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Vitamins, supplements and nutrition in pregnancy

Vitamins, supplements and nutrition in pregnancy

Find out about vitamins, minerals and supplements in pregnancy, including why you should take a folic acid supplement.

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How and when to give paracetamol for children - -

How and when to give paracetamol for children - -

Do not give your child more than 4 doses of paracetamol in 24 hours. Wait at least 4 hours between doses. Doses for babies aged 2 months. If your baby is in ...Read more

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Levothyroxine: a medicine for an underactive thyroid ...

Levothyroxine: a medicine for an underactive thyroid ...

Levothyroxine is a medicine used to treat an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). The thyroid gland makes thyroid hormones which help to control energy ...

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About paracetamol for adults

About paracetamol for adults

The usual dose of paracetamol is one or two 500mg tablets at a time, up to 4 times in 24 hours. The maximum dose is eight 500mg tablets in 24 hours. Do not take ...

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Clobetasol: a steroid medicine to treat swelling and itching

Clobetasol: a steroid medicine to treat swelling and itching

Clobetasol - Brand names: Dermovate, ClobaDerm, Etrivex. Find out how clobetasol treats eczema, psoriasis and lichen planus, and how to use it.

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How and when to take esomeprazole

How and when to take esomeprazole

Each tablet or capsule contains 20mg or 40mg of esomeprazole. Each sachet contains 10mg. The usual dose to treat: heartburn and acid reflux is 20mg a day ...

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How and when to take verapamil - -

How and when to take verapamil - -

For irregular heart rhythm, you'll be given standard tablets or liquid. The usual dose is between 40mg and 120mg, taken 3 times a day. Dose after a heart attack.

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Loratadine (Clarityn): antihistamine that relieves allergy ...

Loratadine (Clarityn): antihistamine that relieves allergy ...

Loratadine (Clarityn) find out how loratadine relieves allergy symptoms and reactions to insect bites and stings.

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Side effects of prednisolone tablets and liquid

Side effects of prednisolone tablets and liquid

Some side effects, such as stomach upset or mood changes, can happen straight away. Others, such as getting a rounder face, happen after weeks or months.

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Prednisolone tablets and liquid: steroid medicine

Prednisolone tablets and liquid: steroid medicine

Prednisolone tablets and liquid. Brand names: Deltacortril, Deltastab, Dilacort, Pevanti. Find out how prednisolone treats health problems and how to take it.

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How and when to take clopidogrel

How and when to take clopidogrel

Clopidogrel tablets come in strengths of 75mg or 300mg. The usual dose is 75mg taken once a day. Occasionally you may be prescribed a one-off higher dose, such ...

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Side effects of amlodipine

Side effects of amlodipine

Try not to drink too much alcohol. Ask your pharmacist to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking amlodipine.

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How and when to take amlodipine

How and when to take amlodipine

The liquid comes as 2 different strengths, one with 5mg amlodipine in 5ml and one with 10mg in 5ml. The usual starting dose of amlodipine is 5mg once a day.

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How and when to take linagliptin

How and when to take linagliptin

Take linagliptin once a day. You can take it at any time – for example, in the morning or in the evening. But try to take it at the same time every day.

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How and when to take nifedipine

How and when to take nifedipine

slow-release tablets or capsules – 10mg, taken twice a day (every 12 hours), or 20 to 30mg, taken once a day (every 24 hours, preferably in the morning). If a ...

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Omeprazole: a medicine to treat heartburn and indigestion

Omeprazole: a medicine to treat heartburn and indigestion

Omeprazole - Brand names: Losec, Losec MUPS, Pyrocalm. Omeprazole is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid in your stomach.

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How and when to take isosorbide mononitrate ...

How and when to take isosorbide mononitrate ...

27 Aug 2024 — isosorbide mononitrate standard tablets – 10mg to 20mg, taken 2 to 3 times a day, or 40mg, taken twice a day, up to a maximum dose of 120mg ...

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How and when to take fluoxetine

How and when to take fluoxetine

The usual dose of fluoxetine for adults is 20mg a day. ... The usual dose of fluoxetine for children is 10mg a day but this may be increased to 20mg a day.

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Doing a pregnancy test

Doing a pregnancy test

You can buy pregnancy testing kits from pharmacists and some supermarkets. They can give a quick result and you can do the test in private. The following places ...

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Fluticasone nasal spray and drops: a steroid medicine ...

Fluticasone nasal spray and drops: a steroid medicine ...

Fluticasone nasal spray treats allergic rhinitis symptoms and how drops treat nasal polyps, and how to use them.

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How and when to take clarithromycin

How and when to take clarithromycin

The usual dose of clarithromycin is 250mg to 500mg twice a day, although the dose may be lower for children or if you have kidney problems.

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How and when to take rosuvastatin

How and when to take rosuvastatin

If you have very high cholesterol and are at high risk of heart attacks or strokes, a specialist may prescribe 40mg a day. This dose is not suitable for ...Jump to

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Ciprofloxacin: medicine for serious infections.

