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146 Patient Education Resources

Sclerotherapy Discharge Instructions: Dr. MacKean

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WG85-0206

Your varicose veins have been injected with a special medication during a treatment called sclerotherapy. This pamphlet gives specific directions to prevent blood clots from forming in your healthy veins. Mild side effects and a list of symptoms that require medical attention right away are provided.

Self-Administration of Select Subcutaneous Chemotherapy Drugs

| .pdf | PRINT CODE NSHCCP-4034

You have been prescribed a drug for your cancer that can be given at home using a needle. Your cancer care team will give you the supplies needed to do this safely. This pamphlet explains how to give yourself the drug, including what to do before you start, how to get ready for the injection, choosing and preparing the injection site, and injecting the dose.

Sevelamer (Renagel®) and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WQ85-1464

Sevelamer is a medication that lowers the amount of phosphorus in your blood. Hemodialysis can remove some of the extra phosphorus, but you may need a medication like sevelamer to remove more. This pamphlet explains how to take sevelamer, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.

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