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ae0219d1912e5fda19d0071b14ecdd63c1b0fd37 | wikidoc | Sulfadiazine clinical pharmacology | Sulfadiazine clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
The systemic sulfonamides are bacteriostatic agents having a similar spectrum of activity. Sulfonamides competitively inhibit bacterial synthesis of folic acid (pteroylglutamic acid) from aminobenzoic acid. Resistant strains are capable of utilizing folic acid... | Sulfadiazine clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [2]
# Clinical Pharmacology
The systemic sulfonamides are bacteriostatic agents having a similar spectrum of activity. Sulfonamides competitively inhibit bacterial synthesis of ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Sulfadiazine_clinical_pharmacology | |
03a3e8b55a70fd29af70d1dcab27115811c1cb09 | wikidoc | Sulfadiazine indications and usage | Sulfadiazine indications and usage
# Indications and Usage
SulfADIAZine tablets USP are indicated in the following conditions:
Chancroid
Trachoma
Inclusion conjunctivitis
Nocardiosis
Urinary tract infections (primarily pyelonephritis, pyelitis and cystitis) in the absence of obstructive uropathy or foreign bodies, whe... | Sulfadiazine indications and usage
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [2]
# Indications and Usage
SulfADIAZine tablets USP are indicated in the following conditions:
Chancroid
Trachoma
Inclusion conjunctivitis
Nocardiosis
Urinary tract infections ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Sulfadiazine_indications_and_usage | |
2846c12ad49fc0fc24c14b10e0158c780bbbc3fd | wikidoc | Sulfamethoxazole adverse reactions | Sulfamethoxazole adverse reactions
# Adverse Reactions
The most common adverse effects are gastrointestinal disturbances (nausea, vomiting, anorexia) and allergic skin reactions (such as rash and urticaria). FATALITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE ADMINISTRATION OF SULFONAMIDES, ALTHOUGH RARE, HAVE OCCURRED DUE TO SEVERE REACT... | Sulfamethoxazole adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [2]
# Adverse Reactions
The most common adverse effects are gastrointestinal disturbances (nausea, vomiting, anorexia) and allergic skin reactions (such as rash and urticaria). ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Sulfamethoxazole_adverse_reactions | |
d12ffd0dcdddeab38f5412ab60b8901c9682a980 | wikidoc | Superior canal dehiscence syndrome | Superior canal dehiscence syndrome
Superior canal dehiscence syndrome (SCDS) is a rare medical condition of the inner ear, first described in 1998 by Dr. Lloyd Minor of Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, USA, leading to hearing and balance disorders in those affected. The symptoms are caused by a thinning o... | Superior canal dehiscence syndrome
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Superior canal dehiscence syndrome (SCDS) is a rare medical condition of the inner ear, first described in 1998 by Dr. Lloyd Minor of Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, USA,[1] leading to hearing and balance disorders in those affected.[2] ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Superior_canal_dehiscence_syndrome | |
0d71a0f280102f45cc684190ec835ace4249f837 | wikidoc | Suppressor of cytokine signaling 1 | Suppressor of cytokine signaling 1
Suppressor of cytokine signaling 1 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the SOCS1 gene. SOCS1 orthologs have been identified in several mammals for which complete genome data are available.
# Function
This gene encodes a member of the STAT-induced STAT inhibitor (SSI), also kno... | Suppressor of cytokine signaling 1
Suppressor of cytokine signaling 1 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the SOCS1 gene.[1][2] SOCS1 orthologs [3] have been identified in several mammals for which complete genome data are available.
# Function
This gene encodes a member of the STAT-induced STAT inhibitor (SSI)... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Suppressor_of_cytokine_signaling_1 | |
571fdd96eaa0b05d816f8dd70186e97a89e9303f | wikidoc | Trimipramine (patient information) | Trimipramine (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING
Studies have shown that children and teenagers who take antidepressants ('mood elevators') such as trimipramine may be more likely to think about harming or killing themselves or to plan or try to do so than children who do not take antidepressants. Children young... | Trimipramine (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING
Studies have shown that children and teenagers who take antidepressants ('mood elevators') such as trimipramine may be more likely to think about harming or killing themselves or to plan or try to do so than children who do not take antidepre... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Surmontil | |
2d3092ca8391ff8ae78aa53e844a8d8274197292 | wikidoc | Syllable stress of Botanical Latin | Syllable stress of Botanical Latin
Syllable stress of botanical names varies with the language spoken by the person using the botanical name. In English-speaking countries the Botanical Latin places syllable stress for botanical names derived from ancient Greek and Latin broadly according to two systems, either the Re... | Syllable stress of Botanical Latin
Syllable stress of botanical names varies with the language spoken by the person using the botanical name. In English-speaking countries the Botanical Latin places syllable stress for botanical names derived from ancient Greek and Latin broadly according to two systems, either the R... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Syllable_stress_of_Botanical_Latin | |
f916cf27843a20ed85dffcad4aa9e565d163d3b0 | wikidoc | Trimeprazine (patient information) | Trimeprazine (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING:
Trimeprazine is no longer available in the U.S. If you are currently taking trimeprazine, you should call your doctor to discuss switching to another treatment.
# Why is this medication prescribed
Trimeprazine, an antihistamine, is used to relieve the itching ca... | Trimeprazine (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING:
Trimeprazine is no longer available in the U.S. If you are currently taking trimeprazine, you should call your doctor to discuss switching to another treatment.
# Why is this medication prescribed
Trimeprazine, an antihistamine, is used to ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Temaril | |
bba84044d1f5b0231045d7267a9bcbf8285d766a | wikidoc | Temozolomide (patient information) | Temozolomide (patient information)
# About your treatment
Your doctor has ordered the drug temozolomide to help treat your illness. This medication is used to treat brain tumors (astrocytoma). The drug is taken by mouth in capsule form. Your full dose may contain two or more different strengths of temozolomide capsule... | Temozolomide (patient information)
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# About your treatment
Your doctor has ordered the drug temozolomide to help treat your illness. This medication is used to treat brain tumors (astrocytoma). The drug is taken by mouth in capsule form. Your full dose may contain two or more different strengths o... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Temozolomide_(patient_information) | |
d760a341bb708559deaaa711c7788025e2f00c71 | wikidoc | Tenofovir warnings and precautions | Tenofovir warnings and precautions
# Warnings and Precautions
## Lactic Acidosis/Severe Hepatomegaly with Steatosis
Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, including fatal cases, have been reported with the use of nucleoside analogs, including VIREAD, in combination with other antiretrovirals. A major... | Tenofovir warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Zaghw, M.D. [2]
# Warnings and Precautions
## Lactic Acidosis/Severe Hepatomegaly with Steatosis
Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, including fatal cases, have been reporte... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Tenofovir_warnings_and_precautions | |
f401e9a6b76224069599879057c4d2e30d33c166 | wikidoc | Tetracycline (patient information) | Tetracycline (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed?
- Tetracycline, is used to treat bacterial infections, including pneumonia and other respiratory tract infections; acne; infections of skin, genital and urinary systems; and the infection that causes stomach ulcers (Helicobacter pylori). It also m... | Tetracycline (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed?
- Tetracycline, is used to treat bacterial infections, including pneumonia and other respiratory tract infections; acne; infections of skin, genital and urinary systems; and the infection that causes stomach ulcers (Helicobac... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Tetracycline_(patient_information) | |
a5618aa2c30f258673231a72afdc60ffb7985ee3 | wikidoc | The EKG of cardiac transplantation | The EKG of cardiac transplantation
# General Specifications
- The recipient retains the posterior walls of his own atria.
- The recipient's atria are vascularized by bronchial collateral vessels.
- The transplanted heart is denervated and lacks autonomic neural control.
- The EKG changes in these patients are mainly d... | The EKG of cardiac transplantation
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
# General Specifications
- The recipient retains the posterior walls of his own atria.
- The recipient's atria are vascularized by bronchial collateral vessels.
- The transpla... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/The_EKG_of_Cardiac_Transplantation | |
2d1064918430aaffbf973d18a412a10a42e91596 | wikidoc | The genetic basis of heart disease | The genetic basis of heart disease
# Overview
The following is a list of genetic disorders and their origins. Besides, most disorders are a code that indicates the type of fertilization and the chromosome involved.
