For treating cancer. Brand Name(s): Alkeran. Generic Name: Melphalan.

Memantine reduces the actions of chemicals in the brain that may contribute to the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer's type. Memantine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

For Alzheimer's disease. Brand Name(s): Namenda. Generic Name: Memantine.

Problems with memory, judgment, or problem solving include things like: Frequently misplacing items you use often (unless you have always done this). Getting lost while walking or driving in a place you know well. Having more trouble with tasks you used to be able to do without difficulty, like balancing your checkbook...

The following suggestions may help you develop a plan to help a family member who has an ongoing problem with memory, problem solving, judgment, or the ability to handle daily tasks. These suggestions are basic and do not include all the information you will need to care for your family member. Your doctor may have...

Provides links to topics that cover men's health issues. Includes info on birth control methods, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and choosing surgery or radiation to treat prostate cancer.

Ménière's (say "men-YEERS") disease is a disorder of the inner ear that affects hearing and balance. It causes sudden attacks of vertigo (a spinning sensation), tinnitus (a loud ringing in the ears), and hearing loss that may be temporary or permanent. The cause of Ménière's disease is not known, but it may be related...

Ringing or roaring sounds in the ears, along with episodes of vertigo, may signal the presence of Ménière’s disease. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Fight back with flavonoids Take 2 grams a day of hydroxyethylrutosides or similar flavonoids to improve symptoms...

What is meningitis? Meningitis is inflammation of the lining around the brain and spinal cord. It's usually caused by an infection. The infection occurs most often in children, teens, and young adults. Also at risk are older adults and people who have long-term health problems, such as a weakened immune system. There...

Brand Name(s): Menactra ®, Menomune ®, Menveo ®, MenHibrix ® (as a combination product containing Haemophilus influenzae type b, Meningococcal Vaccine) Other Name(s): MenACWY

Meningococcal disease is a bacterial infection that can infect the spinal cord and brain and cause meningitis, which can be fatal or lead to permanent and disabling medical problems. Meningococcal disease spreads from person to person through small droplets of saliva expelled into the air when an infected person coughs...

Vaccine to prevent a bacterial infection. Brand Name(s): Bexsero, Trumenba. Generic Name: Meningococcal Vaccine Group B (generic for Trumenda), Meningococcal Vaccine Group B.

A meniscus is a piece of cartilage found where two bones meet (joint space). Menisci (plural of meniscus) protect and cushion the joint surface and bone ends. In the knee, the crescent-shaped menisci are positioned between the ends of the upper (femur) and lower (tibia) leg bones. The menisci protect the joint surface...

A meniscus tear is a common injury to the cartilage that stabilizes and cushions the knee joint. Whether or not your tear can be repaired depends on the type of the tear. Radial tears sometimes can be repaired, depending on where they are located. Horizontal, flap, long-standing, and degenerative tears—those caused by...