Botanical names: Aloe barbadensis, Aloe vera How It Works The constituents of aloe latex responsible for its laxative effects are known as anthraquinone glycosides. These molecules are split by the normal bacteria in the large intestines to form other molecules (aglycones), which exert the laxative action. Since aloe is...
Aloe polysaccharides comes from the aloe vera plant. Hydrocortisone is a steroid, and iodoquinol is an antibiotic and antifungal medicine. Aloe polysaccharides, hydrocortisone, and iodoquinol topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine that is used to treat itching, inflammation, irritation, and infections of the...
Aloe vera topical is made from the extract of the aloe vera plant leaf. Aloe vera is also known as Burn Plant, Elephant's Gall, Ghee-Kunwar, Hsiang-Dan, Kanya, Kumari, Lily of the Desert, Miracle Plant, and other names. Aloe vera topical has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating...
Alogliptin is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes. Alogliptin is sometimes used in combination with other diabetes medications. Alogliptin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication...
Alogliptin and metformin is a combination medicine that is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes. Alogliptin and metformin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Alogliptin and pioglitazone is a combination medicine used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes. Alogliptin and pioglitazone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
For diabetes. Brand Name(s): Nesina. Generic Name: Alogliptin.
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For diabetes. Brand Name(s): Kazano. Generic Name: Alogliptin/Metformin.
For diabetes. Generic Name: Alogliptin/Metformin.
For diabetes. Brand Name(s): Oseni. Generic Name: Alogliptin/Pioglitazone.
What is alopecia areata? Alopecia areata (say "al-uh-PEE-shuh ar-ee-ah-t uh") is a type of hair loss that affects hair on the scalp or other areas of the body. The condition happens when your immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, where hair growth begins. Alopecia areata is more common in young people. But it...
Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that affects the hair on the scalp or other areas of the body. The condition happens when the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicle roots, where hair growth begins. This type of hair loss is most common in young people, but it can happen at any age. Clumps of hair may fall...
Alosetron blocks the action of a chemical called serotonin in the intestines. This slows the movement of stools (bowel movements) through the intestines. Alosetron is used to treat severe, chronic irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in women with diarrhea as the main symptom for at least 6 months. Alosetron is given after...
For irritable bowel syndrome. Brand Name(s): Lotronex. Generic Name: Alosetron.
Alpelisib (Piqray) is used in men and postmenopausal women with HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer that is advanced or has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic). This medicine is given in combination with fulvestrant (Faslodex). Alpelisib (Vijoice) is used to treat people 2 years and older with a...
This medicine is used for the following purposes: growth disorders, cancer. Brand Name(s): Piqray. Generic Name: Alpelisib.
For chronic lung disease (COPD). Generic Name: Alpha 1-proteinase inhibitor, human.
Alpha 1-proteinase inhibitor is a protein (alpha 1-antitrypsin) that occurs naturally in the body and helps prevent breakdown of tissues in the lungs. People who lack this protein because of a genetic deficiency can develop damage to the air sacs in the lungs (emphysema). Alpha 1-proteinase inhibitor is used to treat...
How to Use It Only intravenous AKG has been used in research studies; no reliable information about desirable oral amounts is available. Where to Find It AKG is present in many foods and is synthesized for use in dietary supplements. Possible Deficiencies AKG is not an essential nutrient, and no deficiency has been...
Alpha Ketoglutarate (AKG) How Much Is Usually Taken by Athletes? Manufacturers recommend 1 to 2 grams prior to workouts. Side Effects At the time of writing, there were no well-known side effects caused by this supplement. Interactions with Supplements, Foods, & Other Compounds At the time of writing, there were no...
How to Use It The amount of alpha lipoic acid used in research to improve diabetic neuropathies is 800 mg per day and 150 mg per day for glaucoma. However, much lower amounts, such as 20–50 mg per day, are recommended by some doctors for general antioxidant protection, although there is no clear evidence that such...
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) is a protein normally found in the lungs and the bloodstream. It helps protect the lungs from diseases such as emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Some people do not make enough of this protein or they make an abnormal type of AAT, either of which can cause AAT...
Alpha-blocker medicines relax smooth muscle in the body. Smooth muscle controls the blood vessels, intestines, bladder and urinary tract, and other involuntary actions in the body. Examples of alpha-blocker medicines include alfuzosin, doxazosin, silodosin, tamsulosin, and terazosin. Alpha-blockers are also called...
An alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) blood test checks the level of AFP in a pregnant woman's blood. AFP is a substance made in the liver of an unborn baby (fetus). The amount of AFP in the blood of a pregnant woman can help see whether the baby may have such problems as spina bifida and anencephaly. An AFP test can also be done...
Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant also known as Acetate Replacing Factor, ALA, Biletan, Lipoicin, Thioctan, and many other names. Alpha-lipoic acid is a naturally occurring fatty acid that can be found in many foods such as yeast, spinach, broccoli, potatoes, and organ meats such as liver or kidney. Alpha-lipoic acid...
Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen) that is used to treat anxiety disorders and panic disorders. Alprazolam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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For anxiety. Generic Name: Alprazolam.
For anxiety. Brand Name(s): Xanax. Generic Name: Alprazolam.
