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Medicines information

The information in this section describes medicines, how they are given and some of their possible side effects.

If you have any questions or concerns about medications, please ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

Oral sirolimus to treat vascular problems

This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) provides information about sirolimus (also known as rapamycin) oral solution and tablets, how it is given and some of the possible side effects. Each person reacts differently to medicines, so your child

Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) and vitamin D

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient needed for healthy bones, and to control the amount of calcium in our blood. Most people get little Vitamin D in their diet – it is found in oily fish, liver, eggs and dairy food. This page from Great Ormond Street Hospi

Pamidronate infusions for Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI)

Pamidronate is a type of bisphosphonate, a medicine that prevents loss of bone mass. This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains about pamidronate infusions for osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), how it works and what to expect when your child

Paraldehyde and olive oil enema

Paraldehyde is a medicine given to treat seizures or status epilepticus. It works by damping down (suppressing) the nervous system so that a seizure will stop. It has a sedative effect so children usually sleep after it has been given.

Propranolol for heart conditions

Propranolol belongs to a group of drugs called beta blockers. It is used in patients with heart problems to control high blood pressure or irregular heart beats.This information sheet describes how this medicine is given and some of its possible side effe