Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, are a class of psychotropic drugs used as antidepressants. SSRIs modify the concentration in the brain of some neurotransmitters responsible for the regulation of mood (in particular by increasing that of serotonin) by blocking the main biological process of eliminating it from the synaptic vesicle (reuptake). They are therefore used …
We have several interesting mnemonics to remember the clinical features of Narcolepsy. CHAP: Narcolepsy is characterized by : Excessive daytime sleepiness (Associated with dozing off, or so-called “sleep attacks”) Hypnagogic hallucinations occurring when falling asleep (GOing to bed) Hypnopompic hallucinations occurring when waking up (POMPing out of bed) Cataplexy (emotionally triggered transient muscle weakness) Sleep paralysis (Inability to move for one …
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Azole antifungal agents prevent the synthesis of ergosterol, a major component of fungal plasma membranes, by inhibiting the cytochrome P-450-dependent enzyme lanosterol demethylase (also referred to as 14α-sterol demethylase or P-450DM). This enzyme also plays an important role in cholesterol synthesis in mammals. Exposure of fungi to an azole causes depletion of ergosterol and accumulation …
Beta blockers, also written β-blockers, are important for your exams. Here are some useful mnemonics to remember the beta-blockers. Beta-blockers site of action ( remember 1 heart , 2 lungs)Beta-1 = 1 heart Beta-2 = 2 lungs Adrenoceptors: vasomotor function of alpha vs. beta (remember ABCD): Alpha = Constrict. Beta = Dilate. Beta blockers: B1 selective …
Remember the clinical features and diagnostic criteria for Dysthymia using the mnemonic HE’S 2 SAD. HE’S 2 SAD Hope that mnemonic helped. Got a better mnemonic for the same? Let us know in the comments below.Also check out these medical mnemonics Mnemonic for Cullen’s Sign & Grey-Turner’s Sign in Pancreatitis SSRIS MNEMONICS Mnemonic for Signs …
Remember the signs and symptoms of Myocardial Infarction using the mnemonic PULSE. PULSE: Persistent chest pains Upset stomach Lightheadedness Shortness of breath Excessive sweating Hope that mnemonic helped. Got a better mnemonic for the same? Let us know in the comments below.Also check out these useful medical mnemonics. More Mnemonics to make your life easier …
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Remember the cardioselective betablockers using the easy mnemonic Betablockers Acting Exclusively At Myocardium: Betaxolol Acebutelol Esmolol Atenolol Metoprolol Hope that mnemonic helped. Got a better mnemonic for the same? Let us know in the comments below.Also check out these useful medical mnemonics. More Mnemonics to make your life easier 🙂 Amsler Grid – Types, Procedure of Testing and Clinical …
Remember the 4 C’s to remember the contraindications of Ipecac. Comatose Convulsing Corrosive hydrocarbon Hope that mnemonic helped. Got a better mnemonic for the same? Let us know in the comments below.Also check out these useful medical mnemonics. More Mnemonics to make your life easier 🙂 Divisions and Subdivisions of The Diencephalon Mnemonics for Causes …
Use the mnemonic LMNOP to remember the acute management of Left ventricular failure (LVF). Lasix (furosemide) Morphine (diamorphine) Nitrates Oxygen (sit patient up) Pulmonary ventilation (if doing badly) Hope that mnemonic helped. Got a better mnemonic for the same? Let us know in the comments below.Also check out these useful medical mnemonics. More Mnemonics to …
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How to remember the three different types of GAIN in psychiatry. Use this super useful mnemonic. Primary: patient’s psyche improved Secondary: symptom sympathy for patient Tertiary: therapist’s gain Hope that mnemonic helped. Got a better mnemonic for the same? Let us know in the comments below.Also check out these useful medical mnemonics. More Mnemonics to make your life easier 🙂 …
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