Risperidone is most often used to treat psychosis or mania. It is also used to treat some symptoms of dementia. This pamphlet explains how to take risperidone, how it helps, how quickly it will work, how long you should take it, and possible side effects.
Rituximab is a medication that works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and if this medication is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
People with kidney disease cannot process enough Vitamin D. Rocaltrol raises the amount of vitamin D in your body that can be used. This pamphlet outlines how to take the medication and side effects to watch for.
This pamphlet outlines costs and steps for requesting a semi-private or private room. This pamphlet is also available in French and Arabic.
PL-1131-FR : Ce dépliant fait partie de la série sur le diabète chez les enfants et les jeunes.
Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) uses electrical impulses to stimulate the nerves that control the bladder and bowel. This pamphlet explains what to expect if you have this surgery. Topics include how SNM works, how the device is put in, what happens after surgery, care of the neurostimulator, warnings, possible risks, and symptoms to watch for.
This pamphlet lists signs that you may have a swallowing problem. It includes Safe Swallow Guidelines everyone should follow, tips for support persons, and oral care tips, as well as symptoms that need medical attention.
This pamphlet explains the role that you and your family play in terms of safety during your child's hospital visit. This pamphlet is also available in French.
A parotidectomy is surgery to remove your parotid gland(s). The parotid glands are large salivary glands. They are on the side of your face, just in front of and below your ears. This pamphlet explains what will happen before and after surgery, care at home, follow-up care, and symptoms to watch for.