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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Can Mucinex DM Cause False Positive Drug Tests?
I took two Mucinex DM this morning without thinking and I have a drug test on Thursday for a new job. Will Mucinex DM show up and give me a false positive or will I be okay? more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Does Drinking Milk With Advil (Ibuprofen) Help Reduce Nausea?
I am taking ibuprofen 800mg and it makes me nauseous. I was reading that taking it with a glass of milk will prevent nausea. Is there something in milk that prevents nausea and will it affect the medi... more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Decongestant Options For Sinus Infection
I recovered from COVID but my doctor fears that I developed sinusitis, so they prescribed amoxicillin (750 grams x 3/day for 5 days). I need to clear my nasal passage in the evening for sleeping. Deco... more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Taking NyQuil With Benzonatate
I took a prescription cough suppressant my doctor prescribed, benzonatate, 200mg about 4-1/2 hours ago. I would like to now take 30ml of NyQuil severe cold & flu for the rest of the symptoms. Will the... more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Can You Crush Metformin?
I'm diabetic and take metformin. The tablets are really large, so I'm wondering if I can crush them and take them that way. more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Does Imodium Interact With Metoprolol?
I take metoprolol tartrate 25 mg twice a day. Can I take Imodium for a stomach bug while being on the metoprolol? I take the metoprolol for a rapid heartbeat. more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Missed Second Shingrix Shot: What To Do
I had one shot of Shingrix back in February of 2018. Do I need to re-do the 1st shot or can I just get the second one and call it good? more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Tylenol Arthritis Vs. Tylenol Extra Strength: What Is The Difference?
What is the difference between Tylenol 500mg and 650 mg? Which is extra strength? I know there is a 'Tylenol Arthritis', but I'm not sure what it is. more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Is Benadryl Safe With Children's Cough DM (Dextromethorphan)?
Can Children Benadryl be taken with Children's Cough DM? more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Suboxone Early Fills In New York
My wife has a prescription for Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) 2mg, which she takes daily. NYS laws restriction is for every 30-day refills. However, it also states that no more than 7 days should b... more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Cold Medications To Avoid While Taking Adderall
I have been prescribed 20 mg of Adderall twice daily and I have a cold. I want to take over-the-counter medicine for the cough. However, I've been reading it's not good to mix these types of medicatio... more ...
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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Can You Get Shingrix And The COVID Vaccine Together?
I got my first shot of Shingrix a few months ago and am due for my second dose. However, I am also eligible for my COVID booster vaccine (Moderna) and I wanted to know if I have to space the two immun... more ...
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