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… Laxatives On this page: Overview … Products such as Milk of Magnesia, Miralax, or RestoraLAX and non-absorbable sugars such as lactulose or sorbitol hold fluids in the intestine and draw …
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… Oral Cancer On this page: What is oral cancer? Oral cancer is the growth of abnormal cells in any part of …
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… Oral Rehydration Solutions for Children On this page: … as he or she wants. Ask your doctor if your child needs an oral rehydration solution (ORS) like Pedialyte. Oral rehydration solutions contain the right mix of salt, …
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… Oral Breathing Devices for Snoring On this page: Overview Overview Several oral devices have been tested to treat people with snoring , … device is called a mandibular repositioning device . Some oral breathing devices supply electrical stimulation to the …
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… Oral care for your baby Last updated March 31, 2014 Babies' … adult teeth grow straight and strong and for smiling! Start oral care before baby teeth appear. Use a clean, soft cloth … for dental care Dental Care from birth to six months … Oral care for your baby …
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… Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) On this page: Test … Feels Risks Results Test Overview The oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) measures the body's … . Learn how we develop our content . … Test Overview The oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) measures the body's …
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… Oral Breathing Devices for Sleep Apnea and Snoring On this page: Overview Overview Several oral devices have been tested to help treat people with … the chance that it will collapse when you inhale. Other oral breathing devices supply electrical stimulation to the …
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… caused by illness or aging. Medicine use. Overuse of laxatives. Pregnancy. Constipation is sometimes a sign of … Osmotic laxatives (such as Milk of Magnesia or Restoralax) and non-absorbable sugars (such as lactulose or sorbitol) hold fluids in the intestine. They …
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… cases of encephalopathy are treated using a medicine called lactulose. This drug helps prevent the buildup of substances … in the large intestine that may lead to encephalopathy. Lactulose is effective at decreasing ammonia levels in the … medicine called rifaximin. This medicine may be used with lactulose to help prevent encephalopathy. Related …
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… Sunscreen (SPF 30 to 50) and lip screen Thermometer Oral rehydration solution packets Basic first aid items … medicine, such as bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) Mild laxative Antacid Antifungal ointment Antibacterial ointment … medicine, such as bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) Mild laxative Antacid Antifungal ointment Antibacterial ointment …