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Lecithin–cholesterol acyltransferase (LCAT, also called phosphatidylcholine–sterol O-acyltransferase) is an enzyme that converts free cholesterol into cholesteryl ester (a more hydrophobic form of cholesterol), which is then sequestered into the core of a lipoprotein particle, event... | Lecithin–cholesterol acyltransferase
Lecithin–cholesterol acyltransferase (LCAT, also called phosphatidylcholine–sterol O-acyltransferase) is an enzyme that converts free cholesterol into cholesteryl ester (a more hydrophobic form of cholesterol), which is then sequestered into the core of a lipoprotein particle, even... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Lecithin%E2%80%93cholesterol_acyltransferase | |
12f45a28d4597b9690ead1b1fc18be282ba6f904 | wikidoc | Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrome | Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrome overview
# Overview
Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrome is a degenerative disease of the hip joint, where a loss of bone mass leads to some degree of collapse of the hip joint, that is, to deformity of the ball of the femur and the surface of the hip socket. The disease is typically found in young... | Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrome overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrome is a degenerative disease of the hip joint, where a loss of bone mass leads to some degree of collapse of the hip joint, that is, to deformity of the ball of the femur and the surface of the ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Legg-Calv%C3%A9-Perthes_syndrome_overview | |
2a77d6c9af664e8d2d61a27f2abab12ea53d37f4 | wikidoc | Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl estradiol | Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl estradiol
# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. WikiDoc is intended to be an educational tool, not a tool for any form of healthcare delivery. The educati... | Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl estradiol
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# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provide... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Levonorgestrel_and_Ethinyl_estradiol | |
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# Overview
Lightheadedness is a common and often unpleasant sensation of dizziness and/or feeling that one may be about to faint, which may be transient, recurrent, or occasionally chronic. In some cases, the individual may feel as though his or her head is weightless. It can be ... | Lightheadedness and vertigo overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2]
# Overview
Lightheadedness is a common and often unpleasant sensation of dizziness and/or feeling that one may be about to faint, which may be transient, recurrent, or occasionally chronic. In some cases, the individual may feel... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Lightheadedness_and_vertigo_overview | |
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# DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
If significant diarrhea occurs during therapy, this antibiotic should be discontinued. (See WARNING box.)
## INTRAMUSCULAR
Adults
Serious infections—600 mg (2 mL) intramuscularly every 24 hours. More severe infections—600 mg (2 mL) intramuscularly every... | Lincomycin dosage and administration
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
# DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
If significant diarrhea occurs during therapy, this antibiotic should be discontinued. (See WARNING box.)
## INTRAMUSCULAR
Adults
Serious inf... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Lincomycin_dosage_and_administration | |
21b2fc628822d7954701ca7e0042bf6f1cef8a36 | wikidoc | List of drugs affected by grapefruit | List of drugs affected by grapefruit
# Overview
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice has the potential to interaction with numerous drugs. This is due to the fruit's relatively high concentration of naringin, bergamottin, and dihydroxybergamottin, which interfere with the intestinal enzyme cytochrome P450 isoform CYP3A4. ... | List of drugs affected by grapefruit
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice has the potential to interaction with numerous drugs. This is due to the fruit's relatively high concentration of naringin, bergamottin, and dihydroxybergamottin, which interfere with th... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/List_of_drugs_affected_by_grapefruit | |
972fb87ccf3e21b7ad7296e7cf879588a375b88b | wikidoc | Long QT syndrome laboratory findings | Long QT syndrome laboratory findings
# Overview
An elevated/reduced concentration of serum/blood/urinary/CSF/other is diagnostic of .
OR
Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of include , , and .
OR
is usually normal for patients with .
OR
Some patients with may have elevated/reduced concentration of ,... | Long QT syndrome laboratory findings
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
# Overview
An elevated/reduced concentration of serum/blood/urinary/CSF/other [lab test] is diagnostic of [disease name].
OR
Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of [disease name] includ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Long_QT_syndrome_laboratory_findings | |
b354e83e9cfd57abb2113789b431348cc17a282f | wikidoc | Lorcaserin Hydrochloride Hemihydrate | Lorcaserin Hydrochloride Hemihydrate
# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. WikiDoc is intended to be an educational tool, not a tool for any form of healthcare delivery. The educati... | Lorcaserin Hydrochloride Hemihydrate
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# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. Wi... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Lorcaserin | |
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Luteinizing hormone subunit beta also known as lutropin subunit beta or LHβ is a polypeptide that in association with an alpha subunit common to all gonadotropin hormones forms the reproductive signaling molecule luteinizing hormone. In humans it is encoded by the LHB gene.
# Gene... | Luteinizing hormone beta polypeptide
Luteinizing hormone subunit beta also known as lutropin subunit beta or LHβ is a polypeptide that in association with an alpha subunit common to all gonadotropin hormones forms the reproductive signaling molecule luteinizing hormone. In humans it is encoded by the LHB gene.[1][2]
... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Luteinizing_hormone_beta_polypeptide | |
4b8a69345839be09066ceaa1644b1565df2a9173 | wikidoc | Lybalvi (Olanzapine and Samidorphan) | Lybalvi (Olanzapine and Samidorphan)
# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. WikiDoc is intended to be an educational tool, not a tool for any form of healthcare delivery. The educati... | Lybalvi (Olanzapine and Samidorphan)
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# Disclaimer
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# Overview
# Medical Therapy
The association of LAM with women of childbearing age suggests that hormonal stimulation plays a role in the disease process, and several approaches to t... | Lymphangiomyomatosis medical therapy
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# Overview
# Medical Therapy
The association of LAM with women of childbearing age suggests that hormonal stimulation plays a role in the disease proce... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Lymphangiomyomatosis_medical_therapy | |
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The muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M1, also known as the cholinergic receptor, muscarinic 1, is a muscarinic receptor that in humans is encoded by the CHRM1 gene. It is localized to 11q13.
This receptor is found mediating slow EPSP at the ganglion in the postganglionic nerve, is ... | Muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M1
The muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M1, also known as the cholinergic receptor, muscarinic 1, is a muscarinic receptor that in humans is encoded by the CHRM1 gene.[1] It is localized to 11q13.[1]
This receptor is found mediating slow EPSP at the ganglion in the postganglionic ner... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/M1_receptor | |
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The muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M2, also known as the cholinergic receptor, muscarinic 2, is a muscarinic acetylcholine receptor that in humans is encoded by the CHRM2 gene. Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants have been described for this gene.
# Function
## H... | Muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M2
The muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M2, also known as the cholinergic receptor, muscarinic 2, is a muscarinic acetylcholine receptor that in humans is encoded by the CHRM2 gene.[1] Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants have been described for this gene.[1]
# Functio... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/M2_receptor | |
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The muscarinic acetylcholine receptor, also known as cholinergic/acetylcholine receptor M3, or the muscarinic 3, is a muscarinic acetylcholine receptor encoded by the human gene CHRM3.
