Analgesic

Introduction Thin-layer chromatography, otherwise referred to as TLC, is a fast and inexpensive way to determine the amount of components in a solution or to identify an unknown compound. The principal behind TLC is when different compounds are placed on silica gel or alumina, (stationary phases) they will travel different distances when eluted with the proper solvent. According to ChemistryGuide, this is because the more polar compound has a stronger interaction with the silica gel due to its…

is even a scarier process. “The drug is in a class of medications called opioid analgesics; they work by changing the way your brain and nervous system respond to pain.”Symptoms of Oxycodone withdrawal include: “Flu-like symptoms, Anxiety, Depression, Nausea and vomiting, Fever, Bone and muscle pain, Panic attacks, Insomnia, Weakness, Sweating and chills.” The drug is in a class of medications called opioid analgesics; they work by changing the way your brain and nervous system respond to pain.…

stronger doses of powerful analgesics such as opioids to control a patient’s pain level. However, with the recent epidemic sweeping through the nation regarding opioids, it is important that alternative pain management measures are examined and performed by all the staff. Alternative therapies help reduce anxiety and promote recovery. Patients are often worried about becoming addicted to opioids prescribed for their pain. In addition, some side effects of these powerful analgesics also…

assessment and analgesia. I got a lot of detailed information about signs of pain both in small animal, large animal and in pocket type pets. Even when an animal is receiving analgesics, they should be still assessed in pain management often. According to Thomas, Lerche & McKelvey (2011), “Pain assessment scores will decrease if analgesic therapy is effective.” Working in a research facility, I have to assess animals daily for signs of pain. By showing the study directors I can recognize and…

Introduction The purpose of experiment was to identify an unknown analgesic drug using thin-layer chromatography (TLC). Using the thin-layer chromatography to determine the composition of the Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine and Salicylamide, then compared with unknown analgesics. Experiment Scheme Acetaminophen Aspirin Caffeine Salicylamide C8H9NO C9H8O4 C8H10N C7H7NO Figure 1. The Chemical structure of Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine…

Paracetamol is one of the world’s most beneficial and resourceful analgesic and is widely used in present day. An analgesic, can be defined, as a chemical compound that relieves pain, reduces fever and inflammation. It works by hindering the enzyme cyclooxygenase which acts a catalyst to convert fatty acids to prostaglandins. Prostaglandins cause pain and inflammation to peripheral and central points in the nervous system2. Paracetamol, or Acetaminophen is created by the synthesis and…

has been reported to exert neuroprotective actions against Alzheimer’s disease, cerebral ischemia, and Parkinson’s disease in experimental models (Liu, et al.,2006; Guo, et al.,2012; Zhang, et al.,2015). However, no reports have been published on analgesic properties of PF in neuropathic…

The use of alternative or complimentary therapies is a relatively new practice in western medicine. In recent years, alternative therapies have started to grow in use and popularity. Because of this growth, a new interest in studying the scientific effectiveness of alternative therapies and western medicine. One of the recent evidence based research studies in alternative therapy is the use of acupuncture in obstetric patients going through labor. The article, Effects of Noninvasive…

such as ibuprofen may increase that risk. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by patient’s physician to safely use both medications. Along with opioid dosing, what adjuvant would you utilize and why? Ketamine is a sedative/analgesic that is a noncompetitive antagonist at the NMDA receptor, it…

• Analgesics – i.e. Co-codamol, Codeine, or Paracetamol to treat and prevent pain. Codeine, used for pain relief, (i.e., head-aches) common side effects can be; light-headedness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, and sedation. Codeine can also cause allergic reactions, symptoms of which include constipation, abdominal pain, rash and itching. Addiction to these, Irritation of the stomach, liver damage and sleep disturbances as some analgesics contain caffeine, if taken over a…