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Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA or Aspirin)

Your child needs to take the medicine called ASA (acetylsalicylic acid). This information sheet explains what ASA 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.

Adalimumab

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Your child needs to take the medicine called adalimumab. This information sheet explains what adalimumab does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Acetylcysteine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called acetylcysteine. This information sheet explains what acetylcysteine does, how to give it and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Amitriptyline

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Your child needs to take the medicine called amitriptyline. This information sheet explains what amitriptyline does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Allopurinol

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Your child needs to take the medicine called allopurinol. This information sheet explains what allopurinol 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.

Amoxicillin

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Your child needs to take the medicine called amoxicillin. This information sheet explains what amoxicillin does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Amlodipine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called amlodipine. This information sheet explains what amlodipine 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.

Acetaminophen

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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.

3,4-Diaminopyridine (3,4-DAP)

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Your child needs to take the medicine called 3, 4-diaminopyridine. This information sheet explains what 3, 4 diaminopyridine 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.

Acyclovir

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Your child needs to take the medicine called acyclovir. This information sheet explains what acyclovir does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Azathioprine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called azathioprine. This information sheet explains what azathioprine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Beclomethasone for inhalation

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Your child needs to take the medicine called beclomethasone. This information sheet explains what beclomethasone does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Amsacrine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called amsacrine. This information sheet explains what amsacrine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Aripiprazole

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Your child needs to take the medicine called aripiprazole. This information sheet explains what aripiprazole does, how to give it and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Brivaracetam

Your child needs to take the medicine called brivaracetam. This information sheet explains what brivaracetam does, how to give it and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Bleomycin

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Your child needs to take the medicine called bleomycin. This information sheet explains what bleomycin does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Asparaginase

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Your child needs to take the medicine called asparaginase. This information sheet explains what asparaginase does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Corneal transplant surgery in children

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A corneal transplant replaces a cloudy or damaged part of the cornea with a clear cornea from a donor. Read about corneal transplants and follow-up care.

Getting ready for scoliosis surgery

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Learn about what your child should expect when preparing for scoliosis surgery, including a pre-surgery teaching session, X-rays, clinical photos, blood work and other imaging tests.

Open reduction for developmental dysplasia of the hip

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An open reduction is a surgical procedure performed on children with more severe hip dislocation that cannot be treated any other way. Learn how the procedure is done and what follow-up care your child will need.

Milwaukee brace (cervical-thoracic-lumbo-sacral orthosis)

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Learn how to wear and take care of a Milwaukee brace (cervical-thoracic-lumbo-sacral orthosis [CTLSO]).

Scoliosis and emotional issues

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Having scoliosis can be emotionally upsetting for young children and teenagers. Find out about some common issues they face, such as negative self-image and increased stress.

Neck pain

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Learn how to identify neck pain in your child and properly care for them until they are feeling better.

Muscle spasms (muscle cramps)

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Information about signs, symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention of muscle spasms.

Preventing developmental dysplasia of the hip

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While DDH cannot always be prevented, there are hip healthy practices that may reduce the risk of developing DDH. Read about the practices and equipment that may help.