- P - Point mutation, or any insertion/deletion entirely inside one gene
- D - Deletion of a gene or gen... | The genetic basis of heart disease
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
The following is a list of genetic disorders and their origins. Besides, most disorders are a code that indicates the type of fertilization and the chromosome involved.
- P - Point mutation, or any insertion/deletion enti... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/The_Genetic_Basis_of_Heart_Disease | |
698ab9364150f225ed5a2613ff359e1096bb9796 | wikidoc | The heart in urinary system tumors | The heart in urinary system tumors
# Histopathological Findings
Image courtesy of Professor Peter Anderson DVM PhD and published with permission © PEIR, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Department of Pathology
- HEART: Metastatic Carcinoma: Gross natural color horizontal slices ventricles large metastatic renal ce... | The heart in urinary system tumors
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
# Histopathological Findings
Image courtesy of Professor Peter Anderson DVM PhD and published with permission © PEIR, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Department of Pathol... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/The_Heart_in_Urinary_System_Tumors | |
caedb3f7afad9b2e184dee15b11668de3505e74b | wikidoc | The prostate specific antigen test | The prostate specific antigen test
# What is the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test?
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the cells of the prostate gland. The PSA test measures the level of PSA in the blood. The doctor takes a blood sample, and the amount of PSA is measured in a laboratory. Becau... | The prostate specific antigen test
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# What is the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test?
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the cells of the prostate gland. The PSA test measures the level of PSA in the blood. The doctor takes a blood sample, and ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/The_prostate_specific_antigen_test | |
ed45283ba9c00e497792504595b03c91d57c84c1 | wikidoc | Theophylline (patient information) | Theophylline (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed
Theophylline is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases. It relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe.... | Theophylline (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed
Theophylline is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases. It relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Theophylline_(patient_information) | |
297727c690e214246c080a0cf72fb344da7f24d6 | wikidoc | Timolol Oral (patient information) | Timolol Oral (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING
Do not stop taking timolol without talking to your doctor first. If timolol is stopped suddenly, it may cause chest pain or heart attack in some people.
# Why this medication is prescribed
Timolol is used to treat high blood pressure. It also is used to prevent a... | Timolol Oral (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING
Do not stop taking timolol without talking to your doctor first. If timolol is stopped suddenly, it may cause chest pain or heart attack in some people.
# Why this medication is prescribed
Timolol is used to treat high blood pressure. It als... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Timolol_Oral | |
dd5feb06f46fb60d35c59d87eed96b2f86cf9366 | wikidoc | Title 21 of the United States Code | Title 21 of the United States Code
Title 21 is the portion of the United States Code that governs food and drugs.
It is divided into 25 chapters:
- Template:Usc-title-chap. Adulterated Or Misbranded Foods Or Drugs
- Template:Usc-title-chap. Teas (Repealed)
- Template:Usc-title-chap. Filled Milk
- Template:Usc-title-ch... | Title 21 of the United States Code
Title 21 is the portion of the United States Code that governs food and drugs.
It is divided into 25 chapters:
- Template:Usc-title-chap. Adulterated Or Misbranded Foods Or Drugs
- Template:Usc-title-chap. Teas (Repealed)
- Template:Usc-title-chap. Filled Milk
- Template:Usc-title-c... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Title_21_of_the_United_States_Code | |
0b1019d276bbcbbc49ec61a8ffa0387723bbcfbb | wikidoc | Tobacco packaging warning messages | Tobacco packaging warning messages
Tobacco packaging warning messages are health warning messages that appear on the packaging of cigarettes and other tobacco products. They have been implemented in an effort to enhance the public's knowledge about the dangers of smoking. In general, warnings used in different countrie... | Tobacco packaging warning messages
Tobacco packaging warning messages are health warning messages that appear on the packaging of cigarettes and other tobacco products. They have been implemented in an effort to enhance the public's knowledge about the dangers of smoking. In general, warnings used in different countri... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Tobacco_packaging_warning_messages | |
76ac81276e19d142d15c222c0bf648048ec5f01b | wikidoc | Toxic multinodular goiter | Toxic multinodular goiter overview
# Overview
In 1913, Henry Plummer, an American physician was the first to describe toxic multinodular goiter or Plummer's disease. In 1947, Cope, Rawson, and McArthur were the first who described the usage of radioactive iodine to demonstrate a "hot" thyroid nodule.Toxic multinodular... | Toxic multinodular goiter overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
# Overview
In 1913, Henry Plummer, an American physician was the first to describe toxic multinodular goiter or Plummer's disease. In 1947, Cope, Rawson, and McArthur were the first who described the u... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Toxic_multinodular_goiter_overview | |
dbbb645ec8e282f68aa84d7f7d8f052f858ab0cf | wikidoc | Trandolapril (patient information) | Trandolapril (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING
Do not take trandolapril if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking trandolapril, call your doctor immediately. Trandolapril may harm the fetus.
# Why this medication is prescribed
Trandolapril is used alone or in combination with other medications ... | Trandolapril (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING
Do not take trandolapril if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking trandolapril, call your doctor immediately. Trandolapril may harm the fetus.
# Why this medication is prescribed
Trandolapril is used alone or in combination w... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Trandolapril_(patient_information) | |
8702254f415162e98b2817f0a331ac5b26ce968a | wikidoc | Transforming growth factor, beta 3 | Transforming growth factor, beta 3
Transforming growth factor beta-3 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the TGFB3 gene.
It is a type of protein, known as a cytokine, which is involved in cell differentiation, embryogenesis and development. It belongs to a large family of cytokines called the Transforming growth ... | Transforming growth factor, beta 3
Transforming growth factor beta-3 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the TGFB3 gene.[1][2]
It is a type of protein, known as a cytokine, which is involved in cell differentiation, embryogenesis and development. It belongs to a large family of cytokines called the Transforming ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Transforming_growth_factor,_beta_3 | |
1a2f77aee51955ce47a8c21e9454596c66712232 | wikidoc | Transient ischemic attack | Transient ischemic attack overview
# Overview
A transient ischemic attack is caused by the temporary disturbance of blood supply to a restricted area of the brain, resulting in brief neurologic dysfunction that usually persists for less than 24 hours.
Discontinuation of the use of the term transient ischemic attack ha... | Transient ischemic attack overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aysha Anwar, M.B.B.S[2]
# Overview
A transient ischemic attack is caused by the temporary disturbance of blood supply to a restricted area of the brain, resulting in brief neurologic dysfunction that usu... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Transient_ischemic_attack_overview | |
23bac365131f429ce1bd0ac8941081ac50a865b9 | wikidoc | Transient tachypnea of the newborn | Transient tachypnea of the newborn
# Overview
Transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTNB, or "Transitory tachypnea of newborn") is a respiratory problem seen in the newborn shortly after delivery. It consists of a period of rapid breathing (more than the for newborns normal 40-60 times a minute). It is likely due to ret... | Transient tachypnea of the newborn
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTNB, or "Transitory tachypnea of newborn") is a respiratory problem seen in the newborn shortly after delivery. It consists of a period of rapid breathing (more than the for newborns n... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Transient_tachypnea_of_the_newborn | |
e5a28d64deeff66efbf74f85c6f1a2f56e8ead03 | wikidoc | Triamcinolone acetonide (Zilretta) | Triamcinolone acetonide (Zilretta)
# 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 education... | Triamcinolone acetonide (Zilretta)
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sonya Gelfand
# 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 ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Triamcinolone_acetonide_(Zilretta) | |
6f9a4f42685c14bda1d6ebd9822bf289f9478ae0 | wikidoc | Triamcinolone detailed information | Triamcinolone detailed information
Triamcinolone (trade names Kenalog, Aristocort, Nasacort, Tri-Nasal, Triderm, Azmacort, Trilone, Volon A, Tristoject, Fougera;) is a synthetic corticosteroid given orally, by injection, inhalation, or as a topical ointment or cream.
# Uses
They are also used in the post-operative per... | Triamcinolone detailed information
Triamcinolone (trade names Kenalog, Aristocort, Nasacort, Tri-Nasal, Triderm, Azmacort, Trilone, Volon A, Tristoject, Fougera;) is a synthetic corticosteroid given orally, by injection, inhalation, or as a topical ointment or cream.
