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Phenelzine

Phenelzine is an older medication commonly used to treat depression. This segment of the eMedTV archives describes the drug in more detail and offers information on how it works, potential side effects that may occur, and dosing information.

Phenergan

Phenergan is a medicine approved to treat nausea and various other conditions. This eMedTV page describes how this prescription drug works, explains what forms it comes in and how it is used, and lists some of the potential side effects to be aware of.

Phentermine

Phentermine is a prescription drug that is licensed as a short-term weight loss treatment. This eMedTV page lists the various phentermine products available, describes how the medicine works, and explains what you should know before taking the drug.

Phentramine Review

Phentramine is an herbal supplement that is commonly used for weight loss. This eMedTV article discusses the safety and effectiveness of Phentramine, outlines possible side effects, and explains what you should know before taking the product.

Phenylalanine

As an essential amino acid, phenylalanine is vital to the formation of proteins. This eMedTV page describes phenylalanine supplements in more detail, explaining the conditions they may help treat, dosing information, possible side effects, and more.

Phenylephrine

Phenylephrine is an over-the-counter medicine typically used to treat nasal and sinus congestion. This eMedTV Web resource offers a complete overview of this drug, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and general precautions.

Phenytek

Phenytek, a prescription medication, can help to control certain epileptic seizures. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth overview of Phenytek, including information on its possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.

Phenytoin

Phenytoin is a prescription drug licensed to treat some types of epileptic seizures. This eMedTV page describes the types of seizures that can be treated with phenytoin, explains the effects of the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.

Pheochromocytoma

A pheochromocytoma is a tumor that most often develops in the chromaffin cells of the adrenal glands. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this type of tumor, including information about possible symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.

Phobias

There are several different types of phobias, such as a fear of heights or social interactions. As this eMedTV article explains, however, they all share common traits. This page looks at how these intense fears develop and how they can be treated.

Phosphatidylserine

Phosphatidylserine is a naturally occurring molecule essential for normal brain function. This eMedTV article describes the benefits of phosphatidylserine supplements, lists side effects that may occur, and explains the importance of this nutrient.

Photodynamic Therapy

Photodynamic therapy is a form of treatment in which a special drug kills cells when exposed to light. This eMedTV article looks at the benefits and side effects of this type of therapy, explains how it works, and describes its limitations.

Phytoestrogens

As this eMedTV article explains, many postmenopausal women are interested in phytoestrogens (plant compounds similar to estrogen) as an alternative to hormone therapy. However, research has shown mixed results on the effectiveness of these compounds.

Pindolol

Pindolol is a prescription medication often used to treat high blood pressure. This article from the eMedTV Web site explains how the drug works, describes the specific effects of this medicine, and offers dosing information.

Pink Eye

Pink eye is a condition in which the conjunctiva (a tissue in the eye) becomes inflamed. This page from the eMedTV archives explores the causes of this condition, lists common symptoms, and explains how it is diagnosed and treated.

Pioglitazone

Pioglitazone is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat type 2 diabetes. This part of the eMedTV library describes how pioglitazone works to control blood sugar, offers dosing tips, and lists possible side effects of the medicine.

Pioglitazone and Glimepiride

Pioglitazone and glimepiride is licensed to treat type 2 diabetes in adults. This eMedTV article further describes this prescription drug and offers detailed information on how it works, its effects, possible side effects, and more.

Pioglitazone and Metformin

Pioglitazone and metformin is a combination drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web page describes the medication in more detail and offers information on its effects, dosing, available strengths, and possible side effects.

Pirbuterol

Pirbuterol is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat bronchospasms in people with asthma or COPD. This eMedTV page offers an overview of pirbuterol uses, dosing, side effects, and overdose symptoms.

Piriformis Syndrome

Piriformis syndrome occurs when the muscle with the same name compresses or irritates the sciatic nerve. This eMedTV article describes the symptoms and treatment options for this condition, which is a rare neuromuscular disorder.

Piroxicam

This eMedTV segment provides an overview of piroxicam, a prescription medication used to relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. This page covers piroxicam side effects, how the drug works, overdose symptoms, and other topics.

Pituitary Adenoma

A pituitary adenoma is a noncancerous tumor affecting the pituitary gland. This eMedTV article explains how this condition is diagnosed, the different types, and treatment methods available. Links to specific information are also included.