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… an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals as directed by your doctor, usually 2 to 4 times … take an iron supplement, take it at least 2 hours before or after trientine. Tell your doctor if your condition does not … an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals as directed by your doctor, usually 2 to 4 times …
Medications
… Flush the catheter/line with normal saline before and after infusing drugs that interact with heparin such as … This can occur during treatment and up to several weeks after treatment with heparin has stopped. You should not use … Flush the catheter/line with normal saline before and after infusing drugs that interact with heparin such as …
Medical tests
… tests are done on a sample of blood taken from a vein, after the blood has already passed through the body's … by keeping pressure on the site for at least 10 minutes after the needle is removed (longer if you have bleeding … tests are done on a sample of blood taken from a vein, after the blood has already passed through the body's …
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… you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic … a damaged condom Check the expiry date. Do not use a condom after its expiry date Carefully open the package so that the … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… spots on your skin. The spots may last for some time, even after all lice have been treated or killed. You will also … Contact a health care provider if the lice do not go away after the first treatment, or if you have any signs of a … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… them with a mixture of 1 part bleach and 9 parts water, after dead mice have been removed. Stop mice from getting in … before removing them. Wash your hands with soap and water after removing gloves. Avoid mice when hiking or camping Try …
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… is a lifeguard. Play carefully If you lost consciousness after hitting your head against pool walls or rocks, you … Use a reusable or disposable swim diaper Wait 48 hours after symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, open sore(s), …
Health topics
… inflammation , and even stress fracture of a bone. After an overuse injury has started, it can take weeks to … "slow down, recover, and heal." Sore muscles are common after a new activity. But pain can be a sign of injury. Make … inflammation , and even stress fracture of a bone. After an overuse injury has started, it can take weeks to …
Medications
… nose may feel wet inside and you may notice a slight taste after using the spray. This is normal. If there is no … chest/jaw/left arm pain, shortness of breath, or unusual sweating. Get medical help right away if these or other … glutamate) as well as lifestyle patterns such as irregular eating/sleeping habits or stress may bring on a migraine …
Medications
… dose. To avoid wasting a dose, do not close the cover until after you have inhaled the medication. You may or may not … pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about … pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about …