What is the difference between an adverse drug reaction and a side effect?
Q. Aren't they just the same thing?
Asked by d18 - Tue Nov 11 15:30:53 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. An adverse drug reaction is your body reacting to the drug. A side effect is what the drug does to you rather than your body.
Answered by answer soon please - Tue Nov 11 15:36:15 2008

Which of the following is an example of an adverse drug reaction?
Q. a. A kitten that seems to recover from a disease with the aid of drugs b. A gerbil that responds positively to a drug that's been administered accidentally c. A puppy that receives dosage of an acknowledged chemical aid, only to be made fatally sick by that drug d. A primate that develops a minor skin rash as the result of a drug that otherwise helps its illness
Asked by KimberlyHeather - Wed Feb 10 15:09:13 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. C.
Answered by boogeywoogy - Wed Feb 10 15:10:47 2010

why do Antidepressants have an adverse drug reaction of Suicide?
Q. why do Antidepressants have an adverse drug reaction of Suicide?
Asked by Zubar S - Sun Jan 25 13:17:50 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. yes, some anti-depressants can have an adverse drug side effect of suicide. Ask your pharmacist or physician. You check PDR or google your medication for side effects if you are having suicidal thought call the crisis line or call your doctor right away
Answered by china doll - Sun Jan 25 13:22:50 2009

define a severe adverse drug reaction?
Q. define a severe adverse drug reaction?
Asked by rose r - Tue Dec 19 19:32:37 2006 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Well, could be hives or anaphylactic (airway swells shut, could die if not promptly treated with adrenaline). Other complications but not true "reactions" would be intestinal bleeding, or respiratory depression. It basically means your body just can't tolerate that drug for one reason or another.
Answered by limeyfan - Tue Dec 19 19:38:45 2006

What foods have and adverse reaction with the drug Concerta?
Q. What foods have and adverse reaction with the drug Concerta?
Asked by bubba'smawmaw - Tue Apr 11 23:21:03 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. concerta or 'ritalin' has no known adverse reactions to food, but a Dr. should be consulted if concerta is taken with certain antiseizure medications,antidepressan t drugs, blood thinners, clonidine, blood pressure medications, lamelin, & MAO inhibitors such as nardil & parnate, & finally, phenylbutazone. Good luck & be careful!
Answered by qats4u - Tue Apr 11 23:36:31 2006

How can the non-medical prescriber prevent adverse drug reactions?
Q. How can the non-medical prescriber prevent adverse drug reactions?
Asked by Debster - Mon Sep 8 06:19:48 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Deborah H, According to the World Health Organization's definition, an adverse drug reaction (ADR) is "any response to a drug which is noxious and unintended, and which occurs at doses normally used in humans for prophylaxis, diagnosis, or therapy of disease, or for the modification of physiological function." An adverse drug event (ADE) is "any injury resulting from medical interventions related to a drug" and includes both ADRs in which no error occurred and complications that result from medication errors. The term ADR implies that drugs are properly prescribed and administered and hence the reactions are difficult to prevent, their reduction depending on development of new and safer agents. In contrast, ADE s due to errors are by… [cont.]
Answered by matador 89 - Mon Sep 8 06:35:41 2008

Please explain information regarding steven's johnson syndrome related to adverse drug reactions.?
Q. I have periatol and temporal brain damage.
Asked by maribethwindancer@att.net - Thu Dec 11 20:46:26 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
Has anyone's child has any adverse reactions to the drug Singulair?
Q. Just curious about people's experiences with this drug My son has had some adverse reactions to this drug and wanted to know others' experiences with it.
Asked by kappgal - Mon May 18 20:41:42 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I took it for several years and had no problems but I did hear on tv awhile back that children were having a lot of reactions to Singulair.
Answered by Judie(((ST JUDE KIDS))) - Mon May 18 22:08:18 2009