The M3 muscarinic receptors are located at many places in the body, e.g., smooth muscles, the endo... | Muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M3
The muscarinic acetylcholine receptor, also known as cholinergic/acetylcholine receptor M3, or the muscarinic 3, is a muscarinic acetylcholine receptor encoded by the human gene CHRM3.[1]
The M3 muscarinic receptors are located at many places in the body, e.g., smooth muscles, the ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/M3_receptor | |
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In enzymology, a mRNA (guanine-N7-)-methyltransferase also known as mRNA cap guanine-N7 methyltransferase is an enzyme that catalyzes the chemical reaction
Thus, the two substrates of this enzyme are S-adenosyl methionine and G(5')pppR-RNA, whereas its two products are S-adenosylhom... | mRNA (guanine-N7-)-methyltransferase
In enzymology, a mRNA (guanine-N7-)-methyltransferase also known as mRNA cap guanine-N7 methyltransferase is an enzyme that catalyzes the chemical reaction
Thus, the two substrates of this enzyme are S-adenosyl methionine and G(5')pppR-RNA, whereas its two products are S-adenosylho... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/MRNA_(guanine-N7-)-methyltransferase | |
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The colony stimulating factor 1 (CSF1), also known as macrophage colony-stimulating factor (M-CSF), is a secreted cytokine which causes hematopoietic stem cells to differentiate into macrophages or other related cell types. Eukaryotic cells also produce M-CSF in order to combat inte... | Macrophage colony-stimulating factor
The colony stimulating factor 1 (CSF1), also known as macrophage colony-stimulating factor (M-CSF), is a secreted cytokine which causes hematopoietic stem cells to differentiate into macrophages or other related cell types. Eukaryotic cells also produce M-CSF in order to combat int... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Macrophage-colony_stimulating_factor | |
505a3fd5820999d1f0b1bb56c07181b232c4fa6f | wikidoc | Magnetic resonance molecular imaging | Magnetic resonance molecular imaging
# Introduction
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is regularly used to construct an image based on the intrinsic contrast provided from the relaxation of spin of hydrogen atoms. These images provide an accurate anatomical picture that has greatly advanced health care today. Clinicall... | Magnetic resonance molecular imaging
Editor in Chief: Omar Zurkiya, M.D., Ph.D. [1]
# Introduction
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is regularly used to construct an image based on the intrinsic contrast provided from the relaxation of spin of hydrogen atoms. These images provide an accurate anatomical picture that h... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Magnetic_resonance_molecular_imaging | |
4ca28830e87762ba2d7d92ffdb890b8aba9730ce | wikidoc | Malonyl-CoA decarboxylase deficiency | Malonyl-CoA decarboxylase deficiency
Malonyl-CoA decarboxylase deficiency (or Malonic aciduria) is an autosomal recessive metabolic disorder caused by a genetic mutation which disrupts the activity of Malonyl-Coa decarboxylase. This enzyme breaks down Malonyl-CoA (a fatty acid precursor and a fatty acid oxidation block... | Malonyl-CoA decarboxylase deficiency
Malonyl-CoA decarboxylase deficiency (or Malonic aciduria) is an autosomal recessive metabolic disorder caused by a genetic mutation which disrupts the activity of Malonyl-Coa decarboxylase. This enzyme breaks down Malonyl-CoA (a fatty acid precursor and a fatty acid oxidation bloc... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Malonic_aciduria | |
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The thermodynamic properties of materials are intensive thermodynamic parameters which are specific to a given material. Each is directly related to a second order differential of a thermodynamic potential. Examples for a simple 1-component system are:
- Compressibility (or its inve... | Material properties (thermodynamics)
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The thermodynamic properties of materials are intensive thermodynamic parameters which are specific to a given material. Each is directly related to a second order differential of a thermodynamic potential. Examples for a simple 1-component system a... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Material_properties_(thermodynamics) | |
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# Warnings and Precautions
## Warnings
There is no evidence that mebendazole, even at high doses, is effective for hydatid disease. There have been rare reports of neutropenia and agranulocytosis when mebendazole was taken for prolonged periods and at dosages substantially above t... | Mebendazole warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Warnings and Precautions
## Warnings
There is no evidence that mebendazole, even at high doses, is effective for hydatid disease. There have been rare reports of neutropenia and agranulocytosis when mebendazole was taken for pr... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Mebendazole_warnings_and_precautions | |
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Medical education in the Philippines is principally offered and developed by accredited and government recognized medical schools in the country.
The Philippine medical schools are graduate schools offering the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. The M.D. is a four-year professional d... | Medical education in the Philippines
Medical education in the Philippines is principally offered and developed by accredited and government recognized medical schools in the country.
The Philippine medical schools are graduate schools offering the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. The M.D. is a four-year professional ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Medical_education_in_the_Philippines | |
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In the United Kingdom, medical school generally refers to a department within a university which is involved in the education of future medical practitioners. All leading British medical schools are in the government sector and their core purpose is to train doctors on behalf of th... | Medical school in the United Kingdom
In the United Kingdom, medical school generally refers to a department within a university which is involved in the education of future medical practitioners. All leading British medical schools are in the government sector and their core purpose is to train doctors on behalf of t... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Medical_school_(United_Kingdom) | |
8ffd0744ca6599caa6f371a8e4323f074e79fc08 | wikidoc | Mefenamic Acid (patient information) | Mefenamic Acid (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING
People who take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) (other than aspirin) such as mefenamic acid may have a higher risk of having a heart attack or a stroke than people who do not take these medications. These events may happen without warning and... | Mefenamic Acid (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING
People who take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) (other than aspirin) such as mefenamic acid may have a higher risk of having a heart attack or a stroke than people who do not take these medications. These events may happ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Mefenamic_Acid | |
8c27e69ea843bd0a5e209e4f35c91a1d0124db9f | wikidoc | Mefloquine dosage and administration | Mefloquine dosage and administration
# Dosage And Administration
## Malaria Treatment in Adults
Treatment of mild to moderate malaria in adults caused by mefloquine-susceptible strains of P. falciparum or by P. vivax: Dosage: Five tablets (1250 mg) mefloquine hydrochloride to be given as a single oral dose. The drug ... | Mefloquine dosage and administration
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chetan Lokhande, M.B.B.S [2]
# Dosage And Administration
## Malaria Treatment in Adults
Treatment of mild to moderate malaria in adults caused by mefloquine-susceptible strains of P. falciparum or ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Mefloquine_dosage_and_administration | |
5c18be5f690f74e60b3e35e5b8002abb01ffe93b | wikidoc | Meigs syndrome (patient information) | Meigs syndrome (patient information)
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# Overview
Meigs' syndrome is characterized as clinical triad: benign ovarian tumor, ascites, and pleural effusion. It is rare before 40 years of age and becomes more frequent as the years progress. The ovarian tumor is usually a fibro... | Meigs syndrome (patient information)
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [2]
# Overview
Meigs' syndrome is characterized as clinical triad: benign ovarian tumor, ascites, and pleural effusion. It is rare before 40 years of a... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Meigs_syndrome_(patient_information) | |
21ba7f864327aa2d628fbc3e646f6017d215c594 | wikidoc | Menkes disease (patient information) | Menkes disease (patient information)
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# Overview
Menkes syndrome is an inborn error of metabolism in which cells in the body cannot absorb enough copper.
# What are the symptoms of Menkes disease?
- Bone spurs
- Brittle, kinky hair
- Feeding difficulties
- Irritability
-... | Menkes disease (patient information)
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# Overview
Menkes syndrome is an inborn error of metabolism in which cells in the body cannot absorb enough copper.
# What are the sy... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Menkes_disease_(patient_information) | |
7624513bc5f89ca4e0f411321854da3efec797b4 | wikidoc | Mercaptopurine (patient information) | Mercaptopurine (patient information)
# About your treatment
Your doctor has ordered the drug mercaptopurine to help treat your illness. The drug is taken by mouth in tablet form.
This medication is used to treat:
- leukemia
This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more ... | Mercaptopurine (patient information)
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# About your treatment
Your doctor has ordered the drug mercaptopurine to help treat your illness. The drug is taken by mouth in tablet form.
