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Propionibacterium acnes
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Propionibacterium acnes A normal resident on the skin, P. acnes will multiply rapidly in clogged hair follicles where sebum is trapped.
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Resident
A medical doctor who has completed medical school and internship, and is receiving training in a specialized area. Completion of a residency program is required for board certification in a medical or surgical specialty.
Skin
Skin is an organ of the integumentary system; which is composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion (through sweat).
Follicles
Each month several of these small egg-containing cavities develop on the ovary of an ovulating woman. Each cavity contains a single immature egg; ovulation occurs when a follicle (or sometimes more than one) ruptures and releases an egg.
Sebum
The oily substance produced by sebaceous glands.
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Propacet 100
Propacet 100 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): acetaminophen; propoxyphene napsylate.
Propafenone hcl
Propafenone hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propafenone hydrochloride.
Propantheline bromide
Propantheline bromide is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propantheline bromide.
Proparacaine hcl
Proparacaine hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): proparacaine hydrochloride.
Propecia
Propecia is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): finasteride.
Propericyazine
An antipsychotic drug.
Prophase
The early stage of nuclear division during which chromosomes condense and become visible. The initial stage of mitosis or meiosis in which chromosomes become visible and the spindle apparatus forms.
Prophene 65
Prophene 65 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Prophylaxis
Cleaning of the teeth for the prevention of periodontal disease and tooth decay.
Prophylaxis, pl. prophylaxes
Prevention of disease or of a process that can lead to disease.
Propine
Propine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dipivefrin hydrochloride.
Propofol
Propofol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propofol.
Propoxyphene compound 65
Propoxyphene compound 65 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; caffeine; propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene compound-65
Propoxyphene compound-65 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; caffeine; propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene hcl
Propoxyphene hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene hcl 65
Propoxyphene hcl 65 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene hcl and acetaminophen
Propoxyphene hcl and acetaminophen is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): acetaminophen; propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene hcl with aspirin and caffeine
Propoxyphene hcl with aspirin and caffeine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; caffeine; propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene napsylate and acetaminophen
Propoxyphene napsylate and acetaminophen is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): acetaminophen; propoxyphene napsylate.
Propranolol
Propranolol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propranolol hydrochloride.
Propranolol hcl
Propranolol hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propranolol hydrochloride.
Propranolol hcl and hydrochlorothiazide
Propranolol hcl and hydrochlorothiazide is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydrochlorothiazide; propranolol hydrochloride.
Propranolol hcl intensol
Propranolol hcl intensol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propranolol hydrochloride.
Propulsid
Propulsid is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): cisapride monohydrate.
Propulsid quicksolv
Propulsid quicksolv is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): cisapride monohydrate.
Propylthiouracil
Propylthiouracil is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propylthiouracil.
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Prescription medicine
The written direction for drugs for medicinal use, given by the doctor, dentist and nurse to the patient, for dispensation by the pharmacist.
Placebo
A placebo is an inactive pill, liquid, or powder that has no treatment value. In clinical trials, experimental treatments are often compared with placebos to assess the treatment's effectiveness. In some studies, the participants in the control group will receive a placebo instead of an active drug or treatment. No sick participant receives a placebo if there is a known beneficial treatment.
Penis Pill
In the past few years a number of penis enlargement pills as well as erection helping pills have appeared.
Prescription drug
A drug requiring a prescription, a physician's order. By comparison with an over-the-counter drug.
Papulopustular acne
A type of acne characterized by the presence of papules and pustules.
Propionibacterium acnes
Pustule
An inflammatory comedo that resembles a whitehead with a ring of redness around it.
PET scan
Positron emission tomography scan. A diagnostic test that uses a sophisticated camera and computer to produce images of how your body is functioning. PET scans show the difference between healthy and abnormally functioning tissues.
PSA
Prostate specific antigen. A protein which comes from the prostate gland. The PSA test, which measures the levels of prostate specific antigen in the blood, is one test for prostate cancer.
Prostate
A male sex gland that produces a thick fluid which forms part of semen.
Pallidotomy
A surgical procedure in which a part of the brain called the globus pallidus is lesioned in order to improve symptoms of tremor, rigidity, and bradykinesia.
