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.

Zoledronic acid infusions for osteogenesis imperfecta (OI)

Zoledronic acid is a type of bisphosphonate, a medicine that prevents loss of bone mass. This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains about zoledronic acid infusions for osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), how they work and what to expect when yo

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Dexrazoxane

This page explains what dexrazoxane is, how it is given and some of the possible side effects.

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Using emollients safely

Clothing, bedding, dressings and bandages with skin cream dried on them can catch fire more easily causing severe and fatal burns.

This leaflet provides further information on how to safely use skin creams (emollients) that are potentially flammable.

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Giving your child medicines

Every child will need to take medicine at some point during childhood but we know from talking to parents that this can be a worry at times.

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Immunoglobulin treatment in Neurology

Immunoglobulin is also known as IgG or antibody. It is a blood product and is given often as replacement for people who are unable to make their own antibodies. This information sheet from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains what immunoglobulin i

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