This medication is used to treat:
- leukemia
This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor o... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Mercaptopurine_(patient_information) | |
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# Why this medication is prescribed
Metaproterenol is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases. It relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breath... | Metaproterenol (patient information)
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# Why this medication is prescribed
Metaproterenol is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases. It relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, maki... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Metaproterenol_(patient_information) | |
129f476f7ffc4af7b7eda2ac7476567bdf8f063e | wikidoc | Methamphetamine detailed information | Methamphetamine detailed information
Methamphetamine (methylamphetamine or desoxyephedrine), popularly shortened to meth and also nicknamed "ice" and Tina, is a psychostimulant and sympathomimetic drug. The dextrorotatory isomer dextromethamphetamine can be prescribed to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, ... | Methamphetamine detailed information
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2]
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Methamphetamine (methylamphetamine or desoxyephedrine), popularly shortened to meth and also nicknamed "ice" and Tina, is a psychostimulant and sympathomimetic drug. The dextrorotatory isomer dextromethamphetami... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Methamphetamine_detailed_information | |
3de0d8642799b9dbef703f141c4e4fce22e6726e | wikidoc | Methylphenidate detailed information | Methylphenidate detailed information
Methylphenidate (MPH) is a prescription stimulant commonly used to treat Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. It is also one of the primary drugs used to treat the daytime drowsiness symptoms of narcolepsy and chronic fatigue syndrome. The drug is seeing early use to t... | Methylphenidate detailed information
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Methylphenidate (MPH) is a prescription stimulant commonly used to treat Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. It is also one of the primary drugs used to treat the daytime drowsiness symptoms of narcolepsy and chronic... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Methylphenidate_detailed_information | |
1bab7b96b6f7d07d97fe5e4f212edb92c0bd5209 | wikidoc | Micafungin dosage and administration | Micafungin dosage and administration
# Dosage and Administration
Do not mix or co-infuse Mycamine with other medications. Mycamine has been shown to precipitate when mixed directly with a number of other commonly used medications.
The recommended doses for adult patients based on indications are shown in Table 1.
## ... | Micafungin dosage and administration
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Zaghw, M.D. [2]
# Dosage and Administration
Do not mix or co-infuse Mycamine with other medications. Mycamine has been shown to precipitate when mixed directly with a number of other commonly ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Micafungin_dosage_and_administration | |
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# Dosage And Administration
### Basic Dosing Information
The recommended dosing schedule for ORAVIG is the application of one 50 mg buccal tablet to the upper gum region (canine fossa) once daily for 14 consecutive days.
### Administration Instructions
- ORAVIG should be applied ... | Miconazole dosage and administration
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Zaghw, M.D. [2]
# Dosage And Administration
### Basic Dosing Information
The recommended dosing schedule for ORAVIG is the application of one 50 mg buccal tablet to the upper gum region (cani... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Miconazole_dosage_and_administration | |
cb262ead7650111ad04154aa9b351f7c0c26197c | wikidoc | Minoxidil oral (patient information) | Minoxidil oral (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING
Minoxidil may increase chest pain (angina) or cause other heart problems. It is important that you keep all appointments with your doctor so that you can be monitored for any symptoms or changes. If chest pain occurs or worsens while you are taking this medicati... | Minoxidil oral (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING
Minoxidil may increase chest pain (angina) or cause other heart problems. It is important that you keep all appointments with your doctor so that you can be monitored for any symptoms or changes. If chest pain occurs or worsens while you ar... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Minoxidil_Oral | |
988c233c82eec3e161095e40fffc9e8c77cf3018 | wikidoc | Mucinous cystadenocarcinoma | Mucinous cystadenocarcinoma overview
# Overview
Mucinous cystadenocarcinoma of the renal pelvis was first described in 1960 by Hasebe et al. Mucinous cystadenocarcinoma is one of the most aggressive forms of cancer. KRAS mutations are found in mucinous carcinomas. The organs involved in pathogenesis of mucinous cystad... | Mucinous cystadenocarcinoma overview
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Qurrat-ul-ain Abid, M.D.[2], Ammu Susheela, M.D. [3]
# Overview
Mucinous cystadenocarcinoma of the renal pelvis was first described in 1960 by Hasebe et al. Muci... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Mucinous_cystadenocarcinoma_overview | |
281ff519a480bd33a2b808b013a90dd2180ddc19 | wikidoc | Muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M4 | Muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M4
The muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M4, also known as the cholinergic receptor, muscarinic 4 (CHRM4), is a protein that, in humans, is encoded by the CHRM4 gene.
# Function
M4 muscarinic receptors are coupled to Gi/o heterotrimeric proteins.
They function as inhibitory autorecep... | Muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M4
The muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M4, also known as the cholinergic receptor, muscarinic 4 (CHRM4), is a protein that, in humans, is encoded by the CHRM4 gene.[1][2]
# Function
M4 muscarinic receptors are coupled to Gi/o heterotrimeric proteins.[3]
They function as inhibitory... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Muscarinic_acetylcholine_receptor_M4 | |
ba8202676ec339ceb53eaec5352194e7ecd427af | wikidoc | Myeloproliferative neoplasm | Myeloproliferative neoplasm overview
# Overview
Myeloproliferative neoplasm are a group of eight disease subtypes of the bone marrow in which excess cells are produced. Myeloproliferative neoplasm may be classified according to the World Health Organization into eight subtypes, including polycythemia vera, essential ... | Myeloproliferative neoplasm overview
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# Overview
Myeloproliferative neoplasm are a group of eight disease subtypes of the bone marrow in which excess cells are produced. Myeloproliferative neopla... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Myeloproliferative_disease_overview | |
a1b736be8035e824fff2d376b82e4d78a0b5c8d4 | wikidoc | Nabothian cyst (patient information) | Nabothian cyst (patient information)
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# Overview
A nabothian cyst is a mucus-filled lump on the surface of the cervix.
# What are the symptoms of Nabothian cyst?
Each nabothian cyst appears as a small, white raised bump. There can be more than one.
# What causes Nabothi... | Nabothian cyst (patient information)
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# Overview
A nabothian cyst is a mucus-filled lump on the surface of the cervix.
# What are the sym... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Nabothian_cyst_(patient_information) | |
24eea41d49c9808a826898cae8856c164a1b0bc3 | wikidoc | Naratriptan warnings and precautions | Naratriptan warnings and precautions
# Warnings
Naratriptan tablets should only be used where a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established.
### Risk of Myocardial Ischemia and/or Infarction and Other Adverse Cardiac Events
Because of the potential of this class of compounds (5-HT1B/1D agonists) to cause coronar... | Naratriptan warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Warnings
Naratriptan tablets should only be used where a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established.
### Risk of Myocardial Ischemia and/or Infarction and Other Adverse Cardiac Events
Because of the potential of this clas... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Naratriptan_warnings_and_precautions | |
ab68d855a89a410417283527a100063c463254f5 | wikidoc | National Institutes of Health campus | National Institutes of Health campus
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus is located in Bethesda, Maryland. Most of the institutes house their Divisions of Intramural Research on this campus spread out among various buildings.
# Location
The campus is located between Old Georgetown Road on the west, Wisconsi... | National Institutes of Health campus
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus is located in Bethesda, Maryland. Most of the institutes house their Divisions of Intramural Research on this campus spread out among various buildings.
# Location
The campus is located between Old Georgetown Road on the west, Wiscons... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/National_Institutes_of_Health_campus | |
e2915516cbaf60e8e35c5f9a19e78c0f77268b4e | wikidoc | Nelfinavir dosage and administration | Nelfinavir dosage and administration
# Dosage and Administration
- Adults and Adolescents (13 years and older)
The recommended dose is 1250 mg (five 250 mg tablets or two 625 mg tablets) twice daily or 750 mg (three 250 mg tablets) three times daily. VIRACEPT should be taken with a meal. Patients unable to swallow the... | Nelfinavir dosage and administration
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# Dosage and Administration
- Adults and Adolescents (13 years and older)
The recommended dose is 1250 mg (five 250 mg tablets or two 625 mg tablets) twice daily or 750 mg... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Nelfinavir_dosage_and_administration | |
a766f84f9bff33181fdcaa748e75c185516297ab | wikidoc | Nevirapine dosage and administration | Nevirapine dosage and administration
# Dosage And Administration
## General Dosing Considerations
VIRAMUNE XR tablets must be swallowed whole and must not be chewed, crushed, or divided.
Children should be assessed for their ability to swallow tablets before prescribing VIRAMUNE XR tablets.
