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    Additionally GLPP-1 receptor agonist treatment has shown reduction in the occurrences of hypoglycemia when chosen as a mode of treatment. Clinical trials were extensively conducted for about 84 weeks. In Comparison with Insulin Glargine, Exenatide QW lowered A1C level significantly…

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    Opioids Research Paper

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    Opioids Definition and Classification 1. Definition It is important to distinguish between opium, opiate and opioid. According to Vallejo et al. (2011, page E343), opium is a natural extract from the opium poppy, whereas opiates and opioids are its derivatives. Natural alkaloids derived of opium are generally called opiates, whereas opioids (opium-like) can be either natural or synthetic. The most common known opioids are morphine, codeine, fentanyl, hydrocodone, oxycodone, etc. (Vallejo et al.,…

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    Cocaine Substitution

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    treatment not only reduces the compulsive use of these addictive substances, but also diminishes the associated negative medical and social concomitants, such as infections, a disruptive life style, and involvement in criminal activities. Substitution or agonist treatment reduces patients’ need to chase the abused drugs and eases the access to psychosocial intervention and social integration. Treatment of substance use disorder has advanced substantially in the last few decades. Psychosocial…

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    The Dopaminergic System

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    Likewise, the administration of a NE precursor, and noradrenergic receptor antagonists and agonists will achieve the same effect. Restored noradrenergic function will facilitate functional improvements in the DA system. Therefore, results from the current study will likely provide new insights into the correlation between these transcription factor…

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    Case Study: COPD

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    They are also used for short and long term relief of certain symptoms that come with COPD. ” Studies show that inhaled beta2-agonists are effective in treating symptoms of COPD and improving lung function as measured by tests (spirometry). They also reduce the number of COPD exacerbations (Celli, 2008). The preferred use of β2 agonists are through inhalation because they cause the smooth muscle relaxation. “Long-acting bronchodilators are preferred over short-acting ones because…

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    Nalbuphine : An autoradiographic opioid receptor binding profile in the central nervous system of an agonist/antagonist analgesic. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 1988;244:391-402. 10. Fournier R , Gamulin Z , Macksay M, Van Gessel E. Intrathecal morphine versus nalbuphine for post operative pain relief after total hip replacement. Anaesthesiology. 1998;89;867. 11…

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    treatment of hypertension. The dilemmas involved in treating hypertension caused by dexmedetomidine are discussed. Key words : Dexmedetomidine, Hypertension, Sedation. Introduction Dexmedetomidine, a highly selective centrally acting α2 adrenoceptor agonist…

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    Bronchitis Case Study

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    case it should be efficient because it helps open and relax air passages and makes it easier to breath. And B2 agonist is a shorter acting bronchodilator used for first defensive inhaler. You use B2 agonist first to open up the airways and then administer with Theophylline tablet to keep the airways open. Both are bronchodilators but theophylline is given if the first one, B2 agonist prescribed has not worked effectively on the patient. Bronchodilator therapy is given to reverse airway…

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    Prostate Cancer Case Study

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    For 10 years the patient was in stage 1 of diabetes mellitus and was treated with only an AMPK agonist, which simulated exercises effects and independently brought glucose into cells without insulin’s effects. Stage 1 is where the patient has insulin resistance/tolerance, but still functional beta cells, which produce increasing amounts of insulin…

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    The quote “pain is weakness leaving the body”; can be traced to the Marine Corps. This motivational quote is often used to inspire marines to endure painful stimuli. But what is pain? Pain is a neurological response to stressful stimuli, such as an illness or injury. It can manifest in one of two ways: chronic or acute pain. Chronic pain is persistent pain that can last for years. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, and the National Institutes of Health,…

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