Category: ask-the-doctor

Is it better to take Prilosec in the morning or evening?

I have genital herpes. I rarely have an outbreak – maybe once a year or less, but of course I have no idea when an outbreak will happen. Should I be on Valtrex to prevent transmission of the disease?

I have little lumps on the bottom of my foot which are very itchy. What is this?

Can Diovan cause an increase in creatinine levels?

Does Synthroid affect the eyes?

I take the generic form of Levoxyl for hypothyroidism. When I tried to renew the generic, my doctor refused. She says that she only uses name brand. Is there really such a difference in the effectiveness of the generic in this case?

I take one simvastatin in the evening for cholesterol. I am having more trouble sleeping than normal. Could I take it in the morning?

Is Bells palsy a recurrent problem, and if it is, how often does it usually recur?

Can hypothyroidism cause heavy and long periods? Will Levoxyl (L-thyroxine) help?

Should patients with a history of splenectomy receive prophylactic antibiotics for dental procedures?