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… early in a child's life and continue into adulthood. Children with ADHD tend to be: Inattentive . They are easily … for ADHD. They improve ADHD symptoms in about 70 out of 100 children who take them. footnote 1 This means that they … atomoxetine can reduce ADHD symptoms in children and adults. The non-stimulant medicine clonidine combined with a …
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… for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for … unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this … laboratory test results, and response to treatment. For children, the dosage is also based on age/weight. Use this …
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… you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If … from more than 3.1 m (10 ft) [more than 1.5 m (5 ft) for children under 2 years and adults over 65]. A car crash in … (like an arm bone or leg bone). Pain in adults and older children Severe pain (8 to 10) : The pain is so bad that you …
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… place to prevent theft, misuse, or abuse. If someone accidentally swallows this drug, get medical help right away. To … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. See also Warning section. Do not flush …
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… an object. It is a form of child abuse. It may happen to children of all ages, but it's most common in babies younger … This can cause bleeding and swelling in the brain. Young children are at high risk for brain injury when they are … Young children can't defend themselves, so it is up to adults who care to protect them. If you suspect abuse and …
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… not able to receive the hepatitis A vaccine. This includes children less than 6 months of age and some people with … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … completely with no lasting damage to the liver. Some older adults or people with other medical conditions may take …
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… Seniors 65 years and older, infants and very young children, people who have lung or heart diseases, certain … about 1 day before to 5 days after symptoms start. Young children may be able to spread the virus for a longer period … pain, Runny nose, Sore throat, Extreme tiredness A cough Children may also experience nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Document Tigrinya Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are …
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… and worsen symptoms of existing asthma or COPD Risks to children and youth: using nicotine in adolescence can impact …
