Managing Medications After Myocardial Infarction: Duration and Safety Concerns
Myocardial infarction Hello: My father recently underwent two cardiac catheterization procedures due to a myocardial infarction and is now on long-term medication. How long does he need to take this medication—just for a period of time or for a lifetime? Through a recommendation ...
Dr. Lin Meili Reply:
Hello: 1. After undergoing coronary angioplasty for a myocardial infarction, patients typically need to take long-term medications, which usually include antiplatelet agents (such as low-dose aspirin or other newer anticoagulants to prevent platelet aggregation) along with corona...[Read More] Managing Medications After Myocardial Infarction: Duration and Safety Concerns
Important Considerations and Side Effects of Long-Term Cotrizine Use
Precautions and Side Effects of Taking Cotrizine When taking Cotrizine, it is important to be aware of the following precautions: 1. **Allergies**: Inform your healthcare provider if you have any known allergies to I sought consultation with a dermatologist due to onychomycosis...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear Andy, Here is an explanation regarding the medication you are taking, Cotrizine: 1. **Action**: Cotrizine is a brand name for a medication containing Ketoconazole, with each tablet containing 200 mg. This medication is typically used to treat conditions caused by fungal in...[Read More] Important Considerations and Side Effects of Long-Term Cotrizine Use
Essential Medication Guide for Treating Fever in Young Children
Pediatric medication Hello: I am a caregiver who frequently interacts with young children. Since fevers occasionally occur in children, I would like to know what medications are commonly used for treating fever in young children. What precautions should be taken when using these ...
Dr. Wu Huiling Reply:
Hello! First of all, I apologize for the delayed response. Among the antipyretics for children, acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) only has a fever-reducing effect and does not have anti-inflammatory properties. Long-term excessive use can lead to liver and kidney side effects. Aspi...[Read More] Essential Medication Guide for Treating Fever in Young Children
Can I Mix These Medications? Safe Usage Tips for Cold and Joint Drugs
Polypharmacy Hello, I have the following two medications. Can I take them together? If not, how should I take them? (1) Cold medication: 1. Acetaminophen 500 mg 2. Oxacain 10 mg 3. Bensau 100 mg 4. Serrapeptase 5 mg 5. Piprinhydrinate 3 mg 6. Iodinated glycerol 60 mg 7. ...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello; you are taking cold medication which includes Acetaminophen, antacids, antihistamines for runny nose, decongestants, cough suppressants, and anti-inflammatory medications. For your joint pain, you are using muscle relaxants and analgesics. In total, you have 10 different m...[Read More] Can I Mix These Medications? Safe Usage Tips for Cold and Joint Drugs
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
What causes blood in the stool? Experiencing pain during bowel movements along with a small amount of blood in the stool and significant pain around the anal area could indicate a problem with your body. This condition may be related to hemorrhoids. What should you do?
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: Your issue may be hemorrhoids. You can go to the hospital's colorectal surgery department for a stool test or a sigmoidoscopy to determine whether it is hemorrhoids, gastrointestinal bleeding, or another issue. If it is hemorrhoids, a hemorrhoid cream will suffice; ot...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Electric Whitening Products: Do They Really Work?
Electrical Whitening Hi, I'm Yingxiang! I want to ask you about a product I recently saw on TV called "electric whitening." Have you heard of it? It was introduced by Huang Ziqiao. He mentioned that it uses the principle of positive and negative ions, which attract...
Dr. Liao Huiling Reply:
Yingxiang: I'm sorry! I just got notified about the emails I haven't responded to due to some issues with my inbox. Regarding your question, it's not my area of expertise, so I can't provide any advice. I recommend consulting a dermatologist for more appropria...[Read More] Understanding Electric Whitening Products: Do They Really Work?
Can You Breastfeed a 15-Day-Old Baby While Taking Parlodel?
Breastfeeding Is it safe to breastfeed a 15-day-old infant while taking Parlodel (bromocriptine) for lactation suppression?
