Poll of the Day > I've got my first week as a pharmacist under my belt. Ask me anything?

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PS2Gamer posted...

If you could know another language, what would you pick?

Probably German.

@Ogurisama posted...

My nose is hurting more
But also i have gotten a cold, and i think blowing my nose has what had made it worse...

That is somewhat concerning, but yeah the cold could be the case. As long as it isn't a bother to you I'd say wait until the cold subsides to say for sure.
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LanHikari10 posted...

That is somewhat concerning, but yeah the cold could be the case. As long as it isn't a bother to you I'd say wait until the cold subsides to say for sure.

Havent had to blow my nose all day today, and it hurts less.
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That might be it then!
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@Ogurisama How're you doing?
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I am doing good today. I think that cold i was getting is already going away.

I saw the Northern Lights the other night when i got up to take advil cold and flu. It was pretty cool.
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Nice! And cool I wish I could see them.
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If you could travel to Mars, would you?
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PS2Gamer posted...

If you could travel to Mars, would you?

Depends on how long it takes, the likelihood of failure, etc. I'd like to, but I'd never be able to in my lifetime.
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Do you have any talents?
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PS2Gamer posted...

Do you have any talents?

Not really, no. :(
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Nose dont hurt anymore, and my cold is gone :D

Also nee phone in about a week!!!!
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Do you think pharmacists should be allowed not to fill prescriptions because of their own moral bias?
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What is your favorite type of weather?
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Ogurisama posted...

Nose dont hurt anymore, and my cold is gone :D

Also nee phone in about a week!!!!

Nice! I'm glad you got better!

And what are you getting? I've been thinking about getting a new one myself.

Revelation34 posted...

Do you think pharmacists should be allowed not to fill prescriptions because of their own moral bias?

Well we do have the legal right to refuse to fill a prescription for any reason.That said, I feel it should only be used if the prescription may harm the patient or there is something "off" such as the prescription we were presented being fake, the patient shopping around, etc.

I know one of my classmates said he is strongly against birth control (he's Catholic) and would not dispense it if he was in such a position. I don't feel like that's fair. He's working in a hospital now though, so I don't think that conflict will arise.
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PS2Gamer posted...

What is your favorite type of weather?

Rainy/light storm.
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LanHikari10 posted...

I know one of my classmates said he is strongly against birth control (he's Catholic) and would not dispense it if he was in such a position. I don't feel like that's fair. He's working in a hospital now though, so I don't think that conflict will arise.

That's ridiculous.

*shrugs* Yeah I don't think it's appropriate, but I don't like talking bad about my friends. That's his decision, I suppose.
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LanHikari10 posted...

*shrugs* Yeah I don't think it's appropriate, but I don't like talking bad about my friends. That's his decision, I suppose.

tbh I hope he refuses to dispense it, gets sued, loses and the law is changed or he loses his job. Medicine isn't something you should be allowed to have stupid biases in. I guess Catholic hospitals do worse stuff than that all the time though...

I wouldn't wish that upon him. I imagine that's something he'd have to deal with with his managers should it come to that, but like I said he works in a hospital so I don't see it being an issue in the near future.
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LanHikari10 posted...

And what are you getting? I've been thinking about getting a new one myself.

I will be getting a Galaxy s8+ i larger phones sonce i started using the notes. The regular Galaxy S8 feels a bit small in my hand.

Also lost $19 tonight :(
Damn slots
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Ogurisama posted...

I will be getting a Galaxy s8+ i larger phones sonce i started using the notes. The regular Galaxy S8 feels a bit small in my hand.

Also lost $19 tonight :(
Damn slots

I dunno if I could do the larger phones, but then again maybe it's exactly what I need.

And $19 isn't bad. I think of gambling like you're paying to be entertained as long as you don't go overboard.
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LanHikari10 posted...

Well we do have the legal right to refuse to fill a prescription for any reason.That said, I feel it should only be used if the prescription may harm the patient or there is something "off" such as the prescription we were presented being fake, the patient shopping around, etc.

I know one of my classmates said he is strongly against birth control (he's Catholic) and would not dispense it if he was in such a position. I don't feel like that's fair. He's working in a hospital now though, so I don't think that conflict will arise.

Pharmacists got fired for not filling out birth control before though.
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Yeah I've heard that before. I suppose that's really dependent on the area, but I assume if he ever has that issue it will be discussed with him before he has to be let go. It's not something I worry about anyhow since I'm comfortable filling it.

