Bimatoprost ophthalmic (for the eyes) lowers pressure in the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that drains from the eye. Bimatoprost ophthalmic implant (Durysta) is used to treat adults with open-angle glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye. Bimatoprost ophthalmic implant may also be used for...
For glaucoma. Brand Name(s): Lumigan. Generic Name: Bimatoprost.
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Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic is a manmade form of a naturally occurring substance called a prostaglandin. Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic is used to treat hypotrichosis (abnormal growth of the eyelashes). Bimatoprost helps increase the growth, length, thickness, and darkness of eyelashes. Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic...
For eye disease. Brand Name(s): Latisse. Generic Name: Bimatoprost.
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Binge eating disorder happens when a person often eats large amounts of food in a short time. People who have it feel out of control and may eat until they are painfully full. Unlike people with bulimia, they don't vomit or try other ways to get rid of calories after a binge. Some people who binge have a normal weight...
What is binge eating disorder? Binge eating is an eating disorder. People who have it eat large amounts of food in a short time. They binge eat regularly for several months. They may feel out of control and eat until they are painfully full. Some people who binge have an average weight for their age, height, and sex...
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Binimetinib is used in combination with another medicine called encorafenib (Braftovi) to treat melanoma (skin cancer) in people who have a "BRAF" gene mutation. These medicines are for use in treating melanoma that cannot be treated with surgery or has spread to other parts of the body. Binimetinib may also...
For treating cancer. Brand Name(s): Mektovi. Generic Name: Binimetinib.
Biofeedback is a way to control a body function that you normally don't control in a conscious way, such as skin temperature, muscle tension, heart rate, or blood pressure. Biofeedback techniques can be used to manage tension and migraine headaches, back pain, panic or anxiety attacks, irritable bowel syndrome...
Related Topics Find Health Condition Information Find Drug Interaction Information Biofeedback training uses simple electronic devices to measure and report information about a person’s biological system. Biofeedback training can improve health by teaching a person to consciously regulate bodily functions that are...
Discusses biofeedback alternative therapy to control body functions such as skin temperature, muscle tension, heart rate, or blood pressure. Covers electromyography and peripheral temperature or hand temperature biofeedback. Discusses training and safety.
Bioflavonoids are found in the rind of green citrus fruits and in rose hips and black currants. Bioflavonoids have been used in alternative medicine as an antioxidant to treat osteoarthritis and other inflammatory conditions, to support blood circulation and a healthy heart, and enhance the action of vitamin C. It is...
Bioidentical hormones are made in a lab. They are based on compounds found in plants. They have the same structure as the hormones your body makes. Many commonly prescribed forms of estrogen and progesterone are bioidenticals. Some examples include Estrace and Prometrium. These types are approved and regulated by the...
A biophysical profile (BPP) test measures the health of your baby (fetus) during pregnancy. A BPP test includes a fetal ultrasound and usually includes a nonstress test. The BPP measures your baby's heart rate, muscle tone, movement, breathing, and the amount of amniotic fluid around your baby. Some BPPs do not include...
Discusses biophysical profile (BPP) or fetal biophysical profile (FBP), tests that measure a baby's health during pregnancy. Covers nonstress test with electronic fetal heart rate monitoring and fetal ultrasound. Discusses what results mean.
A biopsy is a sample of tissue collected from an organ or other part of the body. A biopsy can be done by cutting or scraping a small piece of the tissue or by using a needle and syringe to remove a sample, which is then examined for abnormalities, such as cancer, by a doctor trained to look at tissue samples...
Your doctor may take a sample, or biopsy, of abnormal tissue. The majority of warts do not require a biopsy. But a biopsy may be taken if genital warts cannot be easily identified with a physical exam or during a gynecology exam with a lighted magnifying instrument ( colposcopy). A microscopic exam on the biopsied...
How to Use It The ideal intake of biotin is unknown. However, the amount of biotin found in most diets, combined with intestinal production, appears to be adequate for preventing deficiency symptoms. Researchers have estimated that 30 mcg per day appears to be an adequate intake for adults. 1 Typically, consumption from...
Biotin is a form of vitamin B found in foods. Biotin helps the body break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. . Biotin has been used in alternative medicine as a likely effective aid in treating or preventing biotin deficiency. Biotin deficiency can be caused by malnutrition, rapid weight loss, long-term tube...
Let the medicine dissolve on your tongue and then swallow. You may take with food to prevent stomach upset. Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom. If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not...
Swallow with a full glass (8 oz) of water unless your doctor gives you different instructions. You may take with food to prevent stomach upset. Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom. If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is...
Swallow with a full glass (8 oz) of water unless your doctor gives you different instructions. You may take with food to prevent stomach upset. Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom. If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is...
Bipolar disorder causes extreme mood swings, from very high energy (mania) to depression. Your mood may return to normal between these swings. Bipolar disorder is also called manic-depressive disorder. It often begins in the teen or early adult years, and it may run in families. This condition can cause behavior so...
Looks at illness that causes extreme mood swings, ranging from mania (feeling overly energetic) to depression. Also called manic-depressive disorder. Covers treatment with counseling and medicines like mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and antidepressants.
Major mood swings may signal the presence of bipolar disorder. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Fight back with fish oil If your doctor agrees, try improving bipolar symptoms with fish oil capsules delivering 9.6 grams of omega-3 fatty acids per day along with your...
Discusses symptoms of bipolar disorder in children and teens. Covers frequent and extreme mood swings ranging from being overly energetic to depression. Covers treatment with counseling and medicines.
Bipolar disorder in children and teens is a mental health condition that causes extreme ups and downs. When children are up, they have brief, intense outbursts or feel irritable or extremely happy several times almost every day. They may talk very fast and have increased energy and activity levels. When they are down...
