Sunday, May 23, 2010
What does the shelf life of a drug mean?
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It means that the active ingedient in the drug hasn't been tested for efficacy beyond that point, or that testing has shown reduced efficacy beyond that point. In most cases the reason is the former, not the latter. Meaning that after the specified date the drug may be less effective than advertised, thereby requiring labeling showing known shelf life.In other words, if you have 500mg tablets of Prilosec (The Purple Pill) with an expiration date of March 1, 2007, that means that the drug has been tested to be effective as advertised from the time the process on that particular batch was complete until the expiration date.Consumption AFTER the expiration date doesn't indicate that the drug will have adverse effects. It indicates that the effects may be reduced.
Means that beyond that date you should not consume the drug.
Same as the date on a carton of milk.
It is guaranteed fresh %26 good until that date.
How long the drug will last till it goes bad and non-edible.
it is the length of time a drug is safe to consume. but it differs from expiry date. the shelf life means the quality is optimal and beyond that it is still safe to consume but quality is no longer guaranteed.
the shelf life of a drug is the span of time when the drug is still effective and can be administered without any side effects
I am a med lab technologist and patient care technician, I also have my home nursing degree, the expiry date is just that.it has expired.it wont kill you if you take it, beyong popular belief, pills do not go bad or get spoiled.it just loses its potency. The effectiveness of the drug is not guarenteed after that date.
it's the expiration date. it can only be on the shelf for a certain amount of time before the potency goes down
Shelf life of a drug product is defined as the length of time, under the specific storage conditions, the drug product remains within specifications established to ensure its identity, purity, quality, and strength.
Let me give you an example. I don't know that you would consider hydrogen peroxide a legit "drug", but you may use it like a topical drug. Hydrogen peroxide has a half life. After a few years, any bottle of proxide solution will turn into a bottle of water (plus oxygen, which would probably slowly leak out.). Any drug you come across may have similar half lifes.. (although I can't say for certain what they would be, I'm not a chemist). Some drugs have a much longer storage life than others. I think asprin has an incredibly long shelf life. But the second factor is time itself. Some drugs are sensitive to moisture In the case of hydrogen peroxide, Ultraviolet exposure. The chances that any particular drug may have had something happen to it increase over time, therefore the likelyhood that any one pill will be as effective as when it was originally bought is deminished.Finally, drugmakers would like turnover, so its rather profitable for them to set limited shelf lifes. Please note: Antibiotics are netoriously short in shelf life. If you have old antibiotic ointments lying around, get rid of them because they won't do you any good.
Shelf life is just that.It is the amount of time the store can keep it on the shelf.It loses some of its potential after that.
what does the RX on doctors prescription mean??
on doctors prescriptions there is always an RX sign at the beginning of the 1st line, u can c tis sign also in pharmacies, what does it mean, or what does it stands for??
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The simple, quick answer--but not the only (or most romantic) one--is that Rx is an abbreviation for the Latin word "recipere" or "recipe," which means "Take, thou."
The symbol "Rx" meaning "prescription" is a transliteration of a symbol resembling a capital R with a cross on the diagonal (鈩?.There are various theories about the origin of this symbol - some note its similarity to the Eye of Horus, others to the ancient symbol for Jupiter, both gods whose protection may have been sought in medical contexts. Alternatively, it may be intended as an abbreviation of the Latin "recipe", the imperative form of "recipere", "to take"[2], and it is quite possible that more than one of these factors influenced its form. Literally, "Recipe" means simply "Take.." and when a doctor writes a prescription beginning with "Rx", he or she is completing the command. This was probably originally directed at the pharmacist who needed to take a certain amount of each ingredient to compound the medicine, rather than at the patient who must "take" the medicine, in the sense of consuming it.
Prescription
Rx means exactly that, prescription.Rx - is a short form of some word in Latin, I think.
The symbol "Rx" meaning "prescription" is a transliteration of a symbol resembling a capital R with a cross on the diagonal (鈩?.There are various theories about the origin of this symbol - some note its similarity to the Eye of Horus, others to the ancient symbol for Jupiter, both gods whose protection may have been sought in medical contexts. Alternatively, it may be intended as an abbreviation of the Latin "recipe", the imperative form of "recipere", "to take"[2], and it is quite possible that more than one of these factors influenced its form. Literally, "Recipe" means simply "Take.." and when a doctor writes a prescription beginning with "Rx", he or she is completing the command. This was probably originally directed at the pharmacist who needed to take a certain amount of each ingredient to compound the medicine, rather than at the patient who must "take" the medicine, in the sense of consuming it.Incidentally, in an entirely unrelated context (communications), "Rx" is an abbreviation for "receiver" or "to receive" and, in the same context, "Tx" is an abbreviation for "transmitter" or "to transmit."The word "prescription" can be decomposed into "pre" and "script" and literally means, "to write before" a drug can be prepared. Those within the industry will often call prescriptions simply "scripts".Rx can refer to:the symbol that originated in medical prescriptions. "鈩?quot; (also written as "Rx") and "medical prescription" are sometimes used interchangeably. The use of 鈩?in prescriptions originated as an astrological symbol that was written for talismanic reasons at the start of medical prescriptions. Later it changed into 鈩?(an uppercase R with its tail crossed), and was used as an abbreviation for the Latin word recipe = "take" (imperative), i.e. an instruction to the pharmacist to take the items listed in order to prepare the medicine. When printing came, it was rendered as "Rx"
Rx or legend drug is a legal description in the United States for drugs that are only available on prescription from a licensed medical practitioner but are not controlled substances.
