I didn't get to check out the other links that were submitted, but I know on this link you can even check how medicines will interact with vitamins...That's one I never thought about till my mom told me that she can't take calcium vitamins with one of her prescriptions.
Anyhow, I just wanted to share the link with you all!!
Thank you for this link! I just found out that Wellbutrin and of all things Flonase have the interaction of seizures! Wow the meds come from two different docs and I never think about using my Flonase until my allergies act up so it rarely gets noted on what meds I take.
According to the site I have quite a few bad combinations of drugs, and 1 of them it couldn't find (it probably goes under a different name in the US)...
3 Minor interactions
14 Moderate interactions
4 Major interactions....
but haven't had any major problems with my drugs so keeping my fingers crossed.
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Dx - pcos 1982
Dx - diabetes 2 1999,
Tx - metformin slow release 2000mg. Insulin 5 times a day
Loads of other medications.
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We found 8 interactions for:
Indocin Sr, Actos, Glucophage, Aciphex, Glimepiride, Drospirenone/ethinyl Estradiol, Tylenol Arthritis (and food, alcohol, and tobacco)
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INDOCIN SR (INDOMETHACIN) and GLIMEPIRIDE
Severity: Moderate
Description: Treatment with both NONSTEROIDAL ANTIINFLAMMATORY AGENTS and SULFONYLUREAS may result in dangerously low blood sugar (blurred vision, sweaty palms, intense sweating, muscle tremor, confusion, or slurred speech).
ACTOS (PIOGLITAZONE HYDROCHLORIDE) and DROSPIRENONE/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (ETHINYL ESTRADIOL)
Severity: Moderate
Description: Taking PIOGLITAZONE and a CONTRACEPTIVE may cause your contraceptive to not work as well for you.
If you take pioglitazone and are also taking a contraceptive (birth control medicine), your contraceptive may not work as well. Some examples of contraceptives are Ortho-Cyclen(R), Ovcon(R), Ortho-Novum(R), Levlen(R), Ortho Evra(TM) and Demulen(R). If you are not sure if you are taking a contraceptive, call your doctor or pharmacist. Your doctor may want you to take both medicines. Your doctor may change the amounts of medicines you take. Your doctor may recommend that you use an extra form of birth control, such as a condom. Call your doctor right away for any of the following problems. 1. You have unusual vaginal bleeding. 2. You miss a period. 3. You are worried that you might be pregnant.
TYLENOL ARTHRITIS (ACETAMINOPHEN) and ALCOHOL
Severity: Moderate
Description: Drinking ALCOHOL (or taking any products containing alcohol) while taking ACETAMINOPHEN (or any product containing acetaminophen) may result in a dangerous effect on your liver.
Drinking alcohol while taking acetaminophen is not recommended. If you drink several glasses per day of alcohol, it is recommended that you avoid acetaminophen. If you are drinking several glasses per day of alcohol, are taking acetaminophen, and are experiencing decreased appetite, weight loss, abdominal pain, chills, fevers, vomiting, yellow skin, itchy skin or rash, dark urine or dark colored stools contact your physician immediately.
GLUCOPHAGE (METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE) and ALCOHOL
Severity: Moderate
Description: Drinking ALCOHOL (or taking any product containing alcohol) while being treated with METFORMIN may result in an increased risk of a serious condition that may cause extreme weakness and heavy breathing.
Drinking alcohol while being treated with metformin is not recommended. If you are drinking alcohol while being treated with metformin, and are experiencing extreme weakness and heavy breathing, contact your physician immediately.
DROSPIRENONE/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (ETHINYL ESTRADIOL) and FOOD (CAFFEINE)
Severity: Moderate
Description: Using CONTRACEPTIVES and eating foods or drinking liquids with CAFFEINE in them, may cause more side effects from the caffeine.
If you use contraceptives and also eat foods or drink liquids with caffeine in them, you may have more side effects from the caffeine. Caffeine is in coffee, chocolate, soft drinks and some medicines. Your doctor may recommend that you limit caffeine. Call your doctor right away for any of the following problems. 1. You have unusual heartbeats. 2. Your heart is beating very fast or very hard. 3. You feel nervous and jittery. 4. You have a headache and trouble sleeping. 5. You have trouble relaxing. 6. You have trouble concentrating.
