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… a long time. Not drinking enough fluids ( dehydration ). Medicines. Examples are high blood pressure medicine or other heart medicines. Health problems. Examples are thyroid disease, …
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… Tums. Be careful when you take over-the-counter antacid medicines. Many of these medicines have aspirin in them. Read the label to make sure … can be harmful. If you are pregnant, do not take aspirin or medicines that contain aspirin unless your doctor says it is …
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… a mild soap and very warm running water. Over-the-counter medicines may help relieve itching. Be sure to follow the instructions on the label. Some over-the-counter medicines may caution against use in the genital area or … sleepy, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl). Be safe with medicines. Groin Problems and Injuries …
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… and reduce fever and inflammation . Be sure to follow these medicine precautions: Your child's over-the-counter medicine will have a "Drug Facts" label. On the label, … drops. Read and follow all the instructions on the medicine bottle and box carefully before giving your child …
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… Overview Induction abortion is ending a pregnancy by using medicines to start (induce) labour and delivery in the … . This is done in the hospital. The doctor may also use a medicine to stop the pregnancy before induction. The induction medicines may be put in the vagina, given by mouth, or given …
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… Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines What is gout? … do imaging tests, such as ultrasound. How is gout treated? Medicines can help treat gout. To stop a gout attack, your … treated with a steroid shot. The sooner you get started on medicines, the sooner your symptoms will start to get …
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… (Coumadin). Your doctor can help you understand which medicine might be best for you. This may depend on your health and your preferences about taking medicine. Warfarin has been used for many years to reduce … the risk of stroke in people with atrial fibrillation. The medicine is low-cost. Newer anticoagulants, called direct …
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… Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine David Messenger MD - Emergency Medicine, Critical …
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… for home care. Ask for clear written instructions regarding medicines and procedures. Make sure you know about reactions to medicines. Discuss how to notify a doctor if changes in the … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney …
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… Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Davide Bardana …