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  • Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine

    Drug
    02/13/04, Healthwise

    People with minor illnesses, such as a cold, may be vaccinated. Those who are moderately or severely ill should usually wait until they recover before getting Hib vaccine.

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  • Rimantadine

    Drug
    12/03/07, Healthwise

    Before taking rimantadine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have a seizure disorder, kidney disease, or liver disease.

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  • Haemophilus b conjugate (HbOC) vaccine

    Drug
    03/11/08, Healthwise

    The haemophilus B conjugate vaccine is given in a series of shots. The first shot may be given when the child is at least 2 months old. The booster shots are then given at 2 months and 4 months after the first shot. A child may need only one or two s

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  • Haemophilus b conjugate (PRP-OMP) vaccine

    Drug
    03/11/08, Healthwise

    The haemophilus B conjugate vaccine is given in a series of shots. The first shot may be given when the child is at least 2 months old. Booster shots may be given at 12 to 15 months of age.

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  • Haemophilus b conjugate (PRP-T) vaccine

    Drug
    07/13/07, Healthwise

    The haemophilus B conjugate vaccine is given in a series of shots. In most cases, this vaccine is given as 2 separate shots, 2 months apart. A booster dose is then given 2 months after the last shot, or no later than 18 months of age.

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  • Immune Globulin

    Article
    02/12/09, Healthwise

    Immune globulin (also called gamma globulin or immunoglobulin) is a substance made from human blood plasma. The plasma, processed from donated human blood, contains antibodies that protect the body against diseases. When you are given

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  • Toxic Shock Syndrome - Home Treatment

    Article
    03/03/08, Healthwise

    Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a quickly progressing, life-threatening condition that cannot be treated at home. If you think you may have TSS, seek immediate medical attention.

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  • Encephalitis - Home Treatment

    Article
    08/05/08, Healthwise

    Because encephalitis can be a life-threatening condition, it is not appropriate to treat it at home. Symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, and confusion along with nausea and vomiting and possibly a stiff neck and back may be

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  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection - Prevention

    Article
    07/16/08, Healthwise

    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection is easy to catch (highly contagious). It is common for children to develop viral infections such as RSV if they are often exposed to infected people and have not built up immunity. There is no sure

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  • Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) - Prevention

    Article
    03/03/08, Healthwise

    The best way to prevent infection with hantaviruses is to avoid contact with rodents and their droppings. The majority of cases of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) have occurred in the southwestern region of the United States.

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