pentobarbital (injection)

Pentobarbital is used short-term to treat insomnia, or to cause you to fall asleep for surgery. . Pentobarbital is also used as an emergency treatment for seizures. Pentobarbital may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

pentosan polysulfate sodium

Pentosan polysulfate sodium is used to treat bladder pain and discomfort caused by cystitis (bladder inflammation or irritation). Pentosan polysulfate sodium is for use in adults and children at least 16 years old. Pentosan polysulfate sodium may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Pentostatin

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pentostatin

Pentostatin is used to treat hairy cell leukemia (a type of blood cancer). Pentostatin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

pentoxifylline

Pentoxifylline causes changes in your blood that help improve blood flow. This also helps your blood carry oxygen to your tissues and organs. Pentoxifylline is used to improve blood flow and reduce certain symptoms of a condition called intermittent claudication (IN-ter-MIT-ent KLOD-ih-KAY-tion). Pentoxifylline is not a...

Pentoxifylline

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Peony

Botanical names: Paeonia lactiflora, Paeonia suffruticosa, Paeonia veitchii How It Works Peony contains a unique glycoside called paeoniflorin. Proanthocyanidins, flavonoids, tannins, polysaccharides, and paeoniflorin are all considered to contribute to the medicinal activity of various forms of peony. Paeoniflorin’s...

People Who Need Antibiotics to Prevent Endocarditis

If you have certain heart conditions, you may need to take antibiotics before you have some dental or surgical procedures that could put bacteria or fungi into your blood. The antibiotics lower your risk of getting endocarditis. These heart conditions include: A repaired or replaced heart valve. Endocarditis in the...

Peppermint

Botanical names: Mentha piperita How It Works Peppermint leaves yield approximately 0.1–1.0% volatile oil which is composed primarily of menthol (29–48%) and menthone (20–31%). 2 Peppermint oil is classified as a carminative (prevents and relieves intestinal gas). 3 It may also relieve spasms in the intestinal tract...

peppermint

Peppermint is a plant also known as Brandy Mint, Extract of Mentha Piperita, Extract of Peppermint, Extrait de Feuilles de Menthe de Poivrée, Herba Menthae, Menta Piperita, Mentha arvensis, Mint, Mint Balm, Paparaminta, Peppermint Extract, Peppermint Leaf, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Peppermint Oil, Western Peppermint, and...

Peptic ulcer

Peptic ulcers are sores in the inner lining of the stomach or upper small intestine. They form when the digestive juices produced by the stomach erode or eat away the lining of the digestive tract. Peptic ulcers may form in the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcers) or just below the stomach, at the start of the small...

Peptic Ulcer (Holistic)

Ulcer pain? Undo the damage. Peptic ulcers can cause serious discomfort and damage to the digestive system if left untreated. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Avoid irritants Avoid smoking, aspirin and related drugs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), alcohol...

Peptic ulcer (stomach ulcer)

A peptic ulcer is a sore in the lining of your stomach or upper small intestine. Ulcers form when the protective layer in the lining has broken down, often because of an infection with Helicobacter pylori ( H. pylori ) bacteria or use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs include aspirin, ibuprofen...

Peptic Ulcer Disease

What are peptic ulcers, and what causes them? Peptic ulcers are sores in the inner lining of the stomach or upper small intestine. They form when the digestive juices produced by the stomach erode or eat away the lining of the digestive tract. Peptic ulcers may form in the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcers) or just...

peramivir

Peramivir works by preventing an enzyme in the body from releasing virus from infected cells. Peramivir is used to treat influenza in adults and children who are at least 2 years old, who have had flu symptoms for up to 2 days. Peramivir may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Peramivir (Pf)

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perampanel

Perampanel is an anticonvulsant that is used to treat partial onset seizures that may or may not develop into general seizures in people with epilepsy who are at least 4 years old. Perampanel is also used to treat tonic-clonic seizures in people with epilepsy who are at least 12 years old. Perampanel may also be used...

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