Respiratory system
Reduction in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol Dose (mg/day) 5 10 20 40 80 Atorvastatin – 37%1 43%2 49%2 55%2 Fluvastatin – – 21%3 27%3 33%1 Pravastatin – 20%3 24%3 29%3 –…
Musculoskeletal and joint diseases
Injection, ascorbic acid 100 mg/mL. Net price 5-mL amp = £4.39 Available from UCB Pharma 9.6.4 Vitamin D Note The term Vitamin D is used for a range of compounds which possess…
Gastro-intestinal system
Transdermal preparations of fentanyl and buprenorphine are available (section 4.7.2 ); they are not suitable for acute pain or in patients whose analgesic requirements are changing rapidly because the long time…
Endocrine system
Tablets, diloxanide furoate 500 mg, net price 30-tab pack = £93.50. Label: 9 METRONIDAZOLE Indications see under Dose below; anaerobic infections, section 5.1.11 Cautions section 5.1.11 Hepatic impairment section 5.1.11…
Infections
Tablets, f/c, varenicline (as tartrate) 500 micrograms (white), net price 56-tab pack = £54.60; 1 mg (blue) 28-tab pack = £27.30, 56-tab pack = £54.60; starter pack of 11 × 500-microgram tabs…
Cardiovascular physiology
The purpose of the cardiovascular system is to ensure perfusion of the tissues with blood, allowing for the delivery of nutrients and oxygen, and the removal of metabolites including CO2….
Cell excitability
Physiological processes (e.g. nervous conduction, the release of transmitters and hormones, muscle contractility) depend on cell excitability. Therefore, excitability and excitation of cells is tightly regulated. Resting membrane potential (Vm)…
Respiratory pathophysiology
The effect of disease on respiratory function is best demonstrated by changes in the measurements of air flow, lung volumes and gas transfer. Diagnosis, management and monitoring of respiratory problems…
Hypothalamus and pituitary
The endocrine system is composed of several ductless glands that secrete chemical messengers known as hormones directly into the bloodstream. At target tissues, hormones interact with specific high-affinity receptors located…
