What is guarana (Paullinia cupana)-oral, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Guarana is a natural herbal supplement. The exact mechanism of how guarana works is not known. Guarana contains more than 2.5% to 5% caffeine by weight. Caffeine is a stimulant and is most likely responsible for most of guarana's effects. There is …
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What brand names are available for astemizole? Hismanal
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What brand names are available for bromfenac? Duract
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What is cosyntropin-injectable, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Cosyntropin is a manufactured version of the body's natural adrenocorticotropin hormone (ACTH). ACTH is produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. It stimulates the adrenal gland to release steroids including hydrocortisone and cortisone, androgens, as well as aldosterone. Cosyntropin has the same activity as ACTH. The FDA approved …
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Malignant hyperthermia facts* *Malignant hyperthermia facts medical author: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD Malignant hyperthermia is a severe reaction to particular drugs that are often used during general anesthesia for surgery. Malignant hyperthermia occurs in 1 in 5,000 to 50,000 instances in which people are given anesthetic gases. Muscle rigidity, breakdown of muscle fibers (rhabdomyolysis), a high fever, increased acid levels …
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