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At Sheffield Children’s we are changing the way that children with narcolepsy get their medications. We will be posting the medication to you, instead of you collecting it from your local pharmacy. The new way I will receive my medications Your hospital doctor writes a prescription for your...

Why have I been given this resource? You may have been given this resource by your doctor, nurse or pharmacist as you have agreed to have one or more of your medicines delivered to your home. This is called homecare medicine service. This resource should provide you with information you need about...

What are NSAIDs? NSAIDs are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines. They help reduce inflammation, pain, stiffness and fever. NSAIDs are not a cure. They are commonly used to treat the symptoms of childhood inflammatory arthritis. Higher doses may be needed to help reduce inflammation than are...

What is antimicrobial stewardship? Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) is the name for systems that help both people who prescribe medicines. Those who use medicines to treat infections know the best way to use them and to prevent unwanted effects. What is an antibiotic? An antibiotic is the name for a...

What is linezolid and why have I been prescribed it? Linezolid is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria (bugs) that can cause complex infections. It has been recommended by your doctor. Please tell your pharmacist or doctor if you: have ever had an allergic reaction to...

Introduction This resource is about the use of morphine to reduce moderate to severe pain. This might be pain from an injury, after an operation or due to an illness. This information has been written specifically about the use of this medicine in children. The information may differ from that...

Why does my child need sedation? Your child needs sedation because they are due to have a procedure that may be painful or distressing. This could be something like cleaning and stitching a wound, or repositioning a broken bone. Sedation can make your child sleepy and relaxed and it aims to reduce...

There are many ways to access advice and treatment in today’s NHS. Using the most appropriate route is helpful for yourselves, other patients, and the NHS. Sometimes, when children attend the Emergency Department it is because it is unclear where to go and this seems to be the most straightforward...