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The simple, quick answer--but not the only (or most romantic) one--is that Rx is an abbreviation for the Latin word "recipere" or "recipe," which means "Take, thou."
The symbol "Rx" meaning "prescription" is a transliteration of a symbol resembling a capital R with a cross on the diagonal (鈩?.There are various theories about the origin of this symbol - some note its similarity to the Eye of Horus, others to the ancient symbol for Jupiter, both gods whose protection may have been sought in medical contexts. Alternatively, it may be intended as an abbreviation of the Latin "recipe", the imperative form of "recipere", "to take"[2], and it is quite possible that more than one of these factors influenced its form. Literally, "Recipe" means simply "Take.." and when a doctor writes a prescription beginning with "Rx", he or she is completing the command. This was probably originally directed at the pharmacist who needed to take a certain amount of each ingredient to compound the medicine, rather than at the patient who must "take" the medicine, in the sense of consuming it.
Prescription
Rx means exactly that, prescription.Rx - is a short form of some word in Latin, I think.
The symbol "Rx" meaning "prescription" is a transliteration of a symbol resembling a capital R with a cross on the diagonal (鈩?.There are various theories about the origin of this symbol - some note its similarity to the Eye of Horus, others to the ancient symbol for Jupiter, both gods whose protection may have been sought in medical contexts. Alternatively, it may be intended as an abbreviation of the Latin "recipe", the imperative form of "recipere", "to take"[2], and it is quite possible that more than one of these factors influenced its form. Literally, "Recipe" means simply "Take.." and when a doctor writes a prescription beginning with "Rx", he or she is completing the command. This was probably originally directed at the pharmacist who needed to take a certain amount of each ingredient to compound the medicine, rather than at the patient who must "take" the medicine, in the sense of consuming it.Incidentally, in an entirely unrelated context (communications), "Rx" is an abbreviation for "receiver" or "to receive" and, in the same context, "Tx" is an abbreviation for "transmitter" or "to transmit."The word "prescription" can be decomposed into "pre" and "script" and literally means, "to write before" a drug can be prepared. Those within the industry will often call prescriptions simply "scripts".Rx can refer to:the symbol that originated in medical prescriptions. "鈩?quot; (also written as "Rx") and "medical prescription" are sometimes used interchangeably. The use of 鈩?in prescriptions originated as an astrological symbol that was written for talismanic reasons at the start of medical prescriptions. Later it changed into 鈩?(an uppercase R with its tail crossed), and was used as an abbreviation for the Latin word recipe = "take" (imperative), i.e. an instruction to the pharmacist to take the items listed in order to prepare the medicine. When printing came, it was rendered as "Rx"
Rx or legend drug is a legal description in the United States for drugs that are only available on prescription from a licensed medical practitioner but are not controlled substances.
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what does the nervous system need most to function properly? fats, carbs.?
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It needs protein and the right types of fatty acids (eg Omega 3 types), in abundance, to form properly. It mostly uses simple sugars as fuel (eg glucose), AFAIK.Cats need taurine to develop their brains, BTW. It is an amino acid, but is not one of the 20 normally used to build proteins.
It normally functions on glucose, but it LOVES ketones. Also fats are important for myelinization.
vitamin B complex (1-6-12)
what does the medication trmadol do and how hoes it work?
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It's spelled tramadol, more information about it here: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/drugi.
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What does the HCl that is included in many medication names refer to?
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I know HCL as hydrochloric acid. However, I do not know any medication that makes use of HCL. Perhaps you could tell me the name of your medicine? (My guess is that those are orally ingested HCL tablets) HCL is actually found in the stomach and has a pH value of 2: highly acidic and corrosive. HCL activates the zymogens, pepsinogen and prorennin into pepsin and rennin. Besides, I have an interesting fact for you. Your stomach digests only PROTEINS. NO other stuff. Interesting it is right? Such a bag digests only protein!Zymogens are inactivated enzymes.
Enzymes help to digest food at a faster rate
Inactive enzymes cannot digest food
H = hydrogen
Cl = chloride
together they = hydrochloric acid
HCl is actually the short name or formula for hydrochloric acid.
first of all, HCl is not included in medications at the finished product, I mean its acidic effects does not exist, but its relative to its salt component, such as drug-HCl, because salts of HCl are easily dissolved in the media of stomach and intestine. so Drug-HCl is only means that itis the salt of medication, the cl is negative and the medication is positively charged in an acqeous solution.
