how many here are on it?

I'm on 3, I take a muscle relaxent 3 times a day, another one that's like a "boost" for it 2 times a day, and my uroligist has me on 1 that I take before I go to bed to prevent-you know (hey; I don't mind saying I have trouble with that-it's an unfortunate part of my condition in some people)

As a panic disorder sufferer, I have to take meds three times a day.

I can't believe that just five years ago, I took only one medication. Now, forget it. I'd prefer not to say, but my how times have changed.

1 pill a day for high blood pressure.

1.Ranitidine for acid reflex,but they got me on another pill for that
2.Metformin for Diabetes
3.Alloprinol for gout which is a life saver.
4.Lunesta-Sleep
5.Cyclebnzapr muscle relaxer don't take any more
6.Amlodipine7.Lisinopril??
8Lipitor.


my insurance pays and I'm thankfor that total cost for the mesd at the end of the yr is $10.642

I can't believe that just five years ago, I took only one medication. Now, forget it. I'd prefer not to say, but my how times have changed.
well, Janice, 6 years ago I didn't take any medication.

i have never taken a pill in my life, not even aspirin. once i got bitten by a spider, my arm swelled up and turned purple, the doctor gave me a shot. then rubbed some kind of cream on my arm and gave me a bottle of pills.he told me to take one a day. when i got home i emptied the pills into the toilet and watched them grow to the size of golf balls. im glad i didnt put them in my stomach. the arm cleared up after a couple of days anyway. i just dont trust quacks.

I dont take anything. Im supposed to take iron for my anemia, but Im a rebel.

Enbrel, methotrexate, Celebrex and prednisone for Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Allopurinol for gout.

Atenolol for high blood pressure.

Trazodone for anxiety and insomnia.

Folic acid to offset some of the side effects of those mere.

I'm also prescribed hydrocodone (vicodin) for pain, which I don't take on a daily basis.

I take an allergy pill and nose spray once a day. I'm currently not on one right now, but a few times a year I take meds for sinus infections. Then Every night before I go to bed and before I go around anything that I am allergic to I have to use my inhaler. Sometimes when I get chest colds I have to use my inhaler a few more times through out the day.

No, but I wonder if I should take one for anxiety/depression?:confused:

I take generic Fioricet for my migraines. I take it when I feel one coming on.

This might be good to know for those on these medications.

link (http://www.click2houston.com/health/28673507/detail.html)

Big-Name Drugs To Go Generic
By Aaron Cooper CNN

Posted: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 Updated: 8:32 am CDT July 27, 2011

(CNN) -- Some of the most popular prescription drugs are about to get a lot cheaper. According to the mail-order pharmacy Medco, at least 22 prescribed medications may be available as generics in the next year. When drug companies develop a drug the FDA usually grants them exclusive rights to market that drug for a set period of time. When those rights expire, other companies can make the exact same drug. Since there is competition, the generics are cheaper. The FDA says the regulations are "designed to promote a balance between new drug innovation and generic drug competition."

Medco compiled a list of drugs and when they are expected to become public.
Among major drugs on the list for the next year:

Lipitor, a popular cholesterol drug, goes generic in November.
Solodyn, used to treat bacterial infections, November.
Zyprexa, which treats schizophrenia, October.
Lexapro, used to treat depression, March
Provigil, which treats sleep problems, April
Plavix, an antiplatelet drug which can prevent blood clots, May.
Singulair, an Asthma drug, August 2012.

Drugs becoming available as generics can save patients a great deal of money. CNN called local pharmacies across the country to get an idea of how much a 30-day supply of some of these brand-name prescriptions cost. 20mg Lipitor is nearly $186, 75mg Plavix runs $215 dollars, 10mg Singulair is $182 dollars and Zyprexa runs more than $400 dollars for a 30-day supply of the 5 milligram dosage.

There's no clear indication how much cheaper the generic versions of the drugs will be, but for comparison the well-known depression drug Prozac became generic 10 years ago. Now it sells for less than $16 dollars for a one-month supply. Patients taking brand-name medications that won't go generic for years may also be able to save money. Often there are similar drugs that, while not being exactly the same, may work for you. For example, patients taking a drug like Lipitor can ask their doctor if a cheaper cholesterol-lowering drug is an option. Lovastatin sells for four bucks a month, and though different from Lipitor might work for some patients.

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I am currently taking something for high blood pressure and I dont like it. :mad:


Also recently found it out its hereditary. My mother takes meds for high blood pressure and so did my grandmother. Hopefully its temporary.

I think I'm on around 10. I get them weekly now, since Iv'e tried overtaking them so many times. My mom has to lock them up from me so I don't purposely overtake. I take them for anxiety, severe depression, agoraphobia, borderline personality disorder, (Whatever that is lol) ADD, severe OCD, panic disorder, and severe insomnia. Personally, I don't think I have all of these, but the doctors seem to think so. I don't trust them.

Fortunately, I don't take or require any medication.

I do take vitamins, though.

