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- Copyright (c) 1991-92,1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc.
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- A Resource About Medicine Use by Children
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- Medications can truly work wonders when taken properly, and used as
- directed. That is true for both adults and children. But when we make
- mistakes in the way we give our children their medications, or fail to teach
- them the proper use of medicines, the much desired effects may be replaced by
- side effects that are unwanted and unnecessary. Much of the information you
- need to know should be obtained from your physician in consultation, and any
- changes in dosage or timing of medications should only take place after
- checking with the doctor. To help you in understanding this problem, and aid
- you in talking to your health professional and your child, the National
- Council on Patient Information and Education (NCPIE) offers a fine brochure,
- entitled " A Parent's Guide for Medicine Use by Children" that includes, not
- only the information I have already outlined, but a listing of the five
- important questions to ask your doctor, with spaces provided for noting the
- answers, as well as a Medicine Record to properly time the doses, and be sure
- they are given on time and in the right dose. For your child's sake, write
- today to "Parent's Guide, National Council on Patient Information and
- Education, 666 11th Street, NW, Suite 810, Dept. FD, Washington, DC 20001,
- and enclose a stamped self addressed, business size envelope. Not only will
- your children profit, but your relations with all who may be concerned with
- their medications, grandparents, day care helpers, babysitters, schools and
- teachers, will be improved as you follow the many suggestions included in this
- important brochure.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
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