Essential Guide to Common Medications: Uses and Side Effects
Drug Inquiry 1. NIZORAL SHAMPOO (Ketoconazole) - This is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the skin and scalp, such as dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Common side effects may include skin irritation, itching, and dryness. DOXYMYCIN 100MG - This i...
Dr. Chen Yuemei Reply:
Hello: Nizoral shampoo is intended for use as a hair wash, specifically for dandruff caused by fungi and yeast. Doxymycin (Doxycycline capsules) is used for bacterial and atypical viral infections; potential side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, photosensitivity ...[Read More] Essential Guide to Common Medications: Uses and Side Effects
Is Zolpidem Safe for Treating Insomnia During Menopause?
Sleep induction agents Hello, my mother has been suffering from insomnia for a long time, and with the onset of menopause, her condition has worsened. Recently, I discovered a medication online: the sleep inducer zolpidem (StilnoxR). Is this medication safe to take? Thank you.
Dr. Liu Huiya Reply:
Hello, Shiwei: Zolpidem is a non-benzodiazepine sleep aid that has effects similar to traditional benzodiazepine sleep medications, but it has a shorter duration of action, lasting approximately 3-4 hours. It is ineffective in improving anxiety symptoms and does not possess muscl...[Read More] Is Zolpidem Safe for Treating Insomnia During Menopause?
Understanding Diazepam: Effects and Risks for Pregnant Women
I would like to ask if this medication has any side effects? I visited an ophthalmologist recently due to discomfort in my eyes, and the doctor prescribed a small round light blue pill. The receipt indicates it is DIAZEPAM TABLETS 2. I'm not sure what this medication is and ...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear lululiu: Diazepam is a medication that belongs to the class of central nervous system depressants and sedatives, and it is not closely related to ophthalmic medications. From a pharmacist's perspective, it is not recommended for use by pregnant women. If a physician pre...[Read More] Understanding Diazepam: Effects and Risks for Pregnant Women
Understanding Vitamin B Complex: Does It Boost Metabolism?
About Vitamin B Complex? Is vitamin B complex the same as a multivitamin B? I have looked up information on vitamin B complex, which states that it can accelerate the metabolism of proteins and fats in the body. But does it really have the ability to enhance the metabolism of pro...
Dr. Liao Huiling Reply:
Hello! The B vitamins include B1, B2, B6, B12, and others. If you are referring to "B-complex vitamins" as marketed by commercial products, you need to check the ingredient label of the product to determine how many types of B vitamins it contains, or if it includes com...[Read More] Understanding Vitamin B Complex: Does It Boost Metabolism?
Understanding the Functions and Side Effects of New Medications Prescribed
The effects of these medications? I often experience soreness in my arm. An X-ray showed no significant issues, and I am currently receiving regular hyaluronic acid injections. Today, the doctor prescribed a new medication regimen: Decrolin 0.5 mg, Musalox 100 mg, Cimetidine 400 ...
Dr. Chen Yuemei Reply:
Hello: Is the correct name for Decrolin actually Decolin? If so, this medication is a corticosteroid used for its anti-inflammatory properties. Short-term use is quite effective for symptom relief, but long-term use can suppress the normal functioning of the adrenal cortex and lo...[Read More] Understanding the Functions and Side Effects of New Medications Prescribed
Medication Safety During Early Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Medication during the first five weeks of pregnancy? Hello: I took the following medications while not pregnant due to a cold, and I am unsure if they are safe now that I am approximately five weeks pregnant. 1. Amoxil (or Amoxll? It's unclear on the prescription) 2. BISOLVO...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear: I apologize for the late reply due to my vacation. 1. Amoxil 2. BISOLVON 3. Scanol 4. Scanol 5. Panadol 6. Medicon-A (Fucou) 7. Medicon-A The safety of these four medications is considered suitable for pregnant women. 8. Musco 9. Longifene There is no available data o...[Read More] Medication Safety During Early Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Are the Medications My Child Takes Safe? Understanding Pharmacy Practices
Is the medication my child is taking safe? We usually get our medications from a nearby clinic, where they are conveniently packaged in individual doses. A few days ago, I took my child there, and the machine happened to be broken, so we had to wait for the pharmacist to manually...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: As a mother, one is very cautious about various aspects concerning children, especially regarding medications. As consumers, we must ensure that machines are cleaned daily, as the medications from the previous patient may not be suitable for you, and it is also unsafe rega...[Read More] Are the Medications My Child Takes Safe? Understanding Pharmacy Practices
Where to Get Drug Testing Services in Taoyuan for Central University Students?
