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> > > >I always refer to the side effects in the PDR whenever my husband has >been prescribed a new med. The benefits of medication quickly become >manifest, but the side effects can be insidious and dangerous for him. >So, when I read that a med causes *any* neurological impairment, I watch >him closely. The minute he begins to have a decrease in functioning >ability, I alert his doctor. Thus, we have discovered that Indocin, an >anti-inflammatory drug, was one Jamie could not tolerate. As a nurse, I >was not aware that this med could cause problems in neurologically >impaired folks. >----- >Regards >Mary Ann A long time ago I had a Neurologist who put me on Indocin--even though it said " Not for patients with Asthma". He told me he had patients on it who has Asthma & It didn't affect them. Within 2 weeks I had a HORRIBLE Asthma attack---needless to say, I changed medications & Neurologist at the sametime! Now, before I get a prescription filled I check the PDR. Saved my life a couple of times!!!! Take Care, Marjorie 63/8 <[log in to unmask]> Blessings to all , Marjorie L. Moorefield-- Internet Communications of America, Inc.