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Can you use a sunbed when you are taking medicines?

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Some medicines greatly increase the skin’s sensitivity to UV-radiation. They contain substances with a so-called phototoxic effect. Always read the medicine’s instructions as they should contain this information and consult your GP whether your tanning programme should be adapted to the medicines used.
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Can I use HUMIRA if I'm taking other medicines for my psoriatic arthritis or other conditions?

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Yes, you can take other medicines if your doctor has prescribed them, or has told you it's okay to take them while you're taking HUMIRA. It's important that you tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking for other conditions (for example, high blood pressure medicine) before you start taking HUMIRA. You should also tell your doctor about any over-the-counter drugs, painkillers, herbal medicines, and vitamin and mineral supplements you're taking.
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Can I use a sunbed when I am pregnant?

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If you do not need to avoid the natural sun, you can use a sunbed as well. However, excessive sunbathing should be avoided in order to prevent too much strain on the body. In case of doubt, please ask your doctor.
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Do I have to use any protective lotion on the sunbed?

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A personal tanning programme for a sunbed is based on the individual skin type and always assumes that the skin is without any oil or cream. Sunburn protective agents, oils and creams can influence your tanning programme and make it unreliable. This does not apply to creams developed for the use under a sunbed. People with dry skin often like using a hydrating cream before or after a tanning session.
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Should I let my doctor know if I am taking other medicines with FLONASE?

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Yes. Let your healthcare professional know if you are taking other prescription medications (for example, ketoconazole or ritonavir) before you begin taking FLONASE.
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Will taking prescription or other medicines affect the diet?

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All medicines and pharmaceuticals, from toothpaste to cough syrup to vitamins to prescription medicine, must, whenever possible, be free of sugar and other carbohydrates. Remind your doctor to prescribe all needed medications in sugar-free and carbohydrate-free forms. Read labels carefully and check with your pharmacist. When children are switched from a normal diet to a 90 percent fat diet, both cholesterol and triglyceride levels can go up. However, the ketogenic diet is not a lifetime diet.
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What should I do about the medicines I am already taking?

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If you are taking any other homeopathic medicines we request you to discontinue them or ask your current homeopathic physician about such a decision If you are taking any Ayurvedic medicines, allopathic medicines, best is to consult your family physician or your local physician before taking any decision Normally any traditional or natural systems of medicine do not collide with homeopathy they may work in synergy or as complementary to the homeopathic medicines.
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What do I need to know about taking medicines if I have acute renal failure?

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What about taking it with other medicines?

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Some medicines can change the way Viagra works. Tell your doctor about any medicines you are taking. Do not start or stop taking any medicines before checking with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes prescription and nonprescription medicines or remedies. Remember, Viagra should never be used with medicines that contain nitrates (see Who should not take Viagra). If you are taking a protease inhibitor, your dose may be adjusted (please see How much Viagra can I take).
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Is it safe to mix ColicCalm with other medicines or products that baby is taking?

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As with all medications, it is important to ensure that your doctor is aware of the use of this product. Always check with your doctor if your baby is taking other medications or is being treated/has been treated for serious health concerns. Follow instructions on dosage amounts. Standard warnings are indictated on both box and bottle label. Keep out of the reach of children. As with all medications, ensure that your doctor is aware of the use of this product.
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Can you use a sunbed during pregnancy?

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During pregnancy women porduce a hormone with a pigment-activating effect (chlasma). Some pregnant women therefore react differently to solar radiation than they would normally do. Keep a close eye on the skin and avoid UV-radiation in case of hyper-sensitivity. Solar radiation is not harmful to the unborn child.
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How will the doctor be able to tell which pain medicines to use?

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Doctors and nurses will assess the type (acute or chronic and nociceptive or neuropathic) and the severity of pain before prescribing pain medication. Frequently, doctors or nurses will ask patients to rate their pain on a scale from 0 (no pain at all) to 10 (the worst pain imaginable).
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Is it safe to use Tums in addition to other heartburn medicines?

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If you are using another medicine for GERD, check with your doctor or the prescription label before taking Tums. However, it is safe to use Tums for acute heartburn attacks in conjunction with most proton pump inhibitors. In addition, you should talk to your doctor about other medicines you are taking, including antibiotics, before taking Tums.
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I am taking other hormone medicines-why do I need to take GH therapy?

