What’s special about methadone?
... Methadone has specific toxic effects on the heart (QT prolongation and Torsades de Pointes). Physicians prescribing methadone should be familiar with methadone’s toxicities and unique pharmacologic properties. Methadone’s elimination half-life (8-59 hours) is longer than its duration of analgesic ac ...
... Methadone has specific toxic effects on the heart (QT prolongation and Torsades de Pointes). Physicians prescribing methadone should be familiar with methadone’s toxicities and unique pharmacologic properties. Methadone’s elimination half-life (8-59 hours) is longer than its duration of analgesic ac ...
Bispectral Index Monitor
... that is too deep can cause hemodynamic disturbances necessitating the use of vasoconstrictor agents, which constrict blood vessels, to maintain normal blood pressure and cardiac output. Overly deep anesthesia can also result in respiratory depression requiring respiratory assistance postoperatively. ...
... that is too deep can cause hemodynamic disturbances necessitating the use of vasoconstrictor agents, which constrict blood vessels, to maintain normal blood pressure and cardiac output. Overly deep anesthesia can also result in respiratory depression requiring respiratory assistance postoperatively. ...
How Can We Avoid a Stroke Crisis in the Asia-Pacific
... Millions of people are affected by stroke in the AsiaPacific region. For example in 2004, in South East Asia and the Western Pacific Region, 1.8 and 3.3 million people, respectively, suffered a first-ever stroke. In the same year, 1 816 000 people in China and 727 900 in India died from a stroke. In ...
... Millions of people are affected by stroke in the AsiaPacific region. For example in 2004, in South East Asia and the Western Pacific Region, 1.8 and 3.3 million people, respectively, suffered a first-ever stroke. In the same year, 1 816 000 people in China and 727 900 in India died from a stroke. In ...
abstract book - XVII International Symposium on Progress in Clinical
... resynchronization therapy(CRT) can be improved by timely decision making and early referral when indications are fulfilled. After implantation, close follow-up with correction of potential harmful conditions helps in obtaining better results. Aims: Evaluate how variations in baseline parameters usual ...
... resynchronization therapy(CRT) can be improved by timely decision making and early referral when indications are fulfilled. After implantation, close follow-up with correction of potential harmful conditions helps in obtaining better results. Aims: Evaluate how variations in baseline parameters usual ...
Pharmacogenomics of Tamoxifen Therapy Review
... Received November 28, 2008; accepted June 8, 2009. Previously published online at DOI: 10.1373/clinchem.2008.121756 ...
... Received November 28, 2008; accepted June 8, 2009. Previously published online at DOI: 10.1373/clinchem.2008.121756 ...
Preview the material
... A variety of formulations of nicotine replacement therapies now exist — including the patch, spray, gum, and lozenges — that are available over the counter. In addition, two prescription medications have been FDA–approved for tobacco addiction: bupropion and varenicline. They have different mechanis ...
... A variety of formulations of nicotine replacement therapies now exist — including the patch, spray, gum, and lozenges — that are available over the counter. In addition, two prescription medications have been FDA–approved for tobacco addiction: bupropion and varenicline. They have different mechanis ...
Clinical Guidelines
... (whole blood, serum or saliva) is an acceptable screening test – in the public sector two rapid tests from different manufacturers are used to confirm HIV, but AfA requires laboratory confirmation of HIV infection with either an ELISA or viral load before approving ART. As with other infectious dise ...
... (whole blood, serum or saliva) is an acceptable screening test – in the public sector two rapid tests from different manufacturers are used to confirm HIV, but AfA requires laboratory confirmation of HIV infection with either an ELISA or viral load before approving ART. As with other infectious dise ...
The safety and effectiveness of different methods of earwax removal
... he Health Technology Assessment (HTA) programme, part of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), was set up in 1993. It produces high-quality research information on the effectiveness, costs and broader impact of health technologies for those who use, manage and provide care in the NHS. ‘ ...
... he Health Technology Assessment (HTA) programme, part of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), was set up in 1993. It produces high-quality research information on the effectiveness, costs and broader impact of health technologies for those who use, manage and provide care in the NHS. ‘ ...
