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Acetaminophen suppositories are a non-prescription drug that is used to treat fevers and relieve pain. This eMedTV Web page explains how to use the suppositories, describes how the drug works, and explains what you should know before using it.
Acetaminophen Suppository Dosage
For babies 3 to 11 months old who need an acetaminophen suppository, dosage starts at 80 mg every six hours. This eMedTV page offers acetaminophen suppository dosing guidelines for children in other age groups and explains how to use suppositories.
While it can affect an adult, fifth disease is a mild illness most often seen in children. As this eMedTV article explains, however, when adults do get fifth disease, they may experience joint pain and are less likely to have a rash.
Atrovent nasal spray may be prescribed to treat a runny nose due to the common cold or allergies. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at Atrovent nasal spray and its effects, precautions and warnings, and dosing information.
This eMedTV page explains that your age and the cause of your runny nose are among the factors that will determine your Atrovent nasal spray dosage. This page describes dosing guidelines for adults and children, and also covers tips for using the drug.
Atrovent Nasal Spray Side Effects
Possible side effects of Atrovent nasal spray include a sore throat, headaches, and nosebleeds. This eMedTV resource explains how common these Atrovent nasal spray side effects are and outlines some side effects that may require medical attention.
Atrovent nasal spray may be prescribed to treat a runny nose due to various causes. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at Atrovent nasal spray uses and explains how various strengths of the drug work for different causes of a runny nose.
Atrovent Nasal Spray Warnings and Precautions
Notify your healthcare provider if you develop any vision problems while taking Atrovent nasal spray. This eMedTV article provides other Atrovent nasal spray warnings and precautions, including a list of possible complications that may occur.
This eMedTV page explains that back braces for scoliosis come in two forms: the Milwaukee brace and the thoracolumbosacral orthosis. This page also explains how a back brace for scoliosis can stop a spinal curve from getting worse.
Fever blisters are primarily caused by the herpes simplex type 1 virus. As this eMedTV article explains, while herpes simplex type 1 and type 2 are both causes of fever blisters, over 95 percent of recurrent outbreaks are caused by the type 1 virus.
The causes of head lice are typically instances of direct contact with an infested person. However, as this eMedTV Web page explains, the lice can also be spread through contact with infested clothing. An overview of the head louse is also provided.
Causes of scoliosis include injury, tumors, and birth defects. However, in many cases, the cause is unknown. This eMedTV segment discusses several of the possible causes for scoliosis, including information on how they are categorized.
Children's Tylenol is a non-prescription drug approved for treating minor pain in children ages 2 to 11. This eMedTV page further explains what Children's Tylenol is used for and offers information on its dosing, warnings, and possible side effects.
Your child's age and weight are the main factors in determining his or her Children's Tylenol dosage. This eMedTV segment provides a Children's Tylenol dosing chart and explains when and how to give your child his or her dose.
Children's Tylenol Drug Information
Children's Tylenol Drug Interactions
Certain drugs may interact with Children's Tylenol, such as phenobarbital, warfarin, and isoniazid. This eMedTV article explains what may happen during these interactions and lists other medicines that may cause Children's Tylenol drug interactions.
Children's Tylenol Side Effects
Potentially serious Children's Tylenol side effects include vomiting, diarrhea, and liver failure. This eMedTV article describes other serious side effects that may occur if you child takes too much Children's Tylenol.
Children's Tylenol is licensed to treat minor aches and pains in children 2 to 11 years old. This part of the eMedTV library discusses Children's Tylenol uses in more detail and explains when the non-prescription medicine should not be used.
Children's Tylenol Warnings and Precautions
If your child has G6PD deficiency, talk to a doctor first before giving your child Children's Tylenol. This eMedTV page offers more Children's Tylenol warnings and precautions, including a list of possible complications that may occur with the drug.
As this eMedTV segment explains, possible complications of mono include a wide range of health problems, such as anemia, ruptured spleen, and meningitis. This article looks at these and other rarely occurring complications associated with mono.
When diagnosing fever blisters, your doctor will look for signs and symptoms of the condition. As this eMedTV resource explains, he or she may also use a blood test or viral culture to help confirm the fever blister diagnosis.
A doctor diagnosing fifth disease will review the patient's medical history and conduct a physical exam. This eMedTV resource explains the steps involved in making a fifth disease diagnosis, including information about blood tests used in some cases.
Diagnosing head lice involves positively identifying them on a person's hair or scalp. This can be hard, so this eMedTV Web page offers tips to help with this, such as using a hand lens or light, or verifying the diagnosis with a healthcare provider.
Docosanol is a non-prescription drug commonly used to treat symptoms of cold sores and shorten healing time. This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at the drug, including how it works, guidelines for those taking it, side effects, and more.
