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Apr 25, 2014, 05:36 PM
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i havent taken mine for two days. and need to not for three more. i cant see my doctor for two weeks. and only have a couple pills. so i have to space them out.
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Apr 25, 2014, 05:43 PM
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What med are you taking/stopping? Some need to be taken continually for the best effect; some are actually dangerous to stop or suddenly reduce significantly. Is there any way you can call your dr and get your prescription renewed ahead of your appointment?
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Apr 25, 2014, 06:28 PM
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im taking 20mg lexapro. i dont think i can get him sooner. but could ask the reception and see.
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Apr 26, 2014, 12:32 AM
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He can refill it for the time in between. He shouldn't let you go cold turkey. The pharmacy may also spot you over the weekend. They take that thing rather seriously.
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#5
Apr 26, 2014, 04:00 PM
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Why can't you get refills? Not good to miss doses.
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Apr 26, 2014, 09:29 PM
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i had 3 refills on it. but ive used them now. so have to see doctor to renew again. then i will have 3 refills on it again.
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#7
Apr 26, 2014, 10:22 PM
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It doesn't matter. You can still get a refill and it would be irresponsible not to refill it until you have an appointment. The pharmacy will give you some for the weekend.
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Apr 26, 2014, 10:24 PM
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I'm told by my doctor that it is not good to just stop taking it. You have to be weened off.
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Apr 27, 2014, 09:27 AM
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Where do you live?
In the US it is common practice that when you run out of refills you call in to the Pharmacy for a refill. They tell you you are out of refills and will have to call your doctor. Within a day you have a new set of refills. No appointment needed. The only inconvenience it causes if that it takes a little longer for them to get a hold of the doctor and for the doctor to get back to them. If it is an emergency the pharmacy will usually give you a partial refill until the doctor calls them back.
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#10
Apr 27, 2014, 09:47 PM
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ive never been on meds before. and dont usually go to a doctor. so i dont know how it works. but im learning.
 i did go to the pharmacy and got a couple extra. but i thought when the refills run out. you had to see the doctor. id be happy if i dont though. im going to call tomorrow and see.
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Apr 27, 2014, 10:02 PM
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Yay! I'm glad to hear they helped you. Some docs do write a limited refill series so you come in but they would never leave you high and dry. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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#12
Apr 27, 2014, 10:46 PM
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Don't skip a dose. You could end up with bad withdrawal symptoms, which if you plan on continuing the medication would be for nothing.
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