is it safe to double over the counter medication recommended dose?
611163
So technically the dosages given are given are there to protect people. There will be poeple who can take double the dose with no bad effects. But then again there are people who would have bad reactions to the over the counter medications at the recomended dosage. There are many reasons why you might react to the medication including the state of ur liver and other organs. \n\nThe best thing to do is go to the doctor and see if there is any stronger or more effective medication that you can take taht will me safe for u (assessed by ur doctor)
389555
I would go to the pharmacy company's website to find out. If need be, call the doctor's office and find out. It doesnt hurt to ask.
836103
I was takeing it before for depression and anxiety and i found it really did work (espeically for my anxiety). Don't throw them away like some people suggest, those are just the ignorant ones that thinks it's a sin to give your body a little medical help, when there is absolutely nothing wrong with medication. Sorry about that, but you need to listen to whatever your doc said. Other than not changing your dosage w/out your docs permission and taken your meds at a constant time (like right before dinner every day so you don't forget a dose) and not taking them on an empty stomach (unless told to by your doc) there ain't to much. Don't mess with the dosage, don't skip days if possible, and don't stop taking them because you start to feel better, some ppl stop when they feel better and then they just go downhill. Just listen to your doc, he/she is a professional and knows what's best for you.
169755
I think that is going to vary greatly from person to person. It is usually a case of trial and error, depending on severity and other factors.  A person would first need to talk at length with their doctor in order to give the doctor an idea of which would be best to try first, and even when the right one is found, it might take a little while to get the dosage just right.
83457
Nooooo dunt do dat... ur gonna mak everything worst!! jus take one at a time... u dunt wanna get sick now!! theres alot of danger to doubling up on da pill!!! take one at a time...\n\n**LIL MISS VIXION**
1062489
i would definately ask your doctor about this. explain the process to him and maybe he can lower your meds to a safe, but still effective dosage. do u need really need this? have u done it before? like they said, its not meant to be done while on Rx drugs. it may render them ineffective.
838224
I would say that you should ask a doctor or find something that says that it is ok for you on the lable rather than trusting any medicine that somebody on here tells you.  But i guess you could ask a doctor or check the bottle of any suggestions you get.
542403
You should only take the amount proscribed by your doctor. Your doctor selected that dosage for a reason. A person can overdose on many drugs, not just the illegal ones.
928373
Your body will only absorb the amount it needs, anything extra\nwill be flushed out of your body, so you would be just waisting\nmoney taking 2. Why over due it?
1166020
Yes, you need a doctors prescription for prescribed medicines. You can ask the pharmacists for over the counter medicines that might work.
1086426
As a general rule, absolutely not. Ibuprofen can double the risk of heart attack, by itself (www.nzherald.co.nz/category/story.\ncfm?c_id=204&ObjectID=10384696), and acetaminophen is responsible for approximately 60,000 cases of liver toxicity, every year. Ad in another potentially toxic chemical, and your liver is really going to hate you.
771282
Talk to your doctor for a prescription....over the counter stuff could cause problems.
836996
Anything over 1000mg a day in pill form.
206537
Actually you should only have to take ONE.  Consult with several doctors before making any changes to your current medication, but I would say that less is better than more.
434130
i am a doctor and i can give u advice,but i wouldnt prescribe because the clinical picture can never be understood without actually examining a patient.\nthe advice is limited because the information u can provide is limited and also because it might vary in system depending on the country u r in and i m in.\nif u want to be treated for a problem, u will have to physically present yourself and online prescription is never going to be good or safe.\nchandan947@rediffmail.com
109566
Be very careful taking products like this.  Have you talked to your doctor?  Do it the safe way, under a doctor's supervision.
245537
Medication should always be taken as prescribed or as recommended on the bottle.  Do not ever exceed the recommended dosage without clearance first from your doctor.  Many medicines taken in excess can cause more harm than good.\n\nIf your medication isn't working, see your doctor.  He can prescribe something more potent where you can follow the recommended dosage without any harm to yourself.