Demerol has an adverse reaction with MonoamineOxidase-1GOS does the human body naturally produce similar?
Q. I am asking this because I was given Demerol and had a terrible reaction to it, and was wondering how this and other pain-killing drugs always have adverse affects in my body.
Asked by Randy - Sat Feb 16 00:28:54 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Through divine intervention, my friend...
Answered by Equibrilium - Sat Feb 16 21:56:13 2008

whats the difference between side effects and adverse reactions in drugs and what is a drug classification?
Q. whats the difference between side effects and adverse reactions in drugs and what is a drug classification?
Asked by calimija_619 - Sun Feb 22 23:58:01 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. "Side effects, precisely, are unwanted but natural and anticipated consequences of taking a particular medication. They can be, to a relative degree, inconsequential; or they may be serious and, therefore, require prompt attention. Adverse reactions are completely different; they are rare and unforeseen bodily responses. They can likewise be either insignificant or dangerous." Drug Classification: "Drugs are classified according to set criteria and fall into three specific areas: general, chemical, and therapeutic. General Drugs are grouped according to their source, whether animal, vegetable, or mineral in origin. Chemical Drugs are grouped by their chemical characteristics. Therapeutic (Pharmacological) Drugs are… [cont.]
Answered by cyphernon - Mon Feb 23 00:06:30 2009

Which section of the product insert gives info on incidence of insomnia after ingestion of drug?
Q. Indication Contraindication Adverse drug reactions Precautions
Asked by fedor E - Mon Nov 30 03:45:28 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Adverse drug reactions
Answered by Laikabeta - Wed Dec 2 00:40:16 2009

Why is it important for pharmacist to provide drug counseling to patients?
Q. a. to attempt to avoid any adverse reactions with another drug b. to avoid lawsuits from patients experiencing reactions to a drug c. to increase the effectiveness of the drug d. to explain antidotes for drugs with toxic effects
Asked by crismarie - Wed Sep 12 15:17:27 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. patients have a lot of questions while taking medications or some just have general questions of dietary issues amongst other things and the pharmacist pretty much translate complicated medical information into terms all can understand. a good pharmacist as well as good pharmacy counseling services are able to solve many of the problems/questions people have without information overload. most people want to know what the medication will do for them, how it works, what the possible short and long term effects on their body due to taking the medication. they would also like to know when they will be healthy enough to not be on the medication. so to answer your question all of the above... the pharmacist has a moral obligation to help… [cont.]
Answered by JESSIE - Wed Sep 12 15:46:50 2007

Has anyone had an adverse reaction to Claratin D?
Q. I have been taking it for about a month and a half and I'm worried that it will cause me future problems.I just dont wanna be one of those maintenance drug people. I have terrible headaches and so far this is the only thing I have found that helps. I even went through the deviated septum surgery. What a waste that was ! And not to mention very difficult and painful post surgical treatment.
Asked by david s - Wed Apr 25 21:20:30 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Claratin D is generally considered safe and many people take this medication for different reasons including allergies and sinus headaches. There are some patient populations that should not take the medication without a doctor's advice. This includes patients with high blood pressure, males with prostate problems, or patients with GI obstruction. This medication can cause an increase in blood pressure and heart rate. As with any medications there are always possible side effects. If you have concerns about any side effects or have any prostate, GI or cardiac conditions I would talk to your doctor. Otherwise I think this medication rather safe.
Answered by Luv - Wed Apr 25 21:36:24 2007

i take a pill for depression. when i have an adverse reaction my bf tells me to get over it. its just one pil?
Q. why so cold hearted? i didn't sleep the entire night, had a panic attack at 5 am, was barely able to drive to work...his response 'what's your problem; the drug should have already worn off. why this type of reaction. is he just an a-hole?
Asked by diamond girl - Wed Jun 10 12:38:57 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. He has a poor grasp of reality since pills can have very long lasting side-effects, especially antidepressants. Also, they don't make depression go away, they just make you unable to feel emotions properly so the best thing the pill can do is turn off a person's emotions - good and bad ones. I know people that have "felt no depression after taking the pills" but they also couldn't feel other emotions and told me they thought often of suicide and never had before taking them. Not trying to scare you, just looking out for you. Have you tried Saint John's Wort? It has been proven to work better than many anti-depressants with very few side-effects and it can be purchased at Walmart or many other places since it is all-natural. "John's wort ( [cont.]
Answered by Memento Mori - Wed Jun 10 12:56:14 2009

