104 discussions tagged #Medicine.
I was prescribed Polytrim Ophthalmic Solution for a nasty case of conjunctivitis (pink eye). The doctor said it's effective because it contains two antibiotics, trimethoprim and polymyxin B.…
I've been prescribed Lactulose 20gm Oral Sol Packets to manage my constipation, and it's been a rollercoaster. On one hand, it's a godsend for regularity, but on the other, the side effects…
Has anyone here tried Repatha as their cholesterol treatment? I'm considering it but I'm nervous about the potential autoimmune side effects. I have struggled with my cholesterol levels desp…
I've been prescribed Roxybond 10mg Tablets for my severe back pain, and I'm curious if anyone has experience with this medication. What are some of the side effects to be aware of, and how d…
I've been prescribed PEG 3350 Powder 119gm to help with occasional constipation. It's supposed to draw water into your stool, making it softer and easier to pass, but it can take 1 to 3 days…
I've been struggling with a nasty cold and flu combo and my doctor recommended All-Nite Cold/Flu Night Time Relief. It's a liquid combination product that helps relieve symptoms and aids in…
I'm scheduled for my first MRI and the doctors told me they will inject Gadobutrol 1mmol/ml Inj, 10ml during the scan. I've read the brochure but is there anything specific I should expect r…
Clindamycin/NaCl 300/50ml Inj is a potent antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections. Administered via injection, it's crucial to complete the full course of treatment, even if sy…
Yesterday, I had a CT scan with Visipaque 320mg/ml, and I've been feeling a bit off. I know the side effects are rare, but I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced anything unusual. The…
I recently had to get an Optison 5ml injection for an ultrasound, and my doctor explained that it helps to see my heart better with those tiny gas bubbles. However, the list of side effects…
Magnesium sulfate is a critical medication often given intravenously for various serious conditions, including low magnesium levels, severe pre-eclampsia in pregnant women, and certain heart…
Sodium Nitrite is a critical emergency medicine used to treat cyanide poisoning. Administered by injection, it works by converting a part of your blood (hemoglobin) to help bind and remove t…
This medication is an intravenous (IV) fluid that provides your body with water, sugar (dextrose), and an important electrolyte called potassium. It's used to help keep your body hydrated, p…
Chlorothiazide is a potent diuretic often used in injection form when oral administration is not viable. It's incredibly effective at reducing fluid retention and lowering blood pressure, ma…
Iopamidol 41% Sdv Inj, 10ml is a contrast dye used in medical imaging to enhance the visibility of internal body structures. It contains iodine, which temporarily highlights blood vessels an…
I recently had a procedure where Bludigo 8mg/1ml Inj, 5ml was used. It's a blue dye that helps doctors see parts of the urinary system more clearly. My urine turned blue for a short time aft…
Amiodarone is a powerful anti-arrhythmic drug that is often administered by injection in severe and life-threatening cases to help restore a normal heartbeat. It is commonly used in hospital…
I was admitted to the ICU after a severe infection caused my blood pressure to drop dangerously low. Everything they tried wasn't working, so they gave me Giapreza through an IV. It worked i…
I recently underwent an angioplasty procedure and was administered Eptifibatide 2mg/ml Inj, 100ml to prevent blood clots. While I'm grateful for the medicine, I'm curious about others' exper…
Posaconazole 18mg/ml Sdv, 16.7ml is an antifungal medicine used to treat or prevent serious fungal infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems. I was prescribed this medica…