I did refuse to fill my first prescription this week though.
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What is your favorite planet?
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Ummm Mars, I suppose, because of its great potential.
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Do you want the new washer or dryer or the mystery box?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiYvxT_y-c4
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I need a new washer and dryer, so that!
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@Super_Saiyan_3_Goku

Whoa, first time I've gotten a mention!

But yeah, I'm a pharmacist - next month will be 3 years since I graduated.
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How much, iyo is to much for a house
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LanHikari10 posted...

I did refuse to fill my first prescription this week though.

why?

Super Saiyan 3 Goku posted...

Whoa, first time I've gotten a mention!

But yeah, I'm a pharmacist - next month will be 3 years since I graduated.

Next month will be my first year since graduating and what a roller coaster of a year it's been.

Ogurisama posted...

How much, iyo is to much for a house

That's really hard to say, especially since I'm not entirely sure what I want in a home yet besides walk in closets lol.

SkynyrdRocker posted...

why?

It was for an Adderall prescription. It was completely torn in half. Not hanging on by a thread. Completely torn in half. The family that brought in was also very sketchy as well, I wasn't comfortable filling it when they brought it in, so I figured I'd give my manager a call to see what he would do. He suggested I give the doctor a call.

I did so, and she actually answered right away. She shared my sentiments and told me not to have it filled, so I didn't.
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Speaking of Adderall, what's the highest dosage you've ever filled or heard of being filled? I'm on 90mg/day and I've often wondered how common or uncommon that was. If I remember correctly, Adderall has somewhat of an effect ceiling around 60mg for therapeutic benefits, but when does it become dangerous? Do you know of any long term dangers of using that high of a dosage?
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Do you like watching or playing sports?
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dpavol1 posted...

Speaking of Adderall, what's the highest dosage you've ever filled or heard of being filled? I'm on 90mg/day and I've often wondered how common or uncommon that was. If I remember correctly, Adderall has somewhat of an effect ceiling around 60mg for therapeutic benefits, but when does it become dangerous? Do you know of any long term dangers of using that high of a dosage?

90 mg a day? Wow, that seems high. I've seen a lot of patients on a combination of the regular and XR versions of Adderall, but I don't think the combination ever got higher than 80 mg/day. I'd say that it gets risky going higher than that because of the ceiling like you mentioned and also because of its highly addicting nature. Have you been on anything else? Because at that point I'd begin considering alternatives if it's not doing enough/anything for you.
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PS2Gamer posted...

Do you like watching or playing sports?

Watching, sometimes, but not as much as the average person seems to. Like on football Sundays I usually only have enough in me to watch part of one game, if I even watch any at all. But I do like to play sports, yes. Mainly soft/baseball, lacrosse, badminton.

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I'm 20. Should I get a normal multivitamin or one specifically for men? Aren't the men's kinds for middleaged/50+ men?
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LanHikari10 posted...

dpavol1 posted...

Speaking of Adderall, what's the highest dosage you've ever filled or heard of being filled? I'm on 90mg/day and I've often wondered how common or uncommon that was. If I remember correctly, Adderall has somewhat of an effect ceiling around 60mg for therapeutic benefits, but when does it become dangerous? Do you know of any long term dangers of using that high of a dosage?

90 mg a day? Wow, that seems high. I've seen a lot of patients on a combination of the regular and XR versions of Adderall, but I don't think the combination ever got higher than 80 mg/day. I'd say that it gets risky going higher than that because of the ceiling like you mentioned and also because of its highly addicting nature. Have you been on anything else? Because at that point I'd begin considering alternatives if it's not doing enough/anything for you.

I can't tolerate methylphenidate or any of its derivatives for some reason. I get really dizzy and my heart rate shoots through the roof before suddenly crashing. Instant release Adderall generally works for me at the dosage I'm at, but keep in mind that I weigh around 250lbs and I've been on stimulants for over 15 years. I was just wondering if there have been any studies on the effects of long-term amphetamine use (not abuse, but regular therapeutic administration). I wish I could get off of it, but the withdrawals are absolutely intolerable for me. Strangely, my withdrawals are more like what someone addicted to benzodiazepines would experience. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy.
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Do you like spicy food?
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Blue_Thunder posted...

I'm 20. Should I get a normal multivitamin or one specifically for men? Aren't the men's kinds for middleaged/50+ men?