Do you offer drug testing services? Which places in the Taoyuan area offer drug testing services? How much does it cost? Central University student.
Dr. Lin Meili Reply:
1. Our hospital currently offers drug testing services for only two substances: morphine and amphetamine. If you would like to know the detailed testing times and fees, please call 03-3699721 ext. 2288 to contact our health examination center. 2. If you are interested in testin...[Read More] Where to Get Drug Testing Services in Taoyuan for Central University Students?
Using Fever Reducers and Suppositories Together: Safety Concerns for Kids
Using antipyretics and suppositories simultaneously! Dear Pharmacist, Hello, my daughter is five years old and often experiences severe colds that lead to high fevers, which started around the age of three. When her temperature exceeds 39 degrees Celsius, we urgently give her an...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: When children have a fever, it makes every mother anxious. I have some information to share with you for reference, and I wonder if I can assist you. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Using Fever Reducers and Suppositories Together: Safety Concerns for Kids
Is This Herbal Capsule Legit? Understanding Food Inspection Numbers
Please provide the content you would like me to translate? I recently found out that my mom bought a type of traditional Chinese medicine capsule that has a food inspection number 9405-0185-B02-SA-1 on it. The ingredients listed are all traditional Chinese herbs, but I couldn...
Dr. Huang Yicheng Reply:
If it is classified as traditional Chinese medicine or concentrated preparations, it must comply with the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations for Chinese herbal medicines set by the Ministry of Health and Welfare in order to be sold domestically. If it is classified as ...[Read More] Is This Herbal Capsule Legit? Understanding Food Inspection Numbers
Understanding Side Effects of Cefadroxil: What to Expect and How to Cope
Inquiry about drug side effects? I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds like you may be experiencing a complication known as an oroantral fistula, which is an abnormal connection between the oral cavity and the nasal cavity, often occurring after the extraction of...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: The strong foul odor you described is likely a symptom caused by your teeth rather than a side effect of the medication. Antibiotics have the ability to reduce inflammation and eliminate bacteria. While the medication may have a slightly bitter taste when taken, drinking m...[Read More] Understanding Side Effects of Cefadroxil: What to Expect and How to Cope
Understanding Methotrexate: Uses, Side Effects, and Dosage Insights
Inquire about the side effects of medications? Methotrexate is used to treat various conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, certain types of cancer (such as leukemia and lymphoma), and ectopic pregnancy. Common side effects of methotrexate may include nausea, vomi...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: 1. MTX is a medication used in cancer treatment and chemotherapy; it effectively kills trophoblastic cells, thereby destroying the embryonic tissue in ectopic pregnancies. 2. Methotrexate is also used to treat immunomodulatory diseases and can be used to treat rheumatoid a...[Read More] Understanding Methotrexate: Uses, Side Effects, and Dosage Insights
Understanding Gout: The Impact of Sugary Drinks on Flare-Ups
Gout Diet I have gout. I've heard that people with gout should not drink too many sweet beverages, otherwise, it can trigger a gout attack. Is this true?
