baclofen
... • Start at 1.5mg daily, in three doses, go up to 15mg. Taper off • Side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, ...
... • Start at 1.5mg daily, in three doses, go up to 15mg. Taper off • Side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, ...
Understanding and Getting Help for Prescription Drug Abuse and
... assume that a self-prescribed increase in dosage is safe. If the one pill that was prescribed by the doctor is safe, two will be fine also. That simply is not true. Prescription medications work on the same brain centers that illicit drugs do, getting a person hooked in exactly the same biochemical ...
... assume that a self-prescribed increase in dosage is safe. If the one pill that was prescribed by the doctor is safe, two will be fine also. That simply is not true. Prescription medications work on the same brain centers that illicit drugs do, getting a person hooked in exactly the same biochemical ...
annexure ii - Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
... accurate dosage, self medication, pain avoidance and most importantly the patient compliance. The most popular dosage forms are being tablet and capsules, one important drawback of these dosage forms for some patients however is the difficulty in swallowing.1 Drinking water plays an important role i ...
... accurate dosage, self medication, pain avoidance and most importantly the patient compliance. The most popular dosage forms are being tablet and capsules, one important drawback of these dosage forms for some patients however is the difficulty in swallowing.1 Drinking water plays an important role i ...
Botanix Pharmaceutical Investor Factsheet
... antibiotic-independent mechanisms for reducing acne colonisation and infection an agent with the efficacy of the leading oral product (isotretinoin or 'Accutane'), but which is potentially free of its serious side effects. BTX1503 has the potential to meet these significant ...
... antibiotic-independent mechanisms for reducing acne colonisation and infection an agent with the efficacy of the leading oral product (isotretinoin or 'Accutane'), but which is potentially free of its serious side effects. BTX1503 has the potential to meet these significant ...
IOSR Journal of Applied Chemistry (IOSR-JAC)
... broad spectrum of pathogens, encompassing Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. However, most of fluoroquinolones show miner side effect one of these is skin reaction including photosensitivity. This response is inhibited by co-administration with H2 receptor antagonist [19-20]. The therapeutic ...
... broad spectrum of pathogens, encompassing Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. However, most of fluoroquinolones show miner side effect one of these is skin reaction including photosensitivity. This response is inhibited by co-administration with H2 receptor antagonist [19-20]. The therapeutic ...
STATUS OF FIXED DOSE DRUG COMBINATION IN ANTIDIABETIC DRUG
... Pharmacological treatment regimen should be Individualized (Fit the drug(s) to the patient) Factors to be taken into account 1. Degree of hyperglycemia 2. Properties of Antihyperglycemic drugs - effectiveness in lowering blood sugar - durability of glycemic control - side effects profile ...
... Pharmacological treatment regimen should be Individualized (Fit the drug(s) to the patient) Factors to be taken into account 1. Degree of hyperglycemia 2. Properties of Antihyperglycemic drugs - effectiveness in lowering blood sugar - durability of glycemic control - side effects profile ...
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... This article lists psychiatric symptoms associated with some families or classes of drugs. The type of psychiatric symptom is listed and then an explanatory note. Examples of some drugs in the family are given. The list of examples is not exhaustive. Alcohol, agents that cause hallucinations and oth ...
... This article lists psychiatric symptoms associated with some families or classes of drugs. The type of psychiatric symptom is listed and then an explanatory note. Examples of some drugs in the family are given. The list of examples is not exhaustive. Alcohol, agents that cause hallucinations and oth ...
Modern Methods in Drug Discovery
... Metabolism and Toxicology Finding a substance that shows an effect in vitro does not mean that this is a suitable drug candidate as well. The vast majority of chemical substances undergo biochemical transfromations inside the body (metabolisms). Some of these reactions lead to degradation products ( ...
... Metabolism and Toxicology Finding a substance that shows an effect in vitro does not mean that this is a suitable drug candidate as well. The vast majority of chemical substances undergo biochemical transfromations inside the body (metabolisms). Some of these reactions lead to degradation products ( ...
Considerations When Tampering Occurs
... It is also important to limit the number of PatientControlled Analgesia (PCA) keys available to staff to the smallest number possible, given the needs of the patient population being served. PCA keys should be stored in a single access compartment in an automated drug cabinet if possible, so staff tha ...