Product Monograph
... monotherapy for migraine prophylaxis (incidence above the upper limit of normal, placebo: 22%; 50 mg/day: 26%; 100 mg/day: 41%). Pediatric patients under two years of age who were treated with adjunctive topiramate for partial onset epilepsy, also experienced hyperammonemia (placebo: 8%; 5 mg/kg/da ...
... monotherapy for migraine prophylaxis (incidence above the upper limit of normal, placebo: 22%; 50 mg/day: 26%; 100 mg/day: 41%). Pediatric patients under two years of age who were treated with adjunctive topiramate for partial onset epilepsy, also experienced hyperammonemia (placebo: 8%; 5 mg/kg/da ...
delirium - University of Alberta
... used in a serial fashion to monitor the development and resolution of delirium. The instrument has not been validated for the presence or severity of any diagnostic entity (including delirium). The Clock test was originally used to examine constructional apraxia, however its use as a general co ...
... used in a serial fashion to monitor the development and resolution of delirium. The instrument has not been validated for the presence or severity of any diagnostic entity (including delirium). The Clock test was originally used to examine constructional apraxia, however its use as a general co ...
HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION •
... 2.5-11.8 cases per 100,000 in males aged ≥ 50. An observational study evaluated whether recent use of PDE5 inhibitors, as a class, was associated with acute onset of NAION. The results suggest an approximate 2 fold increase in the risk of NAION within 5 half-lives of PDE5 inhibitor use. From this in ...
... 2.5-11.8 cases per 100,000 in males aged ≥ 50. An observational study evaluated whether recent use of PDE5 inhibitors, as a class, was associated with acute onset of NAION. The results suggest an approximate 2 fold increase in the risk of NAION within 5 half-lives of PDE5 inhibitor use. From this in ...
Syndrome de Fatigue Chronique: diagnostic, traitement et
... Dès 2002, les pouvoirs publics belges ont créé des centres de référence pour le Syndrome de Fatigue Chronique, se positionnant en pionniers dans ce domaine en Europe. De plus, les résultats des patients traités par ces centres ont été enregistrés de manière systématique, une première dans le monde d ...
... Dès 2002, les pouvoirs publics belges ont créé des centres de référence pour le Syndrome de Fatigue Chronique, se positionnant en pionniers dans ce domaine en Europe. De plus, les résultats des patients traités par ces centres ont été enregistrés de manière systématique, une première dans le monde d ...
PPIs May Reduce Effectiveness Of Clopidogrel (PLAVIX®)
... Gilard M, Arnaud B, Cornily JC, et al. Influence of omeprazole on the antiplatelet action of clopidogrel associated with aspirin. J Am Coll Cardiol 2008;51:256-60. Pezella E, Day D, Pulliadath I. Initial assessment of clinical impact of a drug interaction between clopidogrel and proton pump inhibito ...
... Gilard M, Arnaud B, Cornily JC, et al. Influence of omeprazole on the antiplatelet action of clopidogrel associated with aspirin. J Am Coll Cardiol 2008;51:256-60. Pezella E, Day D, Pulliadath I. Initial assessment of clinical impact of a drug interaction between clopidogrel and proton pump inhibito ...
Daptomycin for Injection for Intravenous Use Daptomycin for
... infusion pumps. Stability studies of daptomycin for injection solutions stored in ReadyMED® elastomeric infusion pumps identified an impurity (2-mercaptobenzothiazole) leaching from this pump system into the daptomycin for injection solution. Because only limited data are available on the compatibil ...
... infusion pumps. Stability studies of daptomycin for injection solutions stored in ReadyMED® elastomeric infusion pumps identified an impurity (2-mercaptobenzothiazole) leaching from this pump system into the daptomycin for injection solution. Because only limited data are available on the compatibil ...
HIV/AIDS Guidelines
... HIV and the Older Patient Effective antiretroviral therapy (ART) has led to greater longevity in HIV-infected individuals resulting in an increasing number of older individuals living with HIV infection. Compared with younger HIV-infected patients, older patients may have more comorbidities, which c ...
... HIV and the Older Patient Effective antiretroviral therapy (ART) has led to greater longevity in HIV-infected individuals resulting in an increasing number of older individuals living with HIV infection. Compared with younger HIV-infected patients, older patients may have more comorbidities, which c ...
