182 discussions tagged #medical.
Hey all, I've been prescribed Rocephin 250mg Inj for a nasty infection and was wondering if anyone has had any experiences with it. I'm a bit worried about the side effects, especially the s…
I've been receiving Dextrose 10% Injection for the past few weeks and I've had some questions and concerns about the side effects. I've noticed some muscle weakness and increased thirst, whi…
Hello, I've recently undergone a procedure where Diprivan (Propofol) 10mg/ml Inj, 50ml was used for sedation. I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced side effects and what they were lik…
Iodixanol 320mg/ml Inj, 50ml is a contrast dye commonly used during CT scans and angiograms. It helps doctors get a clearer view of your blood vessels and organs by enhancing the contrast in…
Haloperidol Lactate 5mg/ml Inj 1ml is a powerful medication often used in emergency situations to manage severe agitation or psychotic symptoms. It's commonly administered to patients with s…
I've been prescribed Benzoin Tincture 60ml to help with dressing changes for a minor wound. I've heard it helps bandages stick better and acts as a mild germ-killer, but I'm a bit nervous ab…
I've noticed a lot of drugs that are given via IV come in sodium chloride 0.9% injection rather than plain water. Why is that? Is it just to keep the IV line open or are there other reasons?…
Voraxaze (the brand name for glucarpidase) is an enzyme used to treat high levels of methotrexate in the blood. For those who aren't familiar, methotrexate is often used in chemotherapy and…
I recently had an IV flush with Normal Saline 3ml and was wondering if anyone has experienced notable side effects. It's a sterile saltwater solution used to keep IV lines clear, but I've he…
I've been using Heparin Lock Flush 10u/ml Inj, 3ml for my IV line, and while it's supposed to prevent clots, I've noticed some weird side effects. Anyone else experiencing anything unusual?…
I've been using Silvadene 1% Cream for a few weeks now to treat a severe burn, and while it seems to be working, I'm a bit concerned about the potential side effects. Has anyone else had to…
Last week, I was bitten by a bat in my backyard. The doctors gave me the Hyperrab 1500iu/5ml Inj, 5ml shot for rabies prevention. I'm quite worried about the possible side effects. I've read…
I was just given an injection of Adenosine 6mg/2ml in the ER. It was pretty scary. I was told it was for a condition SVT. I'd like to know more about this medication. How does it work? What…
I've been looking into Lido/Epi 1.5% Inj, 30ml for an upcoming medical procedure and wanted to know what others' experiences have been like. This local anesthetic, which combines Lidocaine a…
I had to take Protamine Sul 10mg/ml Inj, 5ml after a recent surgery to reverse the effects of heparin. The injection was administered correctly, and it did its job well, but I've heard some…
I've been prescribed Clinimix E 5%/d20w Inj, 1000ml for intravenous nutrition. I'm a bit nervous about the potential side effects, especially the urgent ones. Has anyone else used this? What…
I'm currently going through a tough time where I can't eat or absorb enough food through my digestive system. My doctor recommended Clinimix 5%/d15%w Injections 2000ml to provide my body wit…
I recently had cataract surgery, and my doctor prescribed Acular LS 0.4% Ophthalmic Solution 5ml to help with pain and swelling. Has anyone else used this medication? I'd love to hear about…
This medication is used primarily for hydration and electrolyte replacement. What are your experiences with this IV fluid? How did it help? Did you encounter any issues?
Lapatinib 250mg Tablets are prescribed for certain types of breast cancer. They work by inhibiting specific proteins (EGFR and HER2) that help cancer cells grow. While effectively slowing or…