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear Mr. Lin: The cause of gout is the elevated concentration of uric acid in the blood. The dietary principle for managing gout is to reduce the intake of foods high in purines. Simple sugars have a lower association with gout. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Gout: The Impact of Sugary Drinks on Flare-Ups
Understanding Retrovir for Newborns: Implications and Side Effects
Medication consultation Hello! Does the administration of Retrovir (Zidovudine) to a newborn indicate that the mother has AIDS, or does Retrovir have other uses? What are the side effects? Thank you!
Dr. Shou Weijin Reply:
The indications for Retrovir (zidovudine) are for the treatment of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) or related symptoms, as well as for individuals infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) who are asymptomatic or have only mild early symptoms. Therefore, base...[Read More] Understanding Retrovir for Newborns: Implications and Side Effects
Can You Reuse Eye Ointments for Minor Skin Issues?
Eye ointment and medication for skin diseases! I would like to inquire whether the following medications can be reused or their functions, such as for treating minor abrasions or insect bites. Some eye conditions or skin diseases have been resolved, but there is still a significa...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: 1. Fulosin cream is an antibiotic used for infections caused by Staphylococcus, and it is also effective for infections resulting from burns. 2. Tetracycline ointment, erythromycin ointment, and Kantex are antibiotic ointments that can be used for conjunctivitis or inju...[Read More] Can You Reuse Eye Ointments for Minor Skin Issues?
Do Blood Pressure Medications Harm Your Liver or Kidneys?
Do antihypertensive medications harm the liver or kidneys? Why? Does long-term use of antihypertensive medications harm the liver or kidneys? Why?
Dr. Xie Weigong Reply:
Hello, Miss Bacon: 1. Medication can be toxic; if medications are not taken for the appropriate condition or if the dosage is too high, they may have adverse effects on the liver and kidneys. 2. If you have hypertension, you should consult a physician for a diagnosis. There are...[Read More] Do Blood Pressure Medications Harm Your Liver or Kidneys?
Is It Safe for a Child to Take Multiple Medications at Once?
Consultation A 4-year-old child weighing 17 kg frequently experiences colds and visited a doctor who prescribed the following medications: clemastine 0.83 mg, nasco 0.25 mg, lidocaine 500 mg 0.50 mg, saltol 4 mg 0.50 mg, cosopin 0.55 mg, citidine 200 mg 0.55 mg, bisco 12 mg 0.55 ...
Dr. Liao Huiling Reply:
Hello! The indications for the medications you mentioned are as follows: 1. Clemastine: Temporarily relieves symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis and hay fever (such as runny nose, sneezing, and itching of the eyes and throat) as well as itching and skin rashes caused by ...[Read More] Is It Safe for a Child to Take Multiple Medications at Once?
Choosing the Right Multivitamins for a Sedentary Lifestyle
Regarding the use of multivitamins? I would like to ask the doctors, I am currently working as an engineer in a tech park. Due to the nature of my job, I spend almost the entire day sitting in front of a computer, and I usually eat out for all three meals. Occasionally, I have so...
Dr. Huang Huiqing Reply:
As the saying goes, "Food supplements are better than medicine, and exercise is better than food supplements." Modern people are more concerned about nutritional excess rather than nutritional deficiency. Multivitamins are essentially medicinal compounds that are quite ...[Read More] Choosing the Right Multivitamins for a Sedentary Lifestyle
Can You Take Ergonovine After Methotrexate for Ectopic Pregnancy?
Issues related to medications for ectopic pregnancy and intrauterine pregnancy? Hello, I am pregnant and very happy about it. However, when I went to see the doctor, Dr. A said that I have an ectopic pregnancy and administered a methotrexate injection. Dr. B, on the other hand, s...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: METHOTREXATE is a chemotherapeutic agent that can also be used to treat certain non-tumor diseases (such as psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis). The uses of Ergonovine include the management of uterine atony, postpartum hemorrhage, uterine hypotonicity, and bleeding due to...[Read More] Can You Take Ergonovine After Methotrexate for Ectopic Pregnancy?
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:
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...[Read More] Understanding Chemotherapy Options After Stomach Cancer Surgery