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"Olanzapine" is more commonly referred to as "Clozapine" in the medical community. Clozapine
Also Known As: "Ziprasidone, Aripiprazole, Risperidone, Quetiapine, Sertindole"
A type of medication belonging to the drug class called atypical antipsychotics. It may be used in the treatment of schizophrenia and acute manic and mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder More Information on Clozapine: Psychiatric Medications
An FDA-approved calorie-free fat substitute made from a sucrose backbone with six to eight fatty acids attached. The fatty acid arrangement prevents breakdown by the digestive enzyme lipase, so the fatty acids are not absorbed. More Information on Olestra: Fats & Oils
A rare, slow-growing tumor that begins in the oligodendrocytes, a type of glial cell in the brain and spinal cord that form a sheath for nerves. More Information on Oligodendroglial Tumor: Brain & Nerve Cancer
A rare, slow-growing tumor that begins in the oligodendrocytes, a type of glial cell in the brain and spinal cord that form a sheath for nerves. More Information on Oligodendroglioma: Brain & Nerve Cancer
A form of multiple system atrophy (MSA) that primarily involves difficulties with balance, coordination and speech. More Information on Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy: Brain & Nerve Basics
"Olmesartan Medoxomil" is more commonly referred to as "Benicar" in the medical community. Benicar
A brand of angiotensin II receptor blockers, medications that widen blood vessels by preventing a substance called angiotensin II from entering angiotensin II receptors. Angiotensin II causes blood vessels to tighten and regulates blood pressure. More Information on Benicar: Heart Drug & Medication
"Omalizumab" is more commonly referred to as "Anti IgE Antibody" in the medical community. Anti IgE Antibody
Also Known As: "Rhumab E25 Antibody, Monoclonal Anti IgE Antibody"
An injectable drug that reduces asthma and allergic reactions. The drug stops the release of histamine, which causes allergic reactions, by blocking antibodies (IgE) from binding with mast cells. More Information on Anti IgE Antibody: Allergy & Asthma Drugs
Also Known As: "Eicosapentaenoic Acid, Fish Oil, Docosahexaenoic Acid"
A type of fatty acid characterized by the specific locations of their double bonds on the carbon chain. These polyunsaturated fats are found in many cold-water fish and some shellfish. Some types are believed to protect against heart disease. More Information on Omega 3: Fats & Oils
Also Known As: "Eicosapentaenoic Acid, Omega 3, Fish Oil, Docosahexaenoic Acid"
A type of fatty acid characterized by the specific locations of their double bonds on the carbon chain. These polyunsaturated fats are found in many cold-water fish and some shellfish. Some types are believed to protect against heart disease. More Information on Omega 3 Fatty Acid: Fats & Oils
A hollow device that in implanted into the brain to deliver chemotherapy directly into the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). More Information on Ommaya Reservoir: Brain & Nerve Cancer
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