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Virna L. Martinez Colon

Clinical Pharmacologist

Dr. Virna Martinez Colon is a clinical pharmacologist practicing in Arecibo, PR. Dr. Martinez Colon specializes in developing and testing new pharmaceutical products, with specific focus on the correlation between drugs and diseases. Clinical pharmacologists optimize drug prescribing and prevent medication errors as well as contribute to new drug applications delivered to the FDA.
33 years Experience
Virna L. Martinez Colon
  • Arecibo, PR
  • Escuela de Farmacia -RCM
  • Accepting new patients

How effective is the pregnancy pill?

The pregnancy pill is very effective if taking within 72 hours.

What medications help periods pain?

You can get a prescription for bentyl 20 mg every 8 hours and naproxen 500mg two times a day or you can get an homeopathic medicone colocynthis 9 c 5 pelltes three times a day. READ MORE
You can get a prescription for bentyl 20 mg every 8 hours and naproxen 500mg two times a day or you can get an homeopathic medicone colocynthis 9 c 5 pelltes three times a day.

What is the best natural antibiotic for UTI?

The best treatment for UTi is cantharis 30c 5 pellets three times a day and cranberry twice a day.

What medication is best for stress?

You have a lot of natural remedies like bacopa, gelsemium and coffea cruda.The last two are homeopathic medicines with no side effects or interactions.The first is a complex of READ MORE
You have a lot of natural remedies like bacopa, gelsemium and coffea cruda.The last two are homeopathic medicines with no side effects or interactions.The first is a complex of herbs to stabilize your mood and anxiety.

Is psychotherapy effective for addiction?

Yes, if you take the decision to stop your addiction you can use psychotherapy as part of your treatment. It’s not a miracle way but if you get involve and with good disposition READ MORE
Yes, if you take the decision to stop your addiction you can use psychotherapy as part of your treatment. It’s not a miracle way but if you get involve and with good disposition you can do it.

Is Resveratrol and Remdesivir the same?

No, they are different things. Resveratrol promotes heart health, and Remdesivir is a new drug approved for Covid19 .The resveratrol is an antioxidant.

What is the safest cold medicine for children?

The safest medicine is a homeopathic remedy called Chestal Cough Syrup. It’s safe and effective.

Is 30mg of Lexapro daily too much for a 15 year old?

Hi, The initial dose is 10mg and the maximum dose is 20mg for major depressive disorder in children. You can consult with the prescriber about other doses and the references READ MORE
Hi,

The initial dose is 10mg and the maximum dose is 20mg for major depressive disorder in children. You can consult with the prescriber about other doses and the references that he used to select that dose.

What medication is best to give a child when they have a headache?

Hi,

If you don’t know the cause of the headache, you can try acetaminophen, or paracetamol. If the symptom doesn’t improve, get medical advice.