Hydrops fetalis

Hydrops fetalis (fetal hydrops) is a serious condition in which fluid builds up in the tissues of a fetus. This fluid can cause swelling around the heart or lungs, in the belly, or under the skin. Hydrops fetalis can develop for a variety of reasons, such as from severe anemia, Rh disease, infections, and chromosomal...

hydroquinone topical

Hydroquinone topical (for the skin) is used to lighten areas of darkened skin such as freckles, age spots, melasma (sun damage), or chloasma (darkened skin caused by hormonal changes). Hydroquinone topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Hydrosalpinx

Hydrosalpinx is the buildup of a clear, watery fluid in a fallopian tube, usually at the end closest to the ovary. This condition can make it difficult for a woman to become pregnant (infertility). Treatment may include surgical removal of the part of the fallopian tube that generates the fluid (salpingectomy). Less...

Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is the use of water to treat a disease or to maintain health. It was part of a health movement that led to the development of naturopathic medicine. Hydrotherapy uses various forms of water, such as cold or hot water, ice, or steam. This can be done both inside and outside the body in many ways, including...

hydroxocobalamin (injection)

Hydroxocobalamin is a form of vitamin B-12. It is used as an antidote to cyanide poisoning. Hydroxocobalamin works by helping cells in the body convert cyanide to a form that can be removed from the body through urination. Hydroxocobalamin is used in an emergency to treat cyanide poisoning. This type of poisoning can...

Hydroxocobalamin Injection

This medicine is given as an IV injection into a vein. This medicine should be given over 15 minutes. This medicine should only be used by a person who has been trained to recognize when and how it should be used. This medicine can make you sensitive to the sun. Use sunscreen or protective clothing when in sun. Tell...

hydroxychloroquine

Hydroxychloroquine is used to treat or prevent malaria, a disease caused by parasites that enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Hydroxychloroquine is not effective against all strains of malaria, or against malaria in areas where the infection has been resistant to a similar drug called chloroquine...

Hydroxychloroquine Oral Tablet (HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE - ORAL)

This medicine is used for the following purposes: arthritis, autoimmune disorder, blood disorder, prevent malaria, malaria, calcium removal, skin inflammation, infections caused by bacteria. Brand Name(s): Plaquenil. Generic Name: Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate.

Hydroxycitric Acid for Weight Control

Garcinia cambogia How Much Is Usually Taken by Dieters? HCA, extracted from the rind of the Garcinia cambogia fruit grown in Southeast Asia, has a chemical composition similar to that of citric acid (the primary acid in oranges and other citrus fruits). Preliminary studies in animals suggest that HCA may be a useful...

hydroxyprogesterone injection

Hydroxyprogesterone is a form of progestin, a manmade form of a female hormone called progesterone. . Hydroxyprogesterone is used to lower the risk of premature birth in a woman who has already had one premature baby. Hydroxyprogesterone will not stop premature labor that has already begun. . Hydroxyprogesterone is not...

hydroxyquinoline (vaginal)

Hydroxyquinoline is used to maintain healthy acid pH levels in the vagina, to prevent bacteria from growing and causing odor. Hydroxyquinoline is used to lubricate and deodorize the vagina, and to prevent the growth of bacteria. Hydroxyquinoline is often used in women who wear a vaginal pessary (a device inserted into...

hydroxyurea

Hydroxyurea is used to treat chronic myeloid leukemia, ovarian cancer, and certain types of skin cancer (squamous cell cancer of the head and neck). Hydroxyurea is also used to reduce pain episodes and the need for blood transfusions in people with sickle cell anemia. Hydroxyurea will not cure sickle cell anemia...

Hydroxyurea

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

hydroxyzine

Hydroxyzine reduces activity in the central nervous system. It also acts as an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of itching, or hives on the skin. Hydroxyzine is used as a sedative to treat anxiety and tension. It is also used together with...

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