Encyclopedia - Celecoxib: Encyclopedia - Celecoxib
Celecoxib Celecoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, acu...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeinone: Encyclopedia - Codeinone
Codeinone is a strong opioid. It is an intermediary substance in the syntheses of semi-synthetic opioids, e.g. naloxone and naltrexone an...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Celecoxib: Encyclopedia Ii - Celecoxib - Adverse Effects
Main article: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug Aside from the incidence of gastric ulceration, celecoxib exhibits a similar adverse d...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Celecoxib: Encyclopedia - Celecoxib
Celecoxib Celecoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, acu...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Alfentanil: Encyclopedia - Alfentanil
Alfentanil (Alfenta) is a parenteral short-acting opioid painkiller, used for anaesthesia in surgery. While it gives less cardiovascular ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cox-2 Inhibitor: Encyclopedia - Cox-2 Inhibitor
COX-2 selective inhibitor is a form of NSAID that directly targets COX-2, an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain. Selectivity fo...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Analgesic: Encyclopedia - Analgesic
An analgesic (colloquially known as painkiller) is any member of the diverse group of drugs used to relieve pain and to achieve analgesia...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Carfentanil: Encyclopedia - Carfentanil
Carfentanil Carfentanil, also Carfentanyl, is an analogue of the popular opioid Fentanyl, and is one of the most potent opioids known (a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia - Codeine
Codeine Codeine (INN) or methylmorphine is an opioid used for its analgesic, antitussive and antidiarrheal properties. It is marketed as...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Analgesic: Encyclopedia - Analgesic
An analgesic (colloquially known as painkiller) is any member of the diverse group of drugs used to relieve pain and to achieve analgesia...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tylenol: Encyclopedia - Tylenol
Tylenol (paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen) is a popular American brand of pain reliever and fever reducer, sold by Johnson & ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Carfentanil: Encyclopedia - Carfentanil
Carfentanil Carfentanil, also Carfentanyl, is an analogue of the popular opioid Fentanyl, and is one of the most potent opioids known (a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Atc Code L01: Encyclopedia Ii - Atc Code L01 - L01a Alkylating Agents
ATC code L01 - L01AA Nitrogen mustard analogues. L01AA01 Cyclophosphamide L01AA02 Chlorambucil L01AA03 Melphalan L01AA05 Chlormethine ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rofecoxib: Encyclopedia Ii - Rofecoxib - Cox-2 Selective Inhibitor
Rofecoxib belongs to the group of NSAIDs known as COX-2 selective inhibitors or coxibs (CycloOXygenase-2 InhiBitors). Being COX-2 selecti...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hydromorphone: Encyclopedia Ii - Hydromorphone - Details
Hydromorphone, a semi-synthetic μ-opioid agonist, is a hydrogenated ketone of morphine and shares the pharmacologic properties typical o...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Oxycodone: Encyclopedia Ii - Oxycodone - Medical Use
Oxycodone is one of the most powerful medications for pain control that can be taken orally. Percocet tablets (oxycodone with acetaminoph...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Diclofenac: Encyclopedia Ii - Diclofenac - Mechanism Of Action
The exact mechanism of action is not entirely known, but it is thought that the primary mechanism responsible for its anti-inflammatory/a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Recreational Use
Codeine is often used as a recreational drug. This may be due to its easy availability over-the-counter or on prescription in combination...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Piroxicam: Encyclopedia Ii - Piroxicam - Mechanism Of Action
Piroxicam is an NSAID and, as such, is a non-selective COX inhibitor. Main article: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ... See also:P...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Analgesic: Encyclopedia Ii - Analgesic - The Major Classes
Analgesic - Paracetamol and NSAIDs. The exact mechanism of action of paracetamol is uncertain, but it appears to be acting centrally. A...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug: Encyclopedia Ii - Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug - Adverse Effects
The widespread use of NSAIDs has meant that the adverse effects of these relatively safe drugs have become increasingly prevalent. The tw...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Meloxicam: Encyclopedia Ii - Meloxicam - Mechanism Of Action
Meloxicam is an NSAID and, as such is a cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor. It is generally marketed under the name MOBIC. Meloxicam has been...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Remifentanil: Encyclopedia Ii - Remifentanil - Metabolism
Unlike other synthetic opioids, its clearance is dependent on non-specific plasma esterases. This means that accumulation does not occur ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pethidine: Encyclopedia Ii - Pethidine - Mode Of Action
