Little scientific research has been done on the health benefits of borage, but the leaves, blooms and oil from the borage plant have historically been used to treat a number of different ailments, including eczema, joint and muscle pain, low milk...
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurologic disorder where the cells in a section of the brain called the substantia nigra degenerate, according to the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center and Movement Disorders Clinic. This degeneration causes a...
Beta blockers are anti-hypertensive drugs used in the treatment of high blood pressure, migraine, angina, cardiac arrhythmias, acute myocardial infarctions and pheochromocytomas. According to Medex, beta blockers are effective treatments for...
Morning sickness affects many pregnant women. Though most cases of morning sickness can be managed with dietary changes and will resolve themselves by the end of the first trimester, more severe cases may need treatment with medications.
Many medications can lead to unwanted weight gain. The National Institutes of Health states that corticosteroids, cyproheptadine, lithium, tranquilizers, phenothiazines and some antidepressants can cause weight gain. Drugs may increase appetite,...
Cogentin (benztropine) is an anticholinergic medication used to therapeutically manage parkinsonism as an adjunct treatment. It also helps control unintended muscular movements (extrapyramidal disorders) that arise as a side effect of...
Dopamine antagonists, such as haloperidol and phenothiazines, tend to increase non-REM (rapid eye movement) sleep while reducing REM sleep, according to a 2009 article written by Seiji Nishino, MD at Stanford University. These drugs have been used...
According to the website Naturopathica, clinical studies have demonstrated that hydroxy acids can effectively improve the appearance of skin wrinkles, and increase skin's moisture, elasticity and tone. Alpha and beta hydroxy acids are the two...
That queasy and churning feeling in the abdomen can be an indication of nausea. This is a common sensation which typically accompanies vomiting. Nausea can develop as a result of motion sickness or due to an acute or chronic underlying disease....
False positive results are uncommon on pregnancy tests; false negatives are much more common. Certain medications can cause a false positive result on blood test or home pregnancy tests. Pregnancy tests measure levels of human chorionic...
Psychosis is a condition in which the patient loses touch with reality with delusions about circumstances, or hallucinations, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Patients infected with HIV may develop psychosis; patients with more...
Vertigo is a condition in which the patient experiences the illusion of motion and suffers from symptoms such as "feeling that the world is spinning," dizziness, nausea and vomiting. Vertigo can cause difficulty with standing or walking....
Antihistamines commonly relieve symptoms associated with allergies, cold and flu. They also serve a purpose for use in medications that help with itch from rashes and motion sickness. Antihistamines work by blocking the effects of histamine, a...
Loss of smell is also called anosmia. Inability to perceive odors can be temporary. Finding the underlying cause is important. Loss of sense of smell could also be the result of a serious underlying problem. Nasal polyps, tumors, allergies,...
Yohimbe is a controversial herb, as little scientific evidence is available in 2009 to support its benefits. In commercial preparations and supplements, the herb is marketed for various uses, such as erectile dysfunction and muscle building. If...
Seizures occur when there is a dysfunction in the brain. Epilepsy.com states that seizures usually occur when intrinsic factors present in the individual interact with extrinsic factors that are present outside the body. Extrinsic factors include...
Antiemetic drugs are medicines that help control nausea and vomiting. According to Medicine Net, over-the-counter antiemetics are designed for mild nausea or motion sickness. If you have more severe nausea and vomiting, your healthcare provider...
Night sweats, also called nocturnal hyperhidrosis, can be a very uncomfortable experience for men. Waking up in the wee hours feeling excessively hot and drenched in sweat, or chilled from the sweat that is beginning to dry, can be disturbing to...
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) states that certain antipsychotics can cause Parkinson-like symptoms, which is also called secondary parkinsonism. The side effects stem from the drugs interfering with dopamine in the brain: Parkinson's...
Starflower oil, also known as borage seed oil, is a good source of gamma-linolenic acid, or GLA. In fact, it has even more than the popular evening primrose oil. This omega-6 fatty acid, along with omega-3 fatty acids, plays an important role in...
Yohimbe extract, also known as yohimbe bark extract, is an herbal supplement derived from the bark of the African yohimbe tree. It contains yohimbine, a potent alkaloid that stimulates the central nervous system. Yohimbine is also said to affect...
Despite your best efforts, you are finding it impossible to lose weight. Many lifestyle, physical and emotional factors can affect your ability to lose weight, but if you suspect a medical condition is causing you to gain or retain weight, consult...
Nausea is the sensation of having an urge to vomit. According to the National Institutes of Health, nausea is not a disease but a symptom of many conditions such stomach flu and motion sickness. According to the American Academy of Family...
Borage is a commonly used medicinal herb that is native to the Mediterranean region, but is now cultivated nearly worldwide. Borage oil is also called bee plant, bee bread, borage seed oil, ox's tongue and starflower oil. Its scientific name is...
Excessive, unwanted facial hair in women has its own medical term. Hirsuitism is used to describe a condition in which women experience male-pattern growth of coarse, dark hair, says the Mayo Clinic. Unwanted facial hair is a symptom of hirsutism,...
Hot flashes and night sweats are commonly associated with the drop in estrogen levels a woman experiences during menopause. However, these symptoms can also occur with other medical and psychological conditions. A primary care physician proves...
Kava kava is an herb used for its sedating and muscle-relaxing properties. It is often marketed as a natural remedy for insomnia, anxiety and some types of muscle pain and has been used in the Pacific Islands as an alcohol-like drink for...
The Mayo Clinic indicates that hiccups occurs as a result of involuntary diaphragmatic (muscle at the lower part of the lung) contractions. Specific manifestations of hiccups include chest, stomach or throat tightening before the characteristic...
Oxymetazoline is a nasal decongestant used to manage the common cold, allergy symptoms and hay fever. According to Drugs.com, oxymetazoline tightens the nasal blood vessels, subsequently treating most debilitating nasal symptoms. MedlinePlus says...