GLUCOPHAGE (METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE) and FOOD
Severity: Moderate
Description: Taking METFORMIN with FOOD may cause the metformin in your blood to be too low.
If you take metformin with food, your metformin may not work as well as taking it without food. Your doctor may want you to take metformin with food, Your doctor may change the amount of medicine you take. Keep track of your blood sugar level. Take your metformin the same way each time, either with or without food. Call your doctor immediately for the following problems. 1. Your blood sugar level is very different each time you check it. 2. You feel dizzy or lightheaded. 3. You have trouble thinking. 4. You have blurred vision. 5. You have abdominal pain. 6. Your skin is cold and sweaty.
TYLENOL ARTHRITIS (ACETAMINOPHEN) and FOOD
Severity: Minor
Description: Taking ACETAMINOPHEN (or any product containing acetaminophen) with FOOD may result in a decreased amount of acetaminophen in your blood.
Taking acetaminophen with food may affect how well acetaminophen works for you. It is recommended to take acetaminophen on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
DROSPIRENONE/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (ETHINYL ESTRADIOL) and TOBACCO
Severity: Minor
Description: Using TOBACCO products and taking CONTRACEPTIVES may cause a higher risk for heart problems.
If you use tobacco products and are also taking a contraceptive (birth control medicine), you may have a higher risk for heart problems. Some examples of tobacco products are cigarettes, nicotine patches, nicotine gum, nicotine spray, and chewing tobacco. Some examples of contraceptives are Ortho-Cyclen(R), Ovcon(R), Ortho-Novum(R), Levlen(R), Ortho Evra(TM) and Demulen(R). If you are not sure if you are taking a contraceptive or using a tobacco product, call your doctor or pharmacist. Call your doctor right away for any of the following problems. 1. You have chest pain or discomfort. 2. You have trouble breathing. 3. You have nausea and vomiting. 4. You feel very weak. 5. You have pain in your jaw, shoulders, or arms.
IMPORTANT: This tool doesn't include every possible interaction or account for individual responses to medicines. For example, very few studies examine how herbs, vitamins, and other supplements interact with medicines or each other. In addition, this tool doesn't list the increased effect you may experience when combining medicines with similar side effects. We recommend that you discuss this information with your doctor or pharmacist.
Severity rating definitions
What does "major" mean? The interaction may be life-threatening. Call your doctor immediately to discuss whether you should be taking these medicines together. Your doctor may need to change your therapy to reduce or prevent serious side effects.
What does "moderate" mean? The interaction may make your condition worse. Your doctor may need to change your therapy. Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist about using these medicines together.
What does "minor" mean? The interaction may increase the side effects of each drug. You can usually continue taking both drugs. If you experience any unusual or bothersome side effects, please report them to your doctor.
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Hi Nikki,
How do you like being on Yaz? My doctor wants me to start it at my next cycle. I am sorry you are feeling so lousy. Here is a big hug from a fellow cyster! -Shannon
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Hi Dotsia,
Is the medicine a topical remedy or a pill? My doctor prescribed Benzamycin for me which is Benzoyl Peroxide and Erythromycin together in a topical gel. It works great and I am pretty sure it won't interact with the Pill. I found that the oral pills upset my stomach. I would check with a pharmacist about the interactions!
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The first few days i had horrible stomach cramps but that could've easily been any of the meds i'm on but then after that its been ok its the best pill i've been on so far.
--nikki
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Congrats on your weight loss! That is fantastic!
I start the Yaz the first Sunday when af starts. I have been on Ortho-Tri-Cyclen (big mistake!) My skin cleared up but my moods went all to heck! Hopefully the steady dose of Yaz will keep me sailing smooth! Wanted to let ya know to get your potassium levels checked once in a while and be careful with high doses of NSAIDS and eating a lot of high potassium foods like bananas and potatoes! Okay I am done bossing ya around! lol! Take Care
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shannie i noticed your in one of my neighboring states sweet and yeah i'm kinda worried seeing they have me on a bunch of meds that you probably shouldn't take together between that and the stress of my job i'm kinda scared.
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Nikki, Just make sure you get your potassium levels checked regularly. I would ask a pharmacist about drug interactions as well! Add me to your buddy list if you would like!
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