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… It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can … by mouth at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal as directed by your doctor, usually 1 or 2 times daily. … by mouth at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal as directed by your doctor, usually 1 or 2 times daily. …
Medications
… time each day. Taking this medication after your evening meal or at bedtime may help if you have stomach upset or … time each day. Taking this medication after your evening meal or at bedtime may help if you have stomach upset or …
Medications
… or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating several small meals, not eating before treatment, or limiting activity may … or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating several small meals, not eating before treatment, or limiting activity may …
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… about how to care for yourself. You may want to have a folder or binder to keep this information organized. Medicine … from interruptions. Wait 1 to 3 hours after eating a full meal so that digestion can take place. Be aware that anxiety … from interruptions. Wait 1 to 3 hours after eating a full meal so that digestion can take place. Be aware that anxiety …
Medications
… your doctor should slowly reduce the dose of your old antidepressant to prevent withdrawal reactions from the … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially dizziness when standing. Older adults may also be more likely to develop a type of …
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… normal for a baby's head to grow a lot during the first year. But with congenital hydrocephalus, the head may grow … normal for a baby's head to grow a lot during the first year. But with congenital hydrocephalus, the head may grow …
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… into things. (Strabismus limits depth perception.) An older child may also complain about blurred vision, tired … and defects in visual acuity in children younger than 5 years of age. footnote 1 If you have concerns about your … and defects in visual acuity in children younger than 5 years of age. footnote 1 If you have concerns about your …
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… usually the next week and then throughout the first year after surgery. Your eye will feel irritated and … usually the next week and then throughout the first year after surgery. Your eye will feel irritated and …
Medical tests
… development of the brain, especially during the first 3 years of life. Intellectual disability may occur if a baby's … ). All newborns are screened for congenital hypothyroidism. Older children also need thyroid hormones to grow and … development of the brain, especially during the first 3 years of life. Intellectual disability may occur if a baby's …
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… the joint. Small wires, screws, or plates may be used to hold the bones in place. There are no guarantees that a … and bone affected. Complete healing may take as long as 1 year. When you take a shower or bath, the foot must be kept … and bone affected. Complete healing may take as long as 1 year. When you take a shower or bath, the foot must be kept …