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… not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to … (stool) of an infected person. This can happen from eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Haemophilus …
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… drugs (including naproxen) may rarely increase the risk for a heart attack or stroke. This effect can happen at … drug but is more likely if you take it for a long time. The risk may be greater in older adults or if you have heart … a day. To prevent stomach upset, take this medication with food, milk, or an antacid. The dosage is based on your …
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… drugs (including sulindac) may rarely increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke. This effect can happen at … drug but is more likely if you take it for a long time. The risk may be greater in older adults or if you have heart … upset occurs while taking this medication, take it with food, milk, or an antacid. The dosage is based on your …
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… Age 11 and Younger Abdominal Pain, Age 12 and Older Acid-Reducing Medicines Adjustable Gastric Banding Surgery Anal … Diverticulosis Dyspepsia E. Coli Infection From Food or Water Endoscopic Treatment for Variceal Bleeding … Hemorrhoids Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Hepatitis B and C: Risk of Liver Cancer Hepatitis B Treatment Recommendations …
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… How To Use Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually once daily or as directed by your doctor. If … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Digoxin passes into …
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… you about the same relief as angioplasty. Angioplasty has a risk of heart attack, stroke, and death. But these rarely … likely keep taking one of the medicines. If you have a high risk of bleeding, your doctor may shorten the time you take … To have a heart-healthy lifestyle, be active, eat healthy foods, stay at a healthy weight, manage other health …
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… with other medications to control seizures. Controlling and reducing seizures lets you do more of your normal daily activities, reduces your risk of harm when you lose consciousness, and lessens your … How To Use Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually once daily at bedtime for seizure control, or …
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… with them during school, play, and outings. Eat healthy foods. Healthy eating helps keep your body's immune system strong. Talk to your doctor about what foods can help you stay healthy and any dietary supplements … with them during school, play, and outings. Eat healthy foods. Healthy eating helps keep your body's immune system …
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… coughs, sneezes or has close contact with others. Sharing food, drinks or cigarettes, or kissing someone who has the pertussis bacteria can also put you at risk. Pertussis can be spread to others during the early … of infection and the length of illness. People at high risk of serious illness who are in close contact with …
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… Your options Take an anticoagulant medicine to reduce the risk of stroke. Don't take an anticoagulant. An implanted … K you eat or drink. You will want to weigh the benefits of reducing your risk of stroke against the risks of taking an … K you eat or drink. You will want to weigh the benefits of reducing your risk of stroke against the risks of taking an …