VIRAMUNE XR can be taken w... | Nevirapine dosage and administration
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Dosage And Administration
## General Dosing Considerations
VIRAMUNE XR tablets must be swallowed whole and must not be chewed, crushed, or divided.
Children should be assessed... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Nevirapine_dosage_and_administration | |
65a27f63ad516bb1a5f74914e782246160c10b67 | wikidoc | Niacin/Simvastatin adverse reactions | Niacin/Simvastatin adverse reactions
# Adverse Reactions
## Overview
In a controlled clinical study, 14% of patients randomized to SIMCOR discontinued therapy due to an adverse event. Flushing episodes (i.e., warmth, redness, itching and/or tingling) were the most common treatment-emergent adverse reactions, occurrin... | Niacin/Simvastatin adverse reactions
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# Adverse Reactions
## Overview
In a controlled clinical study, 14% of patients randomized to SIMCOR discontinued therapy due to an adverse event. Flushing episodes (i.e., warmt... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Niacin/Simvastatin_adverse_reactions | |
572f732be6866a1fc875c6a9dceeb4e037356a23 | wikidoc | Niacin/Simvastatin contraindications | Niacin/Simvastatin contraindications
# Contraindications
SIMCOR is contraindicated in the following conditions:
- Active liver disease, which may include unexplained persistent elevations in hepatic transaminase levels
- Patients with active peptic ulcer disease
- Patients with arterial bleeding
- Concomitant adminis... | Niacin/Simvastatin contraindications
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Contraindications
SIMCOR is contraindicated in the following conditions:
- Active liver disease, which may include unexplained persistent elevations in hepatic transaminase lev... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Niacin/Simvastatin_contraindications | |
ca665ba498076724b6685a4f239f526912333221 | wikidoc | Niacin/Simvastatin drug interactions | Niacin/Simvastatin drug interactions
# Drug Interactions
No drug interaction studies were conducted with SIMCOR. However, the following interactions have been noted with the individual components of SIMCOR:
Simvastatin
## Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors, Cyclosporine, or Danazol
Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors: Simvastatin, like s... | Niacin/Simvastatin drug interactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Drug Interactions
No drug interaction studies were conducted with SIMCOR. However, the following interactions have been noted with the individual components of SIMCOR:
Simvasta... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Niacin/Simvastatin_drug_interactions | |
677f5e2f66a59b134852d8a29c6f573d8ed651e5 | wikidoc | Nitrofurantoin indications and usage | Nitrofurantoin indications and usage
# Indications and Usage
Macrobid is indicated only for the treatment of acute uncomplicated urinary tract infections (acute cystitis) caused by susceptible strains of Escherichia coli or Staphylococcus saprophyticus.
Nitrofurantoin is not indicated for the treatment of pyelonephrit... | Nitrofurantoin indications and usage
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# Indications and Usage
Macrobid is indicated only for the treatment of acute uncomplicated urinary tract infections (acute cystitis) caused by susceptible strains of Esch... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Nitrofurantoin_indications_and_usage | |
56270d524db14eddfd474d346161bbb27a088446 | wikidoc | Norelgestromin and Ethinyl Estradiol | Norelgestromin and Ethinyl Estradiol
# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. WikiDoc is intended to be an educational tool, not a tool for any form of healthcare delivery. The educati... | Norelgestromin and Ethinyl Estradiol
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# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Norelgestromin_and_Ethinyl_Estradiol | |
b590f5fda5d70af103a4c9022e24fce4b99897ab | wikidoc | Norfloxacin warnings and precautions | Norfloxacin warnings and precautions
# Warnings And Precautions
## WARNINGS
Tendinopathy and Tendon Rupture: Fluoroquinolones, including NOROXIN, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages. This adverse reaction most frequently involves the Achilles tendon, and rupture of the A... | Norfloxacin warnings and precautions
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# Warnings And Precautions
## WARNINGS
Tendinopathy and Tendon Rupture: Fluoroquinolones, including NOROXIN, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon ruptu... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Norfloxacin_warnings_and_precautions | |
25f1be30c0ffe593252f4667a0d2826ee0e221c9 | wikidoc | Norovirus diagnostic study of choice | Norovirus diagnostic study of choice
# Overview
# Diagnostic Study of Choice
## Study of choice
is the gold standard test for the diagnosis of .
OR
The following result of is confirmatory of :
OR
must be performed when:
- The patient presents with , , and .
- A is positive for , , and in the patient.
OR
is the... | Norovirus diagnostic study of choice
# Overview
# Diagnostic Study of Choice
## Study of choice
[Name of the investigation] is the gold standard test for the diagnosis of [disease name].
OR
The following result of [gold standard test] is confirmatory of [disease name]:
- [Result 1]
- [Result 2]
OR
[Name of the inves... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Norovirus_diagnostic_study_of_choice | |
a7178b57740f03cb6e88b9c393cf773578361f63 | wikidoc | Nuclear factor Y gene transcriptions | Nuclear factor Y gene transcriptions
The protein encoded by this gene is one subunit of a trimeric complex NF-Y, forming a highly conserved transcription factor that binds to CCAAT motifs in the promoter regions in a variety of genes.
Subunit NFYA associates with a tight dimer composed of the NFYB and NFYC subunits, re... | Nuclear factor Y gene transcriptions
Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Henry A. Hoff
The protein encoded by this gene is one subunit of a trimeric complex NF-Y, forming a highly conserved transcription factor that binds to CCAAT motifs in the promoter regions in a variety of genes.[1]
Subunit NFYA associates with a tight... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Nuclear_factor_Y_gene_transcriptions | |
9dd53ef10440e0d368116f015999c203b9cd0607 | wikidoc | Nucleic acid amplification technique | Nucleic acid amplification technique
# Overview
Nucleic acid amplification techniques (NAAT) are biochemistry and molecular biology methods that involve the in-vitro synthesis of many copies of DNA or RNA from one original template.
# Types of Nucleic Acid Amplification Techniques (NAAT)
## Ligase chain reaction
A l... | Nucleic acid amplification technique
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Nucleic acid amplification techniques (NAAT) are biochemistry and molecular biology methods that involve the in-vitro synthesis of many copies of DNA or RNA from one original template.[1]
# Types of Nucleic Acid Amplif... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Nucleic_acid_amplification_technique | |
deeb501588406dd4abc51809252c10b5403c7100 | wikidoc | Obtaining venous and arterial access | Obtaining venous and arterial access
# Anatomy of the Femoral Triangle
The femoral triangle of Scarpa is an anatomical region of the upper inner human thigh.
## Boundaries
It is bounded by:
- the inguinal ligament superiorly
- the sartorius muscle laterally
- the adductor longus muscle medially
- Its floor is formed ... | Obtaining venous and arterial access
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# Anatomy of the Femoral Triangle
The femoral triangle of Scarpa is an anatomical region of the upper inner human thigh.