# Uses
They are also used in the post-operative pe... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Triamcinolone_detailed_information | |
6663300167d2e62309d2e410b49a6ff00cd1e1a0 | wikidoc | Trifluridine clinical pharmacology | Trifluridine clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
Trifluridine is a fluorinated pyrimidine nucleoside with in vitro and in vivo activity against herpes simplex virus, types 1 and 2 and vaccinia virus. Some strains of adenovirus are also inhibited in vitro.
VIROPTIC is also effective in the treatment of epithe... | Trifluridine clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Clinical Pharmacology
Trifluridine is a fluorinated pyrimidine nucleoside with in vitro and in vivo activity against herpes simplex virus, types 1 and 2 and vaccinia virus. Some ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Trifluridine_clinical_pharmacology | |
ce774dc1f11ffcfee75d2af0fff1939b5ccda7ea | wikidoc | Trimethoprim (patient information) | Trimethoprim (patient information)
# Why this medication is prescribed
Trimethoprim eliminates bacteria that cause urinary tract infections. It is used in combination with other drugs to treat certain types of pneumonia. It also is used to treat traveler's diarrhea. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other v... | Trimethoprim (patient information)
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# Why this medication is prescribed
Trimethoprim eliminates bacteria that cause urinary tract infections. It is used in combination with other drugs to treat certain types of pneumonia. It also is used to treat traveler's diarrhea. Antibiotics will not work for ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Trimethoprim_(patient_information) | |
7c36428dc69f03e992b34f4f2b95f515031df0be | wikidoc | Trimethoprim clinical pharmacology | Trimethoprim clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
Trimethoprim is rapidly absorbed following oral administration. It exists in the blood as unbound, protein-bound and metabolized forms. Ten to twenty percent of trimethoprim is metabolized, primarily in the liver; the remainder is excreted unchanged in the uri... | Trimethoprim clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Clinical Pharmacology
Trimethoprim is rapidly absorbed following oral administration. It exists in the blood as unbound, protein-bound and metabolized forms. Ten to twenty percen... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Trimethoprim_clinical_pharmacology | |
08ad6537feccea4029936860fc924ea1fd9e0c58 | wikidoc | Trimethoprim indications and usage | Trimethoprim indications and usage
# Indications And Usage
PRIMSOL Solution is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below.
## Pediatric Patients
Acute Otitis Media
For the treatment of acute otitis media due to susceptible st... | Trimethoprim indications and usage
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Indications And Usage
PRIMSOL Solution is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below.... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Trimethoprim_indications_and_usage | |
760cab5f282a62acb52195a06fc739ad144bec97 | wikidoc | Uroporphyrinogen III decarboxylase | Uroporphyrinogen III decarboxylase
Uroporphyrinogen III decarboxylase (uroporphyrinogen decarboxylase, or UROD) is an enzyme (EC 4.1.1.37) that in humans is encoded by the UROD gene.
# Function
Uroporphyrinogen III decarboxylase is a homodimeric enzyme (PDB: 1URO) that catalyzes the fifth step in heme biosynthesis, ... | Uroporphyrinogen III decarboxylase
Uroporphyrinogen III decarboxylase (uroporphyrinogen decarboxylase, or UROD) is an enzyme (EC 4.1.1.37) that in humans is encoded by the UROD gene.[1]
# Function
Uroporphyrinogen III decarboxylase is a homodimeric enzyme (PDB: 1URO) that catalyzes the fifth step in heme biosynthes... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/UROD | |
e263a99000db1eb9a17dd5452e283c2a2bd53897 | wikidoc | Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation | Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation
# Overview
Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) is a sterilization method that uses ultraviolet (UV) light at sufficiently short wavelength to break down micro-organisms. It is used in a variety of applications, such as food, air and water purification. UV has been a known mutag... | Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation
# Overview
Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) is a sterilization method that uses ultraviolet (UV) light at sufficiently short wavelength to break down micro-organisms. It is used in a variety of applications, such as food, air and water purification. UV has been a known mutag... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ultraviolet_Germicidal_Irradiation | |
04c5536e8f461e1b18eba556b11572b8a9303f9e | wikidoc | University of Prince Edward Island | University of Prince Edward Island
The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is a university in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
The university was incorporated in 1969 with the merger of its predecessor institutions, Prince of Wales College (PWC) and St. Dunstan's University (SDU). Its campus is locat... | University of Prince Edward Island
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The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is a university in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
The university was incorporated in 1969 with the merger of its predecessor institutions, Prince of Wales College (PWC) and St. Dunstan's Universit... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/University_of_Prince_Edward_Island | |
094ae25f82bca0923a06cd53a0a04c9f54394d91 | wikidoc | Vascular endothelial growth factor | Vascular endothelial growth factor
Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is an important signaling protein involved in both vasculogenesis (the de novo formation of the embryonic circulatory system) and angiogenesis (the growth of blood vessels from pre-existing vasculature). As its name implies, VEGF activity has ... | Vascular endothelial growth factor
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is an important signaling protein involved in both vasculogenesis (the de novo formation of the embryonic circulatory system) and angiogenesis (the growth of blood vessels from pre-existing v... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/VEGF | |
96b9b8bbe998c9189a3ac3597454a5209980ea87 | wikidoc | Von Hippel–Lindau tumor suppressor | Von Hippel–Lindau tumor suppressor
The von Hippel–Lindau tumor suppressor also known as pVHL is a protein that in humans is encoded by the VHL gene. Mutations of the VHL gene are associated with von Hippel–Lindau disease.
# Function
Von Hippel–Lindau syndrome (VHL) is a dominantly inherited hereditary cancer syndrome... | Von Hippel–Lindau tumor suppressor
The von Hippel–Lindau tumor suppressor also known as pVHL is a protein that in humans is encoded by the VHL gene. Mutations of the VHL gene are associated with von Hippel–Lindau disease.[1]
# Function
Von Hippel–Lindau syndrome (VHL) is a dominantly inherited hereditary cancer synd... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/VHL | |
8083e1b591583e8617d5a2f86773568993a0185c | wikidoc | Von Hippel-Lindau tumor suppressor | Von Hippel-Lindau tumor suppressor
# Overview
The Von Hippel-Lindau tumor suppressor protein is a protein whose inactivation is associated with Von Hippel-Lindau disease.
Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome (VHL) is a dominantly inherited familial cancer syndrome predisposing to a variety of malignant and benign tumors of the ... | Von Hippel-Lindau tumor suppressor
# Overview
The Von Hippel-Lindau tumor suppressor protein is a protein whose inactivation is associated with Von Hippel-Lindau disease.
Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome (VHL) is a dominantly inherited familial cancer syndrome predisposing to a variety of malignant and benign tumors of the ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/VHL_gene | |
6558b1825bdea8ba0a514d1ee86f54412818ac16 | wikidoc | Valacyclovir (patient information) | Valacyclovir (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed
Valacyclovir is used to treat herpes zoster (shingles) and genital herpes. It does not cure herpes infections but decreases pain and itching, helps sores to heal, and prevents new ones from forming.
This medication is sometimes prescribed for other... | Valacyclovir (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed
Valacyclovir is used to treat herpes zoster (shingles) and genital herpes. It does not cure herpes infections but decreases pain and itching, helps sores to heal, and prevents new ones from forming.
