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Sandra Y, RPh  
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need to know infomation on a drug
Dec 03, 2009 12:40PM in the Ask a Pharmacist Expert Forum
Prednisone is a corticosteroid which is used for a wide variety of diseases. It decreases inflammation and suppresses the immune system. Some of the uses of prednisone include treating autoimmune disorders, skin diseases, disorders of the endocrine system, exacerbations of multiple sclerosis, respiratory diseases (such as acute asthma exacerbation) and rheu...
which niacin otc for cholestrol?
Dec 03, 2009 12:39PM in the Ask a Pharmacist Expert Forum
Niacin OTC has reportedly been used to help lower cholesterol at doses of 500mg per day. However I would suggest you discuss starting any new medications with your doctor to be sure that your complete regimen is safe.
getting off of oxycodone
Nov 24, 2009 08:51AM in the Ask a Pharmacist Expert Forum
Generally, medical experts would recommend that you slowly taper off of the medication. Tapers will take some time, as your body needs to adjust without the opiate. Since your body has built up a tolerance to oxycodone, slowly discontinuing the drug will be best for you in the long run since it will produce fewer medical complications than a rapid taper. ...
whatisflosiamax
Nov 24, 2009 07:10AM in the Ask a Pharmacist Expert Forum
Do you mean Flomax or Fosamax? Flomax is used for benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), and Fosamax is for osteoporosis.
medication
Nov 23, 2009 04:36PM in the Ask a Pharmacist Expert Forum
Some herbals are supposedly helpful in treating depression. A major drawback towards their use is that they have not actually been proven to be effective. Antidepressants are only available with a prescription, so your best option here to feel better is to make an appointment with your doctor. Unless the drug you ordered online was approved by your doctor ...
Seroquel
Nov 23, 2009 11:58AM in the Ask a Pharmacist Expert Forum
Seroquel is a strong antipsychotic agent. While it does cause drowsiness, using it for sleep alone could bring along unwanted side effects or even new medical conditions. Using a medicine specifically prescribed as a sleep aid would be a better option than exploiting a side effect of seroquel. Also, patients who currently take seroquel often feel drowsy th...