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… Key points to remember It's important to know if you are at risk for osteoporosis . The DXA test measures bone thickness … women because of radiation exposure to the developing baby. Don't have the test Don't have the test You may talk … women because of radiation exposure to the developing baby. You may be at risk for broken bones from osteoporosis …
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… medicine upsets your stomach, you can try taking it with food. But if that doesn't help, talk with your doctor to … the medicine longer than recommended can increase your risk of dangerous side effects. Do not use a … doctor says it's okay. They can cause problems with the baby or the delivery. Talk to your doctor before taking …
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… prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. … pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once a day. Since … absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant …
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… bone loss to help maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Risedronate belongs to a … after getting up for the day, before taking your first food, beverage, or other medication. Do not take it at … least 30 minutes and do not lie down until after your first food of the day. Wait at least 30 minutes after taking …
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… bone loss to help maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Risedronate belongs to a … after getting up for the day and before taking your first food, beverage or other medication. Do not take it at … 30 minutes, and do not lie down until after your first food of the day. Wait at least 30 minutes after taking …
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… doctor, usually once daily in the morning with or without food. If you take this drug too close to bedtime, you may … tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when … may decrease your potassium levels. Ask your doctor about foods high in potassium (such as bananas, orange juice) or …
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… cancers. How To Use Take this medication by mouth with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Take this medication … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … needed. There have been rare reports of harm to the unborn baby. Infants born to mothers who have been using this …
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… is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of hepatitis B infection, including: Children under 12 … not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to … benefits and possible reactions for each vaccine and the risk of not getting immunized, can legally consent to or …
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… body absorbs as much drug as possible and to reduce the risk of injury to your esophagus. If you have any questions, … after getting up for the day and before taking your first food, beverage, or other medication. Take it with a full … least 30 minutes and do not lie down until after your first food of the day. Alendronate works only if taken on an empty …
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… increase the seriousness of an allergic reaction or your risk for an allergic reaction. These include high blood … and herbal products). Uses This medication is used to treat allergy to house dust mites. It contains an extract made … doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. With …