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Accutane Side Effects - Lawyers and Settlements

Accutane is a form of vitamin A—isotretinoin—that was taken for three to six months to treat severe nodular acne. It worked by reducing the amount of oil released by the oil glands in the patient's skin. Accutane, manufactured by Roche Holding ...

Vitamin D as effective as vaccine in preventing flu - Food Consumer

One early study suggests that it is safe for schoolchildren to take 2,000 IU per day for a year without any noticeable side effects. Vitamin D is found only in a few foods including eggs and fatty fish like salmon. Because of this, this vitamin is ...

VITAMIN A - WebMD

Long-term use of large amounts of vitamin A might cause serious side effects including fatigue, irritability, mental changes, anorexia, stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, mild fever, excessive sweating, and many other side effects.

Terrific Anti-Ageing Vitamin but Which Medications ... - Associated Content

... above 1,000 milligrams a day - can interfere with vitamin K and possibly lead to haemorrhaging. With an increase in concern for developing skin cancer, and the fear of UV light exposure, individuals with darker co... Side Effects of Vitamin ...

VITAMIN D - WebMD

Vitamin D is LIKELY SAFE when taken by mouth in recommended amounts. Most people do not commonly experience side effects with vitamin D, unless too much is taken. Some side effects of taking too much vitamin D include weakness, fatigue, sleepiness ...

Hemorrhoid Symptoms Can Disappear With Proper ... - PRLog (free press release)

There is also natural hemorrhoid treatment that will give fewer side effects than other types of treatment. Herbs and vitamin can cure the disease without having to spend a lot of money on products that might not be designed to suit your condition.

Epidemic of Vitamin D deficiency sweeping the world - Natural News.com

... especially given that even vaccines don't work unless there is an immune response, and that immune response requires the presence of vitamin D! And while vaccine shots have undesirable side effects such as causing severe neurological damage in a ...

Be aware of vitamin overload - St. Petersburg Times

Not to mention cramps, nausea and diarrhea — the other potential side effects of taking several grams of vitamin C or more in a single day. The B vitamins are another good example. Consuming 500 milligrams a day or more of B6 (adults need 1.3 to 1 ...

People's Pharmacy: Complaints about adverse effects in ... - Seattle Times

Most of the adverse events involved a loss of response and additional side effects that did not occur with brand ... It seems living in the Pacific Northwest is a health hazard due to lack of vitamin D. Not only have I been diagnosed with low vitamin ...

Some studies indicate vitamin D may boost heart health - Deseret News

He recommends speaking to your physician about whether you need to take vitamin D and the appropriate dose depending on your blood levels, age, and risks. Although there are generally few side effects, he cautions that very large amounts can lead to ...

Open Question: I just started taking Biotin, but I'm a little iffy on some of the information I've read about it.?

I heard more positive reviews on Biotin when it was recommended to me so I went out and bought it. I've been taking the 5mg capsules for two days now, and I'm not really expecting to see results just yet. I recently heard that Biotin can cause facial hair and breakouts. I'm a little concerned, but I'm also thinking that these reviews are coming from people who don't drink enough water since it's a water soluble vitamin. What are your experiences with Biotin? Did you experience these side effects? more

Open Question: Quick Trim Extreme Burn reviews?

Kso, my mom bought me QT Easy Burn and I'm a little nervous. I'm starting tomorrow, and it's the 14 day thing but since I'm only 14 I'm only taking it 10 days. Luckily I have my mom to help me and make my meals and take me to the gym and such. I'm not nervous about slipping because I'm pretty disciplined and if I can lose my extra weight I will. I'm cutting off caffeine and basically anything fattening/with lots of carbs. I plan on drinking alot of water everyday, having my spaced out meals and going to the gym everyday, and before I go to bed I'm taking a vitamin. So please I don't need things saying I'm ridiculous. What I want to know is how it worked for you, your results/side effects and how much weight you lost. (: Thankss! more

Open Question: Vitamins to get rid of Depression?

