DO NOT take this medicine by mouth. Remove the patch as directed before the procedure. Do not wear the patch for more than 30 minutes. Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. This patch should not be cut. Wash your hands...

Experts believe that one-third to one-half of all cancers can be prevented. That's because certain daily habits can make us more likely to get cancer. Changing these habits may help prevent cancer. For example, it may help to quit smoking, stay active, stay at a healthy weight, and get regular checkups and screenings...

For eye. Brand Name(s): Xiidra. Generic Name: Lifitegrast.

Light therapy is the use of a high-intensity fluorescent lamp (usually 10,000 lux) to treat a certain type of depression that occurs during the fall and winter months (seasonal affective disorder). Lamps used for light therapy are brighter than ordinary indoor lighting. A person sits in front of the light for about 30...

Light therapy is the main treatment for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). It's used for other conditions too. It is exposure to light that is brighter than indoor light but not as bright as direct sunlight. The most common light therapy uses a special type of fluorescent light, called a light box. Light therapy is...

Lightheadedness makes a person feel like they are about to faint or pass out. It is caused by a momentary drop in blood pressure and blood flow to the head. Nausea or vomiting sometimes accompanies lightheadedness. Symptoms usually improve or go away after lying down. It is common to feel lightheaded occasionally...

Linaclotide is used to treat chronic constipation, or chronic irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in people who have had constipation as the main symptom. Linaclotide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Linagliptin 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. Linagliptin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

For diabetes. Brand Name(s): Tradjenta. Generic Name: Linagliptin.

For diabetes. Brand Name(s): Jentadueto. Generic Name: Linagliptin/Metformin.

Lincomycin is an antibiotic that is used to treat severe bacterial infections in people who cannot use penicillin antibiotics. Lincomycin is used only for a severe infection. This medicine will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. Lincomycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this...

Linda works full time, has three young children, and has zero time for the gym. So when she learned that she had prediabetes, she had to find creative ways to fit activity into her day. "My trick is to not call it 'exercise.' Instead, I just look for ways to add small workouts to my day," she says. For example, after...

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Lindane is an anti-parasite medicine. Lindane topical (for the skin) kills certain parasites that live or lay eggs in your skin or hair. Lindane topical shampoo is used to treat head lice or pubic lice ("crabs"). Lindane topical lotion is used to treat scabies. This medicine is for use in adults and children...