Dr. Shou Weijin Reply:
Parlodel can prevent or suppress physiological lactation. 1. It is not recommended for mothers to take Parlodel when they are breastfeeding. 2. If a mother has taken Parlodel and wishes to breastfeed again, she should thoroughly massage her breasts for two to three days and expre...[Read More] Can You Breastfeed a 15-Day-Old Baby While Taking Parlodel?
Is Camphor Wood Furniture Safe for Infants with Favism?
Is there any adverse effect of having camphor wood furniture at home for children with favism? Hello, I have a nearly three-month-old baby at home who has favism. Recently, we purchased a TV cabinet made of camphor wood, which emits a camphor scent. I would like to know if this c...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: Generally, substances that can cause Favism include camphor, gentian violet, and essential oils. As for the camphor wood TV cabinet, opinions vary; some say it can cause issues while others disagree. However, since your child is still very young, you should be cautious abo...[Read More] Is Camphor Wood Furniture Safe for Infants with Favism?
Can You Get Pregnant While Taking Antihistamines for Urticaria?
Can a person with urticaria become pregnant? Hello, I have been taking antihistamines for 5 years and have been diagnosed with urticaria. I would like to know if it is suitable for me to become pregnant, and if I am already pregnant, will it have any effects? The medication name ...
Dr. Wu Huiling Reply:
Hello! In principle, before using Zyrtec (an antihistamine medication), please inform your physician if you have any heart, liver, or kidney dysfunction, are possibly or currently pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are taking other medications. This medication is classified as Categ...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant While Taking Antihistamines for Urticaria?
Effects of Doxymycin 100mg and Baktar: A Comparative Analysis
The medication Doxymycin 100 mg and Baktar (commonly known as Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole) both serve as antibiotics, but they have different mechanisms of action and are used to treat various infections. Dox The medication Doxymycin 100 mg and Baktar (commonly known as Trimeth...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear Oscar: Before answering your question, it would be helpful to know the reason for your inquiry about these two medications, as oral medications typically have systemic effects. Below, I will describe their actions separately. Doxymycin: The "100 mg" indicates tha...[Read More] Effects of Doxymycin 100mg and Baktar: A Comparative Analysis
Understanding the Uses of Clonopam and Mesyrel Medications
Medication Consultation Clonopam tablets 2mg are primarily used for the treatment of anxiety disorders and panic disorders. They belong to a class of medications known as benzodiazepines, which work by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GA...
Dr. Liu Huiya Reply:
Dear Ting Ting, First of all, please accept my apologies for the delay in responding to your inquiry, as I only received your question yesterday. Your question involves the uses of two medications; however, the medication "clonopam 2mg" may need further verification re...[Read More] Understanding the Uses of Clonopam and Mesyrel Medications
Important Considerations for Taking Itraconazole for Nail Fungus
The appropriate treatment for onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) typically includes antifungal medications such as terbinafine or itraconazole. Topical treatments like ciclopirox or efinaconazole may also be used, depending on the severity of the infection Hello Dr. Liao, I am...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear Rebellious: First, I would like to confirm something with you: Is the medication you are taking, Itraconazole, known as Sporanox (the name used by the original manufacturer)? Is it prescribed by a physician? Sporanox should not be taken without a prescription, and I hope yo...[Read More] Important Considerations for Taking Itraconazole for Nail Fungus
Understanding Coenzyme Q10: Benefits and Information
Coenzyme Q10 Could you please provide information or data regarding auxiliary enzymes? Thank you!