## Boundaries
It is bounded by:
- the inguinal ligament superio... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Obtaining_Venous_and_Arterial_Access | |
ee2ea4ab46a25b11c4ea0b2d2174b1295adbc696 | wikidoc | Ofloxacin oral (patient information) | Ofloxacin oral (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed
Ofloxacin is an antibiotic used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia; bronchitis; venereal disease (VD); and prostate, skin, and urinary tract infections. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infec... | Ofloxacin oral (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed
Ofloxacin is an antibiotic used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia; bronchitis; venereal disease (VD); and prostate, skin, and urinary tract infections. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ofloxacin_oral | |
277d408c597374fbc9e39f337f0133ab9cba519c | wikidoc | Ofloxacin otic (patient information) | Ofloxacin otic (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed
Ofloxacin otic is used to treat outer ear infections in adults and children, chronic (long-lasting) middle ear infections in adults and children with a perforated eardrum (a condition where the eardrum has a hole in it), and acute (suddenly occur... | Ofloxacin otic (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed
Ofloxacin otic is used to treat outer ear infections in adults and children, chronic (long-lasting) middle ear infections in adults and children with a perforated eardrum (a condition where the eardrum has a hole in it), and... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ofloxacin_otic | |
0711b9bcac52ed9fb13ba8f90b8bfd5863f4734c | wikidoc | Ondine's curse (patient information) | Ondine's curse (patient information)
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Synonyms and Keywords: Congenital central hypoventilation syndrome; CCHS; Primary alveolar hypoventilation
# Overview
Primary alveolar hypoventilation is a rare disorder of unknown cause in which a person does not take enough breaths ... | Ondine's curse (patient information)
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Synonyms and Keywords: Congenital central hypoventilation syndrome; CCHS; Primary alveolar hypoventilati... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ondine%27s_curse_(patient_information) | |
16fe3019965884d6e3040326659b048f705aac75 | wikidoc | Oseltamivir warnings and precautions | Oseltamivir warnings and precautions
# Warnings And Precautions
## Serious Skin/Hypersensitivity Reactions
Cases of anaphylaxis and serious skin reactions including toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, and erythema multiforme have been reported in postmarketing experience with TAMIFLU. TAMIFLU should... | Oseltamivir warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Warnings And Precautions
## Serious Skin/Hypersensitivity Reactions
Cases of anaphylaxis and serious skin reactions including toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson Syndr... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Oseltamivir_warnings_and_precautions | |
8aeb63e6a3815b1e10d80d3b6cc42cbec328a8ec | wikidoc | Posterior inferior cerebellar artery | Posterior inferior cerebellar artery
# Overview
The posterior inferior cerebellar artery (PICA), the largest branch of the vertebral, is one of the three main arterial blood supplies for the cerebellum.
# Course
It winds backward around the upper part of the medulla oblongata, passing between the origins of the vagu... | Posterior inferior cerebellar artery
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# Overview
The posterior inferior cerebellar artery (PICA), the largest branch of the vertebral, is one of the three main arterial blood supplies for the cerebellum.
# Course
It winds backward around the ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/PICA | |
4e0ff619ade61be522abe1f2af4abd166b9dd714 | wikidoc | Plaque reduction neutralization test | Plaque reduction neutralization test
# Overview
The Plaque reduction neutralization test is used to quantify the titre of neutralising antibody for a virus.
The serum sample or solution of antibody to be tested is diluted and mixed with a viral suspension. This is incubated to allow the antibody to react with the viru... | Plaque reduction neutralization test
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
The Plaque reduction neutralization test is used to quantify the titre of neutralising antibody for a virus.
The serum sample or solution of antibody to be tested is diluted and mixed with a viral suspension. This is in... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/PRNT | |
2c97c77e03b6fce3f4331e021af0c93061b22642 | wikidoc | Palivizumab warnings and precautions | Palivizumab warnings and precautions
# Warnings And Precautions
## Hypersensitivity Reactions
Cases of anaphylaxis and anaphylactic shock, including fatal cases, have been reported following initial exposure or re-exposure to Synagis. Other acute hypersensitivity reactions, which may be severe, have also been reporte... | Palivizumab warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Warnings And Precautions
## Hypersensitivity Reactions
Cases of anaphylaxis and anaphylactic shock, including fatal cases, have been reported following initial exposure or re-... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Palivizumab_warnings_and_precautions | |
98fbff38e21f7c15cb0fd9aae239815990548483 | wikidoc | Pancytopenia resident survival guide | Pancytopenia resident survival guide
Synonyms and keywords: Approach to pancytopenia, Pancytopenia management, Pancytopenia work-up
# Overview
Pancytopenia is described as a decrease in the 3 cell lines which are red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Clinically, pancytopenia is defined as hemoglobin< 9gm,... | Pancytopenia resident survival guide
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sanjana Nethagani, M.B.B.S.[2]
Synonyms and keywords: Approach to pancytopenia, Pancytopenia management, Pancytopenia work-up
# Overview
Pancytopenia is described as a decrease in the 3 cell lines wh... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pancytopenia_resident_survival_guide | |
b8a7f7a735873dfca944cdfce149455d8011b523 | wikidoc | Panic disorder (patient information) | Panic disorder (patient information)
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# Overview
Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder in which you have repeated attacks of intense fear that something bad will occur when not expected.
# What are the symptoms of Panic disorder?
- A panic attack begins suddenly, ... | Panic disorder (patient information)
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Editor-in-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S.,M.D. [1] Phone:617-632-7753; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S.
# Overview
Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder in which you have repeated attacks of intense f... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Panic_disorder_(patient_information) | |
6f74139713725c280bd1b20866a21dcec1630be1 | wikidoc | Paroxysmal AV Block echocardiography | Paroxysmal AV Block echocardiography
# Overview
Echocardiography has a highler yield where diagnosing syncope and presyncope is concerned, in patients with structural heart disease.
# Echocardiography
## 2018 ACC/AHA/HRS Guideline on the Evaluation and Management of Patients With Bradycardia and Cardiac Conduction D... | Paroxysmal AV Block echocardiography
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Akash Daswaney, M.B.B.S[2]
# Overview
Echocardiography has a highler yield where diagnosing syncope and presyncope is concerned, in patients with structural heart disease.
# Echocardiography
## 20... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Paroxysmal_AV_Block_echocardiography | |
e5ad07e684444d7b58c59814df421c6e9ac81bc6 | wikidoc | Patau syndrome (patient information) | Patau syndrome (patient information)
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# Overview
Trisomy 13 (also called Patau syndrome) is a genetic disorder in which a person has three copies of genetic material from chromosome 13, instead of the usual two copies. Rarely, the extra material may be attached to another... | Patau syndrome (patient information)
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Assistant Editor-in-Chief: Ethan Leeman
# Overview
Trisomy 13 (also called Patau syndrome) is a genetic disorder in which a person has three copies of genetic material from chromoso... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Patau_syndrome_(patient_information) | |
d3e61e82a2b585f868796c29946377655ffa418a | wikidoc | Pathophysiology compartment syndrome | Pathophysiology compartment syndrome
# Overview
Any condition that results in an increase in compartment contents or reduction in a compartment’s volume could lead to the development of an acute compartment syndrome. When pressure is elevated capillary blood flow is compromised. Edema of the soft tissue within the com... | Pathophysiology compartment syndrome
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohammadmain Rezazadehsaatlou[2] ;
# Overview
Any condition that results in an increase in compartment contents or reduction in a compartment’s volume could lead to the development of an acute compar... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pathophysiology_compartment_syndrome | |
b4b0619d3ac681d2fa98278e2b3f249e2d8af548 | wikidoc | Pelvic inflammatory disease | Pelvic inflammatory disease overview
# Overview
Pelvic inflammatory disease is a generic term for the infection of the female uterus, fallopian tubes, and/or ovaries as it progresses to scar formation with adhesions to nearby tissues and organs. This may lead to tissue necrosis (with or without abscess formation). Pu... | Pelvic inflammatory disease overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Seyedmahdi Pahlavani, M.D. [2]
# Overview
Pelvic inflammatory disease is a generic term for the infection of the female uterus, fallopian tubes, and/or ovaries as it progresses to scar formation with... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pelvic_inflammatory_disease_overview | |
ba3b58522d4a9ca447e0ee2ee6464556ee66367a | wikidoc | Penicillin G benzathine how supplied | Penicillin G benzathine how supplied
# How Supplied
Bicillin L-A (penicillin G benzathine injectable suspension) is supplied in packages of 10 disposable syringes as follows:
1 mL size, containing 600,000 units per syringe, (21 gauge, thin-wall 1 inch needle for pediatric use), NDC 60793-700-10.