Docosanol -- Medication for Cold Sores
This eMedTV resource provides several helpful tips and guidelines regarding docosanol dosing. This includes how often the medication should be taken, how to apply it to achieve the best results, and when to contact your healthcare provider.
Drug Interactions With Docosanol
There are currently no known drug interactions with docosanol. However, as this eMedTV page explains, the drug has not been studied with other topical products, such as ointments and balms, so interactions may exist that have not been discovered yet.
Drug Interactions With Imipramine Hydrochloride
Many medicines can cause drug interactions with imipramine hydrochloride, including pressors and cimetidine. This eMedTV page lists other drugs that may cause an imipramine interaction and describes the possible effects that may occur as a result.
As explained in this eMedTV page, a fever blister is a small sore that often occurs outside the mouth on the lips, cheeks, chin, or in the nostrils. This article explains what causes them. Feaver blisters is a common misspelling of fever blisters.
There are currently no fever blister cures available. As this eMedTV page explains, fever blisters generally heal within 4 to 10 days, without using drugs. However, many medicines are available to decrease the severity and duration of symptoms.
Fever blister medication can be taken to help decrease pain and discomfort, and to speed up healing. This eMedTV segment lists both prescription and non-prescription fever blister medicines that are available and describes the effects of the drugs.
Fever blisters occur as a result of direct or indirect contact with someone who has an active infection. This eMedTV article describes fever blisters in more detail and explains how the condition can be diagnosed, transmitted, and treated.
Fifth disease is a mild viral illness that is characterized by a rash resembling a slapped cheek. This eMedTV article provides an overview of the condition and offers a link to more information. Fifth desease is a common misspelling of fifth disease.
Fifth disease is a mild illness that usually occurs in children and is caused by parvovirus B19. This eMedTV Web page explains the history, symptoms, transmission, and treatment of fifth disease, and links to other resources about this condition.
In most cases, fifth disease does not result in complications during pregnancy. This eMedTV article discusses fifth disease and pregnancy, tips for preventing infection, and tests used to confirm the presence of the virus that causes fifth disease.
A virus called parvovirus B19 is the fifth disease cause. The information on this eMedTV Web page discusses this viral cause of fifth disease, other related illnesses, and whether parvovirus B19 can be transmitted from pets to humans and vice versa.
As explained in this eMedTV segment, fifth disease in children is more common than it is in adults and can cause symptoms such as a rash that resembles a slapped cheek. This article discusses fifth disease and its effect on children.
At this point there is no vaccine for fifth disease prevention. As this eMedTV segment explains, the best way to help prevent fifth disease is to wash your hands frequently.
The fifth disease prognosis is usually good, as long as the person who is infected is otherwise healthy. This eMedTV page discusses specific conditions, such as sickle cell anemia, that may make the fifth disease prognosis less favorable.
Fifth disease symptoms may include a "slapped cheek" rash, fever, chills, and body aches. This section of the eMedTV Web site describes symptoms of fifth disease often seen in children, as well as those that adults with the illness may experience.
As explained in this eMedTV resource, fifth disease transmission most likely occurs when a person comes into contact with the respiratory secretions of an infected person. This article discusses statistics concerning transmission of fifth disease.
Fifth disease treatment usually involves getting rest and taking medications such as ibuprofen. This eMedTV article discusses treatment of fifth disease in both adults and children, and explains treatment of rare (but serious) cases of the illness.
Characterized by a rash that looks like a slapped cheek, fifth disease is caused by parvovirus B19. This eMedTV page takes a brief look at the condition and includes a link to more information. Fifthe disease is a common misspelling of fifth disease.
Fifth disease, as this eMedTV article explains, is most common in children and is characterized by a rash that looks like a slapped cheek. Transmission methods and symptoms are also listed. Fith disease is a common misspelling of fifth disease.
In most cases, fifth disease does not cause problems during pregnancy. However, as this eMedTV page explains, problems can occur. Fith disease in pregnancy is a common misspelling and variation of fifth disease and pregnancy.
Fifth disease is a medical condition caused by parvovirus B19. This segment from the eMedTV Web site provides a brief overview of the condition, including symptoms and treatment options. Fiths disease is a common misspelling of fifth disease.
Generic Atrovent nasal spray is sold under the name ipratropium bromide nasal spray. This portion of the eMedTV archives describes the strengths that are available for treating a runny nose and also lists the companies that manufacture the medication.
Vusion ointment is currently not available in generic form. This eMedTV page contains information on when generic Vusion (miconazole/zinc oxide/white petrolatum) may be available and explains how Vusion is different from non-prescription ointments.
Head lice are quite common. Fortunately, they are easily treated and the lice do not spread disease. This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview on head lice, including information on the insect's life cycle, transmission methods, and treatment.
Head lice are small insects that infest the hair and scalp. This eMedTV Web page briefly explains the symptoms of an infestation and includes a link to more detailed information. Headlice is a common misspelling of head lice.