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… people who eat meat, fish and poultry. The iron from plant foods is not absorbed by the body as well as iron from animal foods. Females over the age of 50 who still menstruate can … of their babies. If you are pregnant, choose iron-rich foods every day. Take a daily multivitamin/mineral …
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… How To Use Read the Patient Information Leaflet and Instructions for Use if available from your pharmacist … from your health care professional and the product package. Before using, check this product visually for … This may occur if you do not consume enough calories from food or if you do unusually heavy exercise or if you took …
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… decongestants. Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the label . Decongestants are not … antidepressants and high blood pressure medicines. Read the package carefully or ask your pharmacist or doctor to help … antidepressants and high blood pressure medicines. Read the package carefully or ask your pharmacist or doctor to help …
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… professional for medical advice about side effects. The following numbers do not provide medical advice, but in the … at 1-800-822-7967. In Canada, you may call the Vaccine Safety Section at Public Health Agency of Canada at … at 1-800-822-7967. In Canada, you may call the Vaccine Safety Section at Public Health Agency of Canada at …
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… reach or stored in containers or cabinets with childproof safety latches. It's important to keep the name and phone … to read. If you buy this type of thermometer, check the package for information about its accuracy. Ear . These are … reach or stored in containers or cabinets with childproof safety latches. It's important to keep the name and phone …
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… of folate. Folate is a B-vitamin naturally found in some foods. It is needed to form healthy cells, especially red … How To Use Take this product by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. If you … product, follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or …
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… your loved one to ask questions and tell the doctor if following the prescribed treatment will be hard to do. Ask for care instructions, such as written information or links to videos … type of pain relief do you prefer? Helping them make good food choices It's important to understand what "eating …
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… Serious risks of using opioids include overdose and death. Safety tips when using long-acting opioids If you need to take opioids to manage your pain, remember these safety tips. Follow directions carefully. It's easy to … Serious risks of using opioids include overdose and death. Safety tips when using long-acting opioids If you need to …
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… with the digestive tract , problems digesting certain foods, or stress. People with IBS may have sensitive … worse, call your doctor. Who to see for symptoms of IBS The following health professionals can diagnose and treat … in sugar, especially fruit juice, soda, candy, and other packaged sweets (such as cookies) Foods high in fat, …
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… drug. Shake the container well before each use. Follow the instructions to properly prime the spray pump. To use the … used the number of sprays specified on the manufacturer's package. Follow the package instructions to unblock the … in high doses. Tell your doctor right away if any of the following side effects occur: unusual/extreme tiredness …