This medication is sometime... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Valacyclovir_(patient_information) | |
784263ae044276d66358f643b4950bd1fea1579a | wikidoc | Valacyclovir clinical pharmacology | Valacyclovir clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
## Pharmacokinetics
The pharmacokinetics of valacyclovir and acyclovir after oral administration of VALTREX have been investigated in 14 volunteer trials involving 283 adults and in 3 trials involving 112 pediatric subjects aged 1 month to less than 12 years.... | Valacyclovir clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Clinical Pharmacology
## Pharmacokinetics
The pharmacokinetics of valacyclovir and acyclovir after oral administration of VALTREX have been investigated in 14 volunteer trials i... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Valacyclovir_clinical_pharmacology | |
7a60a6aa3292ae5fb8ed635ce45dabb82af7abd8 | wikidoc | Valacyclovir indications and usage | Valacyclovir indications and usage
# Indications and Usage
## Adult Patients
Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis): VALTREX® (valacyclovir hydrochloride) Caplets are indicated for treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis). The efficacy of VALTREX initiated after the development of clinical signs of a cold sore (e.g., papule, ... | Valacyclovir indications and usage
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Indications and Usage
## Adult Patients
Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis): VALTREX® (valacyclovir hydrochloride) Caplets are indicated for treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis). ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Valacyclovir_indications_and_usage | |
a54f047020e2013948f34a6fe9bfb72bc423dcb8 | wikidoc | Valproate sodium adverse reactions | Valproate sodium adverse reactions
# Adverse Reactions
The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling:
- Hepatic failure (5.1)
- Birth defects (5.2)
- Decreased IQ following in utero exposure (5.3)
- Pancreatitis (5.5)
- Thrombocytopenia (5.8)
- Hyperammonemic encepha... | Valproate sodium adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Adverse Reactions
The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling:
- Hepatic failure (5.1)
- Birth defects (5.2)
- Decreased IQ following in utero exposure (5.3)
- Pancreatitis (5.... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Valproate_sodium_adverse_reactions | |
b91902422fc1466680533770884ef1cdf7337721 | wikidoc | Valproate sodium contraindications | Valproate sodium contraindications
# Contraindications
Depacon should not be administered to patients with hepatic disease or significant hepatic dysfunction .
Depacon is contraindicated in patients known to have mitochondrial disorders caused by mutations in mitochondrial DNA polymerase γ (POLG; e.g., Alpers-Huttenlo... | Valproate sodium contraindications
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Contraindications
Depacon should not be administered to patients with hepatic disease or significant hepatic dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Depacon is contraindicated in patients known to have mitochondrial diso... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Valproate_sodium_contraindications | |
9d61ffce0561b1a7906e06b8d9b11b7df0a91257 | wikidoc | Valproate sodium drug interactions | Valproate sodium drug interactions
# Drug Interactions
### Effects of Co-Administered Drugs on Valproate Clearance
Drugs that affect the level of expression of hepatic enzymes, particularly those that elevate levels of glucuronosyltransferases, may increase the clearance of valproate. For example, phenytoin, carbamaz... | Valproate sodium drug interactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Drug Interactions
### Effects of Co-Administered Drugs on Valproate Clearance
Drugs that affect the level of expression of hepatic enzymes, particularly those that elevate levels of glucuronosyltransferases, may increase the clea... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Valproate_sodium_drug_interactions | |
89564115a9dfee12e64054756611acb5a4fe30b4 | wikidoc | Venlafaxine nonclinical toxicology | Venlafaxine nonclinical toxicology
# Nonclinical Toxicology
## Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility
### Carcinogenesis
Venlafaxine was given by oral gavage to mice for 18 months at doses up to 120 mg/kg per day, which was 1.7 times the maximum recommended human dose on a mg/m2basis. Venlafaxine was a... | Venlafaxine nonclinical toxicology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Nonclinical Toxicology
## Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility
### Carcinogenesis
Venlafaxine was given by oral gavage to mice for 18 months at doses up to 120 ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Venlafaxine_nonclinical_toxicology | |
d2db842d060736472a04a85a5ffc9d59271fac85 | wikidoc | Ventricular septal defect | Ventricular septal defect overview
# Overview
A ventricular septal defect (or VSD) is a defect in the ventricular septum (the wall dividing the left and right ventricles of the heart). The ventricular septum consists of a muscular (inferior) and membranous portion (superior). The membranous portion (which is close to ... | Ventricular septal defect overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Priyamvada Singh, MBBS [2]; Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [3]; Assistant Editor(s)-In-Chief: Kristin Feeney, B.S. [4]
# Overview
A ventricular septal defect (or VSD) is a defect in the ventricular septum (... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ventricular_septal_defect_overview | |
871c7b0bb8c39a39eb905e509011b40a2b52738a | wikidoc | Virilization (patient information) | Virilization (patient information)
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# Overview
Virilization is when a female develops male sex characteristics, or a newborn boy has increased male characteristics at birth.
# What causes Virilization?
- Virilization may be caused by:
- Excess testosterone production
- U... | Virilization (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: Varun Kumar, M.B.B.S.
# Overview
Virilization is when a female develops male sex characteristics, or a newborn boy has increased male c... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Virilization_(patient_information) | |
16a1557eb674c97725d72551ba91859bd4a8c5f0 | wikidoc | Virtuous circle and vicious circle | Virtuous circle and vicious circle
A virtuous circle or a vicious circle is a complex of events that reinforces itself through a feedback loop toward greater instability. A virtuous circle (or virtuous cycle) has favorable results, and a vicious circle (or vicious cycle) has deleterious results. A virtuous circle can ... | Virtuous circle and vicious circle
A virtuous circle or a vicious circle is a complex of events that reinforces itself through a feedback loop toward greater instability. A virtuous circle (or virtuous cycle) has favorable results, and a vicious circle (or vicious cycle) has deleterious results. A virtuous circle can... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Virtuous_circle_and_vicious_circle | |
e168e1e8e5ec71a5781ce25051c811947d76f2b9 | wikidoc | Voriconazole (patient information) | Voriconazole (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed
Voriconazole is used to treat serious fungal infections such as invasive aspergillosis (a fungal infection that begins in the lungs and spreads through the bloodstream to other organs) and esophageal candidiasis (infection by a yeast-like fungus th... | Voriconazole (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed
Voriconazole is used to treat serious fungal infections such as invasive aspergillosis (a fungal infection that begins in the lungs and spreads through the bloodstream to other organs) and esophageal candidiasis (infection by ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Voriconazole_(patient_information) | |
c0f88dc4d2f2c19cd7c07eca3d93d8ece4ee5066 | wikidoc | Voriconazole clinical pharmacology | Voriconazole clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
## Mechanism of Action
Voriconazole is an antifungal drug
## Pharmacokinetics
### General Pharmacokinetic Characteristics
The pharmacokinetics of voriconazole have been characterized in healthy subjects, special populations and patients.
The pharmacokineti... | Voriconazole clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Zaghw, M.D. [2]
# Clinical Pharmacology
## Mechanism of Action
Voriconazole is an antifungal drug [see Microbiology (12.4)]
## Pharmacokinetics
### General Pharmacokinetic Characteristics
The... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Voriconazole_clinical_pharmacology | |
e809a8998151d845764f18aebda5381d71c9848d | wikidoc | West nile virus infection | West nile virus infection overview
Synonyms and keywords: WNV
# Overview
West Nile virus (WNV) is an enveloped positive-sense ssRNA virus that is considered a member of the Japanese encephalitis serocomplex. It belongs to the family Flaviviridae. It was first isolated in 1937 in Uganda; and since then has disseminated... | West nile virus infection overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Yazan Daaboul, M.D.
