Jianfeng Zheng, Yunlu Gao, Xuemei Yi, and Yangfeng Ding* Case Report A 40-year-old man presented with pustular lesions all over the body for approximately 4 days’ duration. The onset of pustular lesions was accompanied by fever of a moderate degree and malaise. The patient admitted to unprotected extramarital contacts about a month and a half before the appearance […]
Read MoreEnoxaparin sodium is an anticoagulant medication (blood thinner).[6] It is used to treat and prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) including during pregnancy and following certain types of surgery.[6] It is also used in those with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and heart attacks.[6] It is given by injection just under the skin or into a vein.[6] It is also used during hemodialysis.[3][5] Common side effects include bleeding, fever, and swelling of the legs.[6] Bleeding […]
Read MoreKukanich B, Papich MG (October 2004). “Plasma profile and pharmacokinetics of dextromethorphan after intravenous and oral administration in healthy dogs”. Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics. 27 (5): 337–41. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2885.2004.00608.x. PMID 15500572. ^ Jump up to:a b c “Balminil DM, Benylin DM (dextromethorphan) dosing, indications, interactions, adverse effects, and more”. Medscape Reference. WebMD. Retrieved 15 April 2014. ^ “Reference Tables: Description and Solubility – D”. Archived from the original on 2017-07-04. […]
Read MoreIntroduction Radiation recall dermatitis is a well known but still poorly understood inflammatory reaction that can develop in previously irradiated sites, and can be triggered by a variety of different drugs, including cytostatic agents such as gemcitabine, taxanes or anthracyclines. Two case reports of radiation recall dermatitis after administration of pemetrexed have been published, but […]
Read MoreIt is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia. The antidepressant effects may take one to four weeks to occur. It is taken by mouth. Common side effects include nausea, trouble sleeping, sexual problems, shakiness, feeling tired, and sweating. Serious side effects include an increased risk of suicide in those under the age of 25, serotonin syndrome, glaucoma, and QT […]
Read MorePotassium it’s a mineral and an electrolyte that plays a role in many essential body functions like: Food Sources Main sources of potassium are: Hyperkalemia Overdose with potassium it’s called hyperkalemia. Causes of hyperkalemia are: Too much potassium can lead to ventricular arrhythmia, stimulation of aldosterone secretion, insulin and catecholamines. Hypokalemia Deficiency of potassium it’s […]
Read MoreAlprazolam, sold under the trade name Xanax, among others, is a short-acting benzodiazepine. It is most commonly used in short term management of anxiety disorders, specifically panic disorder or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
Read MoreIan Wisecarver, Sanjay Kamboj, MD, David Galambos, Michelle Korah-Sedgwick, MD, Ross McCarron, MD, Fred Lopez, MD CASE PRESENTATION A 72 year-old African American man with a past medical history of hypertension, heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, and alcohol use presented to the emergency department (ED) with a chief complaint of a one day history […]
Read MoreCodeine is an opiate used to treat pain, coughing, and diarrhea. It is typically used to treat mild to moderate degrees of pain. Greater benefit may occur when combined with paracetamol (acetaminophen) or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as aspirin or ibuprofen. It is generally taken by mouth. Common side effects include vomiting, constipation, itchiness, lightheadedness, and drowsiness. Serious side effects may include breathing difficulties and addiction. Whether its use in pregnancy is safe is unclear. Care should be […]
Read MoreSold for use by mouth under the brand names Andriol and Jatenzo and for use by injection under the brand names Aveed and Nebido Is used mainly in the treatment of low testosterone levels in men, which includes hormone therapy for transgender men. It is taken by mouth two to three times per day with food or given by injection into muscle once every 3.5 days to 2 weeks, depending on individual response. Include symptoms of masculinization like acne, increased hair […]
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