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… changes (such as agitation, hallucinations, restlessness). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … side effects can increase the risk of falling. For some older adults, instead of having a calming effect, diazepam …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … may have the opposite of its usual calming effect in older adults (see also Side Effects section). This drug may …
Medications
… Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … may have the opposite of its usual calming effect in older adults (see also Side Effects section). This drug may …
Medications
… drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this … may have the opposite of its usual calming effect in older adults (see also Side Effects section). This drug may …
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… indoor environment. They include: People 65 years of age or older who may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and … Infants and children up to 4 years of age who rely on adults to make sure their environments are comfortable and … ultraviolet (UV) rays but not from the heat Regularly check older adults, children, and others for signs of heat-related …
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… each type. Metered-dose inhaler (MDI) This device is for adults and children. Doctors recommend using a spacer with … medicine. A spacer is recommended for children age 5 and older. A spacer and a face mask are recommended for children … inhaler (DPI) This device is for children 4 years and older and adults. How well the DPI works may depend on how …
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… the interaction. A child's sense of self-worth deepens when adults help him or her understand that life has its ups and … Children's self-esteem grows when they are respected by adults who are important to them. Think ahead about how to … the interaction. A child's sense of self-worth deepens when adults help him or her understand that life has its ups and …
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… Myoclonic seizures affect a small number of children and adults with generalized epilepsy of unknown cause. In … Myoclonic seizures affect a small number of children and adults with generalized epilepsy of unknown cause. In …
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… Don't give children medicines that are meant only for adults. These medicines could cause serious health problems … much medicine to give your baby. For children 6 months and older, read and follow all instructions on the label. Don't … that age and can even be harmful. For children 6 and older, always follow all the instructions carefully. Make …