2 mL size, containing... | Penicillin G benzathine how supplied
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [2]
# How Supplied
Bicillin L-A (penicillin G benzathine injectable suspension) is supplied in packages of 10 disposable syringes as follows:
1 mL size, containing 600,000 un... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Penicillin_G_benzathine_how_supplied | |
bd914173308e67bd81aa818cd223c7b709afa990 | wikidoc | Penicillin G benzathine microbiology | Penicillin G benzathine microbiology
# Microbiology
### Mechanism of Action
Penicillin G exerts a bactericidal action against penicillin-susceptible microorganisms during the stage of active multiplication. It acts through the inhibition of biosynthesis of cell-wall peptidoglycan, rendering the cell wall osmotically... | Penicillin G benzathine microbiology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [2]
# Microbiology
### Mechanism of Action
Penicillin G exerts a bactericidal action against penicillin-susceptible microorganisms during the stage of active multiplication. ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Penicillin_G_benzathine_microbiology | |
3ceb9fb732a78f41274ebd43a64c1cb64573f0f1 | wikidoc | Pentoxifylline (patient information) | Pentoxifylline (patient information)
# Why this medication is prescribed
Pentoxifylline is used to improve blood flow in patients with circulation problems to reduce aching, cramping, and tiredness in the hands and feet. It works by decreasing the thickness (viscosity) of blood. This change allows your blood to flow m... | Pentoxifylline (patient information)
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# Why this medication is prescribed
Pentoxifylline is used to improve blood flow in patients with circulation problems to reduce aching, cramping, and tiredness in the hands and feet. It works by decreasing the thickness (viscosity) of blood. This change allow... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pentoxifylline_(patient_information) | |
e13701fd734af82644b0bf4b5765e03bed89fed7 | wikidoc | Peripheral arterial disease | Peripheral arterial disease overview
# Overview
The term peripheral arterial disease refers to a group of disorders characterized by progressive stenosis and altered structure and function of non coronary arteries that supply the brain, visceral organs and limbs. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) are most commonly of ... | Peripheral arterial disease overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Maheep Singh Sangha, M.B.B.S.; Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]; Rim Halaby
# Overview
The term peripheral arterial disease refers to a group of disorders characterized by progressive stenosis and altere... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Peripheral_arterial_disease_overview | |
9204a6c044c09e354ad40ba95341d6695bb60313 | wikidoc | Permanent neonatal diabetes mellitus | Permanent neonatal diabetes mellitus
A newly identified and potentially treatable form of monogenic diabetes is the neonatal diabetes caused by activating mutations of the KCNJ11 gene, which codes for the Kir6.2 subunit of the beta cell KATP channel. This disease is considered to be a type of maturity onset diabetes of... | Permanent neonatal diabetes mellitus
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
A newly identified and potentially treatable form of monogenic diabetes is the neonatal diabetes caused by activating mutations of the KCNJ11 gene, which codes for the Kir6.2 subunit of the beta cell KATP channel.[1][2] This diseas... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Permanent_neonatal_diabetes_mellitus | |
5600d473a6dac6ef29912952d4a9d79b78175dd0 | wikidoc | Phenytoin oral (patient information) | Phenytoin oral (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed
Phenytoin is used to treat various types of convulsions and seizures. Phenytoin acts on the brain and nervous system in the treatment of epilepsy.
This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more info... | Phenytoin oral (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed
Phenytoin is used to treat various types of convulsions and seizures. Phenytoin acts on the brain and nervous system in the treatment of epilepsy.
This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or ph... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Phenytoin_oral | |
24e3d121998f44666feea37bc1073f834e1bc72a | wikidoc | Phosphatidylcholine transfer protein | Phosphatidylcholine transfer protein
Phosphatidylcholine transfer protein (PCTP) also known as StAR-related lipid transfer domain protein 2 (STARD2) is a specific intracellular phospholipid binding protein that can transfer phosphatidylcholine between different membranes in the cytosol.
In humans, phosphatidylcholine t... | Phosphatidylcholine transfer protein
Phosphatidylcholine transfer protein (PCTP) also known as StAR-related lipid transfer domain protein 2 (STARD2) is a specific intracellular phospholipid binding protein that can transfer phosphatidylcholine between different membranes in the cytosol.[1][2]
In humans, phosphatidylch... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Phosphatidylcholine_transfer_protein | |
ba4802ea06536acf12dd5a3fa161df161b8c4dce | wikidoc | Pick's disease (patient information) | Pick's disease (patient information)
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Synonyms and Keywords: Semantic dementia; Dementia - semantic; Frontotemporal dementia; Arnold Pick's disease
# Overview
Pick's disease is a rare and permanent form of dementia that is similar to Alzheimer's disease, except that it te... | Pick's disease (patient information)
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Editor-in-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S.,M.D. [1] Phone:617-632-7753; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S.
Synonyms and Keywords: Semantic dementia; Dementia - semantic; Frontotemporal dementia; Arnold Pick's di... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pick%27s_disease_(patient_information) | |
3c9013fb8c3af7e91701aa8567bbd9817b7c595c | wikidoc | Pineocytoma other diagnostic studies | Pineocytoma other diagnostic studies
# Overview
There are no other diagnostic studies associated with .
OR
may be helpful in the diagnosis of . Findings suggestive of/diagnostic of include , , and .
OR
Other diagnostic studies for include , which demonstrates , , and , and , which demonstrates , , and .
# Other Di... | Pineocytoma other diagnostic studies
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sujit Routray, M.D. [2] Homa Najafi, M.D.[3]
# Overview
There are no other diagnostic studies associated with [disease name].
OR
[Diagnostic study] may be helpful in the diagnosis of [disease name]. Fi... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pineocytoma_other_diagnostic_studies | |
570fcefdd2826365e616264045d0dc9c84cd57eb | wikidoc | Solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura | Solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura
# Overview
Solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura is mostly asymptomatic. The lesion is usually discovered incidentally on chest radiographs. The tumor may become large, occupying much of the hemithorax. When present, symptoms are usually related to the local mass effect of large les... | Solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura is mostly asymptomatic. The lesion is usually discovered incidentally on chest radiographs. The tumor may become large, occupying much of the hemithorax. When present, symptoms are u... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pleural_fibroma | |
09f3428740e7d696002f386a280d468059ce17c4 | wikidoc | Polyhydramnios (patient information) | Polyhydramnios (patient information)
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# Overview
Polyhydramnios is the presence of excessive amniotic fluid surrounding the unborn infant.
# Considerations
- Amniotic fluid is a clear, slightly yellowish liquid that surrounds the unborn baby (fetus) during pregnancy. It ... | Polyhydramnios (patient information)
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Editor-in-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S.,M.D. [1] Phone:617-632-7753; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S.
# Overview
Polyhydramnios is the presence of excessive amniotic fluid surrounding the unborn infant.... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Polyhydramnios_(patient_information) | |
dc6bbe8b04b027e0b377828a0b6948b08af80254 | wikidoc | Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome | Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome
# Overview
The popliteal artery entrapment syndrome is a rather uncommon pathology, which results into claudication and chronic leg ischemia. The popliteal artery may be compressed behind the knee, due to congenital deformity of the muscles or tendon insertions of the popliteal spa... | Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
The popliteal artery entrapment syndrome is a rather uncommon pathology, which results into claudication and chronic leg ischemia. The popliteal artery may be compressed behind the knee, due to congenital deformity of t... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Popliteal_artery_entrapment_syndrome | |
1c48bea8b2d4f6aff2d61ffcf775a17e6b2db9ac | wikidoc | Post-micturition convulsion syndrome | Post-micturition convulsion syndrome
Steven C. Campbell, M.D., Ph.D.
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Steven C. Campbell, M.D., Ph.D.
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627e566bd5ff5e2a2a125f90ebfbf13010d144ce | wikidoc | Preeclampsia resident survival guide | Preeclampsia resident survival guide
Synonyms and keywords: Approach to preeclampsia , Approach to gestational hypertension with proteinuria
# Overview
Preeclampsia is primarily defined as gestational hypertension with proteinuria 300 mg or more over a 24-hour period. The pathophysiologic abnormalities of preeclampsia... | Preeclampsia resident survival guide
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Rinky Agnes Botleroo, M.B.B.S.
