Isn't it weird when you go to fill a prescription and the prescription reads differently than what your doctor prescribed?

I've had a prescription in my purse since earlier this year. I dug around in my purse/wallet to find it today, because I'm itching ALL OVER. Urgh. Anyway, the dermatologist definitely prescribed a medication for my head according to our office visit. But, the prescription said to apply it to my ears. 🤦‍♀️

What?

I don't understand how doctor offices mess that up. If I got it filled, I don't know if the pharmacy would have specified the exact area, but still...

By the way, it is a prescription for dandruff. My head was itching.

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pentacorn · F

you don't need that Rx

half organic apple cider vinegar/half bottled water in spray bottle. wrap towel around neck, spray scalp thoroughly, let sit about 15 mins, shower and wash hair like normal, repeat every other day for one week or more if any itch remains. wash bedding and hats every third day. wash hairbrush and combs in same half/and half solution each time you treat your scalp.

Raaii · 22-25, F

It happened with my ma/ mother once
For two three months she was taking the wrong medicine 😔 and same
We were wondering why her symptoms are getting worse instead of getting better 🤦‍♀️

wildbill83 · 36-40, M

many doctors and practitioners would lose their own head if it weren't attached; I've continuously had problems with them not filling a prescription (defeat the point of going to begin with),writing wrong prescription, forwarding it to wrong pharmacy, prescribing medication that conflicts with another, etc.

Generally speaking, Pharmacists are more knowledgeable about medications, their uses, side effects, limitations, etc. than most of the doctors that prescribe them...

wildbill83 · 36-40, M

as for itching, have you tried salicylic acid cream? available OTC and is commonly used for similar symptoms relating to eczema and psoriasis (I have psoriasis)

Applepiedom · 56-60, M

Who filled it? Dr office or drugstore?

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Applepiedom · 56-60, M

@perceptivei ok I misunderstood. That is strange but you can check with pharmacist on use before they fill it

perceptivei · 36-40, F

@Applepiedom I read the side effects of the meds regardless of where its applied. I'm scared to fill it. I bought another type of head and shoulders shampoo for now. And, I figure ALL of my skin might be dry right now for some reason. I haven't been using any heat, because it's been so warm. So, I don't know why I'm so dry from head to toe, literally. Does the lack of humidity affect my skin? We haven't had much rain here. I don't know. I'm used to the heat making my skin dry... so, it's confusing.

I guess, that's too much information. Bottom line is I'm not keen on filling a prescription I know nothing about. Great. Now my head itches again. 😐

Applepiedom · 56-60, M

@perceptivei yes dry air can make skin worse. Sounds gross but real mayonnaise on head may help. Protein and oils should help dryness. Then rinse out it's like conditioner.
For body eucern lotion is used on premise to moisturize skin. Works well good luck
I'll be here hoping you get relief

Virgo79 · 61-69, M

Be cautious, mistakes happen on both sides.

darkmere1983 · 46-50, M

no, never had that experience.

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