with your doctor? You may be better off trying a different class of medication to treat your fibromyalgia.

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what is it used for and what are the side effects ## Hi, George! How are you? Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Side effects may include nausea, headache, dizziness and stomach irritation. It's pretty strong, so the stomach upset and irritation are very common with this medication. Learn more Indomethacin details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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What is the tan or peach color pill with the number 75 and the name begins with.letters Met or Mel last three letters are com ## Based on the description provided, the closest match I could find is a round yellow pill marked with "Mel 7.5" on one side and "APO" on the other. This particular pill is identified as Meloxicam 7.5 mg. Although there are obvious differences between the pill in your description and this pill, it is still possible that they could've been manufactured by the same company (Apotex Corp.), since they share similar distinctive markings. That said, I would recommend contacting Apotex's customer service department at 1-800-706-5575, for a more accurate ID on the pill. Perhaps it could be on of their own. The office hours are Monday through Frid...

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found this pill wanting to know what it is and what it is used for ## What is A-97 pill for ## yellowishwhite round pill with c on one side 79 on the other ## Did you ever find out what the pill is? I have one i cant find any info ## The tablet with the C 79 marking contains 7.5mgs of Meloxicam, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach irritation. Learn more Meloxicam details here. Are there any comments or questions? ## Yellow round pill c on one side 79 on the other side

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Can mexicans be substituted for zanex? ## Can meloxicam be substituted for games ? ## Hi, Ace! I think autocorrect is having some fun with you here. And no, they are not even close to being the same type of medication. Xanax is a benzodiazepine that's most commonly used to treat anxiety and nervous disorders, which also means it has the potential to be habit forming. Learn more Xanax details here. While Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Learn more Meloxicam details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Small circular yellow pill with 100 on one side and an arrow on the other side. ## Hello, The closest match I've been able to find is Meloxicam (15 mg); which is a round yellow pill with the imprint 100 on one side and nothing on the back. Manufacturer: Carlsbad Technology, Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 61442-0127 Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, used to relieve the symptoms of arthritis, primary dysmenorrhea, fever; and as an analgesic. Side effects may include: upset stomach, diarrhea, bloating, gas, dizziness, nervousness, headache, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, or mild skin rash. If you experience any of the following sever side effects, Stop using meloxicam and call your doctor at once: Chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems...

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My daughter us being prescribed Mobic for post surgery brain pain/headaches on a daily maintenance basis in a time released formula.I've only read of this for arthritis, not for head pain. It's this going to be effective? She is 46,110 lbs. ## Hi, Sarita! Meloxicam is just a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that treats pain, fever and swelling, so it can be used to treat other sources of pain, as well. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness and stomach irritation. Learn more Mobic details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Not an rx for sure. Is it for pain? Arthritis? ## Not Rx- it is equivalent to Tylenol Arthritis 650mg - CVS Pharmacy brand or Member's Mark (Sam's Club) ## @Terry, The closest match I've been able to find is a white oblong pill with the imprint Cor 116. This pill contains Acetaminophen (650 mg) as the active ingredient. Manufacturer: Chain Drug Marketing Assoc. Maybe the pill Sean identified is the correct match? OTC medications can be hard to identify... You can learn more about this drug on the page for Acetaminophen Details Please post back if you have any questions or information to add!

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Thank you for the answers. I appreciate it. I am just doing a research and thought I ask over this website in case other people would like to share opinions. Maybe some drugs could be an answer to underweight people if first consulting a doctor. ## There are actually far too many medications to list, that can cause weight gain as a side effect and there is also no way to determine if any given person would experience this as a side effect. Some people experience weight gain from SSRI antidepressants and some don't. In addition, most medications can also cause other side effects and, if they do cause weight gain, then it is generally only temporary and doesn't last, once the medication is discontinued. This, coupled with the possible dangers, explains why most doctors will not re...

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What is side effect of lefno 20 in R A ! ## Hi, Neela! Lefno contains the active ingredient Leflunomide and there are some pretty bigs risks associated with taking it, such as liver damage or organ failure, though such things have been mainly known to occur in people with other risk factors, such as alcoholism or drug abuse. You can learn more Lefno details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I suffer from rheumatoid arthritis. Doctor prescribed Folitrax 15 mg, every monday. Since 15 mg tablets are not available in the available, can I take 3 tablets of Folitrax 5 mg, together? Will it create any problem? ## Hi Granny, The only potential problem I see with taking three 5mg tablets as opposed to one 15mg tablet, is that you are getting 3x the amount of binders/fillers, otherwise known as inactive ingredients. Certain "inactive" ingredients which may or may not be present in each brand, are actually detrimental to how the drug is metabolized and used by your body. In other words they could effect the overall absorption and efficacy of the drug itself; so more is not always better in that regard. Some people react to various fillers and their body simply cannot absorb t...

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I have MVP and take propanolol and was recently prescribed meloxicam for arthritis. Is it okay to take the meloxicam with having mitral valve prolapse? ## Hi debbie, Based on my research, Meloxicam is contraindicated for the treatment of peri-operative pain in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. I haven't found anything specifically relating to MVP in that regard. But one review I've come across from another MVP patient (who happened to be taking Meloxicam), mentioned that their heart was acting strange on this medication and they had to switch to another muscle relaxer. Although it is important to understand that these medications can effect each person differently, so unfortunately the only way to know for sure how it effects you, is to go by trial and ...

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i am consuming Dolo 650 appropriately rather than any other if this lead to any side also my brother used to intake more dolo650 for headache ## no side effects except do not take more 1 tablet twice a day and only after food ## I am having severe arthritis on both the legs and am 81 years old. Doctors recommend operation at both legs, which I do not consider to be 100% safe, as after effects and physiotherapy will be difficult to undergo. What I would like to know whether for pain relief and swollen portion of the knee, DOLO 650 will be safe for use so that I can walk to a certain extent and strengthen my side muscles for day to day activities. Will it have any side effects on prolonged use. Please clarify.

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