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Primarily: Epinephrine (also known as Adrenaline or Adrenalin)
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What is the medical term meaning deathly allergic?
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction. The related adjective is "anaphylactic," but this isn't used to describe the person (i.e. you wouldn't write "She's anaphylactic for tree nuts.") Instead, it's used to describe the reaction ("She had an anaphylactic reaction to tree nuts.")
What is an antileprotic?
An antileprotic is a drug which is used to counteract leprosy.
What is antileprotic?
An antileprotic is a drug which is used to counteract leprosy.
How common is anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock is very common. It is the typical allergic reaction that people have when they come in any kind of contact with an allergen. Usually, they have difficulty breathing, parts or all their body starts to swell up,... They usually have an Epipen or a Twinject on them and they contain epinephrine, a drug used for anaphylactic shock.
Why is penicillin rarely prescribed today?
Penicillin is rarely used now a days. It is because it can cause anaphylactic reaction in few patients. Patient can die instantly out of this reaction. Even a test dose can lead to the death of the patient. Patient becomes unconscious in seconds. Patient gets severe spasm of the tracheobronchial tree and the blood pressure falls down. Pulse may not be felt at all. Nobody will like to take the risk of anaphylactic reaction of the penicillin. Never the less penicillin is still the life saving drug.
Neutron moderation is used to counteract what?
the minimal chance that newly formed neutrons of a fission reaction are absorbed by more atoms. (apex)
What is neutron moderation used to counteract against?
the minimal chance that newly formed neutrons of a fission reaction are absorbed by more atoms. (apex)
What is the treatment if you have had anaphylactic reaction to Prednisone and benadryl?
Anaphylactic reactions to prednisone and Benadryl aren't common, but both are possible. In the case that true anaphylaxis is occurring, epinephrine is given followed by oxygen. This is usually followed by the administration of steroids and antihistamines. If a person is allergic to both prednisone and Benadryl, supportive measures and alternative medications can be used.
What are the three qualities used when classifying a drug as a medicine?
They can help cure, prevent, or treat ilnesses
Household material can be used to counteract hyperacidity?
tite
What is an antiloimic?
An antiloimic is a remedy used to counteract the plague.
What electrolyte is used to counteract digoxin?
Potassium
