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How long does it take to get Keppra out of your system?

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When given Keppra at 1000mg twice a day by mistake for 35 days, how long would it take to get out of your system and for your brain function to return to normal?

What is the half life of Ambien?

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How long does Ambien stay in your system?

Can you drink alcohol while taking Augmentin?

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When is the best time of day to take Crestor?

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I was just given samples of 5 mg Crestor. When do I take it? Other statins say take it before bedtime. Is this true of Crestor?

Is pedialyte good for adults to take to treat diarrhea ?

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Cephalexin - is this a drug that can be abused by teens?

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What dosage of lysine is best for herpes outbreaks?

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I am just starting to take l-lysine as a friend suggested it. I am two weeks into shingles, started getting two cold sores and a terrible sty on the one eyelid. I am thinking I could use this tablet more than once a day on a regular basis?

How long does Norco stay in your system?

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Can it cause you to fail a drug test?

Why do you not take phenazopyridine for more than two days?

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If you know what condition you have and need to take phenazopyridine for one week, why not take it for a week? I have also heard reference to an over-the-counter equivalent. Is there one?

Can I drink alcohol when taking sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim DS?

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Can a glass or two of wine be taken with this medication?

Why is diclofenac prescription only but ibuprofen is OTC?

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Is there a big difference between them?

What is the maximum dose of methocarbamol?

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Is meloxicam a sulfa drug?

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I took one 7.5mg meloxicam and had severe abdominal cramps and pain. Is this a sulfa drug? I have an allergic reaction to Macrobid which I believe is a sulfa drug. I took the meloxicam with food as suggested an was up all night with bad pain. I am trying to figure out if I had an allergic reaction or the drug is just hard on the intestines?

Can you have a vaginal yeast infection if you have no uterus?

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I had a hysterectomy over 30 years ago and I appear to have the symptoms of a yeast infection. I have a rash which itches really badly. I use bladder control products and I thought that the rash was from the wetness associated with urine. I also have the rash in the grooves of my upper legs outside of the vagina. Please help me find a product. I spoke with my pharmacist and she suggested clotrimazole. I've started it today. Any suggestions?

Can I use mupirocin ointment for diaper rash?

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My 11 month old daughter keeps getting diaper rash, nothing has helped. Is it safe to use mupirocin ointment to treat her diaper rash?

Is Generic Zyrtec Available?

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Need more info about the generic availability of Zyrtec. Thanks.

Is it normal to have rubber like jelly in the stool when taking Metamucil?

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When I have a bowel movement my stool is made up of a substance that resembles tough rubberized jelly. It is sometimes difficult to pass this. It seems as though once it gets into my stomach it becomes a jelly like substance and my stomach does not digest this.

How long does glucophage/Metformin stay in your system?

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What dose of co-trimoxazole is used in a patient with a UTI?

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