Only some prescription ointment for mild psoriasis on my elbows. Nothing else yet. Although when I had polydipsia my doctor was going to prescribe Metformin if my A1C (blood sugar) came back at 7.0 or more.

Because it came back in the low 6's we decided on diet and exercise. Since then I lost about 38 lbs. and watched what I ate. Since then I've been in the upper 5's - which is good glucose control for a (pre) diabetic - but still higher than a normal person's.

So for now, anyways, just the ointment.

I think I'm on around 10. I get them weekly now, since Iv'e tried overtaking them so many times. My mom has to lock them up from me so I don't purposely overtake. I take them for anxiety, severe depression, agoraphobia, borderline personality disorder, (Whatever that is lol) ADD, severe OCD, panic disorder, and severe insomnia. Personally, I don't think I have all of these, but the doctors seem to think so. I don't trust them.

I have mild agoraphobia. The wide open spaces bother me. Traveling bothers me on rare, rare occasions, but neither one of these is to the point where I have to take anything for it.

I have mild agoraphobia. The wide open spaces bother me. Traveling bothers me on rare, rare occasions, but neither one of these is to the point where I have to take anything for it.

Glad to hear that Lisa. Not you having mild agoraphobia, but the fact that you don't have to take meds. I'm seriously considering getting off, because I think the side effects are more unbearable then how I felt before I was on any meds. Not to mention the fact that many years have already been taken off my life because of the damage it's doing to my liver. Going up to 7 days without eating makes the situation worse since taking meds without food causes more liver damage, much like alcohol. I'd definitely be better off without, or atleast taking less.

Glad to hear that Lisa. Not you having mild agoraphobia, but the fact that you don't have to take meds. I'm seriously considering getting off, because I think the side effects are more unbearable then how I felt before I was on any meds. Not to mention the fact that many years have already been taken off my life because of the damage it's doing to my liver. Going up to 7 days without eating makes the situation worse since taking meds without food causes more liver damage, much like alcohol. I'd definitely be better off without, or atleast taking less.

It's not recommended to stop taking prescribed medications cold turkey. Also it's best to check with your doctor before you stop taking medications. It's a shame that the medications are causing liver damage, but I'm guessing your doctor must feel that the medications are a good idea or he/she wouldn't have you take them. That's good that the medications are locked up so you're not tempted to take more than you're supposed to. It's important to eat also. Going seven days without food can be dangerous.

I'm not judging you, I'm just giving my opinion.

It's not recommended to stop taking prescribed medications cold turkey. Also it's best to check with your doctor before you stop taking medications. It's a shame that the medications are causing liver damage, but I'm guessing your doctor must feel that the medications are a good idea or he/she wouldn't have you take them. That's good that the medications are locked up so you're not tempted to take more than you're supposed to. It's important to eat also. Going seven days without food can be dangerous.

I'm not judging you, I'm just giving my opinion.

It's all good Jen, no worries. Thanks for the friendly advice. :) Yeah, Iv'e know that for over 10 years now. The pain from withdrawing from so many meds can't even be explained. Out of body experiences, being dragged down to hell, etc, and I'm only touching on the mental pain. Iv'e been dealing with this racket for so many years that sometimes I feel like I'm a doctor with all that I know. lol Sometimes I have to remind the doctors of what they're trying to explain to me, and I'm not even exaggerating. lol

Glad to hear that Lisa. Not you having mild agoraphobia, but the fact that you don't have to take meds. I'm seriously considering getting off, because I think the side effects are more unbearable then how I felt before I was on any meds. Not to mention the fact that many years have already been taken off my life because of the damage it's doing to my liver. Going up to 7 days without eating makes the situation worse since taking meds without food causes more liver damage, much like alcohol. I'd definitely be better off without, or atleast taking less.

Lol, yeah, I figured it wasn't for the having agoraphobia. Honestly though, you're the first person I know that has it besides me. No one I know at school has it. They know I have it because I freaked out during camp one time when we walked across this huge open field. Jw though, if you don't mind me asking of course, how bad was yours before the meds?

Lol, yeah, I figured it wasn't for the having agoraphobia. Honestly though, you're the first person I know that has it besides me. No one I know at school has it. They know I have it because I freaked out during camp one time when we walked across this huge open field. Jw though, if you don't mind me asking of course, how bad was yours before the meds?

Well, I had to dropped out of the 8th grade because of it, and I was housebound for ten years or so. Didn't go for drives, didn't go to any stores, took just about everything in me just to go to my bro's wedding, and that's when I was on meds. Basically I only went outside about two or three times a week at 2:00 am. Hence my original username, mdntrider7. Would ride my bike all over town. Those were some awesome nights. All the cops around here pretty much know me on a first name basis, we even shoot the breeze sometimes, and one of them who is a fellow Christian, I will occasionally go out for coffee with at 3:00 am. Many of the cops are A-holes, but most of them are pretty cool. Never went out in daylight, so yeah, I have a pretty extreme case. And you know what, you're the only person I know who has it too. lol. Tomorrow I'm suppose to go to my nieces ist birthday party, but I'm going to have to wait and see how I feel. I'm sure I'll force myself regardless of how I feel. Her first birthday is important, so I want to be there. If it becomes to unbearable I'll just take the bus home. My bro and Melissa are very understanding. There will be lots of people their that I don't know. I might contact you when I'm having rough days to get a bit of encouragement if you don't mind. And you can do the same with me, if you're ever struggling. :) Below is a pic of Cyndel, my bro, and Melissa, and the other is my mom with a tired Cyndel in her arms. I'm blessed with an awesome, and beautiful family. I thank God multiple times throughout the day. I'm SUCH a lucky man! I love Cyndel so much! :)