Dr. Cao Renhe Reply:
Hello Mr. Huang, 1. Most coenzymes require the assistance of cofactors to function. 2. Cofactors are non-protein substances. 3. They are non-specific. 4. B vitamins are almost the primary components that make up coenzymes. 5. Coenzymes have slightly complex and diverse molecular...[Read More] Understanding Coenzyme Q10: Benefits and Information
Are Health Supplements Safe? Understanding Risks and Misleading Claims
Regarding health foods? Recently, the adults in my household have become obsessed with a series of products that resemble health foods. I checked online and found that they are not registered as health foods. I have advised my parents not to consume unverified health products, bu...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: Regarding the issue of health supplements, I often receive inquiries about various health products. My response is that without a physician's diagnosis, taking medications indiscriminately will only increase the burden on the liver and kidneys, potentially causing adv...[Read More] Are Health Supplements Safe? Understanding Risks and Misleading Claims
Understanding the Side Effects of Rivotril: Dizziness and Weakness
What are the side effects of taking Rivotril? After taking this medication, you may experience slight dizziness and a feeling of weakness in your limbs.
Dr. Yang Ruifa Reply:
Hello, if you are experiencing dizziness and weakness in your limbs after taking medication, it is important to first confirm which specialty you are seeing and what condition you have, as this will help determine what medication your physician has prescribed. Generally, the foll...[Read More] Understanding the Side Effects of Rivotril: Dizziness and Weakness
Understanding Over-the-Counter Cold Medications: Benefits and Risks
Regarding over-the-counter cold medications? Over-the-counter cold medications, such as those containing ingredients like acetaminophen or ibuprofen, can significantly alleviate symptoms of a cold, including headaches. However, using these products may have potential adverse effe...
Dr. Zhang Jinteng Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the common over-the-counter medications or prescription drugs for treating the common cold typically contain the following main ingredients: 1. Antipyretics and analgesics, such as Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Diclofenac, or Ibuprofen. Acetaminoph...[Read More] Understanding Over-the-Counter Cold Medications: Benefits and Risks
Understanding the Uses of Ferdin, Bicoromin, and Azumol Medications
Indications Ferdin, Bicoromin, and Azumol are medications used for different purposes: 1. **Ferdin**: This medication is typically used as an antihistamine to relieve allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and itching. 2. **Bicoromin**: This drug is often prescribed for...
Dr. Zheng Shuwen Reply:
Ferdin is an antihistamine medication primarily used for rhinitis or allergic conditions. Bicoromin is also an antihistamine, used for allergies as well as for nausea, vomiting, and motion sickness induced by surgery. Azumol is a treatment for inflammatory gastric disorders and g...[Read More] Understanding the Uses of Ferdin, Bicoromin, and Azumol Medications
Understanding Menstrual Pain: Why Avoid Si Wu Decoction?
During menstrual cramps, there may be a desire to have a bowel movement? Dr. Huang: Hello, this is a forwarded message. I would like to know if the content is true, thank you. > You should not consume Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoction)! (Extremely important! A must-read for...
Dr. Huang Yicheng Reply:
This formula is primarily for nourishing blood and regulating menstruation. Among its ingredients, Angelica sinensis (Dong Quai) and Ligusticum chuanxiong (Chuanxiong) are classified as yang herbs, while Rehmannia glutinosa (Sheng Di Huang) and Paeonia lactiflora (Bai Shao) are c...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Pain: Why Avoid Si Wu Decoction?
Is DOSTINEX Available at Taichung Hospitals for High Prolactin?
Does Taichung Hospital have DOSTINEX? Does Taichung Hospital have DOSTINEX? It is a medication used to treat elevated prolactin levels.
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
We apologize, but our hospital does not have this medication. However, we do have another medication called Parlodel. Thank you for your understanding.[Read More] Is DOSTINEX Available at Taichung Hospitals for High Prolactin?
Impact of Vibramycin on Liver and Kidney Function in Acne Treatment
Acne medications I would like to ask if taking Vibramycin 100mg/capsule for the treatment of acne would affect liver and kidney function in patients with impaired liver and kidney function. Are there other medications available for treatment?
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello: Vibramycin is a semi-synthetic tetracycline that is well absorbed orally, has a long duration of action, and is primarily excreted through feces. It is considered safe for patients with impaired renal function. However, tetracyclines can cause discoloration of children...[Read More] Impact of Vibramycin on Liver and Kidney Function in Acne Treatment