EMERGENCY DRUGS

EMERGENCY DRUGS

NALBUPHINE •

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is a synthetic opioid used commercially as an analgesic Nalbuphine is indicated for the relief of moderate to severe pain. It can also be used as a supplement to balanced anesthesia, for preoperative and postoperative analgesia, and for obstetrical analgesia during labor and delivery.

DICLOFENAC •

Nalbuphine is indicated for the relief of moderate to severe pain. It can also be used as a supplement to balanced anesthesia, for preoperative and postoperative analgesia, and for obstetrical analgesia during labor and delivery.

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Diclofenac is used for musculoskeletal complaints, especially arthritis, arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, polymyositis,dermatomyositis polymyositis ,dermatomyositis , osteoarthritis, dental pain, TMJ, TMJ, spondylarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis , gout attacks,and pain management in cases of  kidney stones and gallstones. gallstones . An additional indication is the treatment of acute migraines.

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Diclofenac is used commonly to treat mild to moderate post-operative or post-traumatic pain, particularly when inflammation is also present, and is effective against menstrual pain and endometriosis.

KETOROLAC •

is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) in the family of  heterocyclic heterocyclic acetic acid derivative, derivative , often used as an analgesic, analgesic , antipyretic (fever reducer), and anti-inflammatory anti-inflammatory.. Ketorolac acts by inhibiting the bodily synthesis of  prostaglandins.

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Ketorolac is indicated for short-term management of moderate to severe postoperative pain. Concerns about the high incidence of reported side effects led to restriction in its dosage and maximum duration of  use.

NICARDIPINE •

is a medication used to treat high blood pressure andangina andangina.. It belongs to the class of  calcium channel blockers.

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Nicardipine is a dihydropyridine calcium-channel blocking agent used for the treatment of vascular disorders such as chronic stable angina, hypertension, and Raynaud's phenomenon. phenomenon. It is available in oral and intravenous formulations.

FUROSEMIDE •

is a loop diuretic used in the treatment of congestive heart failure and edema. edema. It is most commonly marketed by Sanofi-Aventis under the brand name Lasix. It has also been used to prevent thoroughbred and standardbred race horses from bleeding through the nose during races.

HYDRALAZINE •

is a direct-acting smooth muscle relaxant used to treat hypertension by acting as a vasodilator primarily in arteries and arterioles. arterioles . By relaxing vascular smooth muscle, muscle, vasodilators act to decrease peripheral resistance, thereby lowering blood pressure and decreasing afterload.

EPINEPHRINE

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is a hormone and neurotransmitter. It increases heart rate, contracts blood vessels, dilates air passages and participates in the fight-or-flight response of the sympathetic nervous system.

METHERGIN •

was originally developed for the treatment of postpartum bleeding and for improvement in the uterine tone. It is related to the ergot amine medications. In addition to its effects on the uterus, Methergine also causes constriction of the smooth muscles in the blood vessels.

OXYTOCIN •

Oxytocin is best known for roles in female reproduction: 1) it is released in large amounts after distension of the cervix and uterus during labor, and 2) after stimulation of the nipples, facilitating birth and breastfeeding.

DOBUTAMINE •

is a sympathomimetic drug used in the treatment of  heart failure and cardiogenic shock. Its primary mechanism is direct stimulation of  β1 receptors of the sympathetic nervous system.

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Dobutamine is used to treat acute but potentially reversible heart failure, such as which occurs during cardiac surgery or in cases of  septic or cardiogenic shock, on the basis of its positiveinotropic action.

DOPAMINE •

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used in various forms to treat Parkinson's disease and dopa-responsive dystonia. Dopamine also has effects when administered through an IV line outside the central nervous system. The brand name of this preparation is known as Intropin.

ISOKET •

angina attacks. Prevention of 

HYDROCORTISONE •

is a steroid hormone or glucocorticoid produced by the adrenal gland. It is released in response to stress, and to a low level of blood glucocorticoids. Its primary functions are to increase blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, suppress the immune system, and aid in fat, protein, and carbohydrate metabolism. It also decreases bone formation. Various synthetic forms of cortisol are used to treat a variety of different illnesses.

AMINOPHILLINE •

Aminophylline is also a treatment option for anaphylactic shock.

MAGNESIUM SULFATE •

Oral magnesium sulfate is commonly used as a saline laxative. Epsom salt is also available in a gel form for topical application in treating aches and pains.

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