... It is also important to limit the number of PatientControlled Analgesia (PCA) keys available to staff to the smallest number possible, given the needs of the patient population being served. PCA keys should be stored in a single access compartment in an automated drug cabinet if possible, so staff tha ...
... any other drug for that matter, has been responsible for changing the sensation of breathlessness directly, either at the peripheral or central processing level. In other words, the way in which it is perceived independent of changes in the mechanics and control of breathing. It seems more likely th ...
Addiction
... Blum et al (1990, 1996); Spear (2000): Reward deficiency syndrome Nader et al. (2002) ...
... Blum et al (1990, 1996); Spear (2000): Reward deficiency syndrome Nader et al. (2002) ...
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring of Antiepileptic Drugs in the 21st Century
... of epilepsy supports the rationale for an individual targeted interval [34]. A patient-specific, relatively narrow concentration interval could be determined based on two blood samplings performed during satisfactory control of seizures, at some distance to take the variability into consideration. S ...
... of epilepsy supports the rationale for an individual targeted interval [34]. A patient-specific, relatively narrow concentration interval could be determined based on two blood samplings performed during satisfactory control of seizures, at some distance to take the variability into consideration. S ...
1 Topical Corticosteroids in Children
... than ointments. Lotions and creams may be preferred by parents since they are easier to apply and clean up than greasy ointments and less likely to stain their children's clothing.2,3 In addition to the corticosteroid potency and vehicle, the choice of dressing also will affect drug penetration. A p ...
... than ointments. Lotions and creams may be preferred by parents since they are easier to apply and clean up than greasy ointments and less likely to stain their children's clothing.2,3 In addition to the corticosteroid potency and vehicle, the choice of dressing also will affect drug penetration. A p ...
2 Pharmacology of ob..
... arcuate nucleus (ARC). In one group, the peptides neuropeptide Y (NPY) and agouti-related protein (AgRP) are co-localised; the other contains the polypeptides prepro-opiomelanocortin (POMC) and cocaine- and amphetamine-related transcript (CART), which release αmelanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). B ...
... arcuate nucleus (ARC). In one group, the peptides neuropeptide Y (NPY) and agouti-related protein (AgRP) are co-localised; the other contains the polypeptides prepro-opiomelanocortin (POMC) and cocaine- and amphetamine-related transcript (CART), which release αmelanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). B ...
docusate sodium/senna - DavisPlus
... Contraindicated in: Hypersensitivity; Abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, especially when associated with fever or other signs of an acute abdomen; Concomitant use of mineral oil. ⫽ Canadian drug name. ...
... Contraindicated in: Hypersensitivity; Abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, especially when associated with fever or other signs of an acute abdomen; Concomitant use of mineral oil. ⫽ Canadian drug name. ...
Neurology Firm NuPathe Gets $15M For Lead Migraine Patch
... Based in Conshohocken, Pa., NuPathe received seed financing in November. Birchmere Ventures, of Pittsburgh, and BioAdvance Ventures, of Philadelphia, a fund managed by Quaker BioVentures, co-led the Series A round, which included participation from Safeguard Scientifics Inc., of Wayne, Pa., and othe ...
... Based in Conshohocken, Pa., NuPathe received seed financing in November. Birchmere Ventures, of Pittsburgh, and BioAdvance Ventures, of Philadelphia, a fund managed by Quaker BioVentures, co-led the Series A round, which included participation from Safeguard Scientifics Inc., of Wayne, Pa., and othe ...
IN VITRO COMPLEXED NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE
... The objective of present work is to develop and characterize an oral sustained release matrix tablet of complexed Nicardipine Hydrochloride by employing hydrophilic and hydrophilic polymers. Due to poor water solubility of the drug its bioavailability is dissolution rate limited. The ...
... The objective of present work is to develop and characterize an oral sustained release matrix tablet of complexed Nicardipine Hydrochloride by employing hydrophilic and hydrophilic polymers. Due to poor water solubility of the drug its bioavailability is dissolution rate limited. The ...
Review questions from 2003-2014 IB exams for option D Medicine
... 5. Explain why depressants are sometimes describes as anti-depressants 6. The most widely used depressant is ethanol. Discuss the harmful effects of regularly taking large amounts of ethanol by referring to 4 specific problems 7. List 3 prescription depressants 8. One problem with many drugs is that ...
... 5. Explain why depressants are sometimes describes as anti-depressants 6. The most widely used depressant is ethanol. Discuss the harmful effects of regularly taking large amounts of ethanol by referring to 4 specific problems 7. List 3 prescription depressants 8. One problem with many drugs is that ...
