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Medications
… parts of the brain. This medication should not be used by children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug. This drug can often cause excitement in young children instead of drowsiness. Older adults may be more …
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… vaccine does not contain the hepatitis B vaccine because children completed their hepatitis B vaccine series in … redness and swelling where the vaccine was given. Some children may have a fever or experience crankiness, … risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
Medications
… once or twice a day or as directed by your doctor. In children, the usual dose is 1 to 2 sprays in each nostril … your medical condition and response to treatment. Younger children may need a smaller dose and help from an adult to … much corticosteroid. These side effects are more likely in children and people who use this medication for a long time …
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… taking this medication. These rashes are more common in children than in adults. Rashes may be more likely if you … in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of … drugs. (See also Drug Interactions section.) For children, the dosage is also based on weight. It is very …
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… ear can lead to an infection (acute otitis media). Young children have a high risk of ear infections, because their … are shorter and more easily blocked than the tubes in older children and adults. What are the symptoms? Blocked … ear can lead to an infection (acute otitis media). Young children have a high risk of ear infections, because their …
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… and fractures of the hips and pelvis aren't often seen in children unless a severe injury (such as a car crash) has … 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 … It may ooze or trickle for up to 45 minutes. Pain in children 3 years and older Severe pain (8 to 10) : The pain …
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… for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for … cannot swallow the capsule whole (such as infants or small children) should use the tablet form of the medication. For infants or children who cannot swallow whole tablets, crush the tablet …
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… or wasting. Somatropin is also used to increase height in children with certain disorders (such as Noonan syndrome, … lung/breathing problems may be caused by this medication in children with Prader-Willi syndrome. Those at higher risk include males, severely overweight children, or those with serious lung/breathing problems ( …
Medications
… Overdose sections. This medication should not be used by children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of … is based on your condition and response to treatment. In children, dosage is also based on age and weight. Follow the … of this drug, especially QT prolongation (see above). Children may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, …
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… carry factor concentrate with you. Adults and parents of children who have hemophilia can learn to inject replacement clotting factors. Children may also be taught to infuse themselves with clotting factors at about age 10. Younger children and those who have developed antibodies …