Synonyms and keywords: Approach to preeclampsia , Approach to gestational hypertension with proteinuria
# Overview
Preeclampsia is primarily defined as gestational hyp... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Preeclampsia_resident_survival_guide | |
e221c8fd28d40b821af17d8789174f83312c0808 | wikidoc | Pressure ulcer (patient information) | Pressure ulcer (patient information)
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# Overview
A pressure ulcer is an area of skin that breaks down when constant pressure is placed against the skin.
# What are the symptoms of a Pressure ulcer?
A pressure ulcer starts as reddened skin that gets worse over time. It fo... | Pressure ulcer (patient information)
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
A pressure ulcer is an area of skin that breaks down when constant pressure is placed against the skin.
# What are the symptoms of a Pressure ulcer?
A pressure ulcer star... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pressure_ulcer_(patient_information) | |
84e2f597bbcd4831277c775bf0e6bfebe0c4f22d | wikidoc | Prolactin-releasing peptide receptor | Prolactin-releasing peptide receptor
The prolactin-releasing peptide receptor (PrRPR) also known as G-protein coupled receptor 10 (GPR10) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the PRLHR gene.
PrRPR is a G-protein coupled receptor that binds the prolactin-releasing peptide (PRLH).
# Function
PrRPR is a 7-transmembr... | Prolactin-releasing peptide receptor
The prolactin-releasing peptide receptor (PrRPR) also known as G-protein coupled receptor 10 (GPR10) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the PRLHR gene.
PrRPR is a G-protein coupled receptor[1] that binds the prolactin-releasing peptide (PRLH).[2]
# Function
PrRPR is a 7-tra... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Prolactin-releasing_peptide_receptor | |
16350a3d90581c98f96d8f7f8306e94a547027be | wikidoc | Protein Z-related protease inhibitor | Protein Z-related protease inhibitor
Protein Z-dependent protease inhibitor is a protein circulating in the blood which inhibits factors Xa and XIa of the coagulation cascade. It is a member of the class of the serine protease inhibitors (serpins). Its name implies that it requires protein Z, another circulating protei... | Protein Z-related protease inhibitor
Protein Z-dependent protease inhibitor is a protein circulating in the blood which inhibits factors Xa and XIa of the coagulation cascade. It is a member of the class of the serine protease inhibitors (serpins). Its name implies that it requires protein Z, another circulating prote... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Protein_Z-dependent_protease_inhibitor | |
a18364f1ce042274a6268918ac33f7533ec81941 | wikidoc | Protein arginine methyltransferase 5 | Protein arginine methyltransferase 5
Protein arginine N-methyltransferase 5 is an enzyme that in humans is encoded by the PRMT5 gene. PRMT5 symmetrically dimethylates H2AR3, H4R3, H3R2, and H3R8 in vivo, all of which are linked to a range of transcriptional regulatory events (Cell. Mol. Life Sci. (2015) 72:2041–2059 D... | Protein arginine methyltransferase 5
Protein arginine N-methyltransferase 5 is an enzyme that in humans is encoded by the PRMT5 gene.[1][2] PRMT5 symmetrically dimethylates H2AR3, H4R3, H3R2, and H3R8 in vivo, all of which are linked to a range of transcriptional regulatory events (Cell. Mol. Life Sci. (2015) 72:2041... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Protein_arginine_methyltransferase_5 | |
a0a9188dedd46d0fc7c4fb7045831111e33e7163 | wikidoc | Protein energy malnutrition | Protein energy malnutrition overview
# Overview
Protein energy malnutrition is defined by measurements that fall below 2 standard deviations under the normal weight for age (underweight), height for age (stunting) and weight for height (wasting). Protein energy malnutrition is a nutritional deficiency resulting from e... | Protein energy malnutrition overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Omodamola Aje B.Sc, M.D. [2]
# Overview
Protein energy malnutrition is defined by measurements that fall below 2 standard deviations under the normal weight for age (underweight), height for age (st... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Protein_energy_malnutrition_overview | |
59dda879575f310dfae38c6584f2cbe89e3101f5 | wikidoc | Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation | Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation
# Overview
A pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (PAVM) is an abnormal connection between a branch of a pulmonary artery and a pulmonary vein through a thin-walled aneurysmal sac. PAVMs are most commonly congenital in nature and have a strong relationship with the syndrome of her... | Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
A pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (PAVM) is an abnormal connection between a branch of a pulmonary artery and a pulmonary vein through a thin-walled aneurysmal sac. PAVMs are most commonly congenital in nature and ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Pulmonary_arteriovenous_malformation | |
6ecf6f6a68dd291e25c5bb6d7b0df0cbbf2e4496 | wikidoc | Quinidine Oral (patient information) | Quinidine Oral (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING
Studies have shown that some antiarrhythmic drugs may increase the risk of death, especially if you have had a previous heart attack. This information also may apply to quinidine. Quinidine usually is used only to treat life-threatening arrhythmias.
# Why this ... | Quinidine Oral (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING
Studies have shown that some antiarrhythmic drugs may increase the risk of death, especially if you have had a previous heart attack. This information also may apply to quinidine. Quinidine usually is used only to treat life-threatening arr... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Quinidine_Oral | |
6ca122f85afd73c5502ca8df4c7856f9408d642a | wikidoc | Radial catheterization complications | Radial catheterization complications
# Overview
Like any other arterial puncture in any part of the body, complications are not uncommon, including radial artery spasms and occlusion, bleeding, radiation exposure, e.t.c. However, these complications can be minimized by the use of appropriate medications, radiation pr... | Radial catheterization complications
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Varun Kumar, M.B.B.S.; Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S.; Ayokunle Olubaniyi, M.B,B.S [2]
# Overview
Like any other arterial puncture in any part of the body, complications are not uncommon, including ra... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Radial_catheterization_complications | |
9b9f0c9ce495bab94c321f5b51c4deb3096b52b2 | wikidoc | Raltegravir warnings and precautions | Raltegravir warnings and precautions
# Warnings And Precautions
## Severe Skin and Hypersensitivity Reactions
Severe, potentially life-threatening, and fatal skin reactions have been reported. These include cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Hypersensitivity reactions have also been rep... | Raltegravir warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chetan Lokhande, M.B.B.S [2]
# Warnings And Precautions
## Severe Skin and Hypersensitivity Reactions
Severe, potentially life-threatening, and fatal skin reactions have been reported. These includ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Raltegravir_warnings_and_precautions | |
690e0459fa490ee935c389282a0a35c516fc7fb2 | wikidoc | Rapid eye movement behavior disorder | Rapid eye movement behavior disorder
# Overview
Rapid eye movement behaviour disorder, or RBD was first described in 1986 as a parasomnia involving dissociation of the characteristic stages of sleep. The major and arguably only abnormal feature of RBD is loss of muscle atonia (paralysis) during otherwise intact REM sl... | Rapid eye movement behavior disorder
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Rapid eye movement behaviour disorder, or RBD was first described in 1986 as a parasomnia involving dissociation of the characteristic stages of sleep. The major and arguably only abnormal feature of RBD is loss of musc... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Rapid_eye_movement_behavior_disorder | |
ac9093f7d8e2d45da12bd31a3436330e4d04f9f6 | wikidoc | Retapamulin warnings and precautions | Retapamulin warnings and precautions
# Warnings and Precautions
### Local Irritation
In the event of sensitization or severe local irritation from ALTABAX, usage should be discontinued, the ointment wiped off, and appropriate alternative therapy for the infection instituted .
### Not for Systemic or Mucosal Use
ALTA... | Retapamulin warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Warnings and Precautions
### Local Irritation
In the event of sensitization or severe local irritation from ALTABAX, usage should be discontinued, the ointment wiped off, and appropriate alternative therapy for the infection in... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Retapamulin_warnings_and_precautions | |
c8e68b5016a5328a6c53221adc317d15810b66b1 | wikidoc | Reverse Bennett fracture-dislocation | Reverse Bennett fracture-dislocation
# Overview
The Reverse Bennett fracture-dislocation is a fracture of the neck of the 5th metacarpal bone and known as the most common metacarpal fracture. The early diagnosis and treatment are imperative to prevent loss of function of this highly mobile human joint system. This fra... | Reverse Bennett fracture-dislocation
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohammadmain Rezazadehsaatlou[2].
# Overview
The Reverse Bennett fracture-dislocation is a fracture of the neck of the 5th metacarpal bone and known as the most common metacarpal fracture. The early ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Reverse_Bennett_fracture-dislocation | |
55760552b2b61943e59d3879f12bac78178c204b | wikidoc | Rheumatism by Dr. Lance Christiansen | Rheumatism by Dr. Lance Christiansen
Undergoing edit with the addition of references through March 2013. (LWC)
# Overview
Rheumatism is usually considered to be an archaic term in medical science for it is not listed as a subject within the index of most modern, medical texts. For instance, it is not listed in the ind... | Rheumatism by Dr. Lance Christiansen
Editor-in-Chief: Lance Christiansen, D.O.
Undergoing edit with the addition of references through March 2013. (LWC)
# Overview
Rheumatism is usually considered to be an archaic term in medical science for it is not listed as a subject within the index of most modern, medical texts... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Rheumatism | |
454441ff680e2d87dff471e993f84ffa17ba4b53 | wikidoc | Rifampin isoniazid adverse reactions | Rifampin isoniazid adverse reactions
# ADVERSE REACTIONS
## Rifampin
### Nervous system reactions
Headache, drowsiness, fatigue, ataxia, dizziness, inability to concentrate, mental confusion, visual disturbances, muscular weakness, pain in extremities, and generalized numbness
### Gastrointestinal disturbances
In s... | Rifampin isoniazid adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chetan Lokhande, M.B.B.S [2]
# ADVERSE REACTIONS
## Rifampin
### Nervous system reactions
Headache, drowsiness, fatigue, ataxia, dizziness, inability to concentrate, mental confusion, visual distu... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Rifampin_isoniazid_adverse_reactions | |
8c3b3d57b6522706021b482e2c802d562129c4d9 | wikidoc | Rifapentine warnings and precautions | Rifapentine warnings and precautions
# Warnings And Precautions
## HIV Seropositive Patients
Rifapentine should not be used as a once weekly Continuation Phase regimen in combination with isoniazid in HIV seropositive patients with pulmonary tuberculosis because of a higher rate of failure and/or relapse documented w... | Rifapentine warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chetan Lokhande, M.B.B.S [2]
# Warnings And Precautions
## HIV Seropositive Patients
Rifapentine should not be used as a once weekly Continuation Phase regimen in combination with isoniazid in HIV ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Rifapentine_warnings_and_precautions | |
2207aaed4dcd992c585c049e8df1740b1b4c2068 | wikidoc | Rilpivirine warnings and precautions | Rilpivirine warnings and precautions
# Warnings And Precautions
## Drug Interactions
Caution should be given to prescribing EDURANT with drugs that may reduce the exposure of rilpivirine .
In healthy subjects, supratherapeutic doses of rilpivirine (75 mg once daily and 300 mg once daily) have been shown to prolong th... | Rilpivirine warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chetan Lokhande, M.B.B.S [2]
# Warnings And Precautions
## Drug Interactions
Caution should be given to prescribing EDURANT with drugs that may reduce the exposure of rilpivirine [see Contraindicat... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Rilpivirine_warnings_and_precautions | |
1969daa1f4356e360e5f878291aae9a97f1dcaef | wikidoc | Rimantadine warnings and precautions | Rimantadine warnings and precautions
# Warnings And Precautions
GENERAL: An increased incidence of seizures has been reported in patients with a history of epilepsy who received the related drug amantadine In clinical trials of Flumadine, the occurrence of seizure-like activity was observed in a small number of patien... | Rimantadine warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Warnings And Precautions
GENERAL: An increased incidence of seizures has been reported in patients with a history of epilepsy who received the related drug amantadine In clinical trials of Flumadine, the occurrence of seizure-li... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Rimantadine_warnings_and_precautions | |
b40c04bd8e7ace7f04a461b0087618022716ccc9 | wikidoc | Rizatriptan warnings and precautions | Rizatriptan warnings and precautions
# Warnings and Precautions
### 5.1 Myocardial Ischemia, Myocardial Infarction, and Prinzmetal's Angina
MAXALT should not be given to patients with ischemic or vasospastic coronary artery disease. There have been rare reports of serious cardiac adverse reactions, including acute my... | Rizatriptan warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Warnings and Precautions
### 5.1 Myocardial Ischemia, Myocardial Infarction, and Prinzmetal's Angina
MAXALT should not be given to patients with ischemic or vasospastic coronary artery disease. There have been rare reports of s... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Rizatriptan_warnings_and_precautions | |
8b811902c65570a8d1f8d8925e7901a130837510 | wikidoc | Sinoatrial nodal reentry tachycardia | Sinoatrial nodal reentry tachycardia
Synonyms and keywords: SA nodal reentrant tachycardia; SANRT; sinus node reentrant tachycardia
# Overview
Sinoatrial nodal reentry tachycardia (SANRT) is caused by a reentry circuit localized to the SA node.
# Causes
## Life Threatening Causes
Life-threatening causes include cond... | Sinoatrial nodal reentry tachycardia
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Synonyms and keywords: SA nodal reentrant tachycardia; SANRT; sinus node reentrant tachycardia
# Overview
Sinoatrial nodal reentry tachycardia (SANRT) is caused by a reentry circuit localized to the SA node.
# Causes
## Life Thr... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/SANRT | |
12681a5b89fdff26ed21724aa11ad5748502b1a0 | wikidoc | Salicylic acid (patient information) | Salicylic acid (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed?
- Topical salicylic acid is used to help clear and prevent pimples and skin blemishes in people who have acne. Topical salicylic acid is also used to treat skin conditions that involve scaling or overgrowth of skin cells such as psoriasis (a ski... | Salicylic acid (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed?
- Topical salicylic acid is used to help clear and prevent pimples and skin blemishes in people who have acne. Topical salicylic acid is also used to treat skin conditions that involve scaling or overgrowth of skin cells su... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Salicylic_acid_(patient_information) | |
b6fdf4a01cac7fcfa9065ce6b03ddfc4e568042f | wikidoc | Sandbox:Otitis media medical therapy | Sandbox:Otitis media medical therapy
# Overview
The mainstay of therapy for acute otitis media (AOM) is antimicrobial therapy. High-dose Amoxicillin is the drug of choice for initial antibiotic therapy; high-dose Amoxicillin-Clavulanate or intramuscular Ceftriaxone should be reserved for patients who fail to respond t... | Sandbox:Otitis media medical therapy
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maliha Shakil, M.D. [2]; Shanshan Cen, M.D. [3]; Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [4]; Luke Rusowicz-Orazem, B.S.
# Overview
The mainstay of therapy for acute otitis media (AOM) is antimicrobial therapy. High-... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Sandbox:Otitis_media_medical_therapy | |
b75d83feb188d92255ef947e88d77df27b5f661c | wikidoc | Sandbox:Pertussis primary prevention | Sandbox:Pertussis primary prevention
# Overview
Childhood vaccination is highly effective in preventing pertussis. Routine childhood vaccination in the United States is performed with the DTaP vaccine (acellular pertussis vaccine combined with tetanus and diphtheria toxoids).
# Vaccines
Use of Acellular Pertussis Vac... | Sandbox:Pertussis primary prevention
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Childhood vaccination is highly effective in preventing pertussis. Routine childhood vaccination in the United States is performed with the DTaP vaccine (acellular pertussis vaccine combined with tetanus and diphtheria ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Sandbox:Pertussis_primary_prevention |
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