I've been taking Zythromax (spelling?) for 5 days now, tomorrow is day 6, and I still have the same symptoms I had when I started on them. WTH? Is this normal? Do I need some harsher antibiotics?
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to me it just looks like u hav an infection which is resistant to this particular antibiotic, and u might need to change the drug.consult your doctor for further advice on which antibiotic to use.usually symptoms decrease in intensity within 1-2 days and vanish in 5-7.
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I started Wellbutrin XL a week ago and have been having side effects on and off. One day I feel great, the next day I feel lousy (both physically and emotionally). However, overall the side effects have been diminishing and my mood has improved slightly (though this could still be the placebo effect). As many others have commented, every medication affects people differently. \n\nOne important thing to remember is that Wellbutrin is an atypical anti-depressant, as it works on ONLY norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake. Many people in Yahoo answers have given differing responses as to the mechanisms for Wellbutrin. \nLexapro is an SSRI and works primarily on seratonin. \n\nThis is an educated guess, but most likely your symptoms are a result of your withdrawal from the Lexapro rather than your new Wellbutrin regimen. SSRI's (Lexapro, Celexa, etc) tend to have relatively severe withdrawal symptoms in a great number of individuals. Nonetheless, Wellbutrin has also been known to cause many of the symptoms you've described, so that's probably an added factor.\n\nMy advice is to stick out the Wellbutrin. It is NOT advisable to skip doses of anti-depressants. If after another two weeks you continue to have unbearable side-effects, you should then consult your doctor about trying a new medication. \n\nAs always, the advice of your doctor should be followed first and foremost. However, I will say that many general practitioners are NOT aware of much of the literature published on these drugs. Doing your own research on these medications is highly advisable.
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Yes I was on zoloft for 3 weeks.  Personally I hated the drug, not only did I twitch, I vomited, was a walking zombie, acting like I had Alzheimers.  I would stare at the tv with no sound going lost in space.  God , I hated that drug.  I even would call my husband and talk no sense to him, like I was hallucinating. \nEvery drug affects everyone differently though, I do know I could not take it after 3 weeks, My doc took me off and put me on Lexapro.  No side effects so far after 4 weeks.  My body must like it.  \nIf that twitching becomes too bothersome let your doc know. That is why you pay them.\nGood luck with that drug, personally I hated it.
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had the same prob years ago, the antibotica was working for me 2 days i tooked the first one a little. amazing but true, i was totally ok after 11 days!!!\n\ngood luck and my best regards;\n\nLucy
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I suffer from various allergies to almost all antibiotics including ciprofloxacin ("Ciproxin"). I got dizzy, drowsy, and eventually throw up what feels like bricks on that stuff. Afterwards I felt nauseous for about an hour.\n\nSure, most antibiotics can cause drowsiness. They usually talk about heavy machinery and driving. If you do suffer an unusally bad reaction then you should reconsult with your doctor to find a less reactive medication.\n\nWhenever you start any new antibiotic medicine you should wait 1-2 hours before doing anything potentially dangerous. It could save your life. Some people may be fine until they reach a certain age and then *BAM* they're allergic. So, even if you've taken penicillin all your life you may find one day that it makes you really ill. Of course, drinking alcohol and taking antibiotics is also a no-no because it not only reduces the effectiveness but again it can cause seriously bad reactions. If you're taking anything else along with it you should always mention that to the doctor because they can look up known drug interactions and change your medication accordingly.
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PLEASE talk to your doctor ASAP or contact the hospital, for advice, while it maybe normal to feel a little weird when starting a new medication, it is not normal to feel faint, tingly, heavy chested and wanting to  or falling into a deep sleep.\n\n\nAtenolol may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:\n\ndizziness\nlightheadedness\ntiredness\ndrowsiness\ndepression\nupset stomach\ndiarrhea\n\nSome side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:\n\nshortness of breath\nswelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs\nunusual weight gain\nfainting\n\n\nI don't wish to alarm you but I has a similar experience with another  drug, and at the time I had no idea that I had a major allergic reaction, all similar to the symptoms you have described. I eventually passed out, (no one could wake me, and I was barely breathing) in the middle of my 40th birthday party (not one drop of alcohol, passed my lips). But I seriously did not think it was all that serious until, I spoke to my doctor the next day. \n\nSo do speak to some one sooner rather than later.
