Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pharmacy Department. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

0613

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This pamphlet will inform the reader about ACE inhibitors and how to use them. The pamphlet explains what this type of medication is used for and how to take it. Other topics covered in the pamphlet are: who should not take this medication, how to store this medication, what to do if you miss a dose, and medicines and foods to avoid. Symptoms that would need to be evaluated by a physician in the Emergency Department are listed.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Gastroenterology. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1207

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Your healthcare provider feels that treatment with adalimumab may be helpful in managing your inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This pamphlet describes what adalimumab is and some important aspects of therapy with this medication. Precautions and possible side effects are listed.

Capital Health (N.S.). Halifax, NS: Capital Health , 2011.

Pamphlet Number

0172

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A laminaria which is about the size of a matchstick has been placed in the cervix. It is very important to return to the Clinic the next day. You must have someone accompany you home and stay with you to provide care as needed. If you have heavy bleeding, strong cramps that do not settle, a fever or chills, you should go to the Emergency Department.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Emergency Department, Hants Community Hospital. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

1389

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This pamphlet provides details on how to care for your child after they have received sedation at the Hants Community Hospital. Specific instructions are given for how to keep your child safe and when they may start eating again after sedation.

Capital Health (N.S.). Anticoagulation Clinic. Halifax, NS: Capital Health , 2012.

Pamphlet Number

0451

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Directions are provided for your yearly appointment at the Anticoagulation Clinic, VG Site, QEII.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pharmacy Services, QEII. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1627

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Aripiprazole is most often used to treat psychosis. It is also used to treat mania and sometimes depression. Possible side effects as well as a list of symptoms that it helps to relieve are reviewed. How quickly it starts working, how long to take it, and other general information is provided.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pharmacy Department. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

0071

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This pamphlet will inform the reader about aspirin and how to use it. The pamphlet explains what this medication is used for and how to take it. Other topics covered in the pamphlet are: who should not take this medication, how to store this medication, what to do if you miss a dose, and medicines and foods to avoid. Symptoms that would need to be evaluated by a physician in the Emergency Department are listed.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pharmacy Department. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

0294

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This pamphlet will inform the reader about beta blockers and how to use them. The pamphlet explains what this type of medication is used for and how to take it. Other topics covered in the pamphlet are: who should not take this medication, how to store this medication, what to do if you miss a dose, and medicines and foods to avoid. Symptoms that would need to be evaluated by a physician in the Emergency Department are listed.

Capital Health (N.S.) College of Pharmacy, Dalhousie University. Halifax, NS: Capital Health , 2014.

Pamphlet Number

1526

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Bioidentical hormones (BHs) are hormones that are made in a laboratory to be just like human hormones. This pamphlet outlines why BHs are used, their effectiveness, safety, and other information for treating menopause-related vasomotor symptoms.

Capital Health (N.S.). Halifax, NS: Capital Health , 2011.

Pamphlet Number

0255

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The skin patch, Evra, is a once a week birth control method. The patch will not be prescribed for women who smoke and are older than 35. The risk of heart attack and stroke are too high. This pamphlet identifies who should not use the patch, how to use the patch, and some important points to remember when using the patch.

Capital Health (N.S.). Termination of Pregnancy Unit. Halifax, NS: Capital Health , 2011.

Pamphlet Number

0171

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Birth control pills are more than 99% effective when taken properly. Some medications that make birth control pills less effective are listed. You can become pregnant if you forget a pill or if you are 4 hours late in taking a pill. The best action to take if you miss 1 pill, miss 2 pills or miss your period is given. The benefits and disadvantages of birth control pills are given.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Renal Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1475

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This pamphlet describes how to get ready for a colonoscopy if you have chronic kidney disease. Steps to prepare solutions on the day before your colonoscopy are listed. The day before your procedure and on the day of the test you should drink only clear liquids, and a suggested list is included. Remember not to eat any food or drink milk, or other liquids that are not clear, on the day before your colonoscopy or on the day of the test.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

1818

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If you have peritonitis (an infection in your peritoneum), your renal team may tell you to take an antibiotic, such as cefazolin. This pamphlet explains some of the possible side effects of cefazolin, how to give yourself this drug, and how to store this drug. What to do if you have questions and a list of things to remember are also provided.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

1819

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If you have peritonitis (an infection in your peritoneum), your renal team may tell you to take an antibiotic, such as ceftazidime. This pamphlet explains some of the possible side effects of ceftazidime, how to give yourself this drug, and how to store this drug. What to do if you have questions and a list of things to remember are also provided.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pharmacy Department. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

0249

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This pamphlet will inform the reader about clopidogrel and how to use it. The pamphlet explains what this medication is used for and how to take it. Other topics covered in the pamphlet are: who should not take this medication, how to store this medication, what to do if you miss a dose, and medicines and foods to avoid. Symptoms that would need to be evaluated by a physician in the Emergency Department are listed.

Capital Health (N.S.). Gastroenterology. Halifax, NS: Capital Health , 2014.

Pamphlet Number

1546

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Corticosteroids (kor-ti-koh-STER-oids) are strong inhibitors of inflammation. This pamphlet explains what corticosteriods do, how they work, when they are used, and how they are given. What to expect after treatment, cost, precautions, side effects, and a list of symptoms that require you to contact your doctor are provided. ; This pamphlet replaced pamphlet 1139, Prednisone Therapy.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. The Working Group for the Care of Patients Receiving Cytotoxic Drugs for Non-Cancer Purposes. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

0683

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This booklet describes what you and your family, friends, and caregivers need to know about cytotoxic precautions. Topics include: what cytoxic precautions are, how long you need to follow them, how the medication leaves your body, how to handle body wastes, protective equipment used by your healthcare team, how your family should protect themselves, and special instructions about handling laundry. The French version of this pamphlet 1728, "Précautions cytotoxiques durant votre hospitalisation"…

Capital Health (N.S.). Halifax, NS: Capital Health , 2011.

Pamphlet Number

0112

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Depo-Provera is an injection of hormones that prevents pregnancy. It is more than 99% effective when taken every 12 weeks. The advantages and disadvantages of this medicine are given. Certain women should not take Depo-Provera.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

1493

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Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs) are a group of medicines that help take the place of a hormone called erythropoietin (EPO). People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) may not have enough EPO coming from their kidneys to tell the body to make more red blood cells. This can cause their red blood cell count to drop and anemia to develop. How to take the medicine and possible side effects to watch for are reviewed.

Capital Health (N.S.). Renal Program. Halifax, NS: Capital Health , 2012.

Pamphlet Number

1466

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This pamphlet was prepared to explain how Fosrenol® can benefit a person with kidney disease and on hemodialysis/haemodialysis. This drug is used to treat high levels of phosphorus in the body which cannot be completely removed by the hemodialysis treatments. How to take the medicine and what side effects to watch for are reviewed.