HCL= [H] Hydrogen [CL] Chlorine.Combined HCL is pronounced
hydrochloric acid which of course is an acid.It is a amolecule having one atom of hydrogen and one atom of chlorine.When in a drug its acidic properties are next to nil.The HCl is present to make the drug soluble in water and digestive juices.
You ROCK Mr Pharm D Jtvone !Hydrochloride
The chemical compound hydrochloric acid is the aqueous (water-based) solution of hydrogen chloride (HCl) gas. It is a strong acid, the major component of gastric acid and of wide industrial use. As a highly corrosive liquid, hydrochloric acid should be handled only with appropriate safety precautions.Hydrochloric acid, or muriatic acid by its historical but still occasionally used name, has been an important and frequently-used chemical from early history, and was discovered by the alchemist Jabir ibn Hayyan around the year 800. It was used throughout the Middle Ages by alchemists in the quest for the philosopher's stone, and later by several European scientists including Glauber, Priestley, and Davy, to help establish modern chemical knowledge.During the Industrial Revolution, it became an important industrial chemical for many applications, including the large-scale production of organic compounds, such as vinyl chloride for PVC plastic and MDI/TDI for polyurethane, and smaller-scale applications, such as production of gelatin and other ingredients in food, and leather processing. At present, production is approximately 20 million metric tonnes annually (20 Mt/a) of HCl gas.
what does the expiration date on drugs mean?
specifically i have ibuprofen with an expiration date of february 05. does the drug mutate into something harmful or does it just lose potency? if it is just a decrease in potency what would the current potency be as a percentage of the full strength?
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It really depends. For most drugs, the expiration date is not the actual "expiration" date, that is, the drug loses its potentcy/kills you, but the date you should discard it while you remember. As a matter of fact, most of the expired drugs, sometimes for years, are being donated by medical corporations to third world countries and a great majority of them are still effective. HOWEVER, this does not encourage you to take expired medicine. Depending on the drug you are having, it could be deadly. So to answer your question, don't try expired medicine unless you are in Africa (Yes, I know it sounds messed up).
It probably just loses potency. But be careful. Your body might have a crazy reaction to it. I took expired pills once thinking they'll still work. My body rejected it and I threw up. EWW! Gross!
The drugs were lab tested and their effective potency can be assured under normal storage conditions until the expiration date. Ibuprofen is inexpensive, take what you need for pain now (keep it under 800mg) and go get a new bottle.
With scripts it's the toss date, but over-the-counter drugs which are just a fraction of the potency; I usually keep another six months.
an expiration date on drugs mean they are no good. They are no longer in service to smoke. Don't smoke them, you can get really sick from it!
Expiration date on drugs means that after that date, it will START to decrease its potency until such time that the drug will lose its efficacy. AFTER that, it will start to become a harmful substance.Therefore, if possible, refrain from using expired drugs because you might not get the correct dosage that you need and it might even be harmful to your health.
The expiry date of drugs are the date when drugs start to rot..
It means the drug will probably not be as effective because the ingrediants have started to break down. Taking them could give you a reaction. It is possible that nothing else could happen because the drugs simply have lost their effectiveness.
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It really depends. For most drugs, the expiration date is not the actual "expiration" date, that is, the drug loses its potentcy/kills you, but the date you should discard it while you remember. As a matter of fact, most of the expired drugs, sometimes for years, are being donated by medical corporations to third world countries and a great majority of them are still effective. HOWEVER, this does not encourage you to take expired medicine. Depending on the drug you are having, it could be deadly. So to answer your question, don't try expired medicine unless you are in Africa (Yes, I know it sounds messed up).
It probably just loses potency. But be careful. Your body might have a crazy reaction to it. I took expired pills once thinking they'll still work. My body rejected it and I threw up. EWW! Gross!
The drugs were lab tested and their effective potency can be assured under normal storage conditions until the expiration date. Ibuprofen is inexpensive, take what you need for pain now (keep it under 800mg) and go get a new bottle.
With scripts it's the toss date, but over-the-counter drugs which are just a fraction of the potency; I usually keep another six months.
an expiration date on drugs mean they are no good. They are no longer in service to smoke. Don't smoke them, you can get really sick from it!
Expiration date on drugs means that after that date, it will START to decrease its potency until such time that the drug will lose its efficacy. AFTER that, it will start to become a harmful substance.Therefore, if possible, refrain from using expired drugs because you might not get the correct dosage that you need and it might even be harmful to your health.
The expiry date of drugs are the date when drugs start to rot..
It means the drug will probably not be as effective because the ingrediants have started to break down. Taking them could give you a reaction. It is possible that nothing else could happen because the drugs simply have lost their effectiveness.