Synonyms and keywords: WNV
# Overview
West Nile virus (WNV) is an enveloped positive-sense ssRNA virus that is considered a member of the Japanese encephalitis serocomplex. It belo... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/West_nile_virus_infection_overview | |
e69ed71394f7bced3ab316b0ed3302c0a8b0dd74 | wikidoc | Zanamivir warnings and precautions | Zanamivir warnings and precautions
# Warnings and Precautions
## Bronchodilators
RELENZA is not recommended for treatment or prophylaxis of influenza in individuals with underlying airways disease (such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Serious cases of bronchodilators, including fatalities, have b... | Zanamivir 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
## Bronchodilators
RELENZA is not recommended for treatment or prophylaxis of influenza in individuals with underlying airways disease (such as asthma o... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Zanamivir_warnings_and_precautions | |
e8e39f5f27428cffdfa4b8476fe62231892940b4 | wikidoc | Zolmitriptan clinical pharmacology | Zolmitriptan clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
### 12.1 Mechanism of Action
Zolmitriptan binds with high affinity to human recombinant 5-HT1D and 5-HT1B receptors, and moderate affinity for 5-HT1A receptors. The N-desmethyl metabolite also has high affinity for 5-HT1B/1D and moderate affinity for 5-HT1A r... | Zolmitriptan clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Clinical Pharmacology
### 12.1 Mechanism of Action
Zolmitriptan binds with high affinity to human recombinant 5-HT1D and 5-HT1B receptors, and moderate affinity for 5-HT1A receptors. The N-desmethyl metabolite also has high affin... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Zolmitriptan_clinical_pharmacology | |
1e9fd1248af8d2d80f36ae8888adad45ea14de83 | wikidoc | Zolmitriptan indications and usage | Zolmitriptan indications and usage
# Indications and Usage
Zolmitriptan orally disintegrating tabletsare indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
### Limitations of Use
- Only use zolmitriptan orally disintegrating tablets if a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established. If ... | Zolmitriptan indications and usage
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Indications and Usage
Zolmitriptan orally disintegrating tabletsare indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
### Limitations of Use
- Only use zolmitriptan orally disintegrating tablets if a c... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Zolmitriptan_indications_and_usage | |
f4f22fbe976f2e6410b1825fe62057cba85bed03 | wikidoc | 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-methylamphetamine | 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-methylamphetamine
# Overview
DOM (or STP, allegedly standing for Serenity, Tranquillity and Peace, but based on the name of STP (motor oil company) and thus named by Owsley Stanley) is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug and a substituted amphetamine of the phenethylamine class of compounds, sometimes us... | 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-methylamphetamine
# Overview
DOM (or STP, allegedly standing for Serenity, Tranquillity and Peace, but based on the name of STP (motor oil company) and thus named by Owsley Stanley) is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug and a substituted amphetamine of the phenethylamine class of compounds, sometimes us... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/2,5-Dimethoxy-4-methylamphetamine | |
538eaa28b6d812b82c665f2849a1390dae40d2ca | wikidoc | 2005–present Chikungunya outbreak | 2005–present Chikungunya outbreak
# Overview
An analysis of the virus's genetic code suggests that the increased severity of the 2005-present outbreak may be due to a change in the genetic sequence, altering the virus' coat protein, which potentially allows it to multiply more easily in mosquito cells and utilise the ... | 2005–present Chikungunya outbreak
# Overview
An analysis of the virus's genetic code suggests that the increased severity of the 2005-present outbreak may be due to a change in the genetic sequence, altering the virus' coat protein, which potentially allows it to multiply more easily in mosquito cells[1] and utilise t... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/2005%E2%80%93present_Chikungunya_outbreak | |
c1f72076fc4eef0fcfa63e99e8c9a9683b33c29e | wikidoc | 4-Chlorodehydromethyltestosterone | 4-Chlorodehydromethyltestosterone
4-Chlorodehydromethyltestosterone, sold under the brand name Turinabol, is an anabolic steroid developed in the 1960s, a highly competitive time for the Olympics and national level sports, the East German experts were looking for effective steroids that would circumvent these sports’ d... | 4-Chlorodehydromethyltestosterone
4-Chlorodehydromethyltestosterone, sold under the brand name Turinabol, is an anabolic steroid developed in the 1960s, a highly competitive time for the Olympics and national level sports, the East German experts were looking for effective steroids that would circumvent these sports’ ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/4-Chlordehydromethyltestosterone | |
7379561a78a940560baeeddef295765bdf53da75 | wikidoc | 4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine | 4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine
# Overview
4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine or 2,5-dimethoxy-4-chloroamphetamine or 4-Chloro-2,5-DMA or DOC is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug of the phenethylamine family. Used by some as an entheogen, DOC was presumably first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin. The drug is gener... | 4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine
# Overview
4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine or 2,5-dimethoxy-4-chloroamphetamine or 4-Chloro-2,5-DMA or DOC is a psychedelic hallucinogenic drug of the phenethylamine family. Used by some as an entheogen, DOC was presumably first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin. The drug is gener... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine | |
7359c83ba9875fde5c0c9a66031fa10cfac9f05c | wikidoc | 5-lipoxygenase-activating protein | 5-lipoxygenase-activating protein
Arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase-activating protein also known as 5-lipoxygenase activating protein, or FLAP, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ALOX5AP gene.
# Function
FLAP is necessary for the activation of 5-lipoxygenase and therefore for the production of leukotrienes, 5-hy... | 5-lipoxygenase-activating protein
Arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase-activating protein also known as 5-lipoxygenase activating protein, or FLAP, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ALOX5AP gene.[1][2]
# Function
FLAP is necessary for the activation of 5-lipoxygenase and therefore for the production of leukotriene... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/5-lipoxygenase-activating_protein | |
1df98e3f0221736df7d306ce6cc5d0d6ee7eb2b2 | wikidoc | Hyoscyamine (patient information) | Hyoscyamine (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed
Hyoscyamine is used to control symptoms associated with disorders of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It works by decreasing the motion of the stomach and intestines and the secretion of stomach fluids, including acid. Hyoscyamine is also used in th... | Hyoscyamine (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed
Hyoscyamine is used to control symptoms associated with disorders of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It works by decreasing the motion of the stomach and intestines and the secretion of stomach fluids, including acid. Hyoscyam... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/A-Spas_S/L | |
a155673bc4e9765ec9b7324c69157122b79e80dc | wikidoc | ALS Therapy Development Institute | ALS Therapy Development Institute
The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) is a nonprofit biotechnology company seeking effective treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS TDF was founded in 1999 by James Heywood and Robert Bonazoli after James' brother, Stephen Heywood, was diagnosed with the dise... | ALS Therapy Development Institute
The ALS Therapy Development Institute[1] (ALS TDI) is a nonprofit biotechnology company seeking effective treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS TDF was founded in 1999 by James Heywood and Robert Bonazoli after James' brother, Stephen Heywood, was diagnosed with the ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/ALS_Therapy_Development_Institute | |
36755081345c12f34be506b2921def2eba212cc6 | wikidoc | Activating transcription factor 2 | Activating transcription factor 2
Activating transcription factor 2, also known as ATF2, is a protein that, in humans, is encoded by the ATF2 gene.
# Function
This gene encodes a transcription factor that is a member of the leucine zipper family of DNA-binding proteins. This protein binds to the cAMP-responsive elemen... | Activating transcription factor 2
Activating transcription factor 2, also known as ATF2, is a protein that, in humans, is encoded by the ATF2 gene.[1]
# Function
This gene encodes a transcription factor that is a member of the leucine zipper family of DNA-binding proteins. This protein binds to the cAMP-responsive el... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/ATF2 | |
645d815d417e1107ae0f5e76d90148c5a96f5364 | wikidoc | Abacavir warnings and precautions | Abacavir warnings and precautions
# Warnings
### Hypersensitivity Reaction
Serious and sometimes fatal hypersensitivity reactions have been associated with ZIAGEN and other abacavir-containing products. Patients who carry the HLA-B*5701 allele are at high risk for experiencing a hypersensitivity reaction to abacavir.... | Abacavir warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Zaghw, M.D. [2]
# Warnings
### Hypersensitivity Reaction
Serious and sometimes fatal hypersensitivity reactions have been associated with ZIAGEN and other abacavir-containing products. Patients ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Abacavir_warnings_and_precautions | |
c94b92b5694bbb837a62733cc7e14677694a5f36 | wikidoc | Abdominal internal oblique muscle | Abdominal internal oblique muscle
# Overview
The internal oblique muscle (of the abdomen) is the intermediate muscle of the abdomen, lying just underneath the external oblique and just above (superficial to) the transverse abdominal muscle.
## Structure
Its fibers run perpendicular to the external oblique muscle, beg... | Abdominal internal oblique muscle
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# Overview
The internal oblique muscle (of the abdomen) is the intermediate muscle of the abdomen, lying just underneath the external oblique and just above (superficial to) the transverse abdominal muscle.
## Structure
Its fibers run perpendicular to the ext... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Abdominal_internal_oblique_muscle | |
58124e62bf5330450cff5f1e429eae906c617b35 | wikidoc | Acamprosate (patient information) | Acamprosate (patient information)
# Overview
Acamprosate is used along with counseling and social support to help people who have stopped drinking large amounts of alcohol to avoid drinking alcohol again. Drinking alcohol for a long time changes the way the brain works. Acamprosate works by helping the brains of peopl... | Acamprosate (patient information)
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Acamprosate is used along with counseling and social support to help people who have stopped drinking large amounts of alcohol to avoid drinking alcohol again. Drinking alcohol for a long time changes the way the brain wor... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Acamprosate_(patient_information) | |
8a01e84778c1b0c6c2bf7bd20d6fd192edbe545c | wikidoc | Accelerated orthodontic treatment | Accelerated orthodontic treatment
# Overview
A typical Orthodontic treatment (e.g. Dental brace), takes 12-36 months but often takes longer than predicted. The treatment time depends on the distances the teeth need to be moved, the type of brackets used and the style of care offered by the dentist.
