Drug Interaction: Griseofulvin and Birth Control Pills Explained
Drug Interaction - Griseofulvin and MDMA Hello, I have contracted ringworm from my pet, and my dermatologist has prescribed Griseofulvin 250mg. I have a regular habit of taking the contraceptive pill - Yaz. Will taking Griseofulvin affect the effectiveness of Yaz? How long should...
Dr. Chen Jianfang Reply:
Hello, based on the information from the "Oral Contraceptives - Yejih" package insert: substances that may increase the clearance rate of oral contraceptives (thereby reducing their effectiveness through enzyme induction) may include griseofulvin, which is the medicatio...[Read More] Drug Interaction: Griseofulvin and Birth Control Pills Explained
Understanding Drug Interactions: Antibiotics and Birth Control Pills
Drug interactions Hello, I would like to ask about the medications I received for a urinary tract infection and inflammation in the genital area. They are: 1. Scanol 2. Buscopan 3. Cephamycins 4. Antifungal VT. I am currently taking the contraceptive pill Aikij. Are there any int...
Dr. Huang Yicheng Reply:
Dear Ms. Liu: Regarding the medication you mentioned, no interactions were found. Thank you. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: Antibiotics and Birth Control Pills
Understanding Drug Interactions: Using Yaz with Fluoxetine and Others
Interactions of Yaozi and Other Medications I am considering using Yaz as a contraceptive method. Currently, I am taking the following medications: Fluronin (Fluoxetine HCL 20mg), Abilify (Aripiprazole 5mg), and Alepan (Oxazepam 15mg). Will taking Yaz have any effects in conjunct...
Dr. Zheng Shuwen Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, here is the response: After reviewing the literature, it has been found that there are no significant interactions between Yuezhi (active ingredients: Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol) and the medications you are taking, so concurrent use will not ha...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: Using Yaz with Fluoxetine and Others
Drug Interactions with Emergency Contraceptive Pills: What You Need to Know
Medications that interact with emergency contraceptive pills? Cephanmycin Capsules, Fucolect PARAN Tablets, Lysozyme Tablets, 9SLEEPMAN Tablets 10mg, Drowsy Tablets 0.25mg, Mesyrel Tablets 50mg, Caremod Tablets 20mg, Easyfor SR 75mg, Cardolol Tablets 10mg, Casmin Tablets 40mg, Fl...
Dr. Zheng Shuwen Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, here is the response: Generally, medications that may interact with hormonal contraceptives include certain antiepileptic drugs (such as phenytoin, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, topiramate, lamotrigine), certain antibiotics (such as griseofulvin, r...[Read More] Drug Interactions with Emergency Contraceptive Pills: What You Need to Know
Understanding Drug Interactions: A Guide for Anxiety and Pain Management
Drug interactions Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. I am currently experiencing anxiety and physical pain, and I take the following medications at night: Mirtazapine, Clonazepam, Midazolam, Lorazepam, Estazolam, Diclofenac Sodium, and Vitamin E. Could there be an...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: The first five medications you are taking are all for tension, anxiety, and sleep, which should be prescribed by a psychiatrist. These medications, along with pain relievers and Vitamin E, are classified as having a level 3 drug interaction, which can cause centra...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: A Guide for Anxiety and Pain Management
Understanding Drug Interactions: Semi-Nax, Lexapro, and Your Health
Drug interactions - Yuezhi Hello, Director: I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to ask about my girlfriend who has recently taken "Semi-Nax tab 10mg" (Suvorexant) and "Lexapro tab 10mg" (Escitalopram). I would like to inquire if these two medicatio...
Dr. Zheng Shuwen Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, here is the response: After consulting professional databases, it has been found that Semi-Nax 10mg, Lexapro 10mg, and Yuezhi tablets currently show no significant interactions and can be taken simultaneously. Please remember to carefully read the ...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: Semi-Nax, Lexapro, and Your Health
Understanding Drug Interactions: A Guide for Urology and Dermatology Medications
Medication Consultation Currently, I need to take medications from 1. Urology and 2. Dermatology, as follows: 1-1. Xanax 1-2. Harnalife 2-1. Doxycycline 2-2. Ibuprofen. Are there any interactions between these four medications? All are taken after breakfast and dinner. What is th...
Dr. Zheng Shuwen Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, here is the response: According to the literature, there are currently no interactions with the medications you are taking. Your medication regimen is to be taken after breakfast and dinner. Please take your medications with warm water. If you feel...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: A Guide for Urology and Dermatology Medications
Can You Take Pain Relievers While on Birth Control Pills?