Hello, I have been taking GNC Fish Oil (300mg x 3 a day), B-Complex 50 (1 a day), Vitamin D-3 (800 IU x 1 a day), and a Centrum Multi-Vitamin daily for a little over two weeks to lift my major depression I am experiencing right now but have had no relief so far. Am I doing something wrong? I really wanted to try a natural approach but I find myself tired, irritable, and frustrated each day still. Along with this I am spending more time outdoors and really trying to stay motivated. Should this have kicked in yet? It's so hard to live life like this. I took Effexor XR three years ago and it was so hard to wean off of that medication that I am really trying to stay away from other meds. I also suffer from Anxiety and panic attacks which makes me more sensitive to meds and I can hardly tolerate the side effects of any of the SSRI's. Any help is greatly appreciated!! 10 points to the best answer! more

Open Question: Biotin vs MSM for hair growth?

I took 2500mcg and 5000mcg of Biotin for about four months and wasn't seeing any growth results, but I was noticing healthier hair... and breakouts. I've been taking MSM for about three weeks now and can't say I see results just yet obviously because of the short time span, but I have witnessed the headaches which I read to be a side effect. I heard it's better to take these together but I hate breaking out and if my face breaks out it's not pretty, I would rather have the headaches. Have you seen visible results with either of these? Would I be better off with prenatal vitamins?Answer only if you've tried either of these supplements, positive or negative results more

Open Question: Excess intake of vitamins/minerals?

Do I need to worry about consuming too much of any specific vitamins or minerals? I know that there are side effects to having too much - but can I actually consume too much if I am only getting them from my food and not from supplements? I eat mainly wholegrain breads and cereals, fruits, veges, nuts, a little meat - I try to be healthy. I also eat nutrient-rich foods such as wheat-germ, molasses, etc.. So do I need to worry about having too much of any vitamins or minerals? What would the symptoms be if I was? Thanks for your help :-) more

Open Question: Should I go to the emergency room or am I over reacting?

I've been known to be a bit of a hypochondriac but I really think something might be very wrong here... I am a 23 year old female, not overweight, no serious medical conditions or anything like that. ( except panic attacks, anxiety) Well, I have been taking a dietary supplement called Jadera,(it came with a note that said to drink plenty of water and it was recommended to also take a potassium supplement) its mostly for cleansing your intestines and such and suppressing appetite. I've been taking it for over a month with absolutely no side effects, making sure to take the potassium vitamin and trying to drink plenty of water (I don't drink caffeine anymore) anyways...no side effects until 3 days ago whenever I would stand up I got really dizzy and felt faint, every single time I got up from sitting. I also have been having alot of leg pains and charlie horses in the night. Then yesterday it was the same but also felt tired all day and every once in a while i felt my heart palpitate. Today, I feel very tired, muscles feel like they are burning kind of like after a workout but they burn like that just from every day activities, my legs muscles burn just from walking, I have a headache, and heart has been rapid and palpitating all day. I researched low potassium levels and ALL of these go along with that but IU dont understand because I've been taking the supplement. I have eaten some high potassium fruit and I still don't feel better. My husband things I'm being a hypochondriac but I'm seriously afraid this is bad because all of the websites say to go to the emergency room! But instead I'm at work until 8 pm. am i exagerating? should I Just eat some bananas or is this serious?? more

Open Question: side effects of vitamin d deficiency?

Resolved Question: stinky diet... i need help!!!?

so i just changed my diet, i have eliminated all junk foods, all sodas, fast foods, and most red meats, i am eating 5 or 6 small square meals a day, and also cut out dairy, i started taking a multi-vitamin and working out 4 to 5 times a week, i feel great, have 100% more energy, and am losing weight... the only problem is this healthy diet has a nasty side-effect... bad gas... is there any natural supplement that i can take to help, or anyhting i can do? im desperate... more

Resolved Question: pee-u... smelly diet?

Voting Question: What foods should I avoid while taking Accutane?

I'm 17 and started taking Accutane about 2 weeks ago and am starting to feel the common side effects (dry lips and dry eyes). I realize that Accutane places alot of strain on your liver and have completely changed my diet so that I avoid foods with high cholesterol. But other than that, are their any other foods i should worry about? Should i decide to eat something solely based on whether it has high cholesterol only, or should i also take sodium, saturated fat, or Vitamin A into account? Also, is it normal to feel extra tired while on Accutane? I've been feeling extremely tired lately even though i've been getting 8 hours of sleep. i'm not sure if it's cause of the Accutane or cause of such a sudden shift in my calorie intake (i use to eat hot dogs and hamburgers during lunch and now i only eat fruit). Comments? Thanks! :) more

Resolved Question: Taking prenatals before pregnancy--what side effects can I expect?

