An overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment of hives — the raised, itchy, red swellings that can appear on the skin.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are typically used as first-line treatment of JIA. Learn about the different NSAIDs available and their potential side effects.
An overview of ampicillin or amoxicillin rash including the symptoms, causes and treatment options.
Discover how to recognize, treat and prevent insect bites, bee and wasp stings, and when to seek medical attention.
Anaphylaxis is a severe reaction to an allergen. Learn how to prevent and identify anaphylaxis and how to respond when someone has an anaphlactic reaction.
Your child needs to take the medicine called granisetron. This information sheet explains what granisetron does and how to give it to your child. It also explains what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called rituximab. This information sheet explains what rituximab does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Learn what happens during your child's autologous blood and marrow transplant (BMT) procedure.
Your child needs to take the medicine called cefixime for an infection. This information sheet explains what cefixime does, how to take it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called cefaclor for an infection. This information sheet explains what cefaclor does, how to take it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Read about what allergies are, types of allergens, the signs and symptoms of allergies and how to respond to an allergic reaction.
Your child needs to take the medicine called ondansetron. This information sheet explains what ondansetron does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Learn what happens during your child's allogeneic stem cell transplant.
Your child needs to take the medicine called cloxacillin for an infection. This information sheet explains what cloxacillin does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called caspofungin. This information sheet explains what caspofungin does, how it is given and what side effects or problems your child may have when they receive this medicine.
Do you know what poison ivy looks like? Learn how to recognize a poison ivy plant and how to treat the rash if your child is exposed.
Your child needs to take the medicine called carbamazepine. This information sheet explains what carbamazepine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim. This information sheet explains what sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called trihexyphenidyl. This information sheet explains what trihexyphenidyl does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take medicine called sodium polystyrene sulfonate. This information sheet explains what sodium polystyrene sulfonate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have while taking it.
Your child needs to take the medicine called tetrabenazine. This information sheet explains what tetrabenazine does, how to give it and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to be given a medicine called topiramate. This information sheet explains what topiramate does and how to give it to your child. It also explains what side effects or problems your child may have when they take topiramate.
Side effects after receiving a blood product are rare, but you should know what to look out for and who to contact if your child has any of these effects.
Your child needs to take the medicine called acetaminophen (Tylenol or Tempra). This information sheet explains what acetaminophen does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