Main article: opioid Pethidine has effects similar to morphine, but has very little effect on cough or diarrhea. It also tends to cause r...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Heroin: Encyclopedia Ii - Heroin - Production And Trafficking
Heroin - Manufacturing. Heroin is produced for the black market through opium refinement processes. Unlike drugs such as LSD, the produ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Indications
Approved indications for codeine include: Cough, though its efficacy has been disputed (Schroeder & Fahey, 2001) Diarrhea Mild to mo...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Atc Code L01: Encyclopedia Ii - Atc Code L01 - L01d Cytotoxic Antibiotics And Related Substances
ATC code L01 - L01DA Actinomycines. L01DA01 Dactinomycin ATC code L01 - L01DB Anthracyclines and related substances. L01DB01 Doxor...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug: Encyclopedia Ii - Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug - Uses
NSAIDs are usually indicated for the treatment of acute or chronic conditions where pain and inflammation are present. Research continues...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rofecoxib: Encyclopedia Ii - Rofecoxib - Adverse Drug Reactions
Main article: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug Aside from the reduced incidence of gastric ulceration, rofecoxib exhibits a similar a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug: Encyclopedia Ii - Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug - Examples
NSAIDs can be broadly classified based on their chemical structure. NSAIDs within a group will tend to have similar characteristics and t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Atc Code L01: Encyclopedia Ii - Atc Code L01 - L01c Plant Alkaloids And Other Natural Products
ATC code L01 - L01CA Vinca alkaloids and analogues. L01CA01 Vinblastine L01CA02 Vincristine L01CA03 Vindesine L01CA04 Vinorelbine AT...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Atc Code L01: Encyclopedia Ii - Atc Code L01 - L01b Antimetabolites
ATC code L01 - L01BA Folic acid analogues. L01BA01 Methotrexate L01BA03 Raltitrexed L01BA04 Pemetrexed ATC code L01 - L01BB Purine a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rofecoxib: Encyclopedia Ii - Rofecoxib - Adverse Drug Reactions
Aside from the reduced incidence of gastric ulceration, rofecoxib exhibits a similar adverse effect profile to other NSAIDs. Main article...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Diclofenac: Encyclopedia Ii - Diclofenac - Common Uses
Diclofenac is used for musculoskeletal complaints, especially arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, spondylarthritis, ankylosi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Adverse Effects
Common adverse drug reactions (ADRs) associated with the use of codeine include: Itching, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dry mouth, miosis...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pethidine: Encyclopedia Ii - Pethidine - Interactions
Pethidine interacts with a number of other medications, including muscle relaxants, antidepressants, benzodiazepines, and alcohol. It is ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Pharmacokinetics
Codeine is considered a prodrug, since it is metabolised in vivo to the principal active analgesic agent morphine. It is, however, less p...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Controlled Substance
In the United States, codeine is regulated by the Controlled Substances Act. It is a Schedule II controlled substance for pain-relief pro...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Analgesic: Encyclopedia Ii - Analgesic - Specific Forms And Uses
Analgesic - Combinations. Analgesics are frequently used in combination, such as the paracetamol and codeine preparations found in many...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Heroin: Encyclopedia Ii - Heroin - History
Heroin was first synthesized in 1874 by C.R. Alder Wright, a British chemist working at St. Mary's Hospital Medical School, London. He ha...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Heroin: Encyclopedia Ii - Heroin - Usage And Effects
Recreational uses: Euphoria Relaxation Other uses: Pain relief Cough suppressant anti-diarrheal Alcohol Barbiturates Stimulants Othe...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Diclofenac: Encyclopedia Ii - Diclofenac - Off Label/investigational Uses
Diclofenac is often used to treat chronic pain associated with cancer, particular if inflammation is also present (Step I of the World He...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Heroin: Encyclopedia Ii - Heroin - Drug Interactions
Opiates are strong central nervous system depressants, but regular users develop physiological tolerance allowing gradually increased dos...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Heroin: Encyclopedia Ii - Heroin - Withdrawal
The withdrawal syndrome from heroin (or any other short-acting opioid) can begin within 6 hours of discontinuation of sustained use of th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Heroin: Encyclopedia Ii - Heroin - Risks Of Non-medical Abuse Of Heroin
Many countries and local governments have instituted programs to supply sterile needles to people who inject illegal drugs in order to re...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Diclofenac: Encyclopedia Ii - Diclofenac - Animal Toxicity And Human Overdose
The oral LD50 of diclofenac sodium is 55-240, 500, and 3200 mg/kg in rats, dogs, and monkeys, respectively. In humans the acute fatal dos...   » Read the article