Hello! I will be trying to conceive late this year and have started taking prenatal vitamins. I have noticed some changes in my body, is this normal and what else can I expect? Thanks!The major change I have notice is my boobs getting bigger. more

Resolved Question: Does a vitamin B deficiency occur when smoking pot?

Not only have I noticed that the detoxification cocktail is loaded with B vitamins almost exclusively, but the effects of smoking pot are similar to the effects of a vitamin b deficiency. Taking vitamin B can cure many of the side-effects of pot smoking. Are these things related? Does anyone else think this to be more than coincidence? more

Voting Question: can you have a side effect to certain vitamins?

B-complex 100 Zinc Picolinate 50mg L-Lysine 1000mg more

Resolved Question: 500 calorie diet but adequate amount of protein and vitamins?

If I were to go on a 500 calorie diet and take a lot of supplements,including those that contain a high amount of protein,would that reduce the negative side-effects of going on such a low calorie diet? I would pretty much be getting everything the body needs except for the recommended amount of calories. more

Open Question: Psychiatric Drugs: do they cause long term damage?

Hello I am a 21 year old female who was diagnosed with severe depression when I was 14. Since then I have been put on pretty much every prescription drug out there for depression and mood disorders, and had many side effects both severe and common. It became to where I was sent to last resorts, one being the ETC treatment. Even after it seemed like every pyschiatric doctor had only one suggestion: more drugs. The last straw that I drew the line and said no more was when they wanted to do a new procedure of vagus nerve stimulation (and install a microchip in my collar bone.) After all this I decided it had to stop, and I quit using any mental health drugs 5 months ago, (and sadly on the doctors behalf, it has made my depression much better xD) However awhile before that, I noticed my body seemed to develop an intolerance to oral drugs, and not just prescriptions but simple over the counter things like tylenol or even the average herbal vitamin. I was thinking maybe it had to do something with being drowned in drugs by my parents with what literally seems about 40 different psychiatric prescriptions over a course of nearly 9 years, I get this weird burning feeling in my chest and stomach whenever a simple pain or fever aid is intaken. I also believe I may have had some organ damage from taking a high dose of prescription adderall for 4 years. I don't know if this is the case, but it is really starting to make me worry because the weird burning and ill feeling still comes every now and then, and it really is a pain to handle and seems to be getting worse gradually. Does anyone know or have an idea if psychiatric drugs cause any long term or permanent damage to the body in this way? I'd really like to know, and if anyone has any answers please shoot... any and all anwers are appreciated ; ) **and for those of you that assumed, NO I was not a pill popper...every drug was precribed and horrible to intake on my behalf =0 more

Voting Question: Is it possible to overdose the %DV of vitamins strictly through food? If so, what are the side/effects?

I've started eating fruits and vegetables more often and found I Love the stuff. I tend to have a serving of green beans or mangoes (among others) with every meal. I'm wondering if I can go overboard with the healthy foods without knowing it? I do have a children's chewy multi-vitamin that I take some mornings with a v8, but that is only when I don't have time to squeeze in breakfast. All reasonable answers are welcome! Thanks for the replies! more

Resolved Question: Vitamin D deficiency..?

I had some blood tests done because I wasn't feeling myself. The doctor called me today and gave me the results. My Vitamin D was lower than it should be, don't remember how low, and my white blood count was low as well. She told me to take 1,000IU of Vitamin D3 once a day for a week and then come back next week to get more blood drawn to see where my levels are. I admit I don't eat very well, or at all, due to high amounts of stress. I was fine up until last week, then boom this happens. I know, how can a 23 year old be under so much stress? Believe me, it's there. I've read on quite a few websites that there are horrible side effects when taking this supplement, but their dosage was much higher (50,000IU/week). Will I experience any side effects with it only being 1,000IU? more

Resolved Question: What happens if you eat too much vitamin A?

For example, eating too many carrots and sweet potatoes a couple of times a week. It's a fat soluble vitamin so I didn't know if it built up? I know you can turn orange, but any major side effects if you eat like 3 cups of carrots a day and 2 sweet potatoes?I just naturally like them and it's the easiest vegetable to grab, so I eat more carrots. more

Voting Question: Which vitamin b help you stay force?

