Coleus How Much Is Usually Taken by Dieters? Although no clinical trials have been done, there are modern references to use of the herb coleus for weight loss. 1 Coleus extracts standardized to 18% forskolin are available, and 50 to 100 mg can be taken two to three times per day. Fluid extract can be taken in the amount...

Colic is an extreme type of crying in a baby between 3 weeks and 3 months of age. All babies cry, but a colicky baby will cry for hours at a time, no matter what you do. During a crying episode, a colicky baby may cry loudly and continuously and be hard to comfort. The baby may get red in the face, clench the fists, and...

Calm your fussy baby’s colic by getting to the root of the cause. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Give calming herbs a try During colic episodes, give your infant 1/2 cup (118 ml) of a tea made from chamomile, vervain, licorice, fennel, and lemon balm . Find a new...

A diary for colic shows the baby's daily activities and the amount of time spent in each one. The diary should include: Crying and fussing periods. Who was present when the baby was crying? What comfort measures were used? Was the baby being held when the crying began? Sleeping periods. Was the baby sleeping alone or in...

Colistimethate is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Colistimethate is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. Colistimethate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

Colistin and neomycin are antibiotics that fight bacteria. Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Thonzonium is a wetting agent. Colistin, hydrocortisone, neomycin, and thonzonium otic (for the ears) is a combination medicine used to treat outer ear...

Collagen is a protein that forms the strong, flexible white fibers of the body's bone, cartilage, and connective tissue (such as tendons, ligaments, and skin).

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Collagenase topical (for the skin) is used to treat severe burns or skin ulcers in adults. This medicine helps remove dead skin tissue and aid in wound healing. . Collagenase topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Briefly discusses causes and symptoms of a collapsed lung (also called pneumothorax). Covers how it is diagnosed and treated.

How to Use It The typical recommendation is 1 teaspoon per day, with each teaspoon (5 ml) containing 10 parts per million (ppm) of silver or 50 mcg of silver. This amount is in keeping with the average amount of silver consumed from food and water: roughly 350 mcg per day for most people. However, little in known about...

Studies show that diet and lifestyle changes may reduce risk of getting this cancer. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Eat risk-reducing foods Load up on healthy portions of fiber, tomato products, cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, kale, cabbage, Brussels sprouts)...

Colon cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the tissues of the colon. The colon is part of the body's digestive system. The digestive system takes in nutrients (vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water) from foods and helps pass waste material out of the body. The digestive system is made up...