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… Childbirth: Opioid Pain Medicines On this page: Overview … the pain and stress of labour, you may get opioid pain medicines. The medicine can be put into a vein or into the … the pain and stress of labour, you may get opioid pain medicines. The medicine can be put into a vein or into the …
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… seizures under control. Missing a dose here or there or taking doses too close together can upset the levels of the … but something other than epilepsy is causing them. Taking antiepileptic drugs when you do not have epilepsy may … that you cannot take the drug anymore. You take other medicines or natural health products, such as herbs or …
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… Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants (Coumadin®) Last updated … when taking warfarin. When we cut or scrape our skin, our blood forms a clot (or plug) so that we don't bleed too … you normally eat. If your INR is unstable (sometimes too high and sometimes too low) use the chart below to add up …
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… to remember Daily aspirin is an option for some people at high risk of a heart attack or stroke to help lower their … other health problems that increase your risk, such as high blood pressure. FAQs How might aspirin prevent a heart attack or …
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… first few days after your transplant, you'll likely have a high dose. Then the dosage is slowly reduced to the lowest … need to take these medicines. Side effects include high blood pressure, too much potassium in the blood, and kidney …
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… name):     What will the medicine do (for example, decrease blood pressure)? Why do I need this medicine? Are there any other … to make sure the medicine agrees with me? Questions about taking the medicine How is the medicine taken (for example, …
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… to know as much as possible about the medicines you're taking. Here are some examples of questions you might ask … the medicine? What will the medicine do (for example, lower blood pressure)? How will I know that this medicine is working? …
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… A few examples are: Antianxiety medicines. Antidepressants. High blood pressure medicines. Statin medicines for high cholesterol. …
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… side effect of many prescription and non-prescription medicines. Common side effects include: Rash . Any medicine … who prescribed the medicine to find out if you should stop taking the medicine or take a different one. An appointment may not be necessary. If you are taking a non-prescription medicine, stop taking it. Call …
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… Overview Before using over-the-counter medicines, be sure you know the benefits and side effects of … are not working. These steps can help you stay safe when taking over-the-counter medicine . Carefully read and follow … If you are or could be pregnant, call your doctor before taking any medicine. Keep a list of all your medicines, …