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this is normal OK?  It's what happens when you miss a dose of efexor, I've been on it a while and I still forget now and then, and the feelings are exactly as you describe.  \n I don't know if you take the 150 mg all at once or do you take two 75 mgs at different times?  I tend to ask for mine to be prescribed in 75 mg doses, that way if I do miss one I know I can take a 75 mg as soon as I start getting those brain zaps and that alleviates the rest of the symptoms.\n  As long as you take the required dose it should be OK to take it earlier than normal, but don't take double.  The feelings will go once the efexor takes effect, normally within twenty to thirty minutes. :)
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She is on the exact medication she should be on.  It does cause nausea, but don't stop the medication.  They usually give this medication at the most in three or four pills.  Please urge her to tell her partner because men pass this on the women, and vice versa. Men usually don't have symptoms from it. My husband kept giving me this and he had to take Flagyl too.  When we divorced, I never got another infection.  I had what was called Trichomonas.  Stay on the meds.  I can't stress that enough.  If she doesn't, she will not be cured from this infection.
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My friend was in  inpatient treatment and took Topomax, he described feelings of rage adn anger.  He said he thought he was going to explode.   My friend is mid mannered, smart and kind.  Go figure.  Maybe there is something to what you are saying.\n\nSOmeone wrote in on a board:           * comments: We tried topamax as a replacement for the Carbatrol because Carbatrol causes overweight. After the 2nd week on topamax Lucas began going into extreme physical rages, striking out at his family and surroundings. We have since taken him off from topamax, and now after about 3 weeks the anger problem is gone. Will meet with Doctor again in 2 weeks.\n\nMakes you wonder....\n\nI hope he feels better.
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You have used that treatment just  one week only . Sometimes treatments can make reactions .So you should carry on using that treatment.Be patient!
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Stop using it and ask your doctor.  That doesn't sound normal.  If Nasonex is for clearing your nasal passages, it wouldn't make sense for it to clog them up with blood.
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I tried Zantrex a year and a half ago and it worked perfectly.  It's loaded with caffeine or some kind of stimulant and you might feel jittery at first but it subsides.  The trick is too eat when you take it, if you dont eat anything you will be sick to your stomach and feel terrible.  \n\nI tried it because my friend's doctor actually recommended it to her as an alternative to prescription diet pills, so, I figured it was safe. Like I said it worked great, I lost about 10-12 pounds really fast and then stopped taking it.  I've gained only a little of it back, but I know its because of my terrible eating habits- I eat fast food everyday and never work-out. With any diet pills or diet plan you do have to make some kind of life style change if your going to quit and expect to keep the weight off.
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I took it but did not get that reaction at all.  Instead, I felt a little weird in the head and kinda shaky.  I stopped taking them because after a few days, it started upsetting my stomach and causing me to have painful BM.  (IF anything, I had more energy).\n\nEveryone reacts differently to medications.  Report your symptoms to your doctor (make sure the doctor gets the info and not the nurse).  You can also go on Medline and type Mobic and it should give you the side effects.  It is a very good anti-inflammatory but does not work for everyone.
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This is such a coincidence! Saturday, after a day at the swimming pool I came home with a fever! I had nbo idea what was wrong with me because I had no stomach pains, no kidney problem, nothing out of the ordinary but the throbbing headache.\n\nSo I took a nighttiime tylenol and took a short nap, then at night I took another one and went to sleep. I woke up better , with no fever nor headache. It was weird! Today I feel totally better.  HAPPY MONDAY! \n\nGO USA! (My team, USA, is playing in the world cup, I hope we win!)
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you sound alot like me.  i wake up in the am sick to my stomach.  i live in constant fear something really bad is going to happen & also am weird about traveling etc.  i believe zoloft chaned my life.  i'm more relaxed & normal now w/ no weird side effects.
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Hi i've been on and off it for 2 years,\nFirstly what form is it in,is it modified release or is it a small white tablet.\nWhat strenght is it in mgs.\nCan you add some more details please.\n\nFor me 37.5 mgs [little white one] made me a sick as a dog,I'd feel sick-Nauseous and extremely tired.\n\n75 mgs modified release is the capsule.\nIt gives you the 'jitters' but they wear off after a few week.Do not drive within the first week-They make you grind your teeth and you can't sleep.\nAfter 4 weeks,you will feel better and gain some energy and strength.They are brill after a few weeks.\n\nA word of advice-Never ever stop suddenly taling Venlaflaxine.You will be ill,sick and almost delireous.You will have the worst 72 hours ever with severe depression.You have to be weaned off it slowley by your GP reducing the dose.\n\nGood luck.
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I've never heard of such a reaction with antibiotics.  It doesn't even make sense for such a reaction to occur.  It's weird.