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Buccal Midazolam Directions (Quick-Guide) For Epileptic Seizures
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How is buccal midazolam given?
The midazolam solution should be placed against the sides of the gums and cheek so that the medicine is absorbed directly into the bloodstream. This is known as the buccal or oromucosal route. Administer slowly. If the medicine is swallowed accidentally, it might not work as quickly. Nowadays, Buccal Midazolam is prescribed mainly in an easy to use pre-filled syringe eg. Epistatus Pre-filled syringe or Buccolam pre-filled syringe.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) in infants and Children Part 2
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Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) in infants and Children Part 1
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Weight, body mass index and waist circumference
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Many experts recognise body mass index (BMI) as the most accurate way to determine if you are a healthy weight for your height by providing a numerical rating. Recent medical research uses BMI as an indicator of an individual’s health status and disease risk. Below are the ranges for BMI values for adults: Category BMI Health risk Underweight Less than 18.5 Osteoporosis, infertility and lung disease. Recommended to speak to a GP. Healthy Weight 18.6 – 24.9 Low risk of a weight related disease. Overweight 25.0 – 29.9 type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, gallbladder disease and...