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… such as docusate are often the first method used for preventing and treating this type of constipation. Docusate … in 4 to 8 ounces of fruit juice, milk or infant formula to prevent throat irritation and mask a bitter taste. Use this … with others. Keep all medical and lab appointments. To prevent constipation, eat dietary fiber, drink enough water, …
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… cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. Colesevelam is also used … with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of … or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To prevent constipation, eat dietary fiber, drink enough water, …
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… with a certain type of bleeding disorder (hemophilia) to prevent and reduce bleeding from having a tooth pulled … Tranexamic acid works by helping the blood clot normally to prevent and stop prolonged bleeding. It belongs to a class … (anticoagulants such as warfarin, heparin) drugs that prevent bleeding (including factor IX complex, …
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… Uses This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: an estrogen … is a B-vitamin that women of childbearing age use to help prevent spinal cord defects in an unborn baby. The folate … taking this drug or soon after you stop taking it. Besides preventing pregnancy, birth control pills may make your …
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… mercaptopurine, especially when used by children and young adults. Other Uses This section contains uses of this drug … skin, cervical). This risk is higher in children/young adults being treated for certain bowel diseases (such as … mercaptopurine, especially when used by children and young adults. Other Uses This section contains uses of this drug …
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… This medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in adults and in children (such as polyarticular juvenile … are using this medication to treat rheumatoid arthritis in adults, inject this medication under the skin as directed by … This medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in adults and in children (such as polyarticular juvenile …
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… be clearly labeled for injection into a vein only. To prevent accidental injection into the spine, do not remove … usually given once a week or as directed by your doctor. To prevent leakage of the medication into tissue around the … In some cases, your doctor may prescribe medication to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating several small …
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… (MS). It is not a cure for MS but it is thought to help by preventing immune system cells (lymphocytes) from attacking … cord. It helps decrease the number of relapses and may prevent or delay disability. How To Use Read the Medication … as acetaminophen, diphenhydramine, corticosteroids) to help prevent side effects. Your doctor should also prescribe …
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… your specific health needs. Uses This medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It is often referred to as the … Norethindrone (a form of progestin) is a hormone that prevents pregnancy. While the "mini-pill" is more effective … progestin) birth control because it does not consistently prevent ovulation. It is usually used by women who cannot …
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… This medication is used in people with a food allergy to prevent serious reactions to foods. It is also used to treat and prevent inflammatory bowel diseases (such as ulcerative … of medications called mast cell stabilizers. It works by preventing mast cells (cells involved with …