Your child needs to take the medicine called lorazepam. This information sheet explains what lorazepam does and how to give it. 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 lorazepam. This information sheet explains what lorazepam does, how to give it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Information for parents and children with the inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis.
Read about common anti-epileptic drugs. Each AED has a generic name and one or more brand names. The generic name is the chemical name for the drug.
A variety of different medications are used in treating heart conditions. Read about the different classes of medication that may be used.
Learn how to give your child medication using a suppository. Included are some tips on how to make giving the suppository easier.
Your child needs a colonoscopy. Learn what a colonoscopy is, how to prepare and what to expect.
This information sheet explains what midazolam does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medication.
A video urodynamics study (VUDS) is a test done by your child’s doctor that provides information about how well your child’s bladder is working.
Your child needs to take the medicine called methocarbamol. This information sheet explains what methocarbamol 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 nabilone. This information sheet explains what nabilone does, how to give it and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Learn about chemotherapy your child receives before the blood and marrow transplant.
Learn about medications used to enhance pain management. Medications such as corticosteroids, anti-depressants, and sedatives are discussed.
Your child needs to take the medicine called chloral hydrate. This information sheet explains what chloral hydrate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when she takes this medicine.
Find out about what causes constipation and soiling and how you can help your child with diet, toilet routines and medications.
Neurogenic bladder and bowel are bladder and bowel dysfunction that is caused by nerve damage. Learn about why and how to monitor your child’s bladder and bowel to prevent leaks, infection and damage to the kidneys.
Learn what treatment is available if your child is diagnosed with anorectal malformation.
Learn how to correctly take your child's temperature when they have a fever, depending on their age, and which methods to avoid.
Your child needs to take the medicine called phenobarbital. This information sheet explains what phenobarbital does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Learn about the different types of sexually transmitted infections and when and how to talk to your child or teen about them.
Human papilloma virus (HPV) is an infection that causes warts and possibly cancer. Learn about how it is passed on, treated and prevented.
Most changes in stool are from a diet change, but some may need medical attention. Learn the signs, symptoms and treatments for unusual stool.
An overview of the causes of your child's gas. Also included are tips on how to help your child control their excessive gas and when to seek medical attention.
