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… COPD and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency On this page: Overview Overview What is alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency? Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) is a protein normally … whose bodies do not produce enough of this protein (AAT deficiency) are more likely to develop emphysema and to do …
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… Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing On this page: Overview About the … make an abnormal type of AAT, either of which can cause AAT deficiency. These people are more likely to have lung … Some types of abnormal AAT can also damage the liver. AAT deficiency is a rare disorder and is the only known genetic …
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… Acid-Reducing Medicines On this page: About This Medicine … pharmacist or doctor. What are some examples? Examples of acid reducers include: H2 blockers. Tagamet (cimetidine) … Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Nexium (esomeprazole) Prevacid (lansoprazole) Prilosec, Zegerid (omeprazole) Protonix …
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… Warts: Using Salicylic Acid On this page: Overview Overview Salicylic acid to remove warts is available in many forms. These may … medicine, or follow your doctor's instructions. Salicylic acid may take weeks to months to cure a wart. Here are some …
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… Acne: Treatment With Salicylic Acid On this page: Overview Overview Salicylic acid is an active ingredient in some non-prescription acne … layer of your skin to peel. Products that contain salicylic acid may cause tingling and a mild redness of the skin. Use …
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… Boric Acid for Vaginal Yeast Infection On this page: Overview … Overview Some experts recommend boric acid capsules inserted into the vagina (vaginal … medicines. footnote 1 If your doctor recommends boric acid treatment, you can buy boric acid vaginal capsules …
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… Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Bipolar Disorder On this page: … Omega-3 fatty acids are found in marine or plant sources, such as fish oil … oil. A few studies suggest that adding omega-3 fatty acids to medicine (such as lithium) can help reduce the …
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… Acne: Treatment With Alpha Hydroxy Acids On this page: Overview Overview Alpha hydroxy acids such as lactic acid, mandelic acid, and glycolic acid are often used in …
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… thalassemia may be treated with blood transfusions and folic acid supplements. Folic acid is a vitamin that your body … thalassemia. Blood Transfusion Folate Deficiency Anemia Iron Deficiency Anemia Vitamin B12 …
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… Some medicines to control seizures, such as valproic acid. Methotrexate. It is sometimes used to treat arthritis. … low, but acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) is a safer choice. Folic acid Folic acid is a B vitamin. Taking it before and during early …