Self-ligating brack... | Accelerated orthodontic treatment
# Overview
A typical Orthodontic treatment (e.g. Dental brace), takes 12-36 months but often takes longer than predicted. The treatment time depends on the distances the teeth need to be moved, the type of brackets used and the style of care offered by the dentist.
Self-ligating brack... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Accelerated_Orthodontic_Treatment | |
3ac9c6bbdbd3dee436baa0e8a4ecbc3a95718603 | wikidoc | Active Hexose Correlated Compound | Active Hexose Correlated Compound
Active Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC) is a nutritional supplement produced from the mycelia of specific species of mushrooms, and should not be confused or used as a drug or medicine. AHCC was originally designed to lower high-blood pressure, however researchers at Tokyo University ... | Active Hexose Correlated Compound
Active Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC) is a nutritional supplement produced from the mycelia of specific species of mushrooms, and should not be confused or used as a drug or medicine. AHCC was originally designed to lower high-blood pressure, however researchers at Tokyo University... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Active_Hexose_Correlated_Compound | |
02005431e4ddd6323e60e41b6bafe44d132abfb5 | wikidoc | Common cold (patient information) | Common cold (patient information)
For the WikiDoc page for this topic, click here
# Overview
The common cold generally includes: runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing. You may also have a sore throat, cough, headache, or other symptoms.
# What are the symptoms of Common cold?
Cold symptoms usually occur within 2... | Common cold (patient information)
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
The common cold generally includes: runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing. You may also have a sore throat, cough, headache, or other symptoms.
# What are the symptoms ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Acute_viral_nasopharyngitis_(patient_information) | |
560b8706289ec6cf9d1404f66a29a0961c7cf8a2 | wikidoc | Adefovir warnings and precautions | Adefovir warnings and precautions
# Warnings And Precautions
## Exacerbation of Hepatitis after Discontinuation of Treatment
Severe acute exacerbation of hepatitis has been reported in patients who have discontinued anti-hepatitis B therapy, including therapy with HEPSERA. Hepatic function should be monitored at repe... | Adefovir warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Warnings And Precautions
## Exacerbation of Hepatitis after Discontinuation of Treatment
Severe acute exacerbation of hepatitis has been reported in patients who have discontinued anti-hepatitis B therapy, including therapy with H... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Adefovir_warnings_and_precautions | |
35d8eb09dd7e217b181002f18c7e023b857cef88 | wikidoc | Adenine phosphoribosyltransferase | Adenine phosphoribosyltransferase
Adenine phosphoribosyltransferase (APRTase) is an enzyme encoded by the APRT gene, found in humans on chromosome 16. It is part of the Type I PRTase family and is involved in the nucleotide salvage pathway, which provides an alternative to nucleotide biosynthesis de novo in humans and ... | Adenine phosphoribosyltransferase
Adenine phosphoribosyltransferase (APRTase) is an enzyme encoded by the APRT gene, found in humans on chromosome 16.[1] It is part of the Type I PRTase family and is involved in the nucleotide salvage pathway, which provides an alternative to nucleotide biosynthesis de novo in humans ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Adenine_phosphoribosyltransferase | |
95b0bc0bc66b37fbdb563c8145b6f5e230d4d8dd | wikidoc | Adenomyosis (patient information) | Adenomyosis (patient information)
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# Overview
Adenomyosis is uterine thickening that occurs when endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, moves into the outer muscular walls of the uterus.
# What are the symptoms of Adenomyosis?
- Long-term or heavy menstrual... | Adenomyosis (patient information)
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Varun Kumar, M.B.B.S.
# Overview
Adenomyosis is uterine thickening that occurs when endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, moves into the ou... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Adenomyosis_(patient_information) | |
10953773818685705658c756558a39e82125d8c8 | wikidoc | Adenylosuccinate lyase deficiency | Adenylosuccinate lyase deficiency
Adenylosuccinate lyase deficiency, also called adenylosuccinase deficiency, is a rare autosomal recessive metabolic disorder characterized by the appearance of succinylaminoimidazolecarboxamide riboside (SAICAriboside) and succinyladenosine (S-Ado) in cerebrospinal fluid, urine, and t... | Adenylosuccinate lyase deficiency
Adenylosuccinate lyase deficiency, also called adenylosuccinase deficiency,[1] is a rare autosomal recessive[2] metabolic disorder characterized by the appearance of succinylaminoimidazolecarboxamide riboside (SAICAriboside) and succinyladenosine (S-Ado) in cerebrospinal fluid, urine... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Adenylosuccinase_deficiency | |
1ba1fb740b99be5c809952c0c9c78eabc5607102 | wikidoc | Adiposogenital dystrophy | Adiposogenital dystrophy overview
# Overview
# Historical perspective
Harvey Williams Cushing named the condition Fröhlich syndrome after Alfred Fröhlich. French nationals Dr. Jean Camus (1872–1924) and Dr. Gustave Roussy (1874–1948) first undertook systematic and controlled observations of the effects of localized i... | Adiposogenital dystrophy overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Ogechukwu Hannah Nnabude, MD
# Overview
# Historical perspective
Harvey Williams Cushing named the condition Fröhlich syndrome after Alfred Fröhlich. French nationals Dr. Jean Camus (1872–1924) and Dr. Gustave Roussy (1874–1948) fir... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Adiposogenital_dystrophy_overview | |
4a3a0b4b8f702979df42f53854d4ea19bd795e9e | wikidoc | Beta2-adrenergic receptor agonist | Beta2-adrenergic receptor agonist
# Overview
Beta2-adrenergic receptor agonists are a class of drugs used to treat asthma and other pulmonary disease states.
# Types
They can be divided into short-acting and long acting beta-adrenoceptor agonist (LABA) groups:
## Short-acting beta2 agonists
- salbutamol (Albuterol, ... | Beta2-adrenergic receptor agonist
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Beta2-adrenergic receptor agonists are a class of drugs used to treat asthma and other pulmonary disease states.
# Types
They can be divided into short-acting and long acting beta-adrenoceptor agonist (LABA) groups:
## S... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Adrenergic_beta-agonists | |
338220d7297ece011358e6f1c0aa7132a1e11df2 | wikidoc | Adrenocortical carcinoma | Adrenocortical carcinoma overview
# Overview
Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare endocrine malignancy, often with an unfavorable prognosis. It originates from the adrenal cortex. In 1893, Grawitz et al was the first one who described ACC and falsely assumed it to be a hypernephroma. By 1938, the Mayo group had re... | Adrenocortical carcinoma overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Raviteja Guddeti, M.B.B.S. [2] Ahmad Al Maradni, M.D. [3] Mohammed Abdelwahed M.D[4]
# Overview
Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare endocrine malignancy, often with an unfavorable prognosis. It or... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Adrenocortical_carcinoma_overview | |
1c6bfb0e59b06eb723b87eec888c8c13c07263e9 | wikidoc | Advanced biostructural correction | Advanced biostructural correction
Advanced Biostructural Correction (ABC) is a recently implemented technique used in Chiropractic Medicine. When adjusted with ABC, the patient immediately retains better
posture. Sports injuries greatly benefit from this treatment. ABC corrects the bodies structure
by focusing on areas... | Advanced biostructural correction
Advanced Biostructural Correction (ABC) is a recently implemented technique used in Chiropractic Medicine. When adjusted with ABC, the patient immediately retains better
posture.[citation needed] Sports injuries greatly benefit from this treatment. ABC corrects the bodies structure
by... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Advanced_biostructural_correction | |
8edd71d6693b8c2596dc7778e6ecbcdf47fa04a6 | wikidoc | Agoraphobia (patient information) | Agoraphobia (patient information)
For the WikiDoc page for this topic, click here
Synonyms and Keywords: Panic disorder with agoraphobia, Anxiety disorder- agoraphobia
# Overview
- Panic disorder with agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder in which there are repeated attacks of intense fear and anxiety, and a fear of bein... | Agoraphobia (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: Panic disorder with agoraphobia, Anxiety disorder- agoraphobia
# Overview
- Panic d... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Agoraphobia_(patient_information) | |
3226522bfb3cbd5adcbbaa2001e28ea1f49d4282 | wikidoc | Albendazole clinical pharmacology | Albendazole clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
### Pharmacokinetics
Albendazole is poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract due to its low aqueous solubility. Albendazole concentrations are negligible or undetectable in plasma as it is rapidly converted to the sulfoxide metabolite prior to reaching ... | Albendazole clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Clinical Pharmacology
### Pharmacokinetics
Albendazole is poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract due to its low aqueous solubility. Albendazole concentrations are negligible or undetectable in plasma as it is rapidly conv... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Albendazole_clinical_pharmacology | |
617451d6ddbd335a94594f431937a94f31b7afb6 | wikidoc | Albendazole indications and usage | Albendazole indications and usage
# Indications and Usage
ALBENZA is indicated for the treatment of the following infections:
### Neurocysticercosis
ALBENZA is indicated for the treatment of parenchymal neurocysticercosis due to active lesions caused by larval forms of the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium.