They specifically make vitamins for older men. You probably don't need one at 20 but it couldn't hurt I guess. I'm not a pharmacist though.
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Blue_Thunder posted...

I'm 20. Should I get a normal multivitamin or one specifically for men? Aren't the men's kinds for middleaged/50+ men?

You'd be fine with a regular one, but as another poster mentioned at your age you likely don't even need one unless your diet is severely lacking in some way. But generally yes they make specialty formulations for elderly men/women.

dpavol1 posted...

I can't tolerate methylphenidate or any of its derivatives for some reason. I get really dizzy and my heart rate shoots through the roof before suddenly crashing. Instant release Adderall generally works for me at the dosage I'm at, but keep in mind that I weigh around 250lbs and I've been on stimulants for over 15 years. I was just wondering if there have been any studies on the effects of long-term amphetamine use (not abuse, but regular therapeutic administration). I wish I could get off of it, but the withdrawals are absolutely intolerable for me. Strangely, my withdrawals are more like what someone addicted to benzodiazepines would experience. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy.

Have you tried Strattera? Guanfacine? The latter I've noticed has been getting more popular for some physicians. Also, when attempting to quit, has it just been a straight stop it? Or has there been a taper? If so, how rapid of a taper was it?

Sorry if I'm asking too many questions.

PS2Gamer posted...

Do you like spicy food?

Usually. It really depends.
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do you think you could have won the potd hurt heal thing if you would have participated?

Revelation34 posted...

They specifically make vitamins for older men. You probably don't need one at 20 but it couldn't hurt I guess. I'm not a pharmacist though.

LanHikari10 posted...

You'd be fine with a regular one, but as another poster mentioned at your age you likely don't even need one unless your diet is severely lacking in some way. But generally yes they make specialty formulations for elderly men/women.

Ok thanks. I recently found that I am capable of swallowing pills now, so I'm planning on switching from this $50 liquid multi I've been using. I'm super picky when it comes to food, so I'm probably better off with a multivitamin.
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LanHikari10 posted...

Have you tried Strattera? Guanfacine? The latter I've noticed has been getting more popular for some physicians. Also, when attempting to quit, has it just been a straight stop it? Or has there been a taper? If so, how rapid of a taper was it?

Sorry if I'm asking too many questions.

I've tried Strattera and it made me feel dizzy, but didn't do anything for my ADHD. Guanfacine does look interesting, though. I doubt it would work as a monotherapy, but maybe in addition to the Adderall. Does it have the same rebound effects as clonidine?

I've tried tapering and cold turkey, and if I was to quit in the future, I would definitely taper. The problem with tapering is that the cravings become torturous and all I can think about is my next dose. For some strange reason, I don't feel tempted to take more than my max dose, but I get really antsy if I try to go without taking my full dose for the day. But all of that is still way more preferable to the hell of going cold turkey.
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Blue_Thunder posted...

Ok thanks. I recently found that I am capable of swallowing pills now, so I'm planning on switching from this $50 liquid multi I've been using. I'm super picky when it comes to food, so I'm probably better off with a multivitamin.

It's your call, but your diet would REALLY have to be lacking in a certain area to really need it.

dpavol1 posted...

I've tried Strattera and it made me feel dizzy, but didn't do anything for my ADHD. Guanfacine does look interesting, though. I doubt it would work as a monotherapy, but maybe in addition to the Adderall. Does it have the same rebound effects as clonidine?

Anything is worth a try. And guanfacine can indeed cause some mild rebound, but that's only if it's abruptly stopped. IF it's tapered off it should be fine.
dpavol1 posted...

I've tried tapering and cold turkey, and if I was to quit in the future, I would definitely taper. The problem with tapering is that the cravings become torturous and all I can think about is my next dose. For some strange reason, I don't feel tempted to take more than my max dose, but I get really antsy if I try to go without taking my full dose for the day. But all of that is still way more preferable to the hell of going cold turkey.

Yeah, absolutely don't cold turkey it. My question is have you just been doing the taper by yourself? Or has your doctor been involved? I'd strongly recommend you get your doctor involved if not.
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About 4 months till my vacation! So close!
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I have a vacation I WANT to go on, but eh.... I dunno if it'll happen. Time will tell, I hope.
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What is your favorite fruit?
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Uhhh I'll go with bananas.
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What is your favorite vegetable?
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