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… has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander descent) are at greater risk. Your doctor may order a blood test to measure your risk before you start this medication. If the blood test …
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… with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, gemfibrozil might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risk and benefits of gemfibrozil. In addition to eating a …
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… It's also very important to be informed about the risks of donating an organ. To help you make the best … location of the nearest transplant centre. Learn about the risks. Risks vary with the organ donated and from person to person. …
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… if you develop joint/muscle/tendon pain or swelling. Your risk for tendon problems is greater if you are over 60 years … eyelids, unsteady walk) or trouble breathing. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this … so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. The dosage and length of treatment is …
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… It is very important to talk with the doctor about the risks and benefits of antidepressant medication (especially … so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. The dosage is based on your medical … nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may start you at a low …
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… or if you take too much warfarin. To decrease your risk for bleeding, your doctor or other health care provider … body. Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of …
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… problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping … such as diet and exercise to keep people who are at high risk for diabetes from becoming diabetic. It may also be … so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Also, do not split the tablets unless …
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… health needs. Warning There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal side effects (such as heart … of dementia-related behavior problems. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication, as well as other … longer time than prescribed because this may increase your risk of serious side effects. Do not stop taking this …
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… which type of laxative is right for you. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … you are using marijuana (cannabis). Alcohol increases your risk for serious, possibly fatal, breathing problems. …
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… which type of laxative is right for you. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … are using marijuana (cannabis). Alcohol also increases your risk for breathing problems. Buprenorphine may cause a …