Lesions consid... | Albendazole indications and usage
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Indications and Usage
ALBENZA is indicated for the treatment of the following infections:
### Neurocysticercosis
ALBENZA is indicated for the treatment of parenchymal neurocysticercosis due to active lesions caused by larval forms... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Albendazole_indications_and_usage | |
32062071332ea3928ed51f196c3fcc15ae94f139 | wikidoc | Alcoholic cardiomyopathy | Alcoholic cardiomyopathy overview
# Overview
Alcoholic cardiomyopathy is a disease in which the excessive use of alcohol use damages the heart muscle causing heart failure. It is characterized by constellation of findings which includes a history of excessive alcohol intake, physical signs of alcohol abuse, heart fail... | Alcoholic cardiomyopathy overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Raviteja Guddeti, M.B.B.S. [2]; Hardik Patel, M.D.
# Overview
Alcoholic cardiomyopathy is a disease in which the excessive use of alcohol use damages the heart muscle causing heart failure. It is chara... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Alcoholic_cardiomyopathy_overview | |
a474a70242112bfa207a661c9dab665856b5e3c9 | wikidoc | Aldesleukin (patient information) | Aldesleukin (patient information)
# About your treatment
Your doctor has ordered the drug aldesleukin to help treat your illness. The drug is given by injection into a vein or under the skin.
This medication is used to treat:
- metastatic renal cell cancer
This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask yo... | Aldesleukin (patient information)
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# About your treatment
Your doctor has ordered the drug aldesleukin to help treat your illness. The drug is given by injection into a vein or under the skin.
This medication is used to treat:
- metastatic renal cell cancer
This medication is sometimes prescribed ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Aldesleukin_(patient_information) | |
70c5085b4b7bd898390a188c82cdc8e1a25eabe3 | wikidoc | Alendronate (patient information) | Alendronate (patient information)
# Why this medication is prescribed
Alendronate is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (a condition in which the bones become thin and weak and break easily) in women who have undergone menopause (change of life; end of menstrual periods). Alendronate is also used to treat osteopor... | Alendronate (patient information)
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# Why this medication is prescribed
Alendronate is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (a condition in which the bones become thin and weak and break easily) in women who have undergone menopause (change of life; end of menstrual periods). Alendronate is also ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Alendronate_(patient_information) | |
30ab12e6a1988997cd40ba80e5db3cc21a097e30 | wikidoc | Allopurinol (patient information) | Allopurinol (patient information)
# Why this medication is prescribed
Allopurinol is used to treat gout, high levels of uric acid in the body caused by certain cancer medications, and kidney stones. Allopurinol is in a class of medications called xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by reducing the production of uric... | Allopurinol (patient information)
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# Why this medication is prescribed
Allopurinol is used to treat gout, high levels of uric acid in the body caused by certain cancer medications, and kidney stones. Allopurinol is in a class of medications called xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by reducing ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Allopurinol_(patient_information) | |
daba20549bf601613713af99a46c09a2e0904d71 | wikidoc | Almotriptan clinical pharmacology | Almotriptan clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
## Mechanism of Action
Almotriptan binds with high affinity to 5-HT1D, 5-HT1B, and 5-HT1F receptors. Almotriptan has weak affinity for 5-HT1A and 5-HT7 receptors, but has no significant affinity or pharmacological activity at 5-HT2, 5-HT3, 5-HT4, 5-HT6; alpha ... | Almotriptan clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Pratik Bahekar, MBBS [2]
# Clinical Pharmacology
## Mechanism of Action
Almotriptan binds with high affinity to 5-HT1D, 5-HT1B, and 5-HT1F receptors. Almotriptan has weak affinity for 5-HT1A and 5-HT7... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Almotriptan_clinical_pharmacology | |
efff2707e0db303c714cb8def1ca4607974bad47 | wikidoc | Almotriptan indications and usage | Almotriptan indications and usage
# Indications and Usage
# Almotriptan is a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist (triptan) indicated for:
- Acute treatment of migraine attacks in adults with a history of migraine with or without aura
- Acute treatment of migraine headache pain in adolescents age 12 to 17 years with a history o... | Almotriptan indications and usage
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Pratik Bahekar, MBBS [2]
# Indications and Usage
# Almotriptan is a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist (triptan) indicated for:
- Acute treatment of migraine attacks in adults with a history of migraine with o... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Almotriptan_indications_and_usage | |
d713356d81649189f86f674a8c8307e70e040e71 | wikidoc | Retapamulin (patient information) | Retapamulin (patient information)
# Why is this medication prescribed
Retapamulin is used to treat impetigo (a skin infection caused by bacteria) in children and adults. Retapamulin is in a class of medications called antibacterials. It works by killing and stopping the growth of bacteria on the skin.
# How should th... | Retapamulin (patient information)
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# Why is this medication prescribed
Retapamulin is used to treat impetigo (a skin infection caused by bacteria) in children and adults. Retapamulin is in a class of medications called antibacterials. It works by killing and stopping the growth of bacteria on the ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Altabax | |
82eeef670a4c5417096267f9964626b45402a7da | wikidoc | Altretamine (patient information) | Altretamine (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING
Altretamine can cause a decrease in the number of blood cells in your bone marrow. Altretamine also can cause neurotoxicity. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: tingling of the hands or feet, mental confusion, or loss of c... | Altretamine (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING
Altretamine can cause a decrease in the number of blood cells in your bone marrow. Altretamine also can cause neurotoxicity. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: tingling of the hands or feet, mental c... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Altretamine_(patient_information) | |
b07b43830fbd452f2c3480797d69a4f9610514c9 | wikidoc | American Board of Plastic Surgery | American Board of Plastic Surgery
# Overview
The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. was organized as a subsidiary of the American Board of Surgery in 1938. The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. was given the status of a major specialty board in 1941. It is the one certifying body for Plastic and Reconstruct... | American Board of Plastic Surgery
Editor-in-Chief: Martin I. Newman, M.D., FACS, Cleveland Clinic Florida, [1]
# Overview
The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. was organized as a subsidiary of the American Board of Surgery in 1938. The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. was given the status of a major spec... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/American_Board_of_Plastic_Surgery | |
3e4ceaa95ec45593c3c519cee174491539a9b6b1 | wikidoc | American Chiropractic Association | American Chiropractic Association
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA), based in Arlington, VA, is the largest professional association in the world representing doctors of chiropractic. Its mission is to preserve, protect, improve and promote the chiropractic profession and the services of Doctors of Chiropract... | American Chiropractic Association
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The American Chiropractic Association (ACA), based in Arlington, VA, is the largest professional association in the world representing doctors of chiropractic. Its mission is to preserve, protect, improve and promote the chiropractic profession and the se... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/American_Chiropractic_Association | |
63fb54fad03abe7d9ba1bc671b38fa518b548079 | wikidoc | American College of Pediatricians | American College of Pediatricians
The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) is a medical association of conservative pediatricians and other healthcare professionals in the United States. The College was founded in 2002 by Dr. Joseph Zanga, in response to the American Academy of Pediatrics's support for LGBT pare... | American College of Pediatricians
The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) is a medical association of conservative pediatricians and other healthcare professionals in the United States. The College was founded in 2002 by Dr. Joseph Zanga, in response to the American Academy of Pediatrics's support for LGBT par... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/American_College_of_Pediatricians | |
395158106f8362ff2e526f3c1d52f342b2c71bc5 | wikidoc | Amikacin warnings and precautions | Amikacin warnings and precautions
# Warnings
Aminoglycosides can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Aminoglycosides cross the placenta and there have been several reports of total irreversible, bilateral congenital deafness in children whose mothers received streptomycin during pregnancy. Although... | Amikacin warnings and precautions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Warnings
Aminoglycosides can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Aminoglycosides cross the placenta and there have been several reports of total irreversible, bilateral congenital deafness in children whose moth... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Amikacin_warnings_and_precautions | |
4493464e06200a0838fcf87718a625b1cb0fa579 | wikidoc | Amlodipine besylate and Valsartan | Amlodipine besylate and Valsartan
# 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 educationa... | Amlodipine besylate and Valsartan
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Deepika Beereddy, MBBS [2]
# 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/Amlodipine_besylate_and_Valsartan | |
9fa10959aad877de4a645b0187e8b9365dd15c03 | wikidoc | Amobarbital (patient information) | Amobarbital (patient information)
# Why this medication is prescribed
Amobarbital, a barbiturate, is used in the short-term treatment of insomnia to help you fall asleep and stay asleep through the night. It is also used as a sedative to relieve anxiety, including anxiety before surgery.
