Introduction Paracetamol is a very frequently used pain medication. It can be purchased in small quantities in pharmacies even without a prescription. The following article will deal with the intake of paracetamol in the case of an existing alcohol consumption. In detail, interesting questions about the mode of action of paracetamol and the influence of … Paracetamol and alcohol – is it compatible?
Liver damage caused by paracetamol and alcohol The question often arises whether taking paracetamol while drinking alcohol at the same time is questionable. If paracetamol is used regularly, especially in high quantities, alcohol consumption should be avoided. Alcohol damages the liver. Many people know this, but there is one thing many people do not know: … Liver damage caused by paracetamol and alcohol | Paracetamol and alcohol – is it compatible?
Side effects of Paracetamol Paracetamol very rarely shows undesirable side effects when used responsibly and properly. Nevertheless, side effects can occur, as with any drug. Some side effects can be aggravated by the simultaneous consumption of alcohol. Paracetamol can cause damage to the liver. The risk is particularly high in people with liver diseases, such … Side effects of Paracetamol | Paracetamol and alcohol – is it compatible?
What is general anesthesia? General anesthesia is called general anesthesia. General anesthesia is a procedure in which the patient is put into an artificial deep sleep and the consciousness and many natural reactions of the body are switched off. Independent breathing is also suppressed so that the patient has to be artificially ventilated. In addition, … General anesthesia for a cold
General anesthesia in adults during a cold A cold typically includes coughing and rhinitis. Both affect the airways. In the case of a cold (rhinitis), the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract are inflamed and swell up, resulting in a blocked nose. As a general rule, general anesthesia is best performed on a healthy patient. … General anesthesia in adults during a cold | General anesthesia for a cold
General anesthesia for children during a cold General anesthesia is more often used in children than local anesthesia, as they often do not yet understand the circumstances and become restless in the unfamiliar situation. In principle, children have the same risks of a general anaesthetic as adults. However, the risk of complications affecting the respiratory … General anesthesia for children during a cold | General anesthesia for a cold
Introduction The term sedative includes various drugs that have a calming or activity-reducing effect on the body. Sedatives are also called sedatives (singular: sedative, from the Latin “sedare” = to calm down), hypnotics (sleeping pills), narcotics or tranquilizers (tension-relieving). Fields of application and effect Sedatives are used for the therapy of restlessness. This field of … Sedatives
Side effects and drug interactions The side effects of tranquilizers are manifold and each group of drugs has its own side effects. Therefore, the package insert of the drug should be studied carefully and the doctor or pharmacist should be consulted. In general, the side effects depend on the dose of the sedative taken and … Side effects and drug interactions | Sedatives
Preoperative sedatives The use of sedatives before an operation serves to relieve the patient’s anxiety and at the same time promotes his or her responsiveness and cooperation. For anxious or agitated patients, a light sedative can be administered the day before the operation so that the night before the operation is still calm. Then a … Preoperative sedatives | Sedatives
Introduction – How can medication influence the effectiveness of the pill? Interactions with other medications can weaken the contraceptive effect of the pill. Conversely, hormonal contraceptives (the Pill) can also alter, increase or weaken the effectiveness of drugs. Before taking a medicine, the prescribing doctor should be informed about the use of the pill. Whether … Which drugs influence the effect of the pill?
Medication without influence Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen belongs to the group of painkillers. However, ibuprofen is not known to interact with the pill. Paracetamol: No interactions with the pill are known for paracetamol. The effect of the pill does not appear to be diminished by the simultaneous intake of paracetamol to reduce pain and fever. VomexDiphenhydramine: Vomex … Medication without influence | Which drugs influence the effect of the pill?
Introduction General anesthesia is performed in thousands of clinics every day. With the help of newer drugs and their special combinations, it is possible to keep the risk of anaesthesia as low as possible. Nevertheless, every operation and general anesthesia is also associated with risks, side effects and anxiety. The most common side effects after … Side effects of general anesthesia
