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Everyone experiences pain in their lifetime. However, many people experience chronic pain that may come in the form of mild pain or pain in short increments or for others it could restrict daily functioning. Chronic pain is not only related to physical …

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Guanfacine (Intuniv XR®) belongs to a group of medications called “alpha2 agonists”. What is this medication used for? Health Canada has approved guanfacine extended-release (XR) for use in children and adolescents age 6 years and older. Guanfacine can …

Alprazolam (Xanax®) Clonazepam (Rivotril®) Diazepam (Valium®) Lorazepam (Ativan®) Oxazepam (Serax®) Temazepam (Restoril®) Triazolam (Halcion®) What is this medication used for? Benzodiazepines are medications used in the management of seizure disorders …

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) belong to a class of medication called “antidepressants.” Citalopram (Celexa®) Escitalopram (Cipralex®) Fluoxetine (Prozac®) Fluvoxamine (Luvox®) Paroxetine (Paxil®, Paxil CR®) Sertraline (Zoloft®) What is …

Traditional antidepressants may also be referred to as “tricyclic” antidepressants (TCAs). Amitriptyline (Elavil®) Desipramine (Norpramin®) Doxepin (Sinequan®) Imipramine (Tofranil®) Nortriptyline (Aventyl®) Trimipramine What is this medication used for? …

Mirtazapine (Remeron® and generic forms) belongs to a group of medications called “antidepressants.” What is this medication used for? Mirtazapine is not approved by Health Canada for use in children and adolescents. However, mirtazapine may help treat …

Clonidine (Catapres®, Dixarit® and generic forms) belongs to a group of medications called “alpha 2 agonists.” What is this medication used for? Clonidine is not approved by Health Canada for use in children and adolescents. However, clonidine can help …

Adapted with permission by BC Children's Hospital. Original post can be found here . The recent smoky skies from wildfires can trigger anxiety in children and youth about climate change.   ‘It’s depressing to see the smoke and the environment changing,” …

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Buprenorphine/Naloxone (Suboxone®) belongs to a group of medications called opioid agonist therapy (OAT). What is this medication used for? Buprenorphine/naloxone is approved by Health Canada for management of adults with moderate to severe opioid …

Buprenorphine extended-release injection (Sublocade®) belongs to a group of medications called opioid agonist therapy (OAT). What is this medication used for? Buprenorphine extended-release injection is approved by Health Canada for management of adults …