Well, I had to dropped out of the 8th grade because of it, and I was housebound for ten years or so. Didn't go for drives, didn't go to any stores, took just about everything in me just to go to my bro's wedding, and that's when I was on meds. Basically I only went outside about two or three times a week at 2:00 am. Never went out in daylight, so yeah, I have a pretty extreme case. And you know what, you're the only person I know who has it too. lol. Tomorrow I'm suppose to go to my nieces ist birthday party, but I'm going to have to wait and see how I feel. I'm sure I'll force myself regardless of how I feel. Her first birthday is important, so I want to be there. If it becomes to unbearable I'll just take the bus home. My bro and Melissa are very understanding. There will be lots of people their that I don't know. I might contact you when I'm having rough days to get a bit of encouragement if you don't mind. And you can do the same with me, if you're ever struggling. :) Below is a pic of Cyndel, my bro, and Melissa, and the other is my mom with a tired Cyndel in her arms. I'm blessed with an awesome famiuly. Thank God multiple times throughout the day. I love Cyndel so much! :)

Wow, that sounds rough. And yeah, I would be more then happy to give you some encouragement. I understand that it is needed at times. And thank you, with college visits and such coming up, I'm sure that I'll need it.

Aww! Your niece is adorable! I would find it hard to miss her birthday too. Don't worry though, I'm sure you'll get through it.

Viagra. It actually works, and sometimes it really comes in handy, but those four-hour erections are kind of annoying.

To be honest with you Lisa, it's actually not too bad most of the time. Stuff that use to bother me, is nothing anymore. Iv'e got God, an amazing family, and the best friends one could ever hope for. Iv'e got nothing to complain about. I'm the happiest now then Iv'e been in years, even with everything that's going on. Iv'e got God back in my life, so I can get through ANYTHING. Thanks again Lisa, you're sweet! :)

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Tylenol Maker Announces New, Lower Dosing
By Saundra YoungCNN

Posted: Thursday, July 28, 2011
Updated: 6:37 pm CDT July 28, 2011

(CNN) -- The manufacturer of Tylenol announced new, lower dosing instructions for the painkiller on Thursday in an effort to reduce accidental overdose from acetaminophen, the product's active ingredient. McNeil Consumer Healthcare, a division of Johnson & Johnson, is recommending the maximum dosage for extra strength Tylenol be lowered to six pills - or a total of 3,000 milligrams (mg) a day, down from eight pills or 4,000 mg which is the current maximum daily dose.

"Acetaminophen is safe when used as directed," said Dr. Edwin Kuffner, vice president of OTC Medical Affairs and Clinical Research at McNeil Consumer Healthcare. "But, when too much is taken, it (overdosing) can cause liver damage." According to McNeil, acetaminophen is in more than 600 over-the-counter and prescription medications including common pain relievers and fever reducers like NyQuil, Sudafed and Percocet. The company hopes the new label revisions will help consumers use the drug appropriately.

"Some people accidentally exceed the recommended dose when taking multiple products at the same time, often without realizing they contain acetaminophen or by not reading and following the dosing instructions," Kuffner said. "McNeil is revising its labels for products containing acetaminophen in an attempt to decrease the likelihood of accidental overdosing in those instances."

The new labels will appear on extra-strength Tylenol products starting in the fall. The company also plans to lower the maximum daily dose on regular strength Tylenol and other adult products containing acetaminophen starting in 2012. McNeil says it is working with other acetaminophen manufacturers to make sure its products have similar instructions. In January, in an effort to reduce the risk of liver damage, the Food and Drug Administration asked companies that make prescription products with acetaminophen to limit the amount of the drug to 325 mg per pill and place a boxed warning on all packaging.

The FDA knew of McNeil's plan and said the change falls within the draft plan for acetaminophen, said agency spokeswoman Sandy Walsh. "We have stated in many public forums that lowering the maximum daily dose of acetaminophen is a step that will facilitate the safest use of this important medicine." Acetaminophen is one of the most widely used painkillers in the country. McNeil says more than 50 million Americans use the drug on a weekly basis. According to the National Institutes of Health, symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, extreme tiredness, sweating, loss of appetite, unusual bleeding or bruising, yellowing of the skin or eyes and stomach pain.

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I take 300 milagrams of Trileptal. It is a perscribed medication and what is suppose to do is keep my seizures under control. I take six and a half pills of this everyday.

By the way, I was only joking about Viagra. I just couldn't pass up an opportunity to make a joke about a four-hour erection! :crazy: