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Special Feature: Vasopressin in Septic Shock
Septic shock is one of the common causes of hypotension in the ICU. For decades, adrenergic agents with variable alpha- and beta-adrenergic activities have been the mainstay among vasopressor agents. Very few randomized controlled trials have been done that identify the efficacy or superiority of any one particular agent. -
Notice to Readers . . .
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Pharmacology Watch: Linking COX-2 Inhibitors and Cardiovascular Event Risk
Viagra: Maximum Capacity at High-Altitudes?; FDA Actions. -
Full October 2004 issue in PDF
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SDS Accreditation Update: Joint Commission releases look-alike/sound-alike list
Same-day surgery programs and office-based surgery programs must choose at least 10 of the look-alike and sound-alike drug names to place on their watch list of medications that can be easily confused to meet the 2005 national patient safety goal that focuses upon reducing medication errors. -
Patient Safety Alert supplement
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Coming Clean on Supplements Designated the ‘Dirty Dozen’
Brinker F. Coming clean on supplements designated the 'Dirty Dozen.' Altern Med Alert 2004;7(10):109-119. -
Clinical Briefs: Ginseng and Warfarin
Greenfield R. Ginseng and warfarin. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(10):119-120. -
Patient Handout: Herbal Supplements — Safety
Patient handout: Herbal supplements--Safety. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(10):S1-S2. -
Full October 2004 Issue in PDF