Third day of taking the contraceptive pill Yaz? On the third day of menstruation, I took the contraceptive pill Yaz on the first day. I would like to ask if it is okay to take EVE or Panadol (acetaminophen) to alleviate discomfort, as I am feeling unwell (dizzy). I am unsure if t...
Dr. Huang Yicheng Reply:
Hello, Ms. MIYABI: The main ingredient in EVE is Ibuprofen, which is a common analgesic in Taiwan. EVE typically consists of about four different medications or dosages, one of which is caffeine, which enhances the effectiveness of the analgesic, similar to how acetaminophen extr...[Read More] Can You Take Pain Relievers While on Birth Control Pills?
Understanding Drug Interactions with Nan Guang Neng De Shuang Capsules
Medication Consultation Hello, pharmacist: May I ask what medications should not be taken orally or applied topically while using Nankang Nengde Shuang Sustained Release Capsules 120mg? Can black date juice or enzyme-containing foods be used? Thank you.
Dr. Hong Kunyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: When taking this medication, avoid concurrent use with certain drugs, such as cardiovascular medications (e.g., Nifedipine, Digoxin), medications for excessive gastric acid secretion (e.g., Cimetidine), central nervous system depressants (e.g., Midazolam, Triazolam),...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions with Nan Guang Neng De Shuang Capsules
Do Psychiatric Medications Interact with My Birth Control Pills?
Will the psychiatric medications interact with my birth control pills? Hello Doctor: I need to take Prewell Sustained-Release 0.5 mg (1 tablet) and Xinkang Le 10 mg (1 tablet) in the morning. I will take another Xinkang Le tablet in the afternoon. I have scheduled to take my birt...
Dr. Chen Jianfang Reply:
Hello: Upon reviewing the psychiatric medication you are taking, it is noted that the package insert for Topamax (active ingredient: Topiramate) mentions in the "Drug Interactions" section that patients using oral contraceptives alongside Topiramate should consider the ...[Read More] Do Psychiatric Medications Interact with My Birth Control Pills?
Understanding Drug Interactions: Birth Control, Alcohol, and Caffeine
Drug interactions Hello, I am currently taking the oral contraceptive pill Yaz (Drospirenone 3mg + Ethinyl estradiol 0.02mg) regularly. I have heard from my doctor that it is not recommended to consume alcohol while taking this medication, as they may interfere with each other. S...
Dr. Huang Shenggang Reply:
Hello ttakiuyu: First of all, thank you for your question. It is not recommended to take the contraceptive pill Yaz with alcohol, and in general, it is advised not to combine any medications with alcohol. The seven-day break after stopping the medication does not have an impact. ...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: Birth Control, Alcohol, and Caffeine
Timing and Effectiveness of Propafenone for Anxiety-Induced Symptoms
Propafenone I recently experienced increased heart rate and trembling due to anxiety before a presentation, and I took propafenone. However, I found that it did not alleviate my heart rate or trembling, and the shaking was still quite significant. I would like to ask the doctor f...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello, 1. Propafenone is an antiarrhythmic medication that exhibits membrane-stabilizing properties and sodium channel blocking effects. Side effects of Propafenone include dizziness, cardiac conduction abnormalities, palpitations, visual disturbances, vertigo, fatigue, and ort...[Read More] Timing and Effectiveness of Propafenone for Anxiety-Induced Symptoms
Do Probiotics Affect the Efficacy of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Antibiotics?
Medications and Probiotics for Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about drug interactions. I am currently taking medications for pelvic inflammatory disease: Lydacillin, Metrozole Oral, and suppositories. Will taking lactobacillus probiotics a...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello Ebbly: 1. Lactobacillus can aid in digestion, while the Bacillus genus (spore-forming bacteria) exhibits resistance to clindamycin and metronidazole. Most probiotics are resistant to metronidazole, particularly metronidazole itself. Therefore, if you are regularly taking ...[Read More] Do Probiotics Affect the Efficacy of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Antibiotics?
Can Pain Relievers Affect the Efficacy of Emergency Contraceptives?
Drug interactions Hello, I took the Ella emergency contraceptive pill yesterday, and I've been experiencing some headaches over the past two days. I'm wondering if I can take Tylenol or EVE pain relievers without affecting the efficacy of the contraceptive pill. Thank y...
