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What has the author C J Hull written?
C. J. Hull has written: 'Pharmacokinetics for anaesthesia' -- subject(s): Analgesics, Anesthetics, Pharmacokinetics
What is the purpose of opioid analgesics?
Opioid analgesics are used to relieve pain from a variety of conditions. Some are used before or during surgery (including dental surgery) both to relieve pain and to make anesthetics work more effectively.
What are difference between analgesic to antipyretic?
analgesics reliefs pain while antipyretics reliefs fever
Which type of drugs work by stopping the transmission of pain impulses to the brain and spinal cord or by preventing the perception of pain?
non-narcotic
What drugs does wasabi interact with?
wasabi has possible interactions with anti-inflammatory analgesics, anesthetics, thyroid medications, corticosteroids, diuretics, and high blood pressure medications.
What is the benefit of using antianxiety drugs before surgery?
They offer the combined benefits of relaxing the patient, and reducing the need for other agents including analgesics , anesthetics, and muscle relaxants.
What is the difference between centrally and peripherally acting analgesics?
Centrally acting analgesics work in the central nervous system to block pain signals, while peripherally acting analgesics work at the site of pain to reduce inflammation and block pain signals. Central analgesics include opioids like morphine, while peripheral analgesics include NSAIDs like ibuprofen.
What are Opioid analgesics used for?
to relieve pain from a variety of conditions. Some are used before or during surgery (including dental surgery), both to relieve pain and to make anesthetics work more effectively
What is the difference between narcotic and nonnarcotic analgesics?
Narcotic analgesics use a narcotic (usually an opiod) to relieve pain, they are more effective at removing pain, but they can cause pretty drastic dependency and have high potential for abuse. Non-Narcotic analgesics go through other pathways, they do not pose much risk for abuse, but they are typically not as effective especially for acute pain.
What are topical analgesics?
Analgesics are medicines that relieve pain.Topical analgesics (topical being those that are applied on the skin)
Are are anesthetics and anesthesia the same thing?
Anesthetics are used during anesthesia. There are many different anesthetics used, the most common being Propofol.
What is the difference between narcotics and analgestics?
Narcotics are a specific class of drugs that have a sedative effect on the body and can cause dependence, while analgesics are a broader category of drugs that relieve pain. Analgesics can include non-narcotic options like acetaminophen or NSAIDs, in addition to narcotics like opioids.