Does all vitamins b's help you stay force?What name brand should i get and why?Do they come with any side effects? thank. more

Resolved Question: losing weight is this healthy?

i'm 20 years old and 4'11 and weight 150 pounds and want to lose weight. I'm eating healthier and exercising more. I'm on Spectrum (birth control), one a day women and 2000 units of vitamin D by doctors order. I started taking green tea plus hoodia 315 mg 2 capsules twice a day. With me being so short is it still ok to take this much and what are the side effects of this pill? i need to lose 40 pounds because of my height. Does anyone have any other suggesting to losing weight besides doing what I am? more

Voting Question: Vitamin b5 after effects?

what could be the cause of a thick white coated tongue mainly at the back with whites down the sides along with flakey skin,dandruff,hair loss and a few other symptoms that occurred after i stopped taking high amounts of vitamin b5? more

Voting Question: I just received the smallpox vaccine, is there any vitamins that i could take to help?

the process... I mean its supposedly from what i was told could last up to 4-5 weeks with some pretty crappy side effects. So i thought maybe there might be supplements that might minimize some of these effects. Thanks for any help or suggestions. more

Voting Question: Is it safe to eat citrus fruit and vitamins while under medication?

My parents advise me to eat oranges and take multivitamins but I'm still taking amoxicillin (250mg) 3x a day and pronethazine dm syrup because I have a sore throat with cough. Are there any side effects if I'm going to take my parents' advise? -Many thanks to you. more

Voting Question: cortisone shots.im a 36 year old female weigh 120?

i recieved 8 months ago 19 shots at one time of cortisone in my foot as i had surgery afew years back.im now having vitamin d deficiancy and thyroid very low,when the doc gave me those shots he seemed very irritable i only weigh 120.19 seems like alot at one time and as i said im now having these problems does anyone one out there know if its normal to give 19 shots of cortisone at 1 time,and what are the side effects very upset and nervous please respond thank you much. more

Resolved Question: could i have overdosed on b5?

Hi i was taking 10 grams of vitamin b5 everday for a whole year for my acne,i stopped taking them several months ago and ever since ive been experiencing very bad side effects including flakey skin that just wont go away,dandruff,hairloss,nausea,constant tiredness,lower back pain,vivid dreams,paralysis and also my libido is none exsistant.Could you please tell me what it could be,im so worried. more

Resolved Question: How long will a fat soluble vitamin be in my system?

I took high doses of vitamin d3(health reasons). My level reached 118, which is about 50 points higher than recommended. I have stopped dosing all together for now, and plan on doing so until my level drops. I have noticed some side effects that are clearly due to the high level(no appetite, no energy, very low libido, etc.). When dosing with D3, you can expect your level to raise 10 points per 1000iu taken for 2 months. So if you have a level of 50, take 5000iu for 2 months, you can expect your level to be around 100. How long is it stored in the body? Is there any way to speed up the process? Since it is stored in fat cells, would physical activity break the fat down faster? more

Voting Question: Not sure if this is a side effect of coming off birth control or i might be pregnant I really need help?

I was on birth control for about four years and just came off of it at the end of August last year. I had periods every month though they werent the exact same length all the time (I have slightly abnormal periods but nothing too big btwn. 30-35 days usually). My last two periods were Nov.25 and Jan.2 now its Feb.26 and still nothing. I have been having lots and lots of unprotected sex using the pull-out method ever since Dec b/c my boyfriend and I moved in with each other then. I'm not NOT trying to get pregnant it really doesnt matter to me so please dont lecture me. Starting around the end of January i have noticed a big increase in cm, nausea all during the day (though this may be caused by some new vitamins I just started taking), a couple bouts of sharp cramping, horrible horrible teenage acne, extreme moodiness and back pain. i cant be sure when i ovulated and i've taken two hpt's both neg. im wondering should I wait it out and see if af comes or go to the doc and get a blood test. i feel this may be a side effect of coming off the pill but its already been 6 months. more

Resolved Question: ejaculation causing hormonal acne?

