Quebec – Most people infected with an infectious respiratory disease recover in about 2 weeks without special medical attention. So, in most cases, you can practise self-care at home. Managing symptoms in adults Rest: You probably feel weak and tired. While rest will help you fight the disease, it’s not good to stay in bed all the time. Resume your normal …
Health Canada secures children’s acetaminophen products
Ottawa – We share the concerns of parents and caregivers about their inability to find infant and children’s acetaminophen and ibuprofen. These products are essential for families, caregivers, and health care professionals to reduce fever and pain. We are announcing that we have secured foreign supply of children’s acetaminophen that will be available for sale at retail and in community …
Hearing loss related to painkillers
Toronto – Taking painkillers such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen or aspirin, can lead to hearing loss. Some antibiotics and chemotherapy agents are well known to cause ototoxicity. But they can be reversed after stopping medication.