What does the crista falciformis do?
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polka
The crista falciformis, has two unequal portions. Each portion is further subdivided by a vertical ridge into an anterior and a posterior part. In the portion beneath the crista falciformis are three sets of foramina; one group, just below the posterior part of the crest, situated in the area cribrosa media, consists of several small openings for the nerves to the saccule
What does the 'C' in CRP (or C reactive protein) stand for?
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The C is for the overal consentration of the protein. Like BAC(blood alcohol content) it is looking for how much of something is in another.It is not a new test, but it is a test in the news. CRP, also known as C-Reactive Protein, is a test which measures the concentration in blood serum of a special type of protein produced in the liver that is present during episodes of acute inflammation or infection. In the body, CRP plays the important role of interacting with the complement system, an immunologic defense mechanism.It's value is as a general indicator, not specific.It must be noted that even in known cases of inflammatory disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, a low CRP level is possible, and is not indicative of no inflammation.Normally there is no CRP in blood serum. From Lab Tests Online, "a high or increasing amount of CRP in your blood suggests that you have an acute infection or inflammation. Although a result above 1 mg/dL is usually considered high for CRP, most infections and inflammations result in CRP levels above 10 mg/dL".A positive CRP may be an indicator of several conditions, including:rheumatoid arthritis
rheumatic fever
cancer
tuberculosis
pneumonia
heart attack
lupusA positive CRP also can be detected during the last half of pregnancy or with the use of oral contraception.Sedimentation RateAnother blood test often ordered in conjunction with CRP is known as ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate or sedrate). Both CRP and ESR give similar information about non-specific inflammation. CRP appears and disappears more quickly than changes in ESR. Therefore, your CRP level may drop to normal following successful treatment, whereas ESR may remain elevated for a longer period.Most recently, CRP has made headlines as it relates to heart disease. New studies indicate CRP may be elevated in heart attacks. It is yet to be determined if CRP serves as a marker of heart disease or whether it plays a part in causing atherosclerotic disease (hardening of the arteries).There is also a high sensitivity CRP test (hs-CRP) in addition to the regular CRP test. The hs-CRP measures very low amounts of CRP in the blood and is typically used to assess risk for heart problems.As a blood test, CRP is not specific. A high result serves as a general indication of acute inflammation. In cases of inflammatory rheumatic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, doctors can utilize the CRP test to assess the effectiveness of a specific arthritis treatment and monitor periods of disease flareup.
CARDIAL
cardiac
C for COMPLEMENT. This is a blood test that measures complement activity or the concentration of complement components in serum. CRP, also known as C-Reactive Protein, is a test which measures the concentration in blood serum of a special type of protein produced in the liver that is present during episodes of acute inflammation or infection. In the body, CRP plays the important role of interacting with the complement system, an immunologic defense mechanism.
What does the abbreviation ENT stand for?
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E.N.T.stands for Ear, nose and throat. Otorhinoloryngology (oto-ear; rhino-nose; larynx-throat; logos-science) The branch of medicine dealing with the ear, nose and throat.
Pease see the webpage for more details on ENT.
ear, nose, throat
this refers to ent doctors who specialize in the ear, nose, and throat areas.
Ear, nose, and Throat.
Ear Nose and Throat.. Is one thing, but I am sure there are many others
Ear Nose and Throat physician.
medicine ear, nose, and throat
Ears Nose and Throat
emt means emergency medical treatment
An ENT is a doctor who specializes in ear, nose and throat problems. An ENT is sometimes also called an Otolaryngologist.
An ENT with additional training in the medical and surgical management of dizziness,hearing loss, and tumors of the ear is called an Otologist.
entertainment
ear nose throat, its a doctor.
ENT stands for Ear, Nose which covers otolaryngology and head and neck medicine.
E stands for Ear, N for Nose %26 T for Throat, ENT is one of surgery dvisions or specialities.
ears nose and throat
ENT
abbr.ear, nose, and throat
E=EAR
N=NOSE
T=THROAT
ITS A MEDICAL ABBREVIATION
Ear Nose Throat
what does synopsicalmean in medical terms?
medically what does synopsical mean
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Synopsical would mean medically what it would mean otherwise i.e. in synopsis,.. in summary.it doesn't have any seperate medical meaning or context.I think synosical per se is not grammatically correct, anyway the point is just the same
Summative or the summary of the medical evaluation undertaken.
um. church?
its not synopsical its synoptical and it means presenting or taking the same point of view; used especially of the first three gospels of the New Testament; "the synoptic Gospels"
Generally, it means Taking the same point of view. that is if one doctor surmises that the problem is X and another doctor comes up with the same conclusion, then they hae a synoptical viewBy the say.. the word, I think you wanted was SYNOPTICAL
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Synopsical would mean medically what it would mean otherwise i.e. in synopsis,.. in summary.it doesn't have any seperate medical meaning or context.I think synosical per se is not grammatically correct, anyway the point is just the same
Summative or the summary of the medical evaluation undertaken.
um. church?
its not synopsical its synoptical and it means presenting or taking the same point of view; used especially of the first three gospels of the New Testament; "the synoptic Gospels"
Generally, it means Taking the same point of view. that is if one doctor surmises that the problem is X and another doctor comes up with the same conclusion, then they hae a synoptical viewBy the say.. the word, I think you wanted was SYNOPTICAL
what does sweat contain?
trying to find out water and waste products that are eliminated through the skin from the digestive stystem
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Sweating (also called perspiration or sometimes transpiration) is the loss of a watery fluid, consisting mainly of sodium chloride (commonly known as salt) and urea in solution, that is secreted by the sweat glands in the skin of mammals. Sweat also consist of the chemicals or odorants 2-methylphenol and 4-methylphenol.In humans, sweating is primarily a means of temperature regulation. Evaporation of sweat from the skin surface has a cooling effect due to the latent heat of evaporation of water. Hence, in hot weather, or when the individual's muscles heat up due to exertion, more sweat is produced. Sweating is increased by nervousness and nausea and decreased by cold. Animals with few sweat glands, such as dogs, accomplish similar temperature regulation results by panting, which evaporates water from the moist lining of the oral cavity and pharynx.
Mainly Sodium and Chloride, which is why it tastes salty. It also contains small amounts of other chemicals including urea. also some pheromones, from certain parts of the body, and some organis chemicals, fresh sweat dosen't smell bad, but after being attacked by skin bacteris, it will start to smell bad.
"Human sweat contains numerous substances. The most important substance to be replaced during and after exercise besides water, is sodium chloride (salt). Salt helps maintain proper neuromuscular action and promotes rehydration. In addition, salt, as in sports drinks, triggers thirst and helps prevent dehydration. Frequent muscle cramping in a minority of athletes results from excessive amounts of salt lost through sweat. This can be alleviated by consuming larger quantities of salt, in addition that provided in sports drinks."
sweat contains Nacl(Sodium chloride ) Urea, amino acids, water,proteins
well, it mainly composed of:
1-water.
2-sodium chloride.
3-urea.
4-odorants like 2-methylphenol and 4-methylphenol.
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Sweating (also called perspiration or sometimes transpiration) is the loss of a watery fluid, consisting mainly of sodium chloride (commonly known as salt) and urea in solution, that is secreted by the sweat glands in the skin of mammals. Sweat also consist of the chemicals or odorants 2-methylphenol and 4-methylphenol.In humans, sweating is primarily a means of temperature regulation. Evaporation of sweat from the skin surface has a cooling effect due to the latent heat of evaporation of water. Hence, in hot weather, or when the individual's muscles heat up due to exertion, more sweat is produced. Sweating is increased by nervousness and nausea and decreased by cold. Animals with few sweat glands, such as dogs, accomplish similar temperature regulation results by panting, which evaporates water from the moist lining of the oral cavity and pharynx.
Mainly Sodium and Chloride, which is why it tastes salty. It also contains small amounts of other chemicals including urea. also some pheromones, from certain parts of the body, and some organis chemicals, fresh sweat dosen't smell bad, but after being attacked by skin bacteris, it will start to smell bad.
"Human sweat contains numerous substances. The most important substance to be replaced during and after exercise besides water, is sodium chloride (salt). Salt helps maintain proper neuromuscular action and promotes rehydration. In addition, salt, as in sports drinks, triggers thirst and helps prevent dehydration. Frequent muscle cramping in a minority of athletes results from excessive amounts of salt lost through sweat. This can be alleviated by consuming larger quantities of salt, in addition that provided in sports drinks."
sweat contains Nacl(Sodium chloride ) Urea, amino acids, water,proteins
well, it mainly composed of:
1-water.
2-sodium chloride.
3-urea.
4-odorants like 2-methylphenol and 4-methylphenol.
What does subspecialty mean?
Like when a certain medical specialty has the option to do "subspecialty" for a couple of extra years why do they do it and besides more experience what do they get out of it?
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It's the ability to specialize even more in any given arena. For example, a pediatrician may decide to subspecialize in the treatment of childhood leukemia. Or an oncologist may decide to specialize in the treatment of breast cancer. And on it goes through all phases of medicine..
They do it because it is more challenging. And because they have a strong desire and drive to pursue that area of pratice. They usually end up in a much more elite, high end practice and can make alot more money.
A narrow field of study or work within a specialty, as pediatric dermatology or geriatric psychiatry.
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It's the ability to specialize even more in any given arena. For example, a pediatrician may decide to subspecialize in the treatment of childhood leukemia. Or an oncologist may decide to specialize in the treatment of breast cancer. And on it goes through all phases of medicine..
They do it because it is more challenging. And because they have a strong desire and drive to pursue that area of pratice. They usually end up in a much more elite, high end practice and can make alot more money.
A narrow field of study or work within a specialty, as pediatric dermatology or geriatric psychiatry.
what does ST elevation of an ECG of a patient who has recently suffered a heart attack indicate?
was wondering why chlopidogrel and aspirin are contra indicated in MI patients whith elevated ST segment. (According to BNF)
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The ST elevation, like any ECG abnormality, is an indication of and alteration to either the electrical activities in cardiac muscle cells and/or the normal progression of electrical signals in the heart, (the heart muscle cells are all electrically connected together, and there are nerves running through the heart - they are called Purkinje fibres).The sign ST elevation on an ECG is consistent with changes in conduction and cellular activity due to lack of nutrients and oxygen to the cells - therefore it indicates a poor/absent blood supply to a given region of heart muscle (therefore that heart muscle damage is either likely, or is actively occuring)ST elevation isn't actually the most reliable sign of damage to heart muscle. A better sign is wide and/or deep Q-waves on an ECG. Q-waves can take 24hrs to develop following a myocardial infarction (or "heart attack"), and so, if we were to wait for Q-waves, then it may be a little late to treat a heart attack.So, actually, heart attacks get divided into NSTEMIs (non ST elevation myocardial infarctions) and STEMIs (ST elevation myocardial infarctions). Provided there are no other contra-indications, STEMIs get treated with thrombolysis or percutaneous coronary angioplasty, as they are more serious than NSTEMIs.So, in a nutshell, an ST elevation on an ECG, in the presence of clinical signs (such as chest pain, shortness of breath etc..) is a sign that the current heart attack is rather more serious and hence needs riskier/more invasive treatment.PS: The above pertains to very recent ST elevation, in the presence of clinical signs such as chest pains etc. After a heart attack (assuming the patient survives), the ST elevation gradually settles, but this takes time. So ST elevation in the absence of clinical signs is merely a sign of a recent heart attack and is not, on its own, diagnostic of on-going damage.
I thought elivated T waves were a sign of hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels) Which BNF are you looking at? Mine, no.51, says 'acute coronary syndrome without ST-segment elevation which is not the same as an MI. See NEJM article for more info
thay are still alive
Sounds like we're in the same boat.I even asked a specialist after my ECG showed an ST elevation and he mumbled something about blockages in arteries/blood unable to get through the heart valves and all sorts of other medical crap.
I'm still none the wiser to this day.
ST elevation on an EKG can indicate damage to your heart muscle, blocked arteries, etc. But, if the heart is worked on quickly, the muscle can sometimes repair itself..
this clearly shows that the patient has a bad heart problem it could be the mix of drugs also condition could be worsening
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The ST elevation, like any ECG abnormality, is an indication of and alteration to either the electrical activities in cardiac muscle cells and/or the normal progression of electrical signals in the heart, (the heart muscle cells are all electrically connected together, and there are nerves running through the heart - they are called Purkinje fibres).The sign ST elevation on an ECG is consistent with changes in conduction and cellular activity due to lack of nutrients and oxygen to the cells - therefore it indicates a poor/absent blood supply to a given region of heart muscle (therefore that heart muscle damage is either likely, or is actively occuring)ST elevation isn't actually the most reliable sign of damage to heart muscle. A better sign is wide and/or deep Q-waves on an ECG. Q-waves can take 24hrs to develop following a myocardial infarction (or "heart attack"), and so, if we were to wait for Q-waves, then it may be a little late to treat a heart attack.So, actually, heart attacks get divided into NSTEMIs (non ST elevation myocardial infarctions) and STEMIs (ST elevation myocardial infarctions). Provided there are no other contra-indications, STEMIs get treated with thrombolysis or percutaneous coronary angioplasty, as they are more serious than NSTEMIs.So, in a nutshell, an ST elevation on an ECG, in the presence of clinical signs (such as chest pain, shortness of breath etc..) is a sign that the current heart attack is rather more serious and hence needs riskier/more invasive treatment.PS: The above pertains to very recent ST elevation, in the presence of clinical signs such as chest pains etc. After a heart attack (assuming the patient survives), the ST elevation gradually settles, but this takes time. So ST elevation in the absence of clinical signs is merely a sign of a recent heart attack and is not, on its own, diagnostic of on-going damage.
I thought elivated T waves were a sign of hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels) Which BNF are you looking at? Mine, no.51, says 'acute coronary syndrome without ST-segment elevation which is not the same as an MI. See NEJM article for more info
thay are still alive
Sounds like we're in the same boat.I even asked a specialist after my ECG showed an ST elevation and he mumbled something about blockages in arteries/blood unable to get through the heart valves and all sorts of other medical crap.
I'm still none the wiser to this day.
ST elevation on an EKG can indicate damage to your heart muscle, blocked arteries, etc. But, if the heart is worked on quickly, the muscle can sometimes repair itself..
this clearly shows that the patient has a bad heart problem it could be the mix of drugs also condition could be worsening
what does somatic recombination have to do with multiple myeloma?