That's the issue, plain and simple. You may not believe it because it doesn't happen to you, or you might assume that I am religious and talkin smack about your favorite heathen activity behind closed doors, but that is not the case. I have noticed without fail that if I ejaculate, I can EXPECT acne, mostly and most severely, on my back within 1-5 days. If I Have sex more than once per week, the acne is larger and more painful, more inflamed. I'd like to be able to have sex with my girlfriend more often, without having to deal with this shit anymore. Anything I should try?? I've been taking 1x30mg zinc per day, 3 fish oil pills per day, 1 vitamin B100 complex. They help very minimally. I heard accupuncture can help regulate the hormones, but that is rather expensive. I will not consider accutane an option, the side effects are too severe and acne returns in most people that use it. Ugh any ideas??? Any doctors or dermatologists out there on these forums that have any clue as to what can be done about this?? Help! This sucks....OK. People. I'm not asking WHETHER THIS IS TRUE. I know it is true, FOR ME, through empirical evidence - experimentation. I am not religious, I am not anti-sex, I am not anti-masturbation. I love science, and I want to know the solution to this annoying problem THAT FEW (NOT ALL) GUYS EXPERIENCE. DO NOT REPLY to this question if your answer is "No it does not cause hormonal acne." You are simply wrong, because you are not qualified to answer this question. It does not happen to you, so please refrain from posting here. more

Resolved Question: Can i survive off of slim fast shakes and an occasional vitamin supplement?

I think i'm going to test and see the side effects of only doing this for three months. The question is will i survive? more

Resolved Question: Why should we subscribe to Health Care when alternative medicine is cheaper and safer?

I ran into a nurse the other day at the vitamin section the other day and she was talking about how she has seen plenty of people get better and healthier with herbs, vitamins, and natural medicines. Before I use to subscribe to the doctors know best but after years of taking my parents to doctors I found out that alternative medicines in many instances can safe your life as oppose to being operated and treated with overpriced and dangerous prescriptions. Haven't you seen the side effects for some of these drug prescriptions its insane..............literally. A couple of months ago my boyfriend found out he had gall stones and needed to be operated because of the extreme pain. I found out that simply by drinking pickle juice certain gall stones can be eliminated. And for high blood pressure a simple vitamin can reduce instead of buying $30,000 a year on high blood pressure. The list goes on and on I can see how democrats need health insurance to milk itself and the public off of needless surgeries.Whoa this must be one of the longest post I put on. more

Resolved Question: Prenatal vitamins while not pregnant ? Pros and Cons ?

Okay well ive heard that taking prenatal will make your hair grow faster , Nicer skin , And faster growing nails . So is it true ? And are there side effects ? And what happens if i start taking them and then choose to stop will all the good things that happened ( Meaning hair nail growth ) go away ? Oh is it even safe lol sorry about so many questions .Ohh im 15 years young by the way , Lol . more

Resolved Question: Does Mullein Flower (Gordolobo) tea have any benefits or side effects? Does it contain antioxidants/vitamins?

Voting Question: Does anyone want to know what internal medicine I used to save my skin from deterioration caused by my acne?

I have had acne for almost two years. I started purifying my blood because it was polluted by diet (too much sugar and milk and family susceptibility to acne played a large role- btw grease or anything that breaks down the immune system does not help either). I was able to stop my face from falling a part and stop some other health issues too. My friend tried it and I saw her face that was filled with acne spots clear up. So I decided to give it a try and thank goodness I listened to her. This saved me from breaking the bank. It takes a little more effort than taking a pill but it is really simple. I have been doing this for about a month and I am getting good results as if I were on accutane. Now obviously the time for recovery using this method or accutane will vary depending on 1) your diet and 2) on how resistant your acne is. **Also, there is a cheap pure natural cream that I used that did not give me any reaction and that kept my skin together. My indents are starting to even out. You can use it as a lipbalm also and it can help your lips become more noticeably red. I think this is all. I have an essay to write but when I saw someone with acne today I couldn't help but think about all those whose body rebel with them in such a visible way. Just promise me that you will tell all your friends and I'll tell you how simple it is. You just have to do it regularly enough (like accutane) to see the results. I just want to get the word out cause I know what it is like and am sick of people who say they had acne who are asking for money and whose cure is so complicated. One guy's cure seemed to help other people but taking so much vitamins almost blinded me. Literally. I can't wait to tell you all! There are no known side effects that I am aware of so I don't think there is much risk if any. But of course, remember to speak to your doctor first, who would probably just laugh at you as mine did and then suggest prescription drugs instead. Just be prepared for the side effects if you give in and take medications and having the acne possibly coming back with a revenge and harder to cure the next time. I am doing this this way because people's questions become resolved before I could respond. I hope this works, however, please let me know if there is a better way that is also time effective that I can use to get the word out. Peace and love more

Resolved Question: Anabolic Androgenic Steroid Paper?

