A REVIEW OF PORPHYRINS, HEME AND HEMOGLOBIN
Introduction Porphyrins are organic molecules that play a crucial role in the formation of heme, a vital component in the structure of hemoglobin. Heme is an iron-containing molecule found in red blood cells, which is responsible for binding oxygen and…
A REVIEW OF DRUGS ACTING ON THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
Allergy Meds Overview Bronchodilators: Short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs): Examples include albuterol and levalbuterol. They act quickly to relax the smooth muscles in the airways, providing immediate relief from bronchoconstriction during asthma attacks or acute exacerbations. They are often used as rescue…
A GENERAL REVIEW OF NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DRUGS
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a class of medications commonly used to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and lower fever. They work by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, which are chemical messengers that play a role in inflammation, pain, and fever.…
A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ACUTE LEUKEMIAS
Introduction Acute leukemias are a group of aggressive blood cancers that affect the white blood cells, which are responsible for fighting infections and diseases in the body. There are two main types of acute leukemias: acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and…
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