Drug Addiction

Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Do not stop taking this medicine without first checking with your doctor. Your doctor may want you to gradually reduce the amount you are taking before stopping it completely. This is to prevent side effects and to […]

They dilate your blood vessels, sending blood to your brain and boosting your heart rate. You won’t become dependent on amyl nitrite or similar substances the more you use them, and you won’t have any physical withdrawal symptoms when you stop using these drugs. But the effects of poppers don’t last very long, so some […]

Some products have ingredients that could raise your heart rate or blood pressure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen). Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, or pain while you are using this medication without asking […]

However, taking an equivalent of 2.5 mg of prednisone for 3 months or longer can put you at risk for fractures. If you need to take steroids long term, talk with your doctor about ways to lower your risk of fracture. They may suggest that you exercise or take supplements such as calcium or vitamin […]

It belongs to a group of medications called antiplatelets. These drugs may increase the risk of bleeding/antiplatelet effect when used with clopidogrel. Ask your pharmacist about using these products safely. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves prescription drugs such as Plavix to treat certain conditions. Plavix is FDA-approved to reduce the risk of heart […]

But most PCP-related deaths result from dangerous behavior caused by delusions and other psychological effects. High doses of PCP can also cause seizures, coma, and death (often due to accidental injury or suicide during PCP intoxication). Psychological effects at high doses include delusions and hallucinations. Users often refer to the experiences from hallucinogens as a […]

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. The oral granules should be sprinkled on 1 teaspoon of applesauce or apple juice and given either by mouth or through a nasogastric (NG) tube. Protonix tablets are taken by mouth, with or without food. The oral granules should be […]

This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription. Avoid taking aspirin while you are taking meloxicam, unless your doctor tells you to. Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Generic drugs are thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name drug they’re based on. You may […]

Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you use, which may increase side effects or make the medicines less effective. Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) […]

If you have questions about the losartan recall, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. To find out if your losartan prescription has been affected by this drug recall, you can visit the FDA’s website for a list of recalled products. You may have questions about losartan oral tablets and your treatment plan. It’s important to […]