Already talked about potential side effects if abused, how the media acts like uneducated faggots when talking about steroids, how vitamin C can be just as dangerous if abused. What else can i include in my paper? more

Resolved Question: Im 16 and want to start taking prenatal vitamins. Which brand is considered the best? Any side affects?

I want to start taking them because im not the most healthiest person out there, and i definitely need some vitamins inside me. any side effects? I heard it makes your hair grow faster? and is that true? Which kind/brand would be considered the best/good? thanks. and are target brand prenatal vitamins any good? more

Resolved Question: We've started my son on an Aspirin regimen, now his skin is yellow?

My son is 4, we have started him on a Aspirin regimen last December, now he always has a low grade fever, diarrhea, vomiting mixed with blood and his skin has recently turned a yellow color. We are aware aspirin is good for the heart however these side effects are impossible as we've never given him Tylonal or as some call it Ibutrophren or AAD, which is bad for kids and even adults because it affects concentration and the stomach. Our son is generally healthy and active. We up his dose of aspirin tonight but also want to try some different herbs that target viruses, has anyone tried anything that works quickly? Also, he takes many herbs and vitamins. What could be wrong with him? more

Resolved Question: levothyroxine side effects?

I believe the levothyroxine I been taking for a couple years is hurting my joints. Everything pops and cracks. I exercise and take vitamins. Doctors can't help me. Does anyone else have this problem. Do you know of any natural alternative. thanks more

Resolved Question: Hair skin and Nails vitamins....?

Hello i currently started using hair skin and nails vitamins by natures bounty. This is my third day of using them and i notice a little results. my question is the vitamins safe to take if i am only 16 i take one a day....these vitamins are the only medication/pills or supplements i take and i haven't had any side effects but should i still ask my doctor if i could take it? and is 3000mcg of Biotin alot? more

Resolved Question: Black Girls & Hair Question?

OK so I have a quick ? :-) My hair is mid-length right now but it grows reallly reallly slow...LOL. I used to take a multivitamin for my hair (MaxiHair by CountryLife) it worked for me, but I didn't like the side effects. Since I don't wear "weave", I was wondering if y'all recommend a vitamin for hair growth or should I just not do anything to my hair..? more

Voting Question: Side Effects of Super B-Complex Vitamins?

I started taking these after my doctor reccommended them. Today was the first day I took one, My doctor told me to expect highlighter yellow urine, however it burned a little when I went to the bathroom. It wasn't unbearable or anything, just a little stinging. Is this normal when first starting vitamins? Should I stop taking it and talk to my doctor? Or wait a few days to see if it goes away? more

Resolved Question: My hair is damaged. I need help?

I am a young black female in college and my hair has been destroyed. It's been breaking and it just needs a lot of loving right now. I need some treatment seriously. I want to start using natural products and just rejuvenate my hair. I stopped relaxing my hair since November. Anyone know of any products and regimens I can do to fix my hair? Also, do hair vitamins work and which ones are good? What are the side effects?Has anyone heard of hairfinity vitamins? Do they work? And I was looking into shampoos such as Burts Bees, Aubrey's Organics, Kinky Curly, & Design Essentials. Which one is best, from experience? more

Resolved Question: Who knows a lot about probiotic vitamins and side effects?

I took a 15 billion active strain probiotic supplement for recurrent yeast infections. 3 days after taking it, I started having problems with anxiety and started to bleed like I was having a period. It's a couple of weeks early and I had no cramps. After a week I'm still bleeding. Could there be a correlation between the vitamin and the unusual activity? I stopped taking the supplement four days ago. more

Resolved Question: Side effects from 50,000IU Vitamin D?

I recently was diagnosed with low vitamin D. My endocrinologist placed me on 50,000IU of vitamin D to be taken 2x weekly for 2 months. I have only taken my second dose and I cannot even function I am so tired. I suffered lethargy prior to this diagnosis but the vitamin D seems to be making it worse. Will this get better the longer I am on this or should I call my doctor to see whats wrong?Actually I have been checked for hypothyroid and that is negative. I am calcium deficient and that is why the 50,000iu 2x weekly was prescribed, however I have researched and no side effects are supposed to happen. I did read that the oil which this is made with can go ranced causing lethargy and muscle weakness. My endo told me to take 1 more dose and if this persists then to stop and take over the counter. more

Resolved Question: Are there effects from taking too much Vitamin C?

