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… my child? Iron is a mineral that’s used to help make red blood cells and carry oxygen to all parts of the body. … is found in meat, poultry, fish and shellfish. Choose fish low in mercury, such as salmon, trout and mackerel Non-heme … time as: Meat, poultry, fish or shellfish Foods that are high in vitamin C. This includes vegetables and fruits such …
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… A doctor also can tell if a medicine , such as one used for high blood pressure, might be causing depression. Watch for the … your doctor for help. He or she may be able to find free or low-cost medicine or counselling. Some universities, …
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… control pills and estrogen. These can increase the risk of blood clots in the leg, which may cause pain or swelling. Calcium channel blockers, which are used to treat high blood pressure. These can cause leg swelling. … swelling. Calcium channel blockers, which are used to treat high blood pressure. These can cause leg swelling. …
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… in your current health problems, such as poor eyesight or diabetes, and the name of the health professional you see … my doctor? What hospital was I in? Allergies Fill in the following information if you have allergies to medicines or … disease Depression or other major mental health condition Diabetes Breast cancer Colon cancer Other cancer or …
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… can result in serious (possibly fatal) heart and blood pressure problems. This medication can be … if you have taken this drug for a long time or in high doses. (See also How to Use section.) Uses This … late in the day may cause trouble sleeping (insomnia). Swallow this medication with a full glass of liquid (8 …
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… can result in serious (possibly fatal) heart and blood pressure problems. This medication can be … if you have taken this drug for a long time or in high doses. (See also How to Use section.) Uses This … late in the day may cause trouble sleeping (insomnia). Swallow the tablets whole. Do not crush or chew the tablets. …
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… difficulty waking up, or breathing problems (ranging from slow/shallow breathing to no breathing). Other symptoms of … very small "pinpoint" pupils, slow heartbeat, or low blood pressure. If someone has serious overdose symptoms but … of opioids, blocking may be incomplete or you may need a higher dose of naloxone. The effects of naloxone will not …
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… your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your … have serious side effects. This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious …
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… type of cancer (acute myeloid leukemia-AML). It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. How To Use … (QT prolongation in the EKG, sudden cardiac death) Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This …
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… cause. What causes it? Fainting is caused by a drop in blood flow to the brain. After you lose consciousness and fall or … get dehydrated, or take certain medicines, such as ones for high blood pressure. Fainting caused by the vasovagal reflex …
