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The day after I take my 6 2.5mg methotrexate tablets I always have enough stomach upset to make me spend an hour or so doing absolutely nothing but sit still. Are there any suggestions about what foods might help counteract this reaction? Are there any suggestions about changing the day (once a week) that I take my pills so that I could take them the day prior to a day with less physical activity? ## Hello, LeTigre! How are you? In many cases, crackers or bread can help reduce the nausea and stomach pain, as long as they aren't contraindicated with the given medication. Changing the day should be fine, unless your doctor has some reason for you not to do so. The FDA lists other typical side effects as possibly including back pain, blurred vision, headache and cough. Is there anythin...

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What is this drug used for exactly. I take 6 of these at one time. once a week. They were prescribed by ma RA doctor. But did not really inform me exactly what they are to do for me I am going on my 4th week this week of taking 6 more? Just kind of curious as what they are doing for me Thank you ## Methotrexate is used to treat inflammatory types of arthritis, as well as other medical conditions. According to the FDA. It has been shown to be very effective for treating RA. Its typical side effects may possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and blurred vision. The hope is that over time, it will reduce the inflammation to help your condition. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I found this pill in my son's room. it is a small round pill with a capital T on one side and 25 on the other. ## A white round pill imprinted with T 25 is identified as Tarceva (25 mg). However, I cannot locate a photo of the pill to confirm whether or not the "T" and "25" are on the same side of the tablet, so this may not be 100% accurate in that regard. Tarceva (Erlotinib) is prescribed for treatment of non-small cell lung cancer; pancreatic cancer; and renal cell carcinoma. After looking at other similar Tarceva pill images with different imprints (such as T 20), I can see that the imprints of "those pills" are both on the same side of the pill, which gives me a hunch that this may not be your pill. At this point, it's good to narrow down possible re...

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I'm taking salazopyrin (5 x 500mg per day) and also metatrexate (20mg once weekly) for psoratic artritis, I've had a bad flair up can I take melfen 400mg with my normal meds ## Hello, Emma! How are you? No, both the Melfen and Salazopyrin are anti-inflammatories, so you shouldn't double up, unless your doctor specifically says that it is okay for you to do so. As reported by the U.S. FDA, both can cause increased risks of bleeding and stomach ulceration. How often do you experience a bad flare up?

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Dr. prescribed Megestrol 40mg twice daily to surpress my period (they are really heavy due to uterine polyps--haven't s heded removal yet). I had diarrhea every day for a week and trouble sleeping. Stopped taking the Megestrol because of the side effects. Has anyone else experienced this and did it eventually stop or do you just live with it? Not sure which is the lesser of two evils. ## Most side effects are transient and usually go away in about 4 to 5 weeks, once your body gets used to the medication, as reported by the NIH. When taking this medication, you may also experience nausea, headache and spotting. If it gets severe, you should inform your doctor. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Recently had chemo and then breast removed from 2 spots on breast and in 2 lymph nodes under right arm now fix s tart 6 -8 radiation and herceptin 1 xmonthe for 12 months could cancer spread ## Yes, there is always a risk of cancer spreading, or of developing new cancer. The best thing to do is to follow your doctor's instructions for further treatment to help prevent it from spreading. The FDA does warn that you may experience side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, weight loss and hair loss. Have you started treatment, yet?

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I found this pill while cleaning between my couch pillows. I have a picture of it if there is a way to post. The other side of the pill has a line so you can cut equally in half. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance. ## I have also found a pill that is round orange with one side a line and other side says FP and I looked around my boyfriends stuff and found a packet of them. It is call Exemestane 25 mg from freedom pharma it is a part of his cycle of steroids he is doing a round of anadrol this time and he take not just the shot but 4 different pills. I hope this helps. I believe it is an estrogen based pill but don't quote me now u have a name to look up and see what it is. Good luck and if u have any other questions I am sure I can answer ## Thank you for yo...