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Depending on the cause of AGHD, many patients need to take other hormones. GH is produced by the pituitary gland-a small gland located at the base of the brain. This small gland is actually responsible for releasing and controlling many hormones in our bodies. Each of these hormones is released in tiny amounts into the blood stream. Once in the blood, each hormone travels to a different part of the body to perform a specific function.
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I normally take medicines. Should I crush them or stop taking them after surgery?

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Some medicines need to be stopped before surgery, and we will go over these. Some medicines will need to be changed, so have a complete list of your medications available. We will work with your primary care doctor to determine when you should restart some medications and in what form. You probably will not need to restart medications for cholesterol or lipids after these surgeries, and we want these stopped at least a week before surgery (Lipitor, Pravachol, etc.).
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Will taking supplemental enzymes interfere with other medicines?

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Unless specified by your doctor, you may continue your supplemental enzymes, since they are organic products and are classified as food by the FDA. In a landmark decision on Friday, Jan. 15, 1999, the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia ruled that the health claim rules imposed by the FDA unconstitutional and in violation of the Administrative Procedure Act.
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What should I do about taking my regular medicines before surgery?

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You should consult your anesthesiologist and surgeon on which of your regular medicines to take prior to surgery. These physicians may also consult your regular doctor. In general, you will be advised to take most of the maintenance medicines that you are on. There are several types of medicines that you may be advised to hold for a period of time prior to surgery. These may include "blood thinners" such as coumadin or plavix.
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Will ZYBAN affect other medicines I am taking?

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ZYBAN may affect other medicines you're taking. While you are taking ZYBAN, it is important not to take other medicines that may increase the chance for you to have a seizure, because the combination with ZYBAN will further increase the seizure risk. Therefore, you should make sure that your doctor knows about all medicines, both prescription and over-the-counter, that you are taking or plan to take.
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Should I fast, or stop taking my medicines?

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The answer to this question depends on the instructions you have received from your physician. As a general rule, you should continue taking all prescription medications and note the drug, dosage, and date and time of the last dose on the test requisition. HEMEX has relationships with doctors from all over the world. If we know of a doctor in your area, we would be happy to provide you with names and telephone numbers.
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How long should I keep on taking these medicines?

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It is impossible to give a specific reply to this question. Herbal medicines can often be very effective in treating chronic conditions. Such conditions have often developed over a considerable period of time. Common sense would tell us that such conditions can not be successfully treated medically in a few days! If you have never tried a herbal medicine previously, a little patience initially is required.
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Will naltrexone affect other medicines I am taking?

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Naltrexone may affect other medicines you are taking. It is important not to take medications that act on the opioid system, such as morphine, codeine, vicodin, percocet, etc. Naltrexone may interact with those medications and may make them less effective. You should make sure that the study physician, Dr. Wilcox, knows about all medicines—prescription or over-the-counter—you are taking or plan to take.
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Can I use HUMIRA if I'm taking other medicines for my ankylosing spondylitis or other conditions?

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Yes, you can take other medicines if your doctor has prescribed them, or has told you it's okay to take them while you're taking HUMIRA. It's important that you tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking for other conditions (for example, high blood pressure medicine) before you start taking HUMIRA. You should also tell your doctor about any over-the-counter drugs, painkillers, herbal medicines, and vitamin and mineral supplements you're taking.
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Do naturopaths ever use the techniques or medicines associated with conventional medicine?

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Similar to Medical doctors, Naturopaths have their own pharmaceutical formulary which varies from state to state. Under New Hamphire’s law, Naturopaths are permitted to prescribe certain medication including; antibiotics, insulin, hormones, vaccines, and neutraceuticals. Additionally, Naturopaths are also trained in clinical physical diagnosis, lab analysis, and can perform physical examinations.
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Should I use the information in the movie to change the way I take my asthma medicines?

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No! This should not be done without the input of a physician or other licensed healthcare professional. The movie should be used for educational purposes only, and not as a guide for medical decisions. We believe that it will help people understand asthma better, and will allow them to ask better questions about asthma management.
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Will the doctor use medicines? What kind of medicines?

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If Medicines are necessary, they will be used with care by a child psychiatrist. The psychiatrist will pay attention to drugs that are approved for children of your child’s age. Such drugs are necessary in the treatment of severe disorders such as bi-polar disorder or schizophrenia.
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Is there any risk using Sugar relief in combination with other suppliments or medicines I am taking?

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ANSWER: There may be interactions between prescription drugs and herbs. If you are currently using a prescription drug you should consult your medical doctor or a naturopathic physician before taking Sugar Relief. Throughout history, all over the world, herbal medicines have caused relatively few harmful incidences when used intelligently and as recommended.
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