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… used when other treatments have not worked. It helps to reduce how often you get migraine attacks and may help … depression increasing tiredness movement problems (such as slowed movement, stiffness, restlessness, shaking, … taking other products that cause drowsiness such as opioid pain or cough relievers (such as codeine, hydrocodone), …
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… bottle-feed your baby. Feeding your child gets them to swallow and prevents ear pain. What immunizations will my child need? Make sure that … How can I prevent illness? Breastfeeding is the best way to reduce the risk of foodborne and waterborne illness. You …
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… This medication is used by women after menopause to treat painful sexual intercourse. Painful intercourse can be a … insert and applicator. Unwrap one vaginal insert and follow the instructions to use the applicator to insert this … approval. Overdose This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms …
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… to receptors in our brains and alter our perceptions of pain. It has been associated with the rise in overdose … to fentanyl in B.C. Understanding opioid overdose Opioids slow down a person’s breathing and heart rate. Opioid … signs of an opioid overdose include: severe sleepiness; slow heartbeat; slow, shallow breathing or snoring; trouble …
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… three ways to clear your lungs: Postural drainage Chest and back percussion Controlled coughing Ways to clear your lungs … to do it after you use your inhaler or other medicine. Follow these steps for controlled coughing. Sit on the edge of … on the floor. Lean forward a little, and relax. Breathe in slowly through your nose, and fold your arms over your belly. …
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… may talk loudly or shout for a few seconds and then fall back asleep. You may not be able to understand what your … are dreaming. It may take some time for your child to go back to sleep. Children usually remember a nightmare, but … don't want comfort from parents. They usually will fall back asleep when it's over, and they won't remember the …
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… into muscle and bone. These problems are hard to treat and slow to heal. When pressure injuries don't heal well, they … injuries usually occur over bony areas, such as the hips, lower back, elbows, heels, and shoulders. They can also occur in …
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… heart health Strengthen bones and muscles Improve sleep Lower stress Maintain brain health Help control weight Help …
Medications
… who choose to use this birth control method. The device slowly releases a hormone (levonorgestrel) that is similar to … the proper position. Ask your doctor if you need to use a backup form of birth control for the first 7 days after this … to stop using this method of birth control. Side Effects Pain, bleeding, or dizziness during and after placement of …
Medications
… who choose to use this birth control method. The device slowly releases a hormone (levonorgestrel) that is similar to … up to 5 or 8 years. Ask your doctor if you need to use a backup form of birth control for the first 7 days after this … to stop using this method of birth control. Side Effects Pain, bleeding, or dizziness during and after placement of …