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Hello, I am new to this forum and pleased to meet you all. My partner, a 27-year old man is being treated with Crizotinib since September 2012. He was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Anaplastic T cells Lymphoma ALK+. After chemo we decided to continue his treatment with Crizotinib (on a clinical trial) rather than following the standard path of autologous stem cell transplant. He has never suspended the treatment apart from short periods (10 days) when his blood work showed he needed to (low white cells). He has been on complete remission since (he actually had a negative CT scan also before starting but his PCR/NPM-ALK from peripheral blood was positive suggesting the illness was still present in the blood and a high chance of relapse). Being a fairly young couple we have been wondering abo...

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I have been in remission for three years during my last dr. apt. I was told I my blood test came back a little anemic but not to worry and continue treatment wiht 400 mg. Gleevec daily, any one else run into this ## Gleevec can cause anemia, in some people that use it, but there is generally no reason to worry, unless it becomes severe. Did your doctor tell you the specific level? You also may want to ask why type of test they did, as the visual ones that just look at the color of the blood aren't the most accurate, because colors are a matter of perception. ## Hi. I have been on Glivec (as gleevec is called in UK) for 11 years for CML. My blood results indicate the lowest measurable amount of nasty white blood cells (0.002%, which must mean that there are billions of them floating ...

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h86 - is it a serious product? Is this a product on the market? Is it safe? ## There are actually a number of related discussion threads here on this topic that I would encourage you to have a look at. I posted a couple links below: Discuss/h-86-cancer-cure-250866.htm Discuss/H86-cancer-cure-252776.htm To sum up my own investigation, the company (Health Science Institute) who promotes H86 is thought to be a scam. H86 appears to be their trademark name for fermented wheat germ extract. And while I don't feel that Health Science Institute has a good reputation, fermented wheat germ extract itself is generally regarded as safe and has demonstrated positive feedback in studies. One of the known brands that is available online goes by the name "Avemar". You can read more about Av...

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megestrol ac is it suppose to stop your menstrual cycle? ## It is a Progesterone class hormone, so it does have that effect on some people. Are you currently taking it? ## Can megestrol 40mg/ml sus cause my period to stop ? i been taking it for a month today and i haven't got my period and i always do. when i went to the doctor a month ago it was when i was in my period and also when she told me to take this medicine because i had lost weight and im already thin, so i noticed the next day after taking this medicine was period had stop i was hardly bleeding, i don't think i'm pregnant . could this medicine stop my menstrual cycle? ## Can megestrol stop my period in a day ir two

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i have just started sweating profusely at night ,3 nights running .Is there a reason for this? ## I had heart bypass surgery 22 years ago and am fine now. I have benign prostrate cancer and take a tablet for that. Apart from this I am quite healthy, a little overweight, but I am able to do jobs around the house and I still do Antique hunting and keep busy. Can you help me? ## As listed by the NIH, it could be a side effect of many medications. What drug do you take? It could also be due to natural hormonal changes, as you age. Men can go through such things, just like women. How old are you? Has anything else changed, such as your diet, activity levels or etc.?

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My mom was recently (two weeks ago) put on Jakafi, 10 mg twice daily. Her red blood cells went from 10.5 to 9.9...something like that. I am concerned it's the jakafi as i know that was something we were told to possibly expect. Just wondering if anyone has been on this long term (from the study) or even short term and how they are feeling? ## My dad went on the drug December 20,2011. All levels are dropping, but he feels so much better. Eating great, less night sweats and more energy. Transfusions have increased and the cost per month is outrageous. ## Yes, these types of side effects are listed as being very common when using this medication, which contains Ruxolitinib as the active ingredient. Some other side effects may include dizziness, hematoma, weight gain and herpes zoster. ...

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Need a central/eastern NC doctor willing to prescribe pain medications. I am taking methotrexate and have been told multiple times not to take otc medications such as ibuprofen and Tylenol and referred by the specialist to my PCP for medications. My PCP is aware of the methotrexate and physician telling me not to use otc medications, but will not prescribe anything. He actually told me to take "a little" Tylenol or ibuprofen. A lot won't even help my joint pain. In need of a doctor willing to prescribe and preferably one I can see ASAP that does not require a referral. ## There is Cape Fear Valley Bladen Medical Associates in Elizabethtown, nc 28377 and the phone number is 1-910-862-5500 and they show concern for patients with severe pain. They are taking new patients. I wou...

