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Psychomotor Effects of Mexazolam vs. Placebo
Mexazolam is a 10-chloro-11b-(2-chlorophenyl)-2,3,7,11b-tetrahydro-3-methyloxazolo [3,2-d] benzodiazepine-6(5H)-one.
How to Clean Magnesium Chloride From Leather Boots
Magnesium chloride is a form of deicing salt used in the winter to make roads and sidewalks safer. Magnesium chloride is an attractive alternative to traditional sodium chloride deicer because it is safe for waterways and does not corrode concrete as badly. However, magnesium chloride is a salt and
Community Pharmacists Preventing Hospital Readmissions
Can direct patient care by community pharmacists decrease health care costs?
Istin Side Effects
The British Heart Foundation reports that approximately 96,000 residents in the United Kingdom suffer from angina, a condition caused by reduced blood flow to the rear that results in chest pain. Untreated, angina often leads to serious cardiovascular complications, including heart attack. There are
Psychological Effects of Prescribed Lithium
The symptoms experienced by individuals who have bipolar disorder can be debilitating to the point where normal daily functioning is greatly impaired. Individuals diagnosed with unipolar disorder also are handicapped by the psychological symptoms that accompany it. Prescribed lithium has shown to be
An Experiment to Show Kerosene Combustion
Kerosene is a fossil fuel made by distilling petroleum. It is used primarily to make two widely divergent products, jet fuel and fuel for home lamps and heaters, although it has several industrial uses as well. An interesting science project compares the heat generated by several fuels, and how long
Moxifloxacin in Patients With Sinusitis
This study suggests Moxifloxacin is a very effective and safe treatment for patients with acute sinusitis because of rapid symptom improvement and good tolerability.
Protein Isolate vs. Protein Concentrate
Once a supplement used only by bodybuilders, whey protein is now recognized as a healthy addition to anyone's diet. With so many products available, it becomes a challenge to purchase the right kind for your needs. Whey protein isolate (WPI) and whey protein concentrate (WPC) possess slightly differ
Chia Seeds and Diarrhea
Diarrhea is defined as "excessive watery evacuations of fecal matter," but can be easily alleviated by consuming the chia seed. The water-absorbing properties of the chia seed make it an excellent remedy for diarrhea. Other uses include as an energy booster and treatment for constipation and other i
Solu-Medrol Side Effects
Solu-Medrol is a methylprednisolone administered by injection by health care professionals for treating those with severe allergic reactions. The drug is also used in managing the symptoms of multiple sclerosis to reduce inflammation in the central nervous system.
How to Use Soy Isoflavones
Isoflavones are natural plant hormones found in soybeans and contribute to your health in a number of ways -- particularly for those in middle age and the elderly -- such as reducing the risk of heart disease and all types of cancer, reducing menopause symptoms, guarding against prostate problems, a
The Effects of Binding Agents on Flow Properties
Flow is one of the important powder properties in tablet manufacture. A powder that does not flow well through the hopper results in an uneven distribution of the active ingredient in individual tablets. This poses content uniformity problems and may result in underdosing or overdosing when patients
Recommended Usage for Modifilan
Modifilan, a nutritional supplement containing the brown seaweed Laminaria japonica, is advertised for use in the treatment of multiple problems including obesity, thyroid issues, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease and cancer. However, none of these health claims are supported by the FDA.
What Vegetables or Grains Contain B12?
Vitamin B12 is a necessary nutrient used for bodily processes such as blood cell formation and brain function. The vitamin is found in meat products; other animal products, like milk and cheese; and in fortified grain products. Vegetables, however, are not a good source of vitamin B12....
How to Treat Cradle Cap With Vitamin B6 and Vegetable Oil
Cradle cap is a yellowish, greasy, patchy, scaly and crusty skin rash that can occur on the scalps of babies. Not an infection, it usually occurs within the first three months. Causes include overactive sebaceous glands from the mother's hormones that still exist in the baby's circulation, or low l
How to Use Black Print Only on an Officejet Pro L7680
When purchasing ink cartridges for your printer, you want to save money and purchase only those you need. One way to save money with your at-home printer is to print in black and white, saving you from purchasing pricey colored cartridges. Printing in black is especially useful when making copies or
Prepharmacy Predictors of Success in Pharmacy School
Good admissions decisions are essential for identifying successful students and good practitioners.
Alternative to Singulair
Anti-inflammatory drugs are used to prevent asthma symptoms and include inhaled corticosteroids, leukotriene inhibitors, systemic systemic corticosteroids and anticholinergic drugs. Singulair is a popular medication that is suitable for long-term treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis. Although p
How to Prevent Constipation From Taking Iron Supplements
Iron supplements are commonly recommended to combat anemia. Unfortunately, taking iron can cause complications such as constipation. Signs of constipation include infrequent bowel movements or hard stools. If left untreated, constipation can bring on other problems like gas and bloating. However, th