Question 1

what is the outlook for a child with bipolar who is on medication?

Accepted Answer

Good on meds: Bipolar disease is an inherited disorder that can present at any age.  When symptoms occur in children, they can often be controlled with medication.  It is likely that the child will require some form of medication during his/her lifetime; however, on medication, the child can be symptom free.

Question 2

stomach pain on child of 4yr what is the medication?

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Tylenol (acetaminophen): Is the only medicine you should use, unless you have him seen by the doctor to make sure other medications are safe and/or helpful.  If tylenol (acetaminophen) is not good enough, then you should have him seen.

Question 3

what are the effects of risperdial medication on a down's syndrome child?

Accepted Answer

Not really known: It's not really known, it's a risk benefit analysis in every case.

Question 4

should i be taking medication for p.c.o.s? i also would like to start trying for a child, any tips?

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Need regular periods: The main goal of medical treatment for pcos is to establish regular periods so that you are ovulating, that is, producing an egg ready to be fertilized, with every monthly cycle. Implied in that statement is that you are cycling every month. The heavy, irregular periods experienced by most pcos patients are usually dysfunctional, a hallmark of pcos. See a doctor to be evaluated, for this reason.

Question 5

i has ms and i take medicine for it. would i be able to have a child if i wanted to and still be on medication?

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Possibly: I have a mom who has gone through 3 successful pregnancies with a similar setup. The SSRI is a category C drug during pregnancy with some but workable effects on some newborns.The Copaxone (glatiramer) is a category B with no negatives.You will need to have great family support and or a nanny to deal wit rambunctious kids, so be prepared.

Question 6

are there any adhd/add medication effects on one's ability to conceive a child?

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Yes: Adhd meds can cause euphoria, increased energy, loss of inhibition and impulsive "risky" sex. These meds. May cause serious medical problems to the mother's physical and mental health and effect her ability to conceive. Babies born to such mothers are at risk for miscarriage, low birth weight and developmental delay.

Question 7

how can i get my child take medications safely and effectively?

Accepted Answer

Ask pediatric nurse: Your pediatrician or one of the staff is the best source about what medication is safe and how to use it, where to store them, which ones to avoid..All aspects of treatment and otc med info; likewise, they'll gear how to give medicine according to child's ability, likes and dislikes--perhaps liquid form, crushing into powder, in a liquid drink, in apple sauce.  Still need advice for particular med.

Question 8

i have a child who has been on medication for adhd and find the effectiveness random.  any good alternatives?

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Yes: Try eliminating dairy, gluten and processed foods. Have child play outside daily..Reconnecting with nature can be helpful. Probiotics and cod liver oil help in some cases. Homeopathy, chinese medicine can also help immensely. Get tv, computer, electronics out of child's bedroom. Some supplements that provide Amino Acids and b vitamins can be helpful....One example is one called brain sustain.

Question 9

are antifungal medications safe for my unborn child?

Accepted Answer

No clear info: The majority of oral antifungal agents are classified as having undetermined risk for pregnancy. There are either no studies on human fetal effect or some animal studies suggesting problems. Topical medications are less likely to be absorbed at a level wherer fetal effect could be seen. To minimize risk if truely needed, use oral after the first trimester.

Question 10

how to calm coughing in a child without using medication?

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Environment: Dust free environment, change pillow cases twice a week, no pets in bedroom, change bed sheets once a week, remove rugs in bedroom, ventilate bedroom clean air filters.  Try slowing breathing rate down by blowing out like you blowing out a candle to lengthen time of exhaling air. Check with pediatrician.

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