valbenazine

Valbenazine is used to treat symptoms of tardive dyskinesia, a nervous system disorder. Tardive dyskinesia causes repetitive uncontrolled muscle movements, usually in the face (chewing, lip smacking, frowning, tongue movement, blinking or eye movement). Valbenazine is not a permanent cure for this condition. Valbenazine...

Valdecoxib

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valerian

Valerian is a flowering plant, the root of which is dried and used as an herbal remedy. Valerian has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating sleep problems (insomnia). Other uses not proven with research have included treating anxiety, stress, depression, attention deficit disorder...

Valerian

Botanical names: Valeriana officinalis How It Works Valerian root contains many different constituents, including volatile oils that appear to contribute to the sedating properties of the herb. Central nervous system sedation is regulated by receptors in the brain known as GABA-A receptors. According to test tube...

Valerian

Valerian is an herb that people have used for centuries for sleep problems, migraines, fatigue, and stomach cramps. It comes from the root of the valerian plant, found in areas of North America, Europe, and Asia. Valerian is available in many forms. These include valerian tea, dietary supplements, and liquid or powder...

valganciclovir

Valganciclovir is used in adults to prevent infection with cytomegalovirus (CMV) that may occur after an organ transplant (heart, kidney, or pancreas). Valganciclovir is also used to treat CMV infection of the eye in adults with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). . Valganciclovir is used in children who are 4...

Valganciclovir

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Valley Fever

What is valley fever? Valley fever is a disease caused by a fungus that gets into your body through your lungs. It can make you feel like you have a cold or the flu and may cause a rash. Most people get better without treatment. But if your body's natural defense system (immune system) is weak, valley fever can be...

Valproic Acid

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valproic acid (oral/injection)

Valproic acid is used to treat various types of seizure disorders. Valproic acid is sometimes used together with other seizure medications. Valproic acid is also used to treat manic episodes related to bipolar disorder (manic depression), and to prevent migraine headaches. Valproic acid may also be used for purposes not...

Valrubicin

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valrubicin

Valrubicin is used to treat bladder cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body. Most people do not have a complete response to this medicine. You may eventually need surgery to remove your bladder to keep the cancer from becoming metastatic (spreading to other parts of your body). Valrubicin may also be used...

Valsalva maneuver

A Valsalva maneuver is an effort to exhale without letting air escape through the nose or mouth. People often use a Valsalva maneuver during some common activities, such as straining to have a bowel movement or blowing a stuffy nose. A Valsalva maneuver is not normally harmful. But it may cause irregular heart rhythms...

Valsartan

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valsartan

Diovan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children who are at least 1 year old. Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack. . Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children who are at least 6 year old. Lowering blood...

Valsartan Oral Tablet (VALSARTAN - ORAL)

This medicine is used for the following purposes: diabetic complications, heart failure, high blood pressure, kidney disease. Brand Name(s): Diovan. Generic Name: Valsartan.

Valvuloplasty for Aortic Valve Stenosis

Valvuloplasty is a procedure that widens a heart valve that is narrow. When you have a condition called aortic valve stenosis, the valve between your heart and the large blood vessel that carries blood to the body (aorta) is narrow. That forces the heart to pump harder to get enough blood through the valve. The...

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