Discusses normal growth and development of children ages 2 to 5. Covers physical growth, language skills, toilet training, and eating and sleeping habits. Also discusses how kids think and manage their feelings. Includes info on routine medical visits.
Children usually move in natural, predictable steps as they grow and develop language, cognitive, social, and sensory and motor skills. But each child gains skills at their own pace. It's common for a child to be ahead in one area, such as language, but a little behind in another. At routine checkups, your child's...
What kinds of development occur in your baby's first month? Amazing changes are happening in your newborn's development. Babies' brains develop quickly, as they begin to think, learn, and remember. Newborns listen to and learn the sounds of language. They can communicate with sounds and facial expressions. Newborns also...
A growth hormone (GH) test measures the amount of human growth hormone (GH) in the blood. GH is made by the pituitary gland and is needed for growth. It plays an important role in how the body uses food for energy ( metabolism). The amount of GH in the blood changes during the day and is affected by exercise, sleep...
Growth modification (early treatment) is part of the first phase of two-stage orthodontic treatment of children with malocclusion (poor bite). Growth modification is only possible when bones are still growing. It is most effective during children's growth spurts. Orthodontists use growth modification devices...
The growth plates are the areas near each end of the long bones in children and adolescents where bone growth occurs. Also known as the epiphyseal plate or physis, this developing tissue determines how long and wide the bone will be when fully grown. During late adolescence, when growth stops, the growth plates close...
A growth spurt is a period when a child's height rapidly increases. Growth spurts are most obvious when a child is an infant (in the first year of life) and during the teen years (starting at about age 11 for girls and at about age 13 for boys). The signs of a growth spurt include: Increased appetite. A child's...
The guaiac fecal occult blood test (gFOBT) is used to screen for colorectal cancer. Cancer in the colon or polyps in the colon are more likely to bleed than normal colon tissue is. This test uses a chemical to check for very small amounts of blood in the stool. If signs of blood are found in the stool sample, more...
Guaifenesin is used to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, flu, or chronic bronchitis. Guaifenesin helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth. There are many brands and forms of guaifenesin available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet...
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There are many brands and forms of guaifenesin and phenylephrine available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the...
There are many brands and forms of guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in...
For cough. Brand Name(s): Mucinex. Generic Name: Guaifenesin Extended Release, Guaifenesin.
For cough. Brand Name(s): Diabetic Tussin EX, Mucinex, Robafen, Scot-Tussin, Siltussin. Generic Name: Guaifenesin.
For cough. Brand Name(s): Allfen Jr, Bidex, Liquibid, Refenesen. Generic Name: Guaifenesin.
Guaifenesin, hydrocodone, and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, sinus congestion, and chest congestion caused by the common cold. This medicine will not treat a cough with mucus, or cough that is caused by smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis. Guaifenesin, hydrocodone, and...
For cough. Brand Name(s): Obredon. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: coughing, stuffy nose. Brand Name(s): Hycofenix. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone/Pseudoephedrine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: coughing, stuffy nose. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Phenylephrine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: coughing, stuffy nose. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Phenylephrine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: coughing, stuffy nose. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Phenylephrine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: coughing, stuffy nose. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Pseudoephedrine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: coughing, stuffy nose. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Pseudoephedrine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: coughing, stuffy nose. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Pseudoephedrine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: coughing, stuffy nose. Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Pseudoephedrine.
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Guanfacine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given with other blood pressure medications. The Intuniv brand of guanfacine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Guanfacine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
For attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Brand Name(s): Intuniv. Generic Name: Guanfacine.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, high blood pressure. Generic Name: Guanfacine.