Nephrology and Hypertension:Question I
... (185/95 mm Hg) discovered during a blood pressure screening at his workplace. The patient states that he is well and has not seen a physician in many years. He describes himself as “a fitness freak, as he is an active jogger, abstains from alcohol, and limits his salt and fat intake. He denies any k ...
... (185/95 mm Hg) discovered during a blood pressure screening at his workplace. The patient states that he is well and has not seen a physician in many years. He describes himself as “a fitness freak, as he is an active jogger, abstains from alcohol, and limits his salt and fat intake. He denies any k ...
renamed_ce891 - Spiral
... vasodilatory shock [2]. This is consistent with data from VASST, which reported no difference in SAEs between the treatment groups (10.3% vasopressin vs. 10.5% noradrenaline) [4] and specifically no difference in rates of cardiac ischaemia, ...
... vasodilatory shock [2]. This is consistent with data from VASST, which reported no difference in SAEs between the treatment groups (10.3% vasopressin vs. 10.5% noradrenaline) [4] and specifically no difference in rates of cardiac ischaemia, ...
Improving care for patients with acute heart failure
... complex transitions between different healthcare providers and facilities. For patients who survive a first episode of acute heart failure, modern evidence-based treatments can reduce the risk of another episode, but require careful management. These potentially life-saving treatments are often not ...
... complex transitions between different healthcare providers and facilities. For patients who survive a first episode of acute heart failure, modern evidence-based treatments can reduce the risk of another episode, but require careful management. These potentially life-saving treatments are often not ...
Diphenhydramine versus nonsedating antihistamines for acute
... The effects of fexofenadine at doses of 120, 180, and 240 mg were evaluated in six patients. Results showed no changes in performance or sleepiness with any dose of fexofenadine at any time point.47 BRT with and without cellular phone usage as well as driving simulations in fexofenadine-treated subj ...
... The effects of fexofenadine at doses of 120, 180, and 240 mg were evaluated in six patients. Results showed no changes in performance or sleepiness with any dose of fexofenadine at any time point.47 BRT with and without cellular phone usage as well as driving simulations in fexofenadine-treated subj ...
LASER RESURFACING OF THE SKIN FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF FACIAL ACNE SCARRING
... imperfect – the filled areas may remain raised or depressed compared with the surrounding normal skin, and may need planing afterwards14. They are often temporary12. Small areas of scarring can be treated by surgical excision, creating a line scar which can be aligned with natural facial creases to ...
... imperfect – the filled areas may remain raised or depressed compared with the surrounding normal skin, and may need planing afterwards14. They are often temporary12. Small areas of scarring can be treated by surgical excision, creating a line scar which can be aligned with natural facial creases to ...
ABSTRACTS INDIAN SOCIETY OF GASTROENTEROLOGY Plenary
... Departments of Gastroenterology and Human Nutrition,Pathology, Laboratory Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110 029, India, Department of Medical Oncology, BRA Rotary Cancer Institute, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110 029, ...
... Departments of Gastroenterology and Human Nutrition,Pathology, Laboratory Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110 029, India, Department of Medical Oncology, BRA Rotary Cancer Institute, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110 029, ...
Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy
... Mortality in people with epilepsy is two- to three-times that of the general population. This can be attributed to epilepsy itself (epilepsy-related death) or to the underlying cause of the epilepsy. Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) is the commonest cause of epilepsy-related death. It is ...
... Mortality in people with epilepsy is two- to three-times that of the general population. This can be attributed to epilepsy itself (epilepsy-related death) or to the underlying cause of the epilepsy. Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) is the commonest cause of epilepsy-related death. It is ...
URO-Jet - Amphastar
... gel 20 mg/ml) were used for lubricating both intranasal and endotracheal tubes. No neonate had plasma levels of lidocaine above 750 mcg/L. Dosages in children should be reduced, commensurate with age, body weight, and physical condition. (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION.) ADVERSE REACTIONS Adverse exp ...
... gel 20 mg/ml) were used for lubricating both intranasal and endotracheal tubes. No neonate had plasma levels of lidocaine above 750 mcg/L. Dosages in children should be reduced, commensurate with age, body weight, and physical condition. (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION.) ADVERSE REACTIONS Adverse exp ...