Abstract
Veterinary Compounding for Myasthenia Gravis
Author(s): Davidson Gigi S
Issue: Sep/Oct 2008 - Veterinary Compounding
Page(s): 398-401
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Abstract
Myasthenia gravis is a neuromuscular disease commonly encountered in veterinary medicine. With accurate diagnosis, treatment, and compliant caregivers, the prognosis for remission and a normal life is good. Unfortunately, drugs used to diagnose and treat myasthenia gravis are frequently unavailable due to manufacturer shortages. During these periods, compounding pharmacists can play a valuable role in maintaining a good quality of life for these patients by providing compounded versions of drugs that are commercially unavailable.
Related Keywords
- formulations
- myasthenia gravis
- muscle disorders
- dogs
- veterinary medicine
- muscle weakness
- cats
- edrophomium hydrochloride
- acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
- acetycholine
- neurotransmitter
- anticholinesterase agents
- pyridostigmine bromide
- cellulose
- methylcellulose
- excipients
Related Categories
- EXCIPIENTS
- FORMULATIONS
- VETERINARY
- MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
- NEUROLOGY