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  2. Clark's rule - Wikipedia

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    The procedure is to take the child's weight in pounds, divide by 150 lb, and multiply the fractional result by the adult dose to find the equivalent child dosage.For example, if an adult dose of medication calls for 30 mg and the child weighs 30 lb, divide the weight by 150 (30/150) to obtain 1/5 and multiply 1/5 times 30 mg to get 6 mg.

  3. British National Formulary for Children - Wikipedia

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    The BNF for Children developed from the British National Formulary (BNF), which prior to 2005 had provided information on the treatment of children, with the doses largely determined by calculations based on the body weight of the child. The guidance was provided by pharmacists and doctors whose expertise was in the care of adults.

  4. Promethazine - Wikipedia

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    Promethazine, sold under the brand name Phenergan among others, is a first-generation antihistamine, sedative, and antiemetic used to treat allergies, insomnia, and nausea. It may also help with some symptoms associated with the common cold [ 4 ] and may also be used for sedating people who are agitated or anxious, an effect that has led to ...

  5. Broselow tape - Wikipedia

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    The Broselow Tape is designed for children up to approximately 12 years of age who have a maximum weight of roughly 36 kg (79 lb). The Broselow Tape is recognized in most medical textbooks and publications as a standard for the emergency treatment of children.

  6. How Long Can You Take Semaglutide for Weight Loss? - AOL

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    Participants lost weight during the first 65 weeks of treatment and then maintained weight loss over the rest of the experiment. The four-year trial didn’t show any new safety concerns ...

  7. Bitter cold in forecast: December set for 'coldest start' in ...

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    With below freezing temperatures forecast for the region, the agency recommended residents "take measures to protect young children, the elderly and the homeless. To prevent water pipes from ...

  8. Childhood immunizations in the United States - Wikipedia

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    This vaccine is a 2 or 3 dose series, depending on the brand of the vaccine, that is given at 2 and 4 months in the 2 dose series and at 2,4 and 6 months in the 3 dose series. Studies show that this vaccine is 85-98% effective against severe rotavirus disease and is 74-87% effective against rotavirus disease of any severity in the first year ...

  9. Don't make these holiday card mistakes this year: What to ...

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    A seasonal greeting card, whether handwritten on personalized Christmas stationary or typed out on a tasteful e-card, is one way to show family and friends you care about them this holiday season ...