Essays About Medicine

Dr. Sayer was a very caring doctor who had started working with patients who have been comatose for several decades. He was a very determined human being and when he was told that there was no hope of any cure for his patients, he felt let down but that did not cause him to give […]

This company profile provides a preliminary investigation and analysis of Novartis International AG, a multinational pharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland. Novartis is one of ten companies the Investment Board will consider for further in-depth research for a multimillion-dollar investment. Novartis was created in 1996 from the merger of two Swiss-based chemical/life sciences giants; Ciba-Geigy […]

The Types of Drugs in the World Introduction There are many types of drugs in the World today. Some are Legal and others are Illegal. A drug is a substance which can affect the way your mind and body works. There are a lot of illegal drugs which are highly addictive e. g. cannabis, cocaine, […]

Baseball is cleaning up its image with a new drug testing policy implemented for the 2005 season. The new agreement between the players, the owners, and Major League Baseball to test for performance enhancing drugs is a vast improvement over the previous deal. There is still plenty of room for those who want to cheat. […]

After 4 years hard working, 30 million dollars in acquiring Angiomax, further R&D, and initiate marketing test, in order to successfully market the first flagship drug Angiomax, the Medicines Company now have a couple of decisions to make in terms of initial pricing, segmentation, marketing strategies, etc (see exhibit 1). Decision I: At what initial […]

The legalization of Marijuana is a widely debated topic. When the public say “legalizing marijuana” refers to whether or not the public should be allowed to grow, sell, buy or consume marijuana. Many organizations have been pushing governments to legalize marijuana. For some Marijuana has a greater use in the medical system others think that […]

Who would hold thought that one viridity works, Cannabis sativa, could make so much contention throughout the centuries? The argument on medical marihuana has been around since the 17th and eighteenth century. The argument if marihuana is a unsafe and habit-forming drug, or a helpful medicine for hurting stand-in, forestalling emesis, and intervention of glaucoma […]

Performing amalgamations and acquisitions can be compared to using a tool with two edges. Proper usage of this tool can lead to a better future for the combined company, while being careless and sloppy can have negative consequences. According to a survey, over 60% of merged companies see their values decrease after the amalgamation. Joining […]

“ The most of import thing in the Olympic Games is non winning but taking portion ; the indispensable thing in life is non suppressing but contending good. ” This phrase was said by the laminitis of the Olympics, Baron Pierre de Coubertin. Where has this Olympic message gone to? Nowadays, it seems like everyone […]

Introduction: History of drug maltreatment The issue of drug maltreatment has a long history in sports. In Ancient Greece, Olympic athletes would consume specific diets that included herbs, mushrooms, and sesame seeds to improve their physical performance. Likewise, during Roman times, gladiators would take stimulants to fight fatigue. South American Indians also utilized coca leaves […]

Classification Fluoxetine is a legally prescribed medication. The brand name of this drug is Prozac. Fluoxetine belongs in a category of drugs called selective serotonin prescription. This is a synthetic drug reuptake inhibitor. Prozac is not a controlled substance but needs Usage Prozac is used as an antidepressant, anti obsessional, and antibulimic medication. Prozac is […]

Abuse of drugs can have effects on the user even after the use of drugs has stopped. Different drugs produce different effects, depending on the user, type of drug, and severity of abuse. New research is done every day in the area of drug abuse that makes finding accurate results on the broad topic of […]

The use of marijuana is deeply ingrained in American culture, with approximately 65 million Americans using it occasionally or regularly (Rosenthal 16). Despite the ongoing debate surrounding marijuana, its popularity remains evident. Government efforts to eliminate its use have proven ineffective. Consequently, governments at all levels struggle to establish appropriate policies for this issue. National […]

The use of ecstasy, a highly addictive drug, is prevalent in both club and street settings. Cranford (12) reported that approximately 30% of individuals who try ecstasy for the first time face fatal outcomes, such as falling into a deep coma or succumbing to death. Most users are driven by either the longing to encounter […]

What are the prospects for the industry going forward? 1. Though the average level of profitability in the pharmaceutical industry has been declining over time (In 2002, the average ROIC in the industry was 21. 6%; by 2006, it had fallen to 14. 5%), historically, the pharmaceutical industry has been a profitable one. Because- Name […]

In 1886, Louis Lewin, a German pharmacologist, conducted the first comprehensive examination of the cactus known as Anhalonium lewinii, which was later named after him. This cactus had previously been recognized as a venerable ally by the indigenous people of Mexico and the American Southwest, as well as being a novel addition to scientific research. […]

ASM34 1.1 The relevant legislation for medication includes the Medicines Act, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations, Health and Safety at Work Act, Misuse of Drugs Act, Misuse of Drugs (Safe Custody) Regulations, and Health and Social Care Act. It also covers the Medication Policy and procedure and Mars Handbook. These documents address […]

Depressants have the effect of slowing down the central nervous system. Alcohol testing is often required by law enforcement and forensic scientists in crime investigations, as there are age restrictions and consumption limits for activities like driving. Moreover, determining whether a victim had consumed alcohol before their death helps investigators and forensic scientists gain insights […]

Paracetamol or acetaminophen is a widely used over-the-counter analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It is commonly used for the relief of fever, headaches, and other minor aches and pains, and is a major ingredient in numerous cold and flu remedies. In combination with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and opioid analgesics, paracetamol is used […]

Drug abuse refers to the excessive, non-medical or addictive use of drugs. It is typically characterized by a strong compulsion to persistently consume drugs due to their psychological impacts. This can lead to both physical and mental dependencies. These dependencies frequently cause instability in various areas such as mental, emotional, biological, physical, social and economic […]

The Inaba text discusses the relationship between the “therapeutic index” and the dangerous consequences of barbiturate addiction. The “therapeutic index” is especially significant in accidental overdoses, particularly involving barbiturates compared to other depressant drugs. Barbiturates are nonselective central nervous system (CNS) depressants that can cause various depressive effects, including mild sedation, hypnosis, general anesthesia, deep […]

Spring concerts provide college and university students a perfect opportunity to unwind, have fun, mingle and shake off stress from strenuous study activities. However, there are potential risks associated with every concert. The organizing committee must analyze all the risks the event is bound to attract and come up with ways of dealing with each […]