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Medications
… based on your body size and response to treatment. To help prevent side effects (infusion and allergic reactions), your … people who have recently received oral polio vaccine or flu vaccine inhaled through the nose. Wash your hands well to prevent the spread of infections. To lower your risk of …
Medications
… It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause … irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. It is also used to prevent a brain problem caused by liver disease (hepatic … your medical history. Rifaximin may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work well. Tell …
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… virus. Early stages of the disease are characterized by flu-like symptoms, which can progress to bleeding, organ … is spread through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person or animal. Outbreaks have been … in public health through surveillance, detection, prevention and consultation. Government of Canada Find more …
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… the illness. The vaccine is part of the MMR and MMRV vaccines. Most children get the vaccine as part of their … on the label. Also, get plenty of rest and drink lots of fluids. Stay away from other people as much as you can so … measles and you haven't had the vaccine, you may be able to prevent the infection by getting immunoglobulin (IG) or the …
Medications
… that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, flu). Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an … Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose). … Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose). …
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… Tetanus can be very dangerous, but you can get a shot to prevent it. Tetanus is also called "lockjaw" because muscle … or breathe. In Canada, most people have had shots to prevent tetanus, so the disease is relatively rare. People … need to stay in a hospital so you can get medicines and fluids to control muscle spasms and pain. You also may need …
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… or coughing. It can also be spread through contact with the fluid from chickenpox blisters, or the saliva of a person … immediately if they are exposed to, or get, chickenpox. Prevention methods must be started as soon as possible to reduce the illness, and the risk for complications. Prevention methods may include antiviral medication, an …
Medications
… can cure hepatitis B or hepatitis C infections or can prevent you from passing the virus to others. Practice … the same time on the same day each week. Drink plenty of fluids while using this medication unless your doctor … Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose). To …
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… prior illness. Common viral illnesses include colds and influenza (flu) . Colds are minor upper respiratory illnesses. … when you have mild to moderate respiratory symptoms. Prevent dehydration . Hot fluids, such as tea or soup, may …
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… that is carried by mosquitoes. Mild cases cause a rash and flu-like symptoms. Some people, especially children, can get … may be treated at home with rest and plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration . You may take acetaminophen (Tylenol) … You will be closely watched for signs of shock. How can you prevent it? People can get the virus more than once. If you …
