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Asprin, Pepto-Bismol, and Kaopectate Warning
Learn about the risk of Reye's syndrome to children and teens with viral illnesses who also take aspirin, pepto-bismol, or kaopectate.
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Reporting Side Effects
Instructions on reporting medication and vaccine side effects to the FDA and the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System.
Medication Names
What's in a name? Do you know how your child's medicines get their names?
Childrens Medication Links
Links to Internet sites with information about pediatric drugs and commonly used medications. Topics include databases with drug reference material, and information for consumers about how to administer medicines to their kids.
Poison Control
Find your local poison control center and keep it handy on a list of emergency numbers to be prepared for accidental poisonings.
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Cold and cough remedies, including those with a decongestant, cough suppressant, and multisymptom ingredients can help to relieve symptoms of an upper respiratory tract infection.
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Strattera for ADHD
Strattera (atomoxetine) is a new nonstimulant for treatment of symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD.
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Learn to avoid battles when getting your kids to take their medicine.
Choosing a Sunscreen
While you usually can't go wrong with using a brand that is targeted at kids, you could just as easily use a brand that is targeted for adults. Learn how to choose the right sunscreen for your kids.
Children's Thermometers
Learn about which type of thermometer you should use to take your child's temperature.
Acetaminophen
Learn which medications have acetaminophen as an ingredient so that you don't double dose your child.
The Pediatric Rule
The U.S. House of Representatives today overwhelmingly approved legislation that will require pharmaceutical companies to test specific medicines for use in children.
Eczema
Eczema or atopic dermatitis is sometimes worse in the summer, when kids are swimming and sweating. Learn to keep your child's eczema under control during the summertime.
First Aid Kit
Be prepared for emergencies with a well stocked first aid kit.
Insect Repellents
Insect repellents can protect your children from insects that commonly bite children, including mosquitoes, gnats, chiggers, etc. Safe and effective insect repellents include those with deet, citronella and soybean oil.
Buying Medicines Online
Hopefully everyone knows not to buy medicines online 'without a prescription', right? These articles provide more information about this dangerous practice:
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