Approximately 29 percent of children in the United States take a dietary supplement that contains vitamin C, according to a survey published in the October 2007 issue of “Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine.
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Lexapro, the brand name of a prescription selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, or SSRI is used to treat depression and anxiety. Lexapro, like any SSRI medication, can cause serious withdrawal effects when discontinuing the medication too abruptly.
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More than half of all infants experience reflux during the first three months of life, according to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
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Loestrin 24, the brand name of the birth control medication containing the hormones ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone, is over 99 percent effective at preventing pregnancy when used properly.
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Many women who dislike the side effects or administration of the Depo-Provera birth control injection consider making the switch to oral birth control pills.
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Effexor, which is the brand name for the medication venlafaxine, is an antidepressant typically prescribed to treat depression or anxiety.
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Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, which is highly contagious. A baby who come in direct contact with her mother’s cold sore may get the virus. While cold sores generally aren’t dangerous for adults, the virus may be dangerous for infants.
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Cinnamon is unlikely to cause diarrhea for most people. In fact, this spice has been traditionally used to treat gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea, according to Drugs.com.
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Although nasal sprays can reduce the symptoms of allergies and nasal congestion, they are not always the best solution. Using a decongestant nasal spray, for example, can cause rebound congestion and a reduction in efficacy after three days, according to the Mayo Clinic website.
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After going through childbirth, the last thing on many women’s minds is getting pregnant again. These women should begin birth control before resuming sexual activity after childbirth to prevent another pregnancy, according to the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals.
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Although ringworm has nothing to do with actual worms, it is still not a very pleasant condition to have. Ringworm is a skin infection caused by fungus and creates scaly patches of skin that sometimes are circular and resemble the shape of a ring. This condition is highly contagious and spreads easily.
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At some point in their lives, many women hear that a menstrual cycle is supposed to last 28 days. Although this is the average length of time in between menstrual cycles, many women have cycles that are longer or shorter than this and fall well within a normal range.
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The National Institute of Mental Health notes that that the differences between an infant with autism and an infant without the disorder become apparent between 12 and 36 months of age.
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Sinus infections can be uncomfortable, and many people with this condition scramble to their local drugstore as quickly as possible to find relief. For breastfeeding mothers, treating a sinus infection is not so simple. Medications can not only affect the mother, but the nursing baby as well.
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If you have a cold, chances are you’d like to do whatever possible to make yourself feel better. While cold medications can provide quick relief for many common cold symptoms, certain vitamins, particularly vitamin C, might help shorten the duration of the cold a bit.
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People who have difficulty getting enough fiber though food may rely on a supplement to ensure they get enough. Metamucil is one brand of fiber supplements that is widely available in drugstores and supermarkets.
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Infertility affects approximately one out of every six couples, according to the American Pregnancy Association. Although there are many reasons why a couple may be infertile, hormonal imbalances are one common cause.
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Dehydration occurs when the amount of water leaving the body is greater than the amount being taken in. This can be a serious condition for anyone, but particularly for young children under the age of 2.
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Acid reflux is a painful condition that occurs when the lower part of the esophagus allows stomach contents to rise. When refluxed stomach acid touches the lining of the esophagus, it may cause heartburn, a burning sensation in the chest or throat or acid indigestion.
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Nasal congestion can be unpleasant, often sending people rushing to the medicine aisle of their local drugstore to find relief. While Mucinex and Sudafed products both help to relieve nasal congestion, there are important distinctions between the two medications.
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