Is there a generic for Fosamax ?
Answer: Yes, generic alendronate (Fosamax) was approved in February 2008. There are two manufacturers: Teva Pharmaceuticals and Barr Labs. Ask if your pharmacy has it in stock.
Ask an Expert: Debra Gardner PhamD, Pharmacy and Medications
Dilantin and colbozam add stress/depression
Question: The seizure info is great, but medicinal info is hard to find that is from an expert. I personally take dilantin 200ml am and 200 ml pm & 10 ml colbozam. I find myself forgetful and increased paranoia. Blood monitoring has been steady for 2 mos. I have a family to support and know that even with . . .
Answer: "Forgetfulness" or cognitive difficulties in general can sometimes result from these medications, but keep in mind seizures can contribute as well to this problem. I would find the paranoia to be less likely related to the medication. A different anticonvulsant(s) as an alternative might be hel . . .
Ask an Expert: Nicholas Votolato RPh BCPP, Pharmacy and Medications
Indapamide or ditide
Question: I am takinh Indapapmide 1.5 SR However I consulted internist who suggested to take cheaper Ditide (Benzthiazide-25 + Triamterene-50 mg) My question is
What is the difference between Benzthiazide and Hydrochlorothiazide ?
Why he suggetsed to take Ditide 1/2 tablet in staed of full.
. . .Answer: First, benzthiazide and hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) are similar medications. They are both members of a class of medications called "thiazide diuretics". They both work in your kidney to increase water removal from your body and thus exert their anti-hypertensive effects.
As for why your inte . . .Ask an Expert: Carmen Hadley RPh, CSPI, Pharmacy and Medications
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