Pharmacology

Penicillins - Infectious Diseases Classify Penicillins According To Their Antibacterial Spectrum. Mention The Therapeutic Uses And Adverse Effects Of Penicillin­G. Answer: Classification Of Penicillin According To Its Antibacterial SpectrumHemophilia and Blood Coagulation Treatment Narrow spectrum: Penicillin G Extended-spectrum penicillin or semi-synthetic … [Read more...] about Penicillins – Infectious Diseases

Prophylactic Uses Of Benzyl Penicillin Question 1. Classify Beta-Lactam Antibiotics. Describe Penicillin Under The Following Headings: Mechanism Of Action Antimicrobial Spectrum Answer: Classification Of Beta-Lactam Antibiotics Beta-lactam antibiotics consist of penicillins, cephalosporins, carbapenems, and monobactams. They all have β-lactam ring in their … [Read more...] about Prophylactic Uses Of Benzyl Penicillin

Adverse Effects Of Cephalosporins Question 1. Describe The Adverse Effects Of Cephalosporins. Answer: Adverse Effects Of Cephalosporins Hypersensitivity: Allergic reactions are more commonly present. Allergies are present in the form of skin rashes, urticaria, and rarely anaphylaxis. Gastrointestinal disturbances, i.e., diarrhea, vomiting, and anorexia … [Read more...] about Adverse Effects Of Cephalosporins

Causes Of Potassium Diuretics Question 1. Write The Basic Use Of Potassium Sparing Diuretics In Congestive Heart Failure. Answer: The potassium diuretics cause: Decrease preload and improve ventricular efficiency by reducing circulating volume. Remove peripheral edema and pulmonary congestion. IV furosemide promptly increases the systemic venous capacitance and … [Read more...] about Causes Of Potassium Diuretics

Atrial Fibrillation Explain why digoxin is given in atrial fibrillation. Answer: Atrial fibrillation is a condition in which the heart rate is more than 350 beats per minute. The high number of impulses generated in the atria is transmitted to the ventricles resulting in an increase in ventricular rate. At such high rates, the ventricles do not get the time to … [Read more...] about Atrial Fibrillation