amantadine
Class Antiparkinson agent Amantadine Commonly Prescribed for (FDA approved in bold) Parkinson’s disease (PD) Drug-induced extrapyramidal reactions Influenza-A prophylaxis/treatment Post-encephalitic Parkinsonism Vascular Parkinsonism Fatigue in multiple sclerosis (MS) Enhancing arousal…
almotriptan
Class Triptan Almotriptan Commonly Prescribed for (FDA approved in bold) Migraine Almotriptan How the Drug Works Selective 5-HT1 receptor agonist, working predominantly at the B, D and F receptor subtypes….
Dermatology
Chapter 7 Dermatology In this chapter Background General overview of skin anatomy History taking Physical examination Hyperproliferative disorders Psoriasis Dandruff (pityriasis capitis) Seborrhoeic dermatitis Fungal skin infections Fungal nail infection…
Gastroenterology
Chapter 6 Gastroenterology In this chapter Background General overview of the anatomy of the GI tract History taking and physical exam Conditions affecting the oral cavity Mouth ulcers Oral thrush…
Respiratory system
Chapter 1 Respiratory system In this chapter Background General overview of the anatomy of the respiratory tract History taking and physical exam Cough The common cold Sore throats Rhinitis Self-assessment…
Paediatrics
Chapter 9 Paediatrics In this chapter Background History taking Head lice Threadworm (Enterobius vermicularis) Colic Atopic dermatitis Fever Infectious childhood conditions Nappy rash Self-assessment questions Background A number of conditions…
Women’s health
Chapter 5 Women’s health In this chapter Background History taking Cystitis Vaginal discharge Primary dysmenorrhoea (period pain) Premenstrual syndrome Heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) Self-assessment questions Background Women have unique healthcare…
Ophthalmology
Chapter 2 Ophthalmology In this chapter Background General overview of eye anatomy History taking and the eye exam The eye examination Red eye Eyelid disorders Dry eye (keratoconjunctivitis sicca) Self-assessment…
Central nervous system
Chapter 4 Central nervous system In this chapter Background General overview of CNS anatomy History taking Headache Insomnia Nausea and vomiting Self-assessment questions Background The number of patient requests for…
