(bin i me' ti nib) Brand Name(s): Mektovi® Binimetinib is used along with encorafenib (Braftovi) to treat certain types of melanoma (a type of skin cancer) that has spread to other parts of the body or cannot be removed by surgery. Binimetinib is...

(dye soe peer' a mide) Brand Name(s): Norpace®, Norpace® CR; also available generically Taking antiarrhythmic drugs, including disopyramide, may increase the risk of death. Tell your doctor if you have heart disease such as a valve problem or heart...

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

Primary Remedies Bovista. Premenstrual problems with puffiness in the extremities, fluid retention, and a bloated feeling often indicate a need for this remedy. The woman may feel very awkward and clumsy, and may constantly be dropping things because of swollen-feeling hands. Diarrhea occurring around the time of the...

Scoliosis is a problem with the curve in the spine. It happens when the spine makes a large curve from side to side in the shape of the letter "S" or the letter "C." If this curve is severe, it can cause pain and make breathing difficult. Most...

There are no specific tests that can confirm a diagnosis of fibromyalgia. But you may have lab tests to rule out other diseases. Or these tests can find out if you have another disease along with fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia may occur along with other joint and muscle (rheumatic) diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis...

St. John’s Wort How Much Is Usually Taken by Dieters? The standard recommendation for mild to moderate depression is 500 to 1,050 mg of St. John’s wort extract per day. 1, 2, 3 Length of use should be discussed with a healthcare professional. Side Effects St. John’s wort has a low incidence of side effects compared to...

High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) most often occurs in people who have diabetes that isn't well controlled. The symptoms of high blood sugar can be mild, moderate, or severe. Young children are not able to recognize symptoms of high blood sugar. Parents need to do a home blood sugar test on their child whenever they...

Light therapy is the main treatment for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). It's used for other conditions too. It is exposure to light that is brighter than indoor light but not as bright as direct sunlight. The most common light therapy uses a special type of fluorescent light, called a light box. Light therapy is...

Discusses a traditional Chinese therapy that uses very thin needles placed in the skin to influence energy flow (called chi or qi). Explains its complementary medicine use for pain and conditions such as headaches and carpal tunnel syndrome. Covers safety issues.