Introduction Mescaline, also known as 3,4,5-trimethoxyphenethylamine, is a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in several species of cacti, most notably the Peyote cactus. It has a long history of use in traditional religious and spiritual ceremonies by indigenous peoples in the Americas. In recent years, mescaline has gained attention for its potential therapeutic uses and […]
Introduction Glutethimide is a medication that was primarily used as a sedative and hypnotic agent in the past. While it is no longer widely prescribed due to its potential for abuse and addiction, it is important to understand its uses and potential side effects for those who may still encounter it. Uses of Glutethimide Glutethimide
Gentamycin is a powerful antibiotic that is commonly used to treat various bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of antibiotics known as aminoglycosides, which are effective against a wide range of gram-negative and some gram-positive bacteria. How Does Gentamycin Work? Gentamycin works by inhibiting the production of proteins in bacteria, which is essential for
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Introduction Gentamycin is a commonly prescribed antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as aminoglycosides. It is primarily used to treat serious bacterial infections, particularly those caused by gram-negative bacteria. While gentamycin is an effective medication, it is important to be aware of the potential side effects, dangers, and complications that can arise
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Gentamycin is a powerful antibiotic that belongs to the aminoglycoside class of drugs. It is commonly used in the medical field to treat various bacterial infections. In this article, we will explore the uses and benefits of gentamycin, as well as some important considerations when using this medication. 1. Treatment of Infections: Gentamycin is primarily
Quantitative neuro muscular monitoring is a valuable tool in the field of healthcare that aids in assessing and managing patients’ neuromuscular function. It provides clinicians with crucial information about the strength and function of muscles, allowing for more accurate diagnoses and better treatment plans. This article will explore the various applications and benefits of quantitative
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Lantus is a long-acting insulin analogue also known as insulin glargine. Lantus use in ICU is described in detail here. Similar to human insulin, it is produced using recombinant DNA techniques. Insulin glargine substitutes glycine for asparagine at position A21 of the insulin molecule and adds two arginine molecules at position B30. The isoelectric point
Regular insulin should be administered intravenously and not subcutaneously in the intensive care unit (ICU). This is because the rate of subcutaneous absorption of insulin in intensive care unit is highly variable. Insulin absorption is slower with high insulin concentrations and in the typically high dose volumes that are often required to control blood glucose
Hyperglycemia and insulin resistance are common in critically ill patients even if they did not have diabetes before their illnesses. Hyperglycemia in the intensive care unit (ICU) setting has been shown to be associated with an increased mortality, and restoration of nor-moglycemia using intensive insulin therapy has decreased mortality for the following populations:myocardial infarction, burn,
For managing Diabetes in ICU, maintaining euglycemia (defined as glucose <110 mg/dL in intensive care unit settings and <180 mg/dL in non intensive care unit settings by American College of Endocrinology Consensus Guidelines) has been shown to greatly reduce morbidity and mortality. This has created a paradigm shift in the inpatient setting where the goal
