I need to know what the Seroquel is for and what the XR means. My doctor prescribe me 1 tablet seroquel 300mg xr at the evening but I couldn't find the 300mg so I have the 100mg, 3 instead 1.
Dr. Feras Mahdi,
Internal Medicine
- XR stands for extended release....which means the tablet is designed so that the active ingredient slowly releases...thus increasing its active time in the body and decreases number of doses. If ... Read More
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I'm experiencing some dizziness, not sure if it's due to my anxiety or the side effect of the drug until my body adjusts to it.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- It could be either. If you're concerned about this dizziness interfering with your daily activities, please refer to your treating physician as you may need dose adjustment or switching to a diff... Read More
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I am on seroxat 25 mg. When I'm under stress, I always have dizziness and lightheadedness. I also have depersonalisation and derealization. Is dizziness caused by the anxiety? How to overcome the dp?
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- Hello, yes anxiety can cause physical symptoms. There are several ways to overcome those: 1- increase the dose of seroxat AFTER discussing it with your doctor, 2- start psychotherapy and/or 3- do a c... Read More
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How many weeks does zelax take to work ?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Zelax (escitalopram)can take a week or two after starting treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before the full benefit is noticed. Do not discontinue treatment, feeling discou... Read More
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Does zelax act like zoloft ? does it treat depression ? for how many months should I use zelax? for how many hours does its effect persist? Does its effect stay in the morning if taken nyt before?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Zoloft (sertraline hydrochloride) and Zelax (escitalopram) are both selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) with different treatment indications.
Zoloft is indicated for the treatment of:
-maj... Read More
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Is wellbutrin available in Lebanon? Or does it have any generic available here. I read about it being effective for ADHD
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Wellbutrin (bupropion) is used in the treatment of ADHD in adults, either alongside or instead of stimulants, which are the mainstay of therapy for this disorder. Antidepressants which target the brai... Read More
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Can propanolol relieve anxiety and if used once. should continue for life ?
Dr. Rania Mousa,
General Medicine
- Propranolol hydrochloride blocks the effects of certain chemicals in the body. It can be used to reduce heart rate, to help the heart beat more regularly, to reduce the heart's work and to lower ... Read More
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Does the following medicine have any side effects? Like depression? "Euro fer cf"
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Dr. Rania Mousa,
General Medicine
- NO '' EURO FER CF'' is an iron supplement doesn't cause depression .there is no relation between this medication and depression so you are worried about depression then there ... Read More
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I have gas problems, all doctors tell me I have a nervous stomach. I tried calms which relaxes the nerves but still whatever gives me gases. It's very annoying, any help?
Dr. John Gebrane,
Psychiatry
- Anxiety and stress can have a lot of ill effects on every body system. Stomach issues are common. There is an entity called IBS that is an example of that. It is important to treat the anxiety first.
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