I began taking 1000mg a day of Vitamin C to help fight off a Virus I currently have. Is this too much a day and are there any side effects from taking TOO much vitamin C? I ask because I feel like I am urinating much more and feel my stomach is crampy, could this be the cause? Thanks! more

Voting Question: Is Namenda 10mg Depakote250 mg B.I.D.Trazodone50mgOR Haldol,Ativan1mg T.I.D.SAFE FOR ALZHEIMERS?

My mother is having problems sleeping and becomes agitated and combative .The evening is usually worse.I am concerned about the side effects.She has been on Ativan the longest.She also takes calcium and a muti-vitamin. more

Resolved Question: Peach-colored discharge?

I only got it this morning, and it wasn't heavy at all. I read a lot of stuff and everything said "pregnant" but i took a test and i'm very NOT pregnant. There is barely any oder at all. I ate a ton of chocolate yesterday due to valentines day and just lounging around watching movies with my boyfriend, I'm not sure if that could have cause it. I haven't been sexually active for at least 3 weeks now, and I've been fine with discharge and everything up until now. I'm on birth control, depo provera, the side effects suck but it's very useful because I forget to do things easily. I'm just freaking out because I don't know what it could be. I usually have my period around the 1st so ovulation might cause this? I also take daily vitamins, and I read somewhere that if it is a yeast infection that taking vitamin c is good, so i took a good dose this morning. I don't want to freak myself out too much so I want to wait and see if it goes away, and I'm embarrassed to go to my doctor (he's best friends with my dad) so I'm trying to keep away from the doctors office as much as possible. Also I got my gallbladder out in October, don't know if thats useful but thats all I know of. more

Resolved Question: If im not eating red meat, what vitamin supplements will i need?

Im 16 yo girl. I play alot of sport, not sure if this could affect it or not.. Also, their possible side effects? Thanks a million xxx more

Resolved Question: Why am I having pee problems?

I am a 22 year old male. No major health concerns but over the last 2 weeks or so I have had issues with constantly needing to pee, very little amounts of urine coming out and a feeling as if I'm always about to "leak." I know that all of this sounds like a UTI or other health concern but it suspiciously happened very soon after I began 3 new medications. One was temazepam, which I have been off of for a few days with no improvement in urinary function. The other meds were prescription strength Vitamin D, 50,000 IU weekly and 1,500mg of calcium daily. I know from experience that I am sensitive to anti-cholinergic effects from medications but nothing that I have read up on these supplements suggest a side-effect like this. I am leaving for a new job soon and probably won't have time to see my doctor before then.Also there has been no change in diet or exercise. No drug or alcohol use and no recent sexual activity. more

Resolved Question: What have you tried for psoriasis for face and neck? What did you like? Side-effects?

I have SEVERE psoriasis on my scalp. I've had it for years. It gets so bad that my hair will clump/glue to my scalp. It bleeds. Now it has spread to my face and neck. I can exfoliate it there, and it just looks like a darkened patch of skin. I can somewhat cover it with a heavy foundation. Still itches like heck. The only thing that has worked for me lately is coloring or perming my hair. It will bring tears to my eyes, but it almost seems to "burn it off". After all the scabs (sorry about being gross) fall off, I have very little itching for at least a week. I have tried diprolene on my scalp. It worked wonders, but came right back after I stopped. I stopped because I absorbed so much of the medication that I got a bloody nose multiple times a day, stopped having my cycle for 6 months, and lost chucks or hair. Then I tried a vitamin A cream the consistency of Vaseline. That didn't work well, and was hellish to get out of my hair. Hydro-cortisone cream doesn't work at all. If I get some on my arms, a good sunburn usually takes care of it. Unless I shave my head, that's not gonna work. Any suggestions or experiences are appreciated. more

Voting Question: how come caffeine doesnt really have adverse side effects with me?

i drank 700 mg of caffeine yesterday with like 40,000 mg of vitamin b12 and whatever else which was a biotest spike shotgun and a sugar free rockstar energy drink all in one sitting most people would faint or have a heart attack...and thats the spike shotgun alone their trying to ban it for that reason lol i just felt like destroying things (which i did, with a huge sledge hammer and a axe then went to the gym, and destroyed the leg press broke every personal best and same with squatting and deadlifting even lunges it was great im not even sore today) i took my blood pressure and it was fine took my pulse and it was fine i felt great but yeah why not? i always read about people dying or fainting because of to much caffeineimma start doing that every time i go to the gym... more