siphon siÂ·phon (sÄ«'fÉn) n. A tube bent into an inverted U shape of unequal lengths, used to remove fluid by means of atmospheric pressure from a cavity or reservoir at one end of the tube over a barrier and out the other end. v. siÂ·phoned, siÂ·phonÂ·ing, siÂ·phons. To draw off or convey through a siphon. To pass through a siphon.
Cartia XT (Cardizem CD Â®) is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and certain types of chest pain (angina). (Click Cartia XT Uses for more information, including possible off-label uses.).
Zometa, marketed by Novartis AG, is one of a class of drugs used to treat osteoporosis and also to relieve pain when cancers have spread to the bone -- in part, by slowing bone erosion caused by the disease. It is given intravenously, while other bisphosphonates such as Actonel, Fosamax or Boniva can be taken orally.