Parasitic Diseases
... ii. Snail distribution is the main cause of this switch in distribution c. Japonicum, as you can see from the name, occurs mostly in Asia XVII. Pathogenesis of Schistosomiasis [S17] a. This is one of the most important parasitic diseases b. The symptoms come from the endless deposition of eggs c. In ...
... ii. Snail distribution is the main cause of this switch in distribution c. Japonicum, as you can see from the name, occurs mostly in Asia XVII. Pathogenesis of Schistosomiasis [S17] a. This is one of the most important parasitic diseases b. The symptoms come from the endless deposition of eggs c. In ...
Prescription Sedatives (Canadian Drug Summary)
... speech, irregular breathing, decreased heart rate and blood pressure, loss of inhibition, and impaired judgment, learning and memory. These medications can also cause side-effects such as confusion, disorientation, amnesia, depression and dizziness, and, more rarely, agitation and hallucinations. Th ...
... speech, irregular breathing, decreased heart rate and blood pressure, loss of inhibition, and impaired judgment, learning and memory. These medications can also cause side-effects such as confusion, disorientation, amnesia, depression and dizziness, and, more rarely, agitation and hallucinations. Th ...
SMALL RUMINANT ANESTHESIA
... animals, and can be sick without showing clinical signs. Therefore a good physical exam is of utmost importance. The doses of most of the anesthetic drugs are also very different from other species. The four-stomach configuration of small ruminants and the fermentation action that makes up the diges ...
... animals, and can be sick without showing clinical signs. Therefore a good physical exam is of utmost importance. The doses of most of the anesthetic drugs are also very different from other species. The four-stomach configuration of small ruminants and the fermentation action that makes up the diges ...
Drug interaction
A drug interaction is a situation in which a substance (usually another drug) affects the activity of a drug when both are administered together. This action can be synergistic (when the drug's effect is increased) or antagonistic (when the drug's effect is decreased) or a new effect can be produced that neither produces on its own. Typically, interactions between drugs come to mind (drug-drug interaction). However, interactions may also exist between drugs and foods (drug-food interactions), as well as drugs and medicinal plants or herbs (drug-plant interactions). People taking antidepressant drugs such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors should not take food containing tyramine as hypertensive crisis may occur (an example of a drug-food interaction). These interactions may occur out of accidental misuse or due to lack of knowledge about the active ingredients involved in the relevant substances.It is therefore easy to see the importance of these pharmacological interactions in the practice of medicine. If a patient is taking two drugs and one of them increases the effect of the other it is possible that an overdose may occur. The interaction of the two drugs may also increase the risk that side effects will occur. On the other hand, if the action of a drug is reduced it may cease to have any therapeutic use because of under dosage. Notwithstanding the above, on occasion these interactions may be sought in order to obtain an improved therapeutic effect. Examples of this include the use of codeine with paracetamol to increase its analgesic effect. Or the combination of clavulanic acid with amoxicillin in order to overcome bacterial resistance to the antibiotic. It should also be remembered that there are interactions that, from a theoretical standpoint, may occur but in clinical practice have no important repercussions.The pharmaceutical interactions that are of special interest to the practice of medicine are primarily those that have negative effects for an organism. The risk that a pharmacological interaction will appear increases as a function of the number of drugs administered to a patient at the same time.It is possible that an interaction will occur between a drug and another substance present in the organism (i.e. foods or alcohol). Or in certain specific situations a drug may even react with itself, such as occurs with dehydration. In other situations, the interaction does not involve any effect on the drug. In certain cases, the presence of a drug in an individual's blood may affect certain types of laboratory analysis (analytical interference).It is also possible for interactions to occur outside an organism before administration of the drugs has taken place. This can occur when two drugs are mixed, for example, in a saline solution prior to intravenous injection. Some classic examples of this type of interaction include that Thiopentone and Suxamethonium should not be placed in the same syringe and same is true for Benzylpenicillin and Heparin. These situations will all be discussed under the same heading due to their conceptual similarity.Drug interactions may be the result of various processes. These processes may include alterations in the pharmacokinetics of the drug, such as alterations in the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of a drug. Alternatively, drug interactions may be the result of the pharmacodynamic properties of the drug, e.g. the co-administration of a receptor antagonist and an agonist for the same receptor.