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… cramps, or a persistent, dull ache in your lower back. Blood clots or greyish tissue may pass from the vagina. Some … your risk of miscarriage include: Your age. The risk is higher at age 35 and older. A history of miscarriages (two … septum or wall. Exposure to dangerous chemicals or certain medicines. The father's age. The risk is highest after age …
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… small amounts of food more often and choose foods that are higher in calories. Here are some examples of nutritious … Nuts, seeds and their butters 2% or 3.25% whole milk, high fat yogurt and cheese Yogurt smoothies and meal … People with hepatitis may not absorb or use nutrients properly. If you are not eating well, you might need a …
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… needs. Warning This medication may cause certain severe blood and bone marrow problems (low red blood cells/white … every 3 to 4 weeks. This medication may cause low blood pressure. Tell your doctor or other health care professional … else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or …
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… abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and death. Taking this medication with alcohol or other drugs that can … especially if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower … medical tests (such as liver function tests, complete blood count) may be done while you are taking this …
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… A liver (hepatic) function panel is a blood test to check how well the liver is working. This test … total protein , albumin , bilirubin , and liver enzymes . High or low levels may mean that liver damage or disease is … you have recently been exposed to a hepatitis virus or are taking a medicine that may cause liver damage. To learn …
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… rash, shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, increased blood pressure, headache, chest pain, dizziness, … else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or …
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… activity. Children who use insulin are at risk for low blood sugar during and after exercise. Good planning means … Teachers and coaches may not know the signs of sudden high or low blood sugar. You might need to explain what … Teachers and coaches may not know the signs of sudden high or low blood sugar. You might need to explain what …
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… to a class of drugs known as COMT inhibitors. Many people taking levodopa for Parkinson's have problems with the … history, especially of: alcoholism liver problems low blood pressure mental/mood disorders (such as depression, …
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… if you have used this medication for a long time or in high doses. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you … to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Precautions Before taking diphenoxylate with atropine, tell your doctor or … pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. Some products that …
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… who have one of these more serious illnesses may also have high fever, severe headache, confusion and weakness. In very … sure you and your clothing do not contact the bird, its blood, or other body fluids or feces Dispose of the bird …