This medication is sometimes p... | Amobarbital (patient information)
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# Why this medication is prescribed
Amobarbital, a barbiturate, is used in the short-term treatment of insomnia to help you fall asleep and stay asleep through the night. It is also used as a sedative to relieve anxiety, including anxiety before surgery.
This med... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Amobarbital_(patient_information) | |
b801389bf473324282882da14338d6c4b84f7e8b | wikidoc | Amoxicillin clinical pharmacology | Amoxicillin clinical pharmacology
# Clinical Pharmacology
Amoxicillin is stable in the presence of gastric acid and is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. The effect of food on the absorption of amoxicillin from amoxicillin tablets and amoxicillin suspension has been partially investigated. The 400 mg and 875... | Amoxicillin clinical pharmacology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [2]
# Clinical Pharmacology
Amoxicillin is stable in the presence of gastric acid and is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. The effect of food on the absorption of amoxi... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Amoxicillin_clinical_pharmacology | |
208ed0b15993e4ae1ead43ef34c41a7e64e0dc88 | wikidoc | Amoxicillin indications and usage | Amoxicillin indications and usage
# Indications and Usage
Amoxicillin is indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible (ONLY β-lactamase-negative) strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below:
- Infections of the ear, nose, and throat - due to streptococcus spp. (α- and β-hemol... | Amoxicillin indications and usage
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Moubarak, M.D. [2]
# Indications and Usage
Amoxicillin is indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible (ONLY β-lactamase-negative) strains of the designated microorganisms in the... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Amoxicillin_indications_and_usage | |
c4406f7058017476e2ab4e0ceb7d03df9d0c90f9 | wikidoc | Ampicillin sulbactam microbiology | Ampicillin sulbactam microbiology
# Microbiology
Ampicillin is similar to benzyl penicillin in its bactericidal action against susceptible organisms during the stage of active multiplication. It acts through the inhibition of cell wall mucopeptide biosynthesis. Ampicillin has a broad spectrum of bactericidal activity ... | Ampicillin sulbactam microbiology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Microbiology
Ampicillin is similar to benzyl penicillin in its bactericidal action against susceptible organisms during the stage of active multiplication. It acts through the inhibition of cell wall mucopeptide biosynthesis. Ampic... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ampicillin_sulbactam_microbiology | |
7c0e86f22ce508be246d4b66706624105f0752b5 | wikidoc | Anastrozole (patient information) | Anastrozole (patient information)
# About your treatment
Your doctor has ordered anastrozole to help treat your illness. Anastrozole comes as a tablet to take by mouth.
This medication is used alone or with other treatments such as surgery or radiation to treat:
breast cancer in postmenopausal women (women who no long... | Anastrozole (patient information)
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# About your treatment
Your doctor has ordered anastrozole to help treat your illness. Anastrozole comes as a tablet to take by mouth.
This medication is used alone or with other treatments such as surgery or radiation to treat:
breast cancer in postmenopausal wo... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Anastrozole_(patient_information) | |
759e590c8a957c80656caee8353b32f8040acaab | wikidoc | Anencephaly (patient information) | Anencephaly (patient information)
For the WikiDoc page for this topic, click here
# Overview
Anencephaly is a condition that prevents the normal development of the brain and the bones of the skull. This condition results when a structure called the neural tube fails to close during the first few weeks of embryonic dev... | Anencephaly (patient information)
For the WikiDoc page for this topic, click here
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Anencephaly is a condition that prevents the normal development of the brain and the bones of the skull. This condition results when a structure called the neural tube fails ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Anencephaly_(patient_information) | |
d65fadccbbca1dd8c0ab2bd4c405fedbcf339e9a | wikidoc | Anesthesia of the brachial plexus | Anesthesia of the brachial plexus
The fact that the nerves of the brachial plexus are grouped together acts as a benefit as well. Local anesthetics such as lidocaine or bupivacaine can be injected in close proximity to these nerves, rendering an entire arm insensate and immobile. The process of injecting local anesthet... | Anesthesia of the brachial plexus
The fact that the nerves of the brachial plexus are grouped together acts as a benefit as well. Local anesthetics such as lidocaine or bupivacaine can be injected in close proximity to these nerves, rendering an entire arm insensate and immobile. The process of injecting local anesthe... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Anesthesia_of_the_brachial_plexus | |
32bbbe76cb2bce94aaa013906a9453cf5aa8c057 | wikidoc | Animal heme-dependent peroxidases | Animal heme-dependent peroxidases
Animal heme-dependent peroxidases is a family of peroxidases.
Peroxidases are found in bacteria, fungi, plants and animals. On the basis of sequence similarity, a number of animal haem peroxidases can be categorised as members of a superfamily: myeloperoxidase (MPO); eosinophil peroxid... | Animal heme-dependent peroxidases
Animal heme-dependent peroxidases is a family of peroxidases.
Peroxidases are found in bacteria, fungi, plants and animals. On the basis of sequence similarity, a number of animal haem peroxidases can be categorised as members of a superfamily: myeloperoxidase (MPO); eosinophil peroxi... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Animal_heme-dependent_peroxidases | |
e216bb490cf60187000558bbeda488d9b273960d | wikidoc | Anisindione (patient information) | Anisindione (patient information)
# IMPORTANT WARNING
Anisindione is no longer available in the U.S. If you are currently taking anisindione, you should call your doctor to discuss switching to another treatment.
# Why this medication is prescribed
Anisindione is used to prevent blood clots from forming or growing la... | Anisindione (patient information)
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# IMPORTANT WARNING
Anisindione is no longer available in the U.S. If you are currently taking anisindione, you should call your doctor to discuss switching to another treatment.
# Why this medication is prescribed
Anisindione is used to prevent blood clots from... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Anisindione_(patient_information) | |
56b332d1db575fe1eb2d0a4152bd64a2b75ee23f | wikidoc | Antenatal detection and diagnosis | Antenatal detection and diagnosis
# Overview
Before birth, an obstetric ultrasound scan may be used to screen pregnant women for signs of CHD in their unborn babies. This screening scan is often performed around 20 weeks of pregnancy when the fast moving structures of the fetal heart are large enough to be more easily... | Antenatal detection and diagnosis
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Priyamvada Singh, M.B.B.S. [2],Keri Shafer, M.D. [3], Atif Mohammad, M.D.; Assistant Editor(s)-In-Chief: Kristin Feeney, B.S. [4]
# Overview
Before birth, an obstetric ultrasound scan may be used to scr... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Antenatal_Detection_and_Diagnosis |
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