What is gastroparesis? After a meal, the stomach normally empties in 1½ to 2 hours. When you have gastroparesis, your stomach takes a lot longer to empty. The delay results in bothersome symptoms that may become more severe over time. Bezoar is a fairly rare condition related to gastroparesis. In this condition, food...
Gastroparesis is a disorder in which the stomach takes too long to empty after eating. The delay is caused by damage to the stomach nerves or muscles and results in bloating, heartburn, and belly pain. Diabetes is one of the most common causes of gastroparesis. Other causes include some disorders of the nervous system...
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Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination antibiotic and steroid medicine that is used to treat eye inflammation caused by conditions such as uveitis, eye injury, radiation, chemical burns, or certain other conditions. This medicine is used when there is a risk of bacterial infection in or...
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Gatifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that fights bacteria. Gatifloxacin ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. Gatifloxacin ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
For eye infection. Brand Name(s): Zymaxid. Generic Name: Gatifloxacin.
Gefitinib is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Gefitinib is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer. . Gefitinib is sometimes used to treat cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Gefitinib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication...
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For treating cancer. Brand Name(s): Iressa. Generic Name: Gefitinib.
A vaginal pessary is a removable device placed into the vagina. A Gellhorn pessary is designed to support areas of pelvic organ prolapse. It can be used in cases of prolapse of the uterus, bladder, rectum, and small bowel, as well as vaginal vault prolapse.
Gemcitabine is used to treat cancers of the pancreas, lung, ovary, and breast. Gemcitabine is sometimes given with other cancer medicines, or when other cancer treatments did not work or have stopped working. Gemcitabine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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For treating cancer. Generic Name: Gemcitabine.
For treating cancer. Brand Name(s): Infugem. Generic Name: Gemcitabine.
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Gemfibrozil helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides (fatty acids) in the blood. High levels of these types of fat in the blood are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis (clogged arteries). Gemfibrozil is used together with diet to treat very high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in people with...
To lower high fat levels in blood. Brand Name(s): Lopid. Generic Name: Gemfibrozil.
Gemifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone (flor-o-KWIN-o-lone) antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Gemifloxacin is used to treat different types of bacterial infections in the lungs. Fluoroquinolone antibiotics can cause serious or disabling side effects. Gemifloxacin should be used only for infections that cannot be...
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For treating bacterial infection. Brand Name(s): Factive. Generic Name: Gemifloxacin.
Gemtuzumab ozogamicin is a monoclonal antibody linked to a chemotherapy drug. Monoclonal antibodies are made to target and destroy only certain cells in the body. This may help to protect healthy cells from damage. Gemtuzumab ozogamicin is used to treat a certain type (CD33-positive) of newly-diagnosed acute myeloid...
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For treating cancer. Brand Name(s): Mylotarg. Generic Name: Gemtuzumab Ozogamicin.
What is gender dysphoria? Dysphoria means feeling distressed or uneasy. Gender dysphoria is a feeling of emotional distress because your inner sense of your gender ( gender identity) doesn't match the sex that you were assigned at birth. For transgender and some gender-diverse people, their gender identity doesn't match...
Gender dysphoria is a feeling of emotional distress because your inner sense of your gender (gender identity) doesn't match the sex that you were assigned at birth. Many, but not all, transgender and gender-diverse people have gender dysphoria. Symptoms can include feeling uncomfortable or upset about parts of your body...
Gender identity is your inner sense of being male, female, both, neither, or some other gender. And for some people, gender identity can shift or be flexible. Many people feel that their gender identity matches their sex assigned at birth (cisgender). But for some people, their gender identity does not match the sex...
Gender identity is your inner sense of being male, female, both, neither, or another gender. For some people, their gender identity doesn't match the sex they were assigned at birth. Most children start to identify their gender around age 3. Many transgender and gender-diverse adults remember feeling at a young age that...
A gene contains genetic information that is passed from a parent to their child. This determines the color of a person's hair, eyes, and skin. Genes affect a person's risk for getting some diseases. Genes also affect how people respond to medicines. Genes are arranged on structures called chromosomes. Changes...
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