how does isoniazid causes hematologic dysfunction?
Q. as per drug information about isoniazid, some of its adverse drug reactions is agranulocytosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia. how can it cause these hematologic dysfunctions?
Asked by Ma. Theresa D - Mon Nov 17 08:33:18 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Generic name: isoniazid ( INH) brand name(S): Niazid INH; Isonicotinic Acid Hydrazide This medication is used to prevent and treat tuberculosis. Rarely, this medication has caused severe (sometimes fatal) liver problems (e.g.,fatal hepatitis) As with all drugs; it can cause enlargement of the liver or liver dysfunctions/problems. . This drug can cause hepatoxicity. One of the main functions of the liver is clearance of waste products, drugs, and toxins. . In addition, the liver metabolizes most hormones and ingested drugs to either more or less active products. Nearly all drugs are modified or degraded in the liver. In particular, oral drugs are absorbed by the gut and transported via the portal circulation to the liver. In… [cont.]
Answered by rosieC - Mon Nov 17 09:29:24 2008

What are some drugs with different reactions to different people?
Q. I am looking for a type drug or drugs that causes different adverse reactions on many different races. It's a paper for my school. Can someone help me with this, like the different reaction for the different races. what type of drugs, or send me to a website or something. thanks in advance.
Asked by Ilona - Mon Apr 20 16:28:11 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. All drugs can effect everyone differently
Answered by xoxo - Mon Apr 20 16:36:47 2009

Can I contest the Tier of a Tier 3 Drug?
Q. I have a medication that is tier 3 with my insurance. I pay $50 a month. There so called cheaper alternative, which is tier 1 generic, makes me vomit. Can I get my insurance company to charge me for only a tier 2 drug on the basis that I have an acute adverse reaction to the cheaper alternative?
Asked by Jens - Sun Mar 8 13:47:47 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
drug reactions blueberries fish?
Q. need a drug that has proven adverse reactions with fish, blueberries, and alcohol ...
Asked by David B - Sun Jun 10 00:01:53 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Why would you WANT to find a drug with adverse reactions? Without further information, I'm afraid you won't get much help on this one. Sorry.
Answered by CC - Tue Jun 12 00:22:15 2007

Adverse reaction to midazolam/versed?
Q. I had PTSD and dissociative amnesia from childhood sexual abuse, which was in remission for 4 years. I recently had a procedure with "conscious sedation" and was given midazolam, even though I requested not to be given it and explained that I have bad anxiety reactions to amnestic drugs. Since the procedure, I have developed PTSD again, panic attacks, depression and suicidal ideation due to the memory loss during the procedure. For me, not remembering means that I must have been tortured and violently raped. I understand that many people want to not remember hospital procedures, but I wanted to remember mine. For those of you who administer midazolam, is history of trauma considered before the decision is made to give the medication? … [cont.]
Asked by LS - Fri Jul 11 16:56:27 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Midazolam, is a benzodiazepin, a traqualizer, this agent has powerful anxiolytic, amnestic, hypnotic, anticonvulsant, skeletal muscle relaxant and sedative properties. I do not know exactly what happened when you were are the doc but one reason you were given the drug was maybe because they wanted to put you under hypnosis, of course, there is NO WAY you can remember that but it can help you to recall troubling events that can be relayed to the police. In cases of abuse, it is perhaps better that you do not remember as this would just potentiate you PTSD and cause a relapse. So this is a two fold reason. If you were fully conscious you would not be able to recall all the facts because many patients with PTSD dissociative amnesia, as you… [cont.]
Answered by Dr. Radan S - Fri Jul 11 19:37:29 2008

Drug warning for Collies - did you know that..........?
Q. I am sure most of you are aware of the adverse effects of Ivermectin and any associated products of the mectin family in collies, including Stronghold and Imodium. There have also been reported side effects of the painkiller Metacam, which has caused internal bleeding. 'Imodium Warning for Collies do not give collies imodium !! It s the brain barrier block, similar to giving them Ivermectin products (Heartgard 30). It is well known that Collies and related breeds can have adverse reactions to drugs such as ivermectin, loperamide (Imodium ), and others. It was previously unknown why some individual dogs were sensitive and others were not. Advances in molecular biology at the Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology Laboratory at Washington… [cont.]
Asked by jules77 - Fri Dec 28 17:00:23 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think all vets are aware of this. I know ours still uses Heartguard for many of them. The reactions are rare.
Answered by mama woof - Fri Dec 28 17:04:16 2007

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