Can All Medications Be Stored in the Refrigerator?
Medication Not all medications can be stored in the refrigerator. While some medications require refrigeration to maintain their effectiveness, others may be adversely affected by cold temperatures. It is important to follow the storage instructions provided on the medication lab...
Dr. Huang Shenggang Reply:
Hello: The storage of each medication must be based on its specific properties, and not all medications should be stored in the refrigerator.[Read More] Can All Medications Be Stored in the Refrigerator?
Managing Antibiotic Use and Viral Infections in Young Children
What are the administration methods for two types of antibiotics, and how should suspected adenovirus and suspected roseola be managed? My son (1 year and 3 months) started having a runny nose and a fever around 38 degrees Celsius on June 9, which lasted all day on June 10. If he...
Dr. Chen Shuzi Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of fever in young children. Please take medications as prescribed by your doctor and return for follow-up appointments to ensure safety. Two different classes of antibiotics with different mechanisms of action may be prescribed. If the dosing schedule...[Read More] Managing Antibiotic Use and Viral Infections in Young Children
Concerns About Stinose: Managing Dosage and Side Effects
Regarding Stenos? I would like to inquire about my mother's long-term use of Stinost. She has been taking it for several years, but her condition seems to be worsening. Sometimes she appears confused or experiences dizziness. I approached the hospital to ask if it was possib...
Dr. Liu Huiya Reply:
Hello Kiriya: The appropriateness of medication use can be assessed by family members who closely observe the patient's reactions and usage. This information is crucial for the physician when considering prescription medications for treatment. Therefore, please accompany you...[Read More] Concerns About Stinose: Managing Dosage and Side Effects
Managing Atopic Dermatitis in Infants: Steroid vs. Non-Steroid Treatments
Skin Clean Ointment is a combination of corticosteroid ointments? Hello Doctor: My child is currently six months old and has seen several doctors for atopic dermatitis. Each doctor has provided different prescriptions and treatment approaches. Most have prescribed steroid ointmen...
Dr. Chen Shuzi Reply:
Hello! The topical use of corticosteroid ointments is currently the standard treatment for atopic dermatitis. Corticosteroid ointments are typically used temporarily during acute flare-ups when rashes appear, and they should be discontinued once the inflammation subsides. Their b...[Read More] Managing Atopic Dermatitis in Infants: Steroid vs. Non-Steroid Treatments
Understanding the Dosage of Paxil: Is 0.25 mg Safe for Anxiety?
Prozac The dosage of 0.25 tablets of "Bai You Jie" (Fluoxetine) taken before bedtime is considered a low dose. The reason for this prescription is that you often feel on the verge of a panic attack, although it is primarily due to your thoughts. You experience symptoms ...
Dr. Liu Huiya Reply:
Hello: Using 0.25 tablets of Paxil (Paroxetine) before bedtime is a very low dose; the generally recommended therapeutic dose ranges from 20mg (1 tablet) to 60mg. This class of medication is not addictive, so long-term use does not pose issues of addiction or withdrawal. If you a...[Read More] Understanding the Dosage of Paxil: Is 0.25 mg Safe for Anxiety?
Comparing Birth Control Pills: Cost, Effectiveness, and Health Benefits
Regarding contraceptive pills? Hello! My girlfriend and I have been using both condoms and birth control pills as contraceptive measures. She has been taking Yaz for over six months now, and she hasn't experienced any side effects, and the contraceptive effect has been quite...
Dr. Xu Yiyuan Reply:
Hello, regarding your question about "birth control pills," we cannot guarantee that our answer is 100% accurate since we are unsure which brand of birth control pills you received at the health center or gynecology clinic. We appreciate your understanding in this matte...[Read More] Comparing Birth Control Pills: Cost, Effectiveness, and Health Benefits
Best Motion Sickness Medications for Mountain Climbing Adventures
Is motion sickness medication suitable for mountain climbing? I plan to go hiking, but I need to take a tour bus up the mountain, and I tend to get motion sickness. However, I'm also concerned about feeling drowsy during the hike. What can I do to address this, or what medic...
Dr. Xu Yiyuan Reply:
Hello, regarding your inquiry about "motion sickness medication," in medical terms, we refer to it as medication for "motion sickness." Most medications related to motion sickness tend to have drowsiness as a side effect, so manufacturers often add caffeine to...[Read More] Best Motion Sickness Medications for Mountain Climbing Adventures
Can Taking Wakamoto Digestive Tablets Affect My Grandmother's Medications?
Medication concerns? I would like to ask: My grandmother is experiencing constipation, so we purchased Wakamoto intestinal tablets for her to take, hoping to improve her gut environment to aid in bowel movements. However, she has chronic conditions such as hypertension and hyperg...
Dr. Lin Zhenjun Reply:
Hello, Miss Hsiao-Hui. Thank you very much for raising such a good question. I believe you are quite concerned about your grandmother's health! Regarding the Wakamoto intestinal tablets, which contain a combination of "digestion," "intestinal regulation,"...[Read More] Can Taking Wakamoto Digestive Tablets Affect My Grandmother's Medications?
Managing Pain with Ketorolac in Patients on Warfarin: Risks and Alternatives
Issues related to the use of ketorolac? My father is taking warfarin and recently suffered a rib fracture in a car accident. If he receives ketorolac injection for pain relief in the hospital, will there be any side effects? If he only receives one injection, will there be any in...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: Warfarin is a vitamin K antagonist that inhibits the hepatic synthesis of functional clotting factors II, VII, IX, and X. This medication takes effect within 2 to 7 days and, unlike heparin, has no anticoagulant effect in vitro. It can cross the placenta but does not pass ...[Read More] Managing Pain with Ketorolac in Patients on Warfarin: Risks and Alternatives
Understanding Merislon: Effects on Dizziness and Blood Pressure Concerns
Medication Use Merislon is a medication commonly used to treat dizziness and vertigo. It contains the active ingredient meclizine, which helps to reduce symptoms associated with motion sickness and balance disorders. Regarding blood pressure, Merislon is not typically known to ca...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello Shuzhen, The medication Merislon is an antiemetic. Its indications include dizziness and hearing impairment caused by Meniere's disease. Possible side effects include gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, headache, drowsiness, and urticaria, among others. R...[Read More] Understanding Merislon: Effects on Dizziness and Blood Pressure Concerns
Understanding the Risks of Long-Term Sleep Aid Abuse and Misuse
Concerns about medication safety? Hello, I would like to ask about a situation. I have been taking 5-6 sleeping pills daily, experiencing hallucinations, yet I feel as if I am not. The key point is that this has been the same every day for a year, totaling around 1,825 sleeping p...
Dr. Gu Zhenting Reply:
Sedative-hypnotic medications should ideally not be used long-term. From a medical perspective, they are intended for "symptomatic treatment," meaning they address the symptoms rather than the underlying causes. Except for a few cases of primary insomnia, most insomnia ...[Read More] Understanding the Risks of Long-Term Sleep Aid Abuse and Misuse
Is Diamicron MR and Glucophage Safe for Diabetes Management?
How serious is diabetes? Taking Diamicron MR 30 mg once in the morning and once at night on an empty stomach, along with 850 mg of Glucophage (metformin) after meals, and administering insulin, is generally considered safe for the liver and kidneys. Is this regimen better?
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear: 1. Subject of the inquiry: How serious is diabetes? Response: Diabetes is a chronic disease, and if blood sugar levels are poorly controlled over a long period, it can lead to various complications affecting both large and small blood vessels (such as cardiovascular, cere...[Read More] Is Diamicron MR and Glucophage Safe for Diabetes Management?
Can I Fill My Chronic Medication Prescription from Chang Gung at NTU Hsinchu?
Continuous prescription Can I pick up a chronic disease continuous prescription issued by Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at National Taiwan University Hospital in Hsinchu?
Dr. Liao Huiling Reply:
1. Chronic disease continuous prescriptions issued by hospitals can be filled at community pharmacies or the original hospital where the patient was treated. 2. The pharmacy departments within hospitals are not independent profit-making entities, so they can only dispense prescri...[Read More] Can I Fill My Chronic Medication Prescription from Chang Gung at NTU Hsinchu?
Hypertension Medications and Breastfeeding: What New Moms Need to Know
Medications for hypertension and breastfeeding? Hello, I am a new mom who just had a cesarean section about two weeks ago. Due to preeclampsia, my baby was born early, and the doctor suspects that I have chronic hypertension, so they prescribed antihypertensive medication for me....
Dr. Chen Shuzi Reply:
Hello, Xiao Ting: Regarding the current medication issues: 1. According to the literature, the use of Hydralazine HCl (Apresoline) during breastfeeding is considered appropriate. However, Nifedipine can be secreted into breast milk, and although it is still uncertain whether it a...[Read More] Hypertension Medications and Breastfeeding: What New Moms Need to Know
What is AN-FLU-MET? Understanding Its Uses and Benefits
AN-FLU-MET is a medication that typically combines components for the treatment of flu-like symptoms, including analgesics, antipyretics, and possibly antihistamines. It is often used to alleviate symptoms such as fever I couldn't find information on this medication. The doc...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear: It is not possible to find information about AN-FLU-MET on the official website. It is recommended to search for medications using the "Drug, Medical Device, and Cosmetic License Inquiry" method, with the website being www.fda.gov.tw/licnquery/do8180.asp. If it is...[Read More] What is AN-FLU-MET? Understanding Its Uses and Benefits
Safe Medication for Cough During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Medication for Cold During Pregnancy I am currently 17 weeks pregnant. Recently, I have been experiencing a severe cough due to a cold, so I visited a nearby clinic and informed the doctor about my pregnancy, asking them to be cautious when prescribing medication. However, I stil...
Dr. Chen Shuzi Reply:
Hello: Currently, the medications you are using have the following pregnancy risk categories: A and C. Another medication is not classified but is considered safe for the fetus. If symptoms require it, you may continue to take them. The details are as follows: 1. MEDICON (Dextrom...[Read More] Safe Medication for Cough During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Understanding Side Effects of Blood Pressure Medication: A Patient's Experience
The side effects of antihypertensive medication (Norvasc)? During a health check-up, high blood pressure was detected (157 mmHg). Subsequently, I went to the hospital for a follow-up, where my blood pressure was measured at 160 mmHg. The doctor prescribed antihypertensive medicat...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear: Due to the unavailability of "Norvasc" in our hospital, the following response is based on the information from the Ministry of Health and Welfare's drug approval number 046742, with the drug name "Amtrel." The approved indication for this medicatio...[Read More] Understanding Side Effects of Blood Pressure Medication: A Patient's Experience
Is Youzuda Safe for Ear Treatment? Concerns and Expert Insights
Eustachian tube dysfunction is used for the ear? Hello. I have had a fungal infection in my ear for several years. Previously, the clinic treated it with "MeiKang ear drops." Recently, I visited an ENT specialist who prescribed "Econazole" for me to use at hom...
Dr. Huang Shenggang Reply:
Hello Mr. Wu: Regarding the medication Youzuda R solution you mentioned, its indication is for dermatophyte infections, and it is applied topically to the affected area. Therefore, when used in the ear area, there should generally not be significant issues if there is no allergic...[Read More] Is Youzuda Safe for Ear Treatment? Concerns and Expert Insights
Can You Drink Alcohol While Taking Antidepressants? Risks and Side Effects
Can I drink alcohol while taking antidepressants, and what are the side effects? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if the following medications I am currently taking are antidepressants: 1. Eurodin (2mg) 2. Rivotril (2mg) 3. Wellbutrin (300mg) 4. Deanxit (1mg) 5. Era (0.25mg) 6. ...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello A-Jie: The medications you are taking have sedative, antidepressant properties, and they help improve your sleep and mental condition. Common side effects include dizziness, drowsiness, sedation, and enhanced central nervous system depression when taken with alcohol, which ...[Read More] Can You Drink Alcohol While Taking Antidepressants? Risks and Side Effects
How Long Should You Wait to Take Sleep Aids After Laxatives?
How long should the interval be between taking sedative sleeping pills and Lyrica? Hello, Doctor! I found this website where I can inquire about medication usage because I have long-term insomnia and anxiety. My doctor prescribed me 3 mg of Mirtazapine, which I take before bed, a...
Dr. Liu Huiya Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of constipation. You can first examine your lifestyle and dietary habits, such as whether you exercise less, drink insufficient water, consume fewer high-fiber foods and fruits and vegetables, or are on a diet for weight loss. Additionally, work, acad...[Read More] How Long Should You Wait to Take Sleep Aids After Laxatives?