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Please is ther anybody out there that could talk to me about MORGELLONS. As there is no help from the 9 docs I have asked for help! It's a living hell let's chat!!! ## There is alot of information on Tina Engressia's blog, about ways to try to get better. It doesn't seem very active anymore though. The Morgellons Support Network has people on it pretty much every day. Good luck. ## Help MORGELLONS is a living hell ## Good info at curezone. Its a good place to start. ## Hello, Cindy! How are you? What type of doctors have you been consulting? That may play a role. Morgellon's is actually not truly considered a diagnosis, but rather a delusional state that requires treatment and therapy. ## You are not helping anyone with this. Morgellons is not delusional and that has...

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From RI - Need Meds: I was in the hospital for a week in agony.. recurring Pancreatitis. Horrible. Now I won't be able to get anything 'cos my PCP won't give me ONE more pill to help get me through... Does anyone know a doctor who will prescribe opiates..? My pain is unbearable. I have the Pancreatitis, disks bulging, bone upon bone because many disks are worn, spine nerves crushed and pain all around my torso. And then a Dr. comes in practically "screaming" at me because he says I have lung cancer... He said it so badly I cried. I have Fibro and get shots for my back which don't do much. Would surgery tell me "what" is wrong with my colon/abdomen? -This all started from hospitals & uncaring doctors. Then, I get C-diff. I am a wreck and beg you if you...

Can I take bosulif with dinner instead of breakfast? I have been taking 500 mg. For about2 months. I have stomach pain and nausea all morning every day and have vomited several times. I am having a hard time at work. ## Hello, Tracy! How are you doing? I'm very sorry about the side effects you're experiencing. According to the information website, it doesn't have to be taken at any specific time of day, just once daily, with food, so that should be fine, if your doctor approves. The FDA lists its other typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, headache, weight changes and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Does anyone know of anyone that is in their 30's or so that have done this treatment for osteoporosis. I know of only older people who have done it. I would just like to know what it is like for them. I have severe pain all the time and I did the treatment 4 months ago. I would like to try to get pregnant but do not know of anyone who has done this while on Reclast. IF there are women who have please respond. There is not much research about pregnancy and Reclast. Just that it is not a good idea. ## Do not take Reclast if you are trying to get pregnant. ## Liz is correct, while human studies on pregnant women are considered unethical, animals studies have shown that it is very dangerous. They found that Reclast caused seriously increased rates of miscarriage and stillbirth. It has a...

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My brother has stage 4 cancer, it started in the kidney in 2012 and came back in 2014. He has been on chemo for almost 2 years. The pet scan showed possible metastasis in l-4 & t-8. We are looking for any assistant that could help his situation. We want more info as well as where to get H-86? Thank you. ## My husband has stage 4 renal clear cell CA with mets. So far, the renal oncology team at Dana Farber have multiple trials, excellent care & a team approach. Initial appointment was 3 days after calling. Appointment even tend to be on time so little waiting time. They are very helpful with out-of-state patients with discounted accommodations. ## @Mike, Sorry to hear about your brother's challenges. My prayers go out to him for a complete turn-around towards recovery. Regard...

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I would like to know if anyone is on this med and if it working and how are the side effects? Thank you very much ## Hello, Pale Rider! How are you? I'm hoping someone that's been on it will chime in for you soon… As to the side effects from the FDA report, they may possibly include nausea, stomach pain, bleeding gums, nervousness, feeling cold, hearing loss, indigestion and loss of appetite. Can anyone that's been on this medication post about their experience? ## I found out that Nexavar does work very well in most people, side effects rash seems to be the most reported. From light to severe. But that also indicates that the medication is working on shrinking the tumor.

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