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Mutation in the light chain protien that presents itself in MMtough question; I would check medical database for more or send email to the IMF so they could have science advisor answer.www.myeloma.orgJewells
30 months and still here
antibody variability.
The same thing that Bill had to do with Monica. :)
It shouldn't have anything to do with multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma starts as any other cancer starts, with a mutation of a gene. In this case, it is a mutation that occurs in plasma cells. Now, somatic recombination is involved with the selection of antibodies, which plasma cells secrete. But the malignancy does not relate to the recombination that produces the antibodies. It has to do with a mutation in the reproductive genetics of the cell, and not the cell's products.
What does slow poison means? Are they available for a common man? does the poison differ for humans n animals?
I would like to get answers from persons who are very much into medical and pharmacy field. I'm writing an essay about this topic. The correct details provided will be very helpful for me. Thank You.
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You should have done research somewhere else.
Cause when you kill whoever it is you are looking to kill .they will find this post and you will be done for.
It works over time, of course if you want it there's always a way to get it. Often they are common household use items.
Its when you shag some one 2 times every minute with a ciggarett
who are you wanting to kill?humm?
Slow poisoning means consuming small amount of Poisons for a certain period.This is fatal for living oraganism.It will affect body the time depends on the amount%26 type of the consuming Poison.Yes these kinds of Poison are also applicable for man.Notes:DON'T TRY THIS IN YOUR LIFE.
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You should have done research somewhere else.
Cause when you kill whoever it is you are looking to kill .they will find this post and you will be done for.
It works over time, of course if you want it there's always a way to get it. Often they are common household use items.
Its when you shag some one 2 times every minute with a ciggarett
who are you wanting to kill?humm?
Slow poisoning means consuming small amount of Poisons for a certain period.This is fatal for living oraganism.It will affect body the time depends on the amount%26 type of the consuming Poison.Yes these kinds of Poison are also applicable for man.Notes:DON'T TRY THIS IN YOUR LIFE.
What does RX mean when taking prescription drugs?
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In English, "Rx" doesn't seem to have any connection to "pharmacy." However it does in Latin, albeit in a roundabout way.According to Yahoo! Reference, "Rx" means "prescription for medicine." The letters abbreviate the Latin word recipe, which is a form of the verb "to take."Doctors write Rx in the heading of prescriptions as an instruction to "take" the medicine. The pharmacists filling the orders understand this shorthand (and hopefully they can read the doctors' handwriting) and print it on pill bottles with whatever else doctors order, such as "take twice daily with food." Somewhere along the line, pharmacists started using "Rx" on their storefront signs so patients knew where to get their doctors' instructions translated.
Rx just means "prescription medicine." The letters abbreviate the Latin word recipe, which is a form of the verb "to take."
www.dictionary.comRx
n.
A prescription for medicine or a medical appliance.
A remedy, cure, or solution for a disorder or problem.
RX mean take thou..
Rx doesnt mean prescription medicine.
its a short cut of some greek word meaning (THERAPY)
Therapy can be anyform ,not neccassarily medicines.
ok !!
ps. stop looking in dictionaries.
Rx means -A prescription for medicine or a medical appliance.Also means--A remedy, cure, or solution for a disorder or problem.. I hope this is what you where looking for.
RX is just an abbreviation of the medical term Prescrption Drug
Rx is a Greek terminology used in the history of medicine. It almost makes a sort of salute to the God of health %26 medicine that is explained with snake spiriling over an object. Conventionally, Physicians consider this as a right method to follow and we come across this simple term just before medical prescription.Ok!
A question for all !
What the surgeons have to write equivalent to Rx.
There was one, but is not in use.
Think it over ! Ofcourse, there is one.
Search in the old books!
what does PEDS, OB, LAB, OP, ENT also Mean in medical terms?
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peds for pediatrics
ob for obstetrics
lab for laboratory
op for out patient
ent for ears, nose and throat
pediatrics.obstetrics.labo.
peds is short for pediatrics.(branch of medicine that deals with children)
ob is short for obstretics.(branch of medicine that deals with birth and delivery)
lab is short for laboratory.
op is short for out patient.
ent is short for ear, nose, and throat.
What does Pathomechanics refer to/ mean?
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patho: The study ofSo pathomechanics is the study of the mechanical aspects of a certain structure of the body, I would assume. By mechanical, I mean movements.
The path you take to the mechanics?
What does oxycontin feel like?
How does it compare to vicodin?
