Understanding Pregnancy Safety Ratings for Medications: Bismuth and Dicyclomine
Pregnancy Drug Categories Hello, the doctor prescribed medication for my gastrointestinal discomfort, but I couldn't find the pregnancy category for two of the medications. Could you please help me? Thank you! 1. Bismuth tablet 324 mg 2. Coochil (dicyclomine) 10 mg
Dr. Wu Junhao reply Pharmacology
Hello, based on the drug information you inquired about, the pregnancy classifications are as follows: 1. Bismuth tablet 324mg: B2 (AUS) - This medication has been used by a limited number of pregnant women and women of childbearing age, with no observed increase in the frequen...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Safety Ratings for Medications: Bismuth and Dicyclomine
Interaction Between Sedatives and Grapefruit: What You Need to Know
The interaction between sedative medications and grapefruit? Hello, pharmacist. I have been taking the anxiety medication Mirtazapine regularly. Tonight, about 15 minutes after taking my medication, I accidentally consumed a small amount of grapefruit. I would like to know if thi...
Dr. Wu Junhao reply Pharmacology
Many medications can interact with grapefruit or pomelo, primarily by delaying drug metabolism, which can lead to increased drug accumulation in the body, enhancing its effects and increasing the likelihood of side effects. However, not all medications interact with grapefruit. A...[Read More] Interaction Between Sedatives and Grapefruit: What You Need to Know
Understanding Cholesterol Medication: Muscle Pain and Sexual Side Effects Explained
Cholesterol medication consultation Hello, pharmacist. I have been diagnosed with a total cholesterol level of 237, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol of 178, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol of 55. My outpatient physician has prescribed a medication called E...
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Fluvastatin, the medication, can cause muscle pain that may feel similar to muscle soreness from exercise. However, muscle soreness from exercise typically occurs after physical activity and is localized to the areas that were overexerted. If you experience unexplained muscle sor...[Read More] Understanding Cholesterol Medication: Muscle Pain and Sexual Side Effects Explained
Understanding Drug Interactions: Do Antibiotics Affect Birth Control?
Pre-medication drug interactions Hello, I apologize for the inconvenience. I am a woman who has been taking the [Wen Bufen 21-Day] oral contraceptive pill regularly. Recently, I have been experiencing a urinary tract infection, and my doctor prescribed cephalexin (250 mg). I woul...
Dr. Wu Junhao reply Pharmacology
Antibiotics may reduce the gut microbiota that aids in the absorption of estrogen, thereby decreasing the effectiveness of oral contraceptives. It is recommended that if antibiotics are taken for a short period, alternative contraceptive methods (such as condoms) should be used f...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: Do Antibiotics Affect Birth Control?
How to Take Viagra: Chew or Swallow for Best Results?
Medication consultation When taking Viagra, should the tablet be chewed before swallowing, or should it be swallowed whole with water? Which method provides the best effect? Thank you!
Dr. Wu Junhao reply Pharmacology
When taking Viagra, please swallow the whole tablet with water without chewing it. Thank you.[Read More] How to Take Viagra: Chew or Swallow for Best Results?