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Resident
A medical doctor who has completed medical school and internship, and is receiving training in a specialized area. Completion of a residency program is required for board certification in a medical or surgical specialty.
Skin
Skin is an organ of the integumentary system; which is composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion (through sweat).
Follicles
Each month several of these small egg-containing cavities develop on the ovary of an ovulating woman. Each cavity contains a single immature egg; ovulation occurs when a follicle (or sometimes more than one) ruptures and releases an egg.
Sebum
The oily substance produced by sebaceous glands.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Propacet 100
Propacet 100 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): acetaminophen; propoxyphene napsylate.
Propafenone hcl
Propafenone hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propafenone hydrochloride.
Propantheline bromide
Propantheline bromide is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propantheline bromide.
Proparacaine hcl
Proparacaine hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): proparacaine hydrochloride.
Propecia
Propecia is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): finasteride.
Propericyazine
An antipsychotic drug.
Prophase
The early stage of nuclear division during which chromosomes condense and become visible. The initial stage of mitosis or meiosis in which chromosomes become visible and the spindle apparatus forms.
Prophene 65
Prophene 65 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Prophylaxis
Cleaning of the teeth for the prevention of periodontal disease and tooth decay.
Prophylaxis, pl. prophylaxes
Prevention of disease or of a process that can lead to disease.
Propine
Propine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dipivefrin hydrochloride.
Propofol
Propofol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propofol.
Propoxyphene compound 65
Propoxyphene compound 65 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; caffeine; propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene compound-65
Propoxyphene compound-65 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; caffeine; propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene hcl
Propoxyphene hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene hcl 65
Propoxyphene hcl 65 is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene hcl and acetaminophen
Propoxyphene hcl and acetaminophen is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): acetaminophen; propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene hcl with aspirin and caffeine
Propoxyphene hcl with aspirin and caffeine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; caffeine; propoxyphene hydrochloride.
Propoxyphene napsylate and acetaminophen
Propoxyphene napsylate and acetaminophen is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): acetaminophen; propoxyphene napsylate.
Propranolol
Propranolol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propranolol hydrochloride.
Propranolol hcl
Propranolol hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propranolol hydrochloride.
Propranolol hcl and hydrochlorothiazide
Propranolol hcl and hydrochlorothiazide is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydrochlorothiazide; propranolol hydrochloride.
Propranolol hcl intensol
Propranolol hcl intensol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propranolol hydrochloride.
Propulsid
Propulsid is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): cisapride monohydrate.
Propulsid quicksolv
Propulsid quicksolv is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): cisapride monohydrate.
Propylthiouracil
Propylthiouracil is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): propylthiouracil.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Prescription medicine
The written direction for drugs for medicinal use, given by the doctor, dentist and nurse to the patient, for dispensation by the pharmacist.
Placebo
A placebo is an inactive pill, liquid, or powder that has no treatment value. In clinical trials, experimental treatments are often compared with placebos to assess the treatment's effectiveness. In some studies, the participants in the control group will receive a placebo instead of an active drug or treatment. No sick participant receives a placebo if there is a known beneficial treatment.
Penis Pill
In the past few years a number of penis enlargement pills as well as erection helping pills have appeared.
Prescription drug
A drug requiring a prescription, a physician's order. By comparison with an over-the-counter drug.
Papulopustular acne
A type of acne characterized by the presence of papules and pustules.
Propionibacterium acnes
Pustule
An inflammatory comedo that resembles a whitehead with a ring of redness around it.
PET scan
Positron emission tomography scan. A diagnostic test that uses a sophisticated camera and computer to produce images of how your body is functioning. PET scans show the difference between healthy and abnormally functioning tissues.
PSA
Prostate specific antigen. A protein which comes from the prostate gland. The PSA test, which measures the levels of prostate specific antigen in the blood, is one test for prostate cancer.
Prostate
A male sex gland that produces a thick fluid which forms part of semen.
Pallidotomy
A surgical procedure in which a part of the brain called the globus pallidus is lesioned in order to improve symptoms of tremor, rigidity, and bradykinesia.
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