Anthropometric Measurements as Predictors of Low Birth Weight Among Tanzanian Neonates: A Hospital-Based Study
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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Potassium nitrate
Class :
Inorganic nitrate salts
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Potassium nitrate
Class :
Inorganic nitrate salts
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
Toothpaste Â
50gÂ
Tooth SensitivityÂ
To be taken as directed by the physician Â
Toothache Â
To be taken as directed by the physician
to be used as advised by the doctor
to be used as advised by the doctor
Data not availableÂ
Refer to adult dosingÂ
the rate of excretion of potassium nitrate may be reduced
the hyperkalemic activity of acebutolol may be increased
the hyperkalemic activity of aceclofenac may be increased
the hyperkalemic activity of acemetacin may be increased
the hyperkalemic activity of acetylsalicylic acid may be increased
the rate of excretion of potassium nitrate may be reduced
the activity of potassium nitrate may be reduced due to an increase in the rate of excretion
the hyperkalemic activity of betaxolol may be increased
the rate of excretion of potassium nitrate may be reduced
the risk of hyperkalemic activity may be increased
the hyperkalemic activity of carvedilol may be increased
the rate of excretion of potassium nitrate may be reduced
the hyperkalemic activity of valsartan may be increased
Actions and spectrum:Â
By diffusing through the dentinal tubules, potassium nitrate depolarizes the nerve cells. Consequently, these cells lose their ability to respond to excitatory indications.Â
Frequency not definedÂ
HeadacheÂ
MethemoglobinemiaÂ
DizzinessÂ
RashÂ
Trouble breathing
Black Box Warning Â
Use with caution. Methemoglobinemia is reportedÂ
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Contraindication:Â
Hypersensitivity Â
Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
Limited data availableÂ
Lactation:Â Â
Limited data availableÂ
Pregnancy category:Â Â
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.Â
Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.  Â
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.   Â
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.  Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.   Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category Â
Pharmacology:Â
Pharmacodynamics:Â
Pharmacokinetics:Â
AbsorptionÂ
Potassium nitrate is readily absorbed in the small intestineÂ
DistributionÂ
Nitrates are readily distributed into the systemic circulationÂ
MetabolismÂ
Nitrates are converted to nitrites in saliva and g.i. system through the bacteriaÂ
Elimination and excretionÂ
Mainly as inorganic nitrites, nitrate is eliminated through urine Â
Half-life:Â
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Administration:Â
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: potassium nitrate Â
Why do we use potassium nitrate?Â
Potassium nitrate is used to relieve toothache and tooth sensitivity.Â
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