See also Beta-adrenoceptor antagonists General information Propranolol is a lipophilic, non-selective, pure antagonist at beta-adrenoceptors, with membrane-stabilizing action. Organs and systems Cardiovascular An unusual dysrhythmia has been attributed to propranolol: alternating sinus rhythm with intermittent sinoatrial block. The authors suggested…
General information Propofol is a short-acting intravenous induction agent, used in general anesthesia and by infusion in intensive care units. Its rapid onset of action, short half-life, and favorable recovery characteristics make it particularly suitable for day procedures. It is…
See also Anticholinergic drugs General information Propiverine is an anticholinergic drug, used mainly for its effects on the bladder. It is effective in detrusor hyper-reflexia and in patients with symptoms of an overactive bladder. Adverse reactions effects occur in about…
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See also Neuroleptic drugs General information Propiomazine is a phenothiazine [ ], which has been used as a hypnotic [ ], as a sedative in anesthesia [ ], and in obstetric analgesia [ ]. Organs and systems You’re Reading a…
See also Anticholinergic drugs General information Propantheline is an anticholinergic drug. Oral doses are 7.5–30 mg, the latter being used at bedtime; injections of 15 mg have been used in radiology. The persisting doubt as to the incidence of adverse…
See also Polyoxylated castor oil General information Propanidid was used as an intravenous anesthetic for rapid induction and for maintenance of general anesthesia of short duration. However, it was withdrawn because of safety considerations regarding the solvent used, polyoxylated castor…
General information Propafenone is both a class I antidysrhythmic drug and a beta-adrenoceptor antagonist. Its pharmacological effects, clinical pharmacology, therapeutic uses, adverse reactions, and interactions have been reviewed [ ]. The main adverse reactions to propafenone are cardiovascular (27%), central…
See also Antihistamines General information Promethazine is a first-generation antihistamine, and can cause sedation and impaired psychomotor activity [ , ]. Organs and systems Nervous system Neuroleptic malignant syndrome has been associated with promethazine [ ]. A 42-year-old man took…
See also Amphetamines General information Prolintane, an amfetamine-related substance, is a central nervous system stimulant with similar structure and properties to dexamfetamine. Prolintane hydrochloride is available mainly in many formulations with multivitamin supplements in many European countries, Australia, and South…