Ciprofloxacin: medicine for serious infections.

Ciprofloxacin - Brand names: Ciproxin, Ciloxan, Cetraxal. Find out how ciprofloxacin treats serious infections and how to take or use it.

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Amoxicillin: an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections

Amoxicillin: an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections

Amoxicillin treats bacterial infections such as chest infections and dental abscesses, and how to take it.

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Sertraline: an antidepressant medicine - NHS

Sertraline: an antidepressant medicine - NHS

What sertraline is for. Sertraline can be used to treat mental health conditions such as: depression; obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD); panic disorder ...

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How and when to take sertraline

How and when to take sertraline

The usual dose of sertraline is 50mg a day in adults. But your doctor may start you on a lower dose, then increase it gradually to a maximum dose of 200mg a day ...

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Vitamin D

Vitamin D

Do not take more than 100 micrograms (4,000 IU) of vitamin D a day as it could be harmful. This applies to adults, including pregnant and breastfeeding women ...

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Vitamin E - - - Vitamins and minerals

Vitamin E - - - Vitamins and minerals

Vitamin E helps maintain healthy skin and eyes, and strengthen the body's natural defence against illness and infection (the immune system).

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Co-codamol for adults: painkiller containing paracetamol ...

Co-codamol for adults: painkiller containing paracetamol ...

NHS medicines information on co-codamol for adults – what it's used for, side effects, dosage and who can take it.

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How and when to take sitagliptin

How and when to take sitagliptin

The usual dose is 100mg a day. Your doctor might prescribe a lower dose of 25mg or 50mg a day if you have problems with your kidneys. How to take it. Take ...

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About haloperidol

About haloperidol

Haloperidol is an antipsychotic medicine that works by blocking certain types of nerve (neuron) activity in the brain. This can help with feelings of anxiety.

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How and when to take atorvastatin

How and when to take atorvastatin

Take atorvastatin once a day. You can choose to take it at any time, as long as you stick to the same time every day.

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Side effects of esomeprazole

Side effects of esomeprazole

Common side effects · Headaches. Make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. · Feeling sick. Try taking esomeprazole with or after a meal or snack. · Being sick.

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How and when to take carvedilol

How and when to take carvedilol

Dosage · high blood pressure – 12.5mg once a day for 2 days. This is then increased to 25mg, taken once a day. · heart failure – 3.125mg, taken twice a day for 2 ...

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How and when to take methylphenidate for adults

How and when to take methylphenidate for adults

The usual starting dose for slow release capsules is 10mg, taken once a day. Your doctor may increase the dose gradually (usually weekly), until ...

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How and when to take fluconazole

How and when to take fluconazole

Fluconazole capsules are either 50mg, 150mg or 200mg. The liquid usually comes in 2 different strengths: 50mg of fluconazole in a 5ml spoonful (50mg/5ml) ...

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How and when to take paroxetine

How and when to take paroxetine

Take paroxetine once a day, in the morning. It's best to take it with food so it does not upset your stomach.

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Mometasone for skin: a medicine used to treat ... - NHS

Mometasone for skin: a medicine used to treat ... - NHS

Mometasone for skin - Brand name: Elocon. Find out how mometasone for skin treats eczema and psoriasis, and how to use it.

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About mometasone for skin

About mometasone for skin

Mometasone is used to treat the itching, swollen and irritated skin you may get if you have eczema (different types, including atopic dermatitis and seborrheic ...

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Common questions about melatonin - -

Common questions about melatonin - -

The usual dose is one 3mg tablet of melatonin but your doctor may recommend 2 tablets (6mg) if needed. When you arrive at your destination, take melatonin ...

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How and when to take melatonin - -

How and when to take melatonin - -

For short-term insomnia, take 2mg 1-2 hours before bed. For long-term, 2mg 30 min-1 hour before bed. Take slow release with food, standard 2 hours before or ...

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How and when to use mometasone for skin - -

How and when to use mometasone for skin - -

You'll usually use mometasone cream or ointment once a day for 1 to 2 weeks. If you think you need it for longer, speak to your doctor.

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How and when to take prednisolone tablets and liquid

How and when to take prednisolone tablets and liquid

For example, if your dose is 40mg daily, your doctor may tell you to take 8 tablets (8 x 5mg) all at the same time. Take prednisolone with breakfast so it does ...

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Common questions about candesartan

Common questions about candesartan

Candesartan is a type of medicine called an angiotensin receptor blocker. It's used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.

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How and when to take candesartan

How and when to take candesartan

The dose of candesartan you take depends on why you need the medicine. Take it as your doctor tells you. The tablets come in strengths of 2mg, 4mg, 8mg, 16mg ...

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How and when to take sildenafil

How and when to take sildenafil

The usual dose is 50mg, when you need it. Do not take it more than once a day. The dose can be increased to 100mg or decreased to 25mg depending on its effect.

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