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… are not recommended for use with children younger than 2 years of age. However, when children aged 6 months to 2 years live or travel in an area with malaria, the chances of … including specific recommendations for children under 2 years old, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellants and …
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… use this medication more often, or stop using it without first consulting your doctor. Your condition will not … doctor or pharmacist if you should have a flu shot every year. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you … use the new inhaler. Throw away the inhaler 6 weeks after first removing it from the tray or when the dose counter …
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… doctor before giving this drug to a child younger than 12 years. It is very important to keep this and all medication … that pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. If you wait until the pain has … Information last revised November 2022. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc. Selected from data included with …
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… you don't notice them. The rash comes several days later, first on the face and later over the rest of the body. It … because the illness is caused by a virus, not a bacteria. Home treatment can help with symptoms until you feel better. … not to spread the illness. Wash your hands often, and stay home from school, daycare, or work. (When the rash appears, …
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… if more testing is needed. You will probably be able to go home right away. It depends on the reason for the test. You … if more testing is needed. You will probably be able to go home right away. It depends on the reason for the test. You …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. Janet and Nathan's story Janet thought 2½-year-old Nathan was too quiet during a car ride, so she … chickenpox vaccine. The chance of having a stroke within a year of having chickenpox is very small, but it can happen. …
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… knee bent. Carefully push the suppository (pointed end first) just inside the rectum with your finger. Remain lying … enlarged prostate) Do not use this product in children 12 years or younger without talking with the doctor. During … Information last revised February 2022. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc. Selected from data included with …
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… through your mouth. You will be asleep. Most people go home that same day. These surgeries are: Used to treat … and swallow for a few days. Children who are younger than 3 years and who have other conditions, such as Down syndrome, … block your airway during sleep. This surgery is often the first treatment choice for children. That's because swollen …
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… This medication is given by injection into a vein, at the first signs of an HAE attack, as directed by your doctor. … your medical condition. If you are using this medication at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your … your medical condition. If you are using this medication at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your …
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… care professional. It is usually given in 2 doses. The first dose is given within 2 hours before the transplant … medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home. Medical Alert Your condition can cause complications … medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home. Medical Alert Your condition can cause complications …
