2007-08-20 12:35:11 · 9 answers · asked by tashajn2002 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
Generally if they were all prescribed by the same MD then he will at least have some idea of compatibility (especially if he's a specialist like a cardiologist or orthopedist). If they were all written by different doctors, then they may all have no idea how many drugs you're on. If you're concerned, your best bet will be to have your pharmacist run a check on them to see if there are any interactions or duplications. 15 meds is a lot, but I've seen more. Odds are you may have some that are doing the same things.
2007-08-20 14:47:52 · answer #1 · answered by Jason H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on numerous factors but I would consult your doctor if you are concerned. If you have several doctors prescribing medicine you might be getting more than one prescription for the same ailment. You might consider consulting simply a pharmacist to make sure each medication has a specific purpose for your body.
2007-08-20 12:46:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
not really, it is almost impossible to figure all the drug interactions that will take place between 15 different drugs. you should consult a compounding pharmacy in order to better investigate the possible drug interactions that will be occcuring. UNLESS....you have a lifethreatening illness like aids, cancer, or some other terrible autoimmune disorder that requires an extensive drug treatment regiment.
2007-08-20 15:38:58 · answer #3 · answered by chaseselby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd find a new doctor too!
Take all the meds with you. Many people are over diagnosed with prescription drugs.
2007-08-21 04:29:50 · answer #4 · answered by annilou 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if the doctor told you to take them all together.
ALL prescription drugs have side effects and contraindications, and many will not work when taken together. Worse, some drugs taken together can be deadly.
2007-08-20 12:42:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I were you I would go talk to one of your local pharmacists. Now, I am not saying that doctors do not know what they are talking about, just that pharmacists really have it together when it comes to which drugs can be used with which.
2007-08-20 12:43:27 · answer #6 · answered by Snuggles! 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some doctors forget to check if all the drugs they give are compatible. Ask your druggist to check them over.
2007-08-20 12:42:47 · answer #7 · answered by vann_robert 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In medicine this is known as "poly-pharmacy". It is a strong sign your doctor(s) is incompetent. Find a new one.
Best wishes and good luck.
2007-08-20 16:42:08 · answer #8 · answered by Doctor J 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the drugs and how sick you are.
2007-08-20 12:42:25 · answer #9 · answered by Daniel G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