Drug side effects are the undesirable effects caused due to intake of any medication. Side effects of heart medications include dizziness, vomiting, low blood pressure, kidney dysfunction, potassium level variations, a problem with the formation of clots, inflammation of gums, etc. The medication should not be stopped as it can worsen the heart condition. Instead, a change of drug can be done.
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What could be the reason for swelling in my ankles after taking antihypertensives?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 54 years old, taking S-Numlo 5 and Supermet XL 50 twice daily. My blood pressure is 140/84 mmHg, but I have noticed swelling in both my ankles. Can you suggest alternative medicine I can take once a day to control my pressure? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Since you have swelling of both ankles, it is drug-related. Tablet S-Numlo 5 (Amlodipine) is sometimes seen to cause swelling of the ankles. Also, you have a long-standing history of hypertension, so you must do certain tests such as: Compl... Read Full »
I have stomach pain after taking migraine medicine last night. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor,I have chronic gastritis for about a year. Last year I had two bleeding ulcers. I had to take migraine medicine last night, and it usually upsets my stomach. All through the night, the stomach pain woke me up. It made noises all night, and I vomited. What does this mean, and what should I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Well, I can understand you must be very concerned about your symptoms when they bring you out of your sleep at night. It would have very easier for me to figure out what caused these symptoms to develop overnight if you have mentioned the medications you have taken ... Read Full »
Do I have vomiting and weakness because of my new diabetic medicine?
Query: Hi doctor, Will my new diabetic medications cause vomiting and fatigue? I have been taking only Metformin for ten years, but my sugar levels have recently increased to 360 mmol/L. So now my medications have been changed to Voglibose and Glimepiride. I have been taking them for a week. I am now exper... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Usually, most oral anti-diabetes drugs are very well tolerated. But occasionally, some patients may have side effects like gastrointestinal disturbances, which include nausea, vomiting, loose motions, acidity, etc. Glimepiride invariably does ... Read Full »
Is it abnormal to experience hot flashes after taking Seroxat?
Query: Hi doctor, I am taking Seroxat, and I have been experiencing hot flashes recently. Is that normal? Kindly give me your suggestions. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Kindly let me know the dosage and frequency of Seroxat. Also, explain briefly what you mean by “hot flashes.” Kindly follow up with the answers for further diagnosis. Take care. Read Full »
Will the medication I consume for my thyroid issues impact my chances of conceiving?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 27-year-old female with thyroid issues and have been taking Levothyroxine 25 mg for the same. My TSH was 7.5 mU/mL before starting the medication, but now it has reduced to 3.5 mIU/mL, within the normal range of 0.5 to 5 mIU/L. I am planning to get married but worried that it can i... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It appears you have had sub-clinical hypothyroidism while starting the tablet Levothyroxine (synthetic thyroid hormone), which, in my opinion, was not necessary. It could have been better if your doctor had chosen ... Read Full »
Can Levetiracetam cause dizziness after 4 years of usage?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been taking Levipil 500 for the past four years, and for the last three years, I have not experienced any side effects with the medication. But, for the past two weeks, I have been feeling dizzy after taking the medicine. My body has seemingly adjusted to the medication. I am w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Experiencing dizziness or sleepiness with Levetiracetam after such a long period is unusual. These side effects are usually more noticeable during the initial phase of treatment. But, in some patients, especially on l... Read Full »
I suspect my delirium is due to Ciprofloxacin. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, Can Ciprofloxacin cause delirium in the elderly? And if yes, how long does it last? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, Ciprofloxacin can cause delirium especially in elderly. But, you need to know that it is an uncommon side effect of Ciprofloxacin and before terming it as drug induced delirium other causes have to be ruled out. If the delirium is due to Ciprofloxacin, then it shall... Read Full »
Does Unwanted 72 cause abdominal pain?
Query: Hi doctor, I had taken Unwanted 72 three days back. Currently, I have been experiencing pain in the lower abdomen and around the ovary and uterus for two days. I took Anafortan for pain but had no relief. I have not got any laboratory tests done. Is this a side effect of the medicine? How long will ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through the details presented by you that you have taken an emergency contraceptive pill Unwanted 72 within three days (maybe one dose and the second dose three days apart), or you have taken a single dose after three days of unpr... Read Full »
Is my prolonged bleeding because of taking tablet Unwanted-72?
Query: Hello doctor, About a month ago, I took a tablet Unwanted 72. I got my periods at the beginning of this month, and the bleeding has not stopped. It is my 12th day. Also, last month I took a tablet Tranostat as I was traveling and wanted to avoid heavy bleeding. Is it normal to bleed for days after t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would be happy to help. As tablet Unwanted 72 (Levonorgestrel) is a hormonal pill, it can lead to irregular menstrual cycles for a month or two. This can be the reason for your prolonged bleeding. I suggest you take tablet Tranexa 500 m... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I have hypothyroidism that is being treated with Levothyroxine. My doctor has just put me on Atorvastatin because of my high cholesterol. I am not sure whether to take them or not with the side effects, saying not to take them with hypothyroidism medication. What should I do? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It appears that you have hypothyroidism (a condition where there is an insufficiency of thyroid hormone) and dyslipidemia (an imbalance of lipids), which is also due to hypothyroidism. Atorvastatin can be taken with co-existing treatment f... Read Full »
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