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Can Targeted Therapy Help Lower Calcium Levels in Bone Metastasis?

Can targeted therapy effectively lower calcium levels? Hello, Pharmacist Hsu: I would like to ask about hypercalcemia caused by bone metastasis from renal cancer. Besides taking calcium-lowering medications and receiving calcium-lowering injections, can targeted therapy also help...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
Hello: Currently, there are no targeted medications for the treatment of hypercalcemia.

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Understanding Early Signs of Colon Cancer: A Guide for Young Adults

Concerned about the warning signs of colorectal cancer? Hello Doctor, I am a college student who often eats out, and constipation has always been a minor issue for me. During the three years I've lived away from home, I have visited the clinic twice due to abdominal pain cau...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
Hello Yuki: Please do not make assumptions. I recommend that you go to the hospital for relevant examinations. If you have any questions regarding medications, feel free to visit the medication consultation desk for further assistance.

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Is NasalGuard Safe for Children with Allergies?

Is nasal decongestion safe? I would like to ask if you have heard of NasalGuard, a type of nasal ointment. My child suffers from allergies and has seen many doctors without much improvement. I came across this ointment online and it seems promising, so I want to inquire about its...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
After checking, the nasal guard does not have a drug license number in Taiwan. It is recommended to use products that have obtained the necessary approvals.

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Switching from Seroquel to Utapine: Understanding Side Effects and Alternatives

Conditions after medication substitution? Utapine has replaced Seroquel, and although the active ingredients are the same, I have been experiencing different effects after taking Utapine. I am unsure if this is a psychological effect, but after taking Utapine, I have been experie...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
1. Our hospital currently uses Seroquel at a low dose of 25 mg and Utapine at 200 mg. 2. For symptoms of dizziness and drowsiness caused by Utapine, as well as issues related to medication changes, please discuss with your physician.

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Can Scar Creams Be Used on Cancer Surgery Wounds?

Can scar removal ointments be used on surgical wounds from cancer surgery? Hello, my wound has been healing for over a year (the wound from breast cancer). I used silicone gel sheets for about six months, but after that, the scar became red and thick, and sometimes it itches. I w...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
Hello: Regarding the situation where a wound scar becomes red and thick, it is similar to a keloid after surgery. It is recommended to continue using silicone gel sheets or applying scar ointment, such as the scar gel you mentioned, or to return to the clinic to consult with a su...

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Understanding Chemotherapy Options After Stomach Cancer Surgery

Chemotherapy after gastric cancer surgery? The chemotherapy injection solutions used in hospitals are typically produced by pharmaceutical companies rather than being compounded by the hospitals themselves. If you cannot find information in the drug approval database, it may be d...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
1. The chemotherapy injection solutions used at Hsinchu Hospital are prepared by the pharmacy department's oncology pharmacists based on the patient's height, weight, and treatment plan. Medications such as Fluorouracil, Vepesid, Leucovorin, Adriamycin, and Mitomycin ar...

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Exploring the Efficacy of 'Jinzhe' in Colorectal Cancer Treatment

Cancer medications Have any of the doctors heard of a medication for colorectal cancer that is called "Jinzhe" in Chinese? I have heard that it is very effective in treating colorectal cancer. I am curious if it can also prevent or treat cancer in individuals who do not...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
Dear netizen: I have not heard of the Chinese medicine name "金折." Please provide more detailed information for further understanding. Hsinchu Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.

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Understanding the Differences Between Zoloft and Paxil: A Comprehensive Guide

What is the difference between these two medications? Hello, doctor. Could you please explain the differences between Zoloft and Paxil? What are the distinctions? What are their similarities? Thank you for your response.


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
Zoloft and Prozac are both selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) used as antidepressants. Zoloft is effective in treating depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder, while Prozac is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and is also ...

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Thyroid Papillary Cancer: Lifelong Medication and Its Impact on Life

Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma Hello, doctor~~ I would like to ask if I need to take medication for life after my thyroid papillary carcinoma surgery? Will these medications have side effects? Will they affect my future life? What will happen if I do not take them? Thank you for you...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
The treatment for papillary thyroid carcinoma can be divided into total thyroidectomy and partial resection, followed by radioactive iodine (I-131) therapy, and subsequently oral thyroid hormone (T4) supplementation to maintain normal thyroid hormone levels. Patients are monitore...

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Understanding Tamoxifen: Uses, Benefits, and Side Effects for Breast Cancer Patients

The use of Tamoxifen? Dr. Hsu: Hello. About three weeks ago, my doctor diagnosed me with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast. I have not had lymph nodes removed, and I do not require radiation therapy. I was prescribed Tamoxifen and instructed to take it twice daily. Si...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
1. (1) Subsequent treatment for metastatic breast cancer. (2) Adjuvant therapy after breast cancer surgery (for in situ or stage I breast cancer). 2. (1) Tamoxifen primarily acts as an anti-estrogen agent, preventing estrogen from binding to estrogen receptors, thereby blocking...

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Beware of Health Scams: A Cautionary Tale for Cancer Patients

Newcastle disease Dear Doctor, My mother is a nasopharyngeal cancer patient, and someone introduced her to a product and encouraged her to attend a seminar hosted by a multi-level marketing company called Xinhesh. I found information online regarding their MLM business. My mothe...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
Ms. Yang, 1. You may first visit the Food and Drug Administration's website at http://food.doh.gov.tw to check the approved health foods under the "Announcements" section to confirm that the company's products are recognized as "health foods" by th...

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Understanding Tramadol: Efficacy, Pain Relief, and Addiction Risks

Severe chronic pain Does Tramadol HCL have therapeutic effects, or is it purely an analgesic? Is there a potential for addiction?


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
1. Tramadol HCl is indicated for the management of moderate to severe acute and chronic pain. It has analgesic properties. 2. Long-term use may lead to tolerance and result in physical and psychological dependence.

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Understanding GLEVIC: Side Effects and Cost-Effective Access for Cancer Treatment

GLEVIC is a medication developed by Novartis for the treatment of tumors? GLEVIC, a medication produced by Novartis for the treatment of tumors, may have several side effects. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle cramps, and fatigue. 1. For a family me...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
1. The most common side effects of taking Glivec include nausea and vomiting, fluid retention (edema in the eyes/legs), muscle pain and cramps, diarrhea, and rash. 2. Glivec is a medication specifically for tumors; patients who have previously taken medications for rheumatoid a...

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Current Patent Status of Topotecan Hydrochloride in Taiwan

patent registration record Dear Mr. Tsui, May I inquire about the current patent registration status of Topotecan Hydrochloride in Taiwan? Does Taiwan meet the following patent criteria? Which department can assist me in answering this question? Additionally, what are the associ...


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
Topotecan Hydrochloride has not been utilized at Hsin Chu Hospital, so we do not have additional information regarding its pricing, regimen, or protocol. We recommend that you obtain further information from National Taiwan University Hospital at Tel: 02-2312-3456 and from the Gu...

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Availability of Sinemet CR 50/200mg for Parkinson's Disease in Hsinchu Hospital

Parkinson's disease Hello, may I ask if Hsinchu Hospital has Sinemet CR 50/200mg (controlled-release carbidopa-levodopa)? It is a medication used to treat Parkinson's disease. Thank you.


Dr. Xu Wenming reply Pharmacology
Hello Jess: Hsinchu Hospital has Sinemet CR 50/200mg available for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. If you have any conditions related to Parkinson's disease, you can make an appointment with Dr. Yeh Po-Shou in our Neurology Department. Wishing you peace and health...

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