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Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors

Offered By: Medicosis Perfectionalis via YouTube

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Pharmacology Courses Renal Physiology Courses Diuretics Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the mechanism of action, physiological effects, and clinical applications of Carbonic Anhydrase (C.A.) Inhibitors in this comprehensive 23-minute video lecture. Delve into the role of carbonic anhydrase in the proximal convoluted tubule and understand how C.A. inhibitors like acetazolamide affect electrolyte balance, urine pH, and blood acid-base status. Learn about the diuretic properties, potential side effects, and various clinical uses of these drugs, including their role in treating glaucoma and altitude sickness. Enhance your understanding with animated mnemonics and prepare for a quiz to reinforce key concepts. Gain valuable insights into this important class of medications, essential for medical and nursing students as well as healthcare professionals.

Syllabus

Introduction
Generic Name
Physiology
Diuretics
Hyponatremia
IV
Clinical Uses
Alkalization of the Urine
Side Effects
Summary
Common Sense
Quiz Time
Outro


Taught by

Medicosis Perfectionalis

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