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OxyContin is a prescription painkiller used for moderate to high pain relief associated with injuries, bursitis, dislocation, fractures, neuralgia, arthritis, lower back pain, and pain associated with cancer.OxyContin contains oxycodone, the medication's active ingredient, in a timed-release tablet. Oxycodone products have been illicitly abused for the past 30 years.OxyContin produces opiate-like effects and is sometimes used as a substitute for heroin. Illicit uses of OxyContin include crushing the tablet and ingesting or snorting it. Most individuals who abuse this drug do so to gain euphoric effects, relieve pain, and to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Those who take the drug repeatedly can develop a tolerance or resistance to the drug's effects.
Works much better on pain. The euphoria feeling you get from it goes away rather quickly. Highly addictive
Feels good
Let's just say Oxycontin was prescribed to my mother dying with lung cancer. She felt no pain.
They are both small and smooth.They both bind to the "mu" receptor in the brain and spinal cord, so they should produce the same effect--oxycodone just produces more of it.
Oxycontin (brand)
Oxycodone (generic)
Oxycodone is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It is a pain reliever.Oxycodone is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain.
Vicodin (brand)
Acetaminophen (tylenol) and hydrocodone (generic)
Hydrocodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.Together, acetaminophen and hydrocodone are used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain.
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OxyContin is a prescription painkiller used for moderate to high pain relief associated with injuries, bursitis, dislocation, fractures, neuralgia, arthritis, lower back pain, and pain associated with cancer.OxyContin contains oxycodone, the medication's active ingredient, in a timed-release tablet. Oxycodone products have been illicitly abused for the past 30 years.OxyContin produces opiate-like effects and is sometimes used as a substitute for heroin. Illicit uses of OxyContin include crushing the tablet and ingesting or snorting it. Most individuals who abuse this drug do so to gain euphoric effects, relieve pain, and to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Those who take the drug repeatedly can develop a tolerance or resistance to the drug's effects.
Works much better on pain. The euphoria feeling you get from it goes away rather quickly. Highly addictive
Feels good
Let's just say Oxycontin was prescribed to my mother dying with lung cancer. She felt no pain.
They are both small and smooth.They both bind to the "mu" receptor in the brain and spinal cord, so they should produce the same effect--oxycodone just produces more of it.
Oxycontin (brand)
Oxycodone (generic)
Oxycodone is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It is a pain reliever.Oxycodone is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain.
Vicodin (brand)
Acetaminophen (tylenol) and hydrocodone (generic)
Hydrocodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.Together, acetaminophen and hydrocodone are used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain.
What does naprosyn treat?
I saw that and Percocet in my bf/s medicine cabinet yesterday, but the never told me that he was takig medication. I'd appreciate it if someone could tell me what both these medications treat, thanks in advance to anyone who can answer my question correctly.
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Naprosyn is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and is used to treat arthritis. It has some analgesic (pain relief) action, also. Percocet is a narcotic analgesic (Oxycodone) and is a Schedule II medication. It is highly addictive and has strong pain relieving action, but causes diminished motor function. It is a synthetic opioid.
Get me the Percocet's o.k.? Naprosyn is an anti-inflammatory pain reliever.
I take it for tendinitis. I have bad knees and elbows from sports. it's the same thing as Alieve, but in a bigger dose usually 500mg. Percocet is a muscle relaxer, pain reliever.Probably got hurt it sounds like.
Naprosyn, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, is used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis), juvenile arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (spinal arthritis), tendinitis, bursitis, and acute gout; it is also used to relieve menstrual cramps and other types of mild to moderate pain.Percocet?
鈥? Oxycodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.
Naprosyn is the brand name prescription form of naproxen sodium, which is Aleve. Both are painkillers.
Its treated for Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, primary dysmenorrhoea, acute gout, pelvic inflammation, ankylosing spondylitis, tooth extraction, tendinitis, bursitis, juvenile arthritis.
naproxen is an anti-inflammatory pain killer, most commonly used for period pain, gout, painful joints etc.
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Naprosyn is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and is used to treat arthritis. It has some analgesic (pain relief) action, also. Percocet is a narcotic analgesic (Oxycodone) and is a Schedule II medication. It is highly addictive and has strong pain relieving action, but causes diminished motor function. It is a synthetic opioid.
Get me the Percocet's o.k.? Naprosyn is an anti-inflammatory pain reliever.
I take it for tendinitis. I have bad knees and elbows from sports. it's the same thing as Alieve, but in a bigger dose usually 500mg. Percocet is a muscle relaxer, pain reliever.Probably got hurt it sounds like.
Naprosyn, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, is used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis), juvenile arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (spinal arthritis), tendinitis, bursitis, and acute gout; it is also used to relieve menstrual cramps and other types of mild to moderate pain.Percocet?
鈥? Oxycodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.
Naprosyn is the brand name prescription form of naproxen sodium, which is Aleve. Both are painkillers.
Its treated for Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, primary dysmenorrhoea, acute gout, pelvic inflammation, ankylosing spondylitis, tooth extraction, tendinitis, bursitis, juvenile arthritis.
naproxen is an anti-inflammatory pain killer, most commonly used for period pain, gout, painful joints etc.
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