Arrhythmias are disorders of the heart rhythm, which can range from benign to life-threatening conditions. Anti-arrhythmic drugs are used to treat and prevent these rhythm disturbances by modifying the electrical activity of the heart. Introduction Anti-arrhythmic drugs are medications designed to treat abnormal heart rhythms. They work by altering the …
Local Anesthetic Agents
Local anesthetic agents are medications used to induce reversible loss of sensation in a specific area of the body, without causing loss of consciousness. They are widely employed in various medical procedures to alleviate pain and discomfort. Here’s a detailed note covering their definition, classification, pharmacological actions, doses, indications, and …
Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs- Definition, Classification, Uses, Indications and contraindications
Antiarrhythmic drugs are medications designed to prevent, control, or manage abnormal heart rhythms, known as arrhythmias. Arrhythmias are disturbances in the normal electrical activity of the heart, which can cause the heart to beat too quickly (tachycardia), too slowly (bradycardia), or irregularly. Classification of Antiarrhythmic drugs Anti-arrhythmic drugs are classified …
General anaesthetics: Definition, Classification, Pharmacological actions, Dose, Indications and Contraindications
General anaesthetics are a class of drugs that induce a reversible loss of consciousness, sensation, and memory, allowing for the performance of medical procedures or surgery to be pain-free and controlled. These agents act on the central nervous system, producing a state of unconsciousness and muscle relaxation, allowing surgical interventions …
Local anesthetic- Uses, classification
Local anesthetic agents are medications or compounds that induce reversible loss of sensation and pain in a specific localized body area. They work by blocking nerve impulses in the targeted region, preventing the transmission of pain signals to the brain. These agents are commonly used during medical procedures and surgery …