Understanding what ADH (-pressin drugs) and Oxytocin may be used for pharmacologically.
White Blood Cell Deficiency
A look at how filgrastim (Neupogen) works to help chemotherapy patients WBC count.
Normochromic Normocytic Anemia
A detailed look at normochromic normocytic anemia.
B12 Deficiency
A detailed look at B12 deficiency, aka cyanocobalamin deficiency and pernicious anemia.
Folic Acid Deficiency
A detailed look at folic acid deficiency, its interactions and therapy.
Oral Hypoglycemic Agents
Treatment for Non-Insulin DM / Type 2 / Adult onset diabetes.
Heparin
How heparin is used as an anticoagulant and with a heparin flush.
Intro to Anticoagulants and Thrombolytics
A quick refresher on the physiology behind the coagulation cascade and the difference between antiplatelets, anticoagulants and thrombolytics.
Fenofibrate (Tricor)
A quick look at fenofibrate for lowering cholesterol.
Androgens
Produced in testes, adrenals, and ovaries Regulated by LH Promotes growth Regulates reproductive organs Spermatogenesis Closes epiphyseal plate Anabolic Properties of Androgens Increase muscle mass Increase nitrogen balance Increase production of RBC’s Therapeutic Use Hypogonadism Promote anabolism in chronic debilitating diseases Treatment of Anemia Treatment of estrogen induced cancers Side Effects Masculinization in females – […]