2,920 discussions tagged #medication.
I was recently prescribed Fortaz 1gm Inj for a severe bacterial infection. I didn't know much about it, but my doctor assured me it was necessary. The injection was tough, but the real strug…
I was prescribed Ciprofloxacin 250mg Tablets for a severe urinary tract infection. I've heard that this drug can have some serious side effects. Has anyone else had experiences with it? Are…
I've been on Norgest/ethi 0.25mg/35mcg Tabs for a few months now and I've had a mix of experiences. At first, I noticed some minor side effects like fatigue and bloating, but they subsided a…
I've been using Locoid 0.1% Lotion for my eczema for a few weeks now, and it seems to be helping with the itching and redness. However, I've noticed some dryness around the application area.…
I've been taking Lamotrigine ER 200mg Tablets for a few months now, and I've started to notice some really unpleasant side effects. I've been experiencing dizziness, drowsiness, and some pre…
Lidocaine/Epinephrine 0.5% Inj 50ml is a local anesthetic commonly used to numb specific areas of the body during medical procedures. This combination of lidocaine (the numbing agent) and ep…
I recently learned that a family member was prescribed this drug, and it seems really intense. It's used to treat life-threatening irregular heartbeats, but the side effects look brutal. Has…
I was just admitted to the hospital, and my doctor ordered Dextrose 5%/NaCl 0.3% Infusion to help me with hydration and restore my electrolyte balance. I've never had an IV drip before, so I…
I'm scheduled to have a CT scan with Omnipaque 350mg/ml Inj, 200ml contrast agent next week and I'm feeling a bit nervous. I've heard it can have some serious side effects, although rare. My…
Sohonos 1mg Capsules have recently been approved for the treatment of Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP), a very rare genetic condition where soft tissues turn into bone. I'm curiou…
I've recently been prescribed Albuterol 0.042%(1.25mg/3ml) 25x3ml for my asthma. I've heard it's a 'rescue' inhaler, but I'm not sure how it works or what side effects to expect. I've been u…
I've been prescribed Phentermine Hcl 15mg Capsules to help with weight loss, and I'm approaching this with caution. I've read the possible side effects, and some of them are quite serious. H…
I've been using Fluticasone HFA 220mcg Oral Inh for my asthma for a few months now, and it's been a game-changer. I no longer have to worry about sudden asthma attacks as much, but I've had…
I was recently prescribed Coly-Mycin M 150mg Inj for a severe infection, and while I understand it's necessary, I can't help but be worried about the potential side effects, especially kidne…
Zimhi is an emergency medication designed to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, effectively blocking the effects of opio…
I've been prescribed Morphine Sul 30mg ER Tabs for chronic pain management, and it's been a game-changer. The extended-release formula means I only have to take it once a day, which is conve…
I've been using Atropine eye drops for a couple of weeks now to treat my child's lazy eye condition. They are prescribed to dilate the pupil and temporarily paralyze the focusing muscle of t…
I was recently prescribed Bystolic 2.5mg Tablets to manage my high blood pressure. It's a beta-blocker that works by relaxing the blood vessels and slowing the heart rate, which in turn help…
Has anyone else been prescribed Fenofibrate 67mg Capsules to manage high triglyceride and cholesterol levels? I've just started taking it and I'm curious to hear about other people's experie…
I've been using Pediatric Glycerin Suppositories for my 5 year old, and while they seem to work, I've noticed some discomfort. I'm wondering how other remedies compare. Do you use them for y…