An overview of steroid use and its potential side-effects
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Steroids are prescribed for their physiological and pharmacological effects as they have an anti-inflammatory influence and suppress immune responses. However, this can cause side-effects and therefore assessment for the development of side-effects and advice on avoiding infection and injury are essential aspects of the patients taking steroids.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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Phenytoin
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Brief description on the drug, phenytoin, is discussed which helps in the control of epilepsy. The indications, contraindications, cautions, common side-effects, rare side-effects, administration, nursing considerations are highlighted with respect to the drug.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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