Action of Causticum in inflammatory models

Article Abstract:

The anti-inflammatory effect of Causticum was evaluated using acute and chronic inflammatory models in vivo. The measurement of the raw paw oedema using a plethysmometer revealed that all different potencies of Causticum used in the experiments presented anti-inflammatory properties in the oedema induced by carrageenin.

Drug therapy, Edema, Dropsy, Belladonna (Plant), Causticum (Medication)

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Diclofenac

Article Abstract:

Diclofenac by inhibiting an enzyme reduces inflammation of the joints by lowering prostaglandin levels. The contraindications, cautions, side effects, interactions, administration, patient teaching and nursing considerations of diclofenac are illustrated.

Complications and side effects, Inflammation, Dosage and administration, Diclofenac

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Perspective: Antiinflammatory Therapy for Dry Eye

Article Abstract:

Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) is improved by the use of anti-inflammatory agents. Cyclosporin A is approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

Dry eye syndromes

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