Dr. Huang Shenggang Reply:
Hello Ms. K, regarding the use of Ella emergency contraceptive pill, some headaches may be due to the side effects of this medication. The most commonly reported adverse reactions associated with this drug include headaches, nausea, abdominal pain, menstrual cramps, fatigue, and ...[Read More] Can Pain Relievers Affect the Efficacy of Emergency Contraceptives?
Understanding Drug Interactions and Safety with Antibiotics
Drug interactions and medication safety 1. Do the antibiotics "Cefuroxime Axetil," "Wilprafen," and "Amoxicillin" interact with foods such as soybeans, eggs, black fungus, milk, yogurt, and vinegar? 2. Antibiotics can disrupt the balance of gut mic...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Lung: 1. It is best to take the three antibiotics mentioned above at least 2 hours apart from food to avoid any potential interactions. However, they should not be taken concurrently with anticoagulants, antiepileptic drugs, or lipid-lowering medications due to possi...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions and Safety with Antibiotics
Do Antibiotics Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?
Do antibiotics and oral contraceptives interact with each other? The contraceptive pill contains 3 mg of drospirenone and 0.03 mg of ethinylestradiol. The antibiotic contains 500 mg of cephamycins. I take the antibiotic four times a day (two tablets after breakfast, lunch, dinner...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Dear Ms. Zhao, 1. Upon review, the medications you are using do not have any interactions; however, concurrent use of caffeine and contraceptives may result in enhanced central nervous system stimulation. This means that you should avoid combining them with coffee, as it may lea...[Read More] Do Antibiotics Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?
Understanding Drug Interactions: A Guide for Sleep and Digestive Health
Drug interactions Hello, pharmacist. I am currently experiencing long-term insomnia and gastrointestinal discomfort, for which I am taking the following medications: - Mirtazapine (at bedtime) - Clonazepam (at bedtime) - Midazolam (at bedtime) - Nitrazepam (at bedtime) - Famoti...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello Mr. Liu: You are currently taking four different sedatives, and being so young, it is advisable to limit the use of sedatives. Please be aware of the potential interactions that may lead to central nervous system (CNS) depression. 1. Concurrent use of MIRTAZAPINE and clonaz...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: A Guide for Sleep and Digestive Health
Understanding Drug Reactions in Gastrointestinal Medications: A Case Study
Gastroenterology medications Hello Dr. Hong: My mother is approximately 55 years old and has no history of allergies. Recently, she sought medical attention for gastrointestinal discomfort (irritable bowel syndrome) and has been taking the medications prescribed by the hospital f...
Dr. Hong Kunyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: 1. Currently, there are no known interactions with the gastrointestinal medications you are taking. 2. Among the listed medications, only PaRaMoL (active ingredient: Acetaminophen) is used for antipyretic and analgesic purposes. The other medications are commonly ...[Read More] Understanding Drug Reactions in Gastrointestinal Medications: A Case Study
Consulting a Doctor Before Taking UMO and Hamer Supplements: Important Considerations
Consultation Before Medication (Two Types) with Attached Medication Links (Not Promotional) Product Name: UMO Maca Health Capsules Product Specifications: UMO Maca Health Capsules Bottle Quantity: 560 mg/capsule, 150 capsules/bottle Ingredients: Maca, L-Arginine, Maltodextr...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Hello: 1. Since you mentioned that you have heart disease (Kawasaki disease, cardiovascular disease, with one of the major arteries possibly blocked) and you are currently taking two anticoagulants (which you take every night before bed), please note that the first precaution r...[Read More] Consulting a Doctor Before Taking UMO and Hamer Supplements: Important Considerations
Is Taking 1000mcg Methylcobalamin and 120mg Ginkgo Biloba Safe?
Excessive dosage issue Taking Methylcobalamin (1000 mcg) and Ginkgo Biloba extract (120 mg) on the same day is generally considered safe for most individuals and is unlikely to exceed the body's processing capacity. However, it is always advisable to consult with a healthcar...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello, Sir: 1. Ginkgo biloba: Improves blood circulation and prevents dementia. 2. Methylcobalamin (1000 mcg): A form of vitamin B12 that has therapeutic effects for peripheral neuropathy. 3. Be cautious of drug interactions: Ginkgo biloba can inhibit blood coagulation. If you ...[Read More] Is Taking 1000mcg Methylcobalamin and 120mg Ginkgo Biloba Safe?