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Physical Separation
Physical separation refers to the process of creating a distinct boundary or space between two or more entities. This can occur in various contexts,…
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Phytoestrogen – Nutritional Value, Health Benefits, Recipes
Phytoestrogen/Clover Tea (Trifolium pratense) is an herb that belongs to the legume family, which also includes peas and beans. In herbal medicine, red clover…
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Phytolacca; Uses/ Indications, Dosage, Side Effects
Phytolacca is a genus of perennial plants native to North America, South America, and East Asia. Some members of the genus are known as pokeweeds or similar names such as pokebush, pokeberry, pokeroot or poke sallet.[rx][rx] Other names for species…
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Picoprazole; Mechanism, Uses, Contraindications, Dosage, Side effects
Picoprazole is a specific inhibitor of H+/K+-ATPase and binds to 100-kDa polypeptides of the enzyme, dose dependently inhibited opening of the Cl- conductance by Cu2+-o-phenanthroline, indicating…
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Pilewort; Uses/ Indications, Dosage, Side Effects
Pilewort/ Ranunculus bulbosus commonly known as St. Anthony's turnip[rx] or bulbous buttercup is a perennial member of the buttercup family. It has attractive yellow flowers, and deeply divided, three-lobed long-petioled basal…
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Pindolol; Indications/Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions ,Pregnancy
Pindolol is an aryloxypropanolamine derivative with the antihypertensive property. Pindolol competitively binds to beta-adrenergic receptors, resulting in a decrease in beta-adrenergic activities, i.e., vasodilation, and negative chronotropic…
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Pioglitazone; Uses, Contra indications, Dosage, Side Effects, Drug Interactions
Pioglitazone is an orally-active thiazolidinedione with antidiabetic properties and potential antineoplastic activity. Pioglitazone activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPAR-gamma), a ligand-activated transcription factor, thereby inducing cell differentiation and inhibiting…
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Pirbuterol; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions
Pirbuterol is a short-acting, beta-adrenergic receptor agonist with bronchodilator activity. Pirbuterol selectively binds to beta-2 adrenergic receptors in bronchial smooth muscle, thereby activating intracellular adenyl cyclase, an…
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Piroxicam; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions
Piroxicam is a nonsteroidal oxicam derivative with anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic properties. As a non-selective, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), piroxicam binds and chelates both isoforms of cyclooxygenases…
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Pitavastatin; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Drug Interactions
Pitavastatin is a relatively newly developed cholesterol lowering agent (statin) that is associated with mild, asymptomatic and self-limited serum aminotransferase elevations during therapy, but has had limited…
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Pituitary Hormones – Anatomy, Types, Functions
The pituitary hormones are special chemical messengers that are produced by the pituitary gland, also known as "the master gland of the body." The…
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Piyushvalli Ras; Uses/ Indications, Dosage, Side Effects
Piyushvalli Ras is herbomineral Ayurvedic medicine. This medicine is referenced from Bhaishajyaratnavali and is indicated in Grahn Radhika. Piyush Valli Ras is an effective…
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Pizotifen; Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pregnancy
Pizotifen is a strong serotonin and tryptamine antagonist, with weak anticholinergic, anti-histaminic and anti-kinin effects. It also possesses sedative and appetite-stimulating properties. Pizotifen hydrochloride is an active ingredient in Sandomigran, which is…
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Plantaginis Ovatae Semen – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects
Plantaginis Ovatae Semen/Psyllium Husk is the husk of the dried ripe seeds of the Plantago psyllium, P. Indica, P. Ovata, and P. Arenaria plants…
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Plantaginis Ovatae Testa – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects
Plantaginis Ovatae Testa/Psyllium Husk is the husk of the dried ripe seeds of the Plantago psyllium, P. Indica, P. Ovata, and P. Arenaria plants…
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Plantago Brunnea Seed – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects
Plantago Brunnea Seed/Psyllium Husk is the husk of the dried ripe seeds of the Plantago psyllium, P. Indica, P. Ovata, and P. Arenaria plants…
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Plantago Fastigiata Seed – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects
Plantago Fastigiata Seed/Psyllium Husk is the husk of the dried ripe seeds of the Plantago psyllium, P. Indica, P. Ovata, and P. Arenaria plants…
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Plantago Gooddingii Seed – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects
Plantago Gooddingii Seed/Psyllium Husk is the husk of the dried ripe seeds of the Plantago psyllium, P. Indica, P. Ovata, and P. Arenaria plants…
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Plantago Insularis Seed – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects
Plantago Insularis Seed/Psyllium Husk is the husk of the dried ripe seeds of the Plantago psyllium, P. Indica, P. Ovata, and P. Arenaria plants…
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Plantago Minima Seed – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects
Plantago Minima Seed/Psyllium Husk is the husk of the dried ripe seeds of the Plantago psyllium, P. Indica, P. Ovata, and P. Arenaria plants…
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Plantago; Uses, Dosage, Site Effects, Interactions
Plantago major has been used widely since ancient times, to manage a wide range of diseases including constipation, coughs, and wounds. The aim of…
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Plastic Surgery Addiction
Plastic surgery is a medical procedure that involves the restoration or improvement of function for various parts of the body. Millions of cosmetic procedures…
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Platonic Infatuation
Platonic infatuation refers to a strong admiration or affection for someone that is purely non-romantic or non-sexual in nature. It involves intense feelings of…
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Playing the Victim Manipulation
Playing the victim manipulation is a tactic where someone portrays themselves as a victim to gain sympathy, manipulate others, or avoid responsibility. This behavior…
