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J. K. Bajaj ¹, S. J. Singh ²

Affiliations
1 Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar, Punjab, IN
2 Dept of Surgery PCMS I, Civil Hospital Jalandhar, Punjab, IN

Abstract

Drugs are used for the benefit of the patient however drugs also produce adverse drug reactions. Adverse drug reaction is an adverse drug event that results in undesirable or unexpected event that requires some changes in the clinician's care of the patient, modifying a dosage, prolonging hospitalization or administering supportive treatment. Monitoring and Reporting of adverse drug reaction should be a part of comprehensive health care provided to the patients. This letter stresses on the need for the health care professional to report and monitor the adverse drug reactions.

Keywords

Adverse Drug Reaction, Monitoring, Drug.

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B. Jassal ¹, J. K. Bajaj ¹, B. Kumar ¹

Affiliations
1 Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar, Punjab, IN

Abstract

Premenstrual syndrome is a psychoneuroendocrine disorder of unknown etiology. It is characterized by a large number of symptom constellations with various characteristic pattern of appearance&disappearance. The Luteal phase symptom pattern of sufficient severity is the mainstay for diagnosing this condition&needs to be confirmed by prospective charting. Variety of tools with different rating scales & criteria are available for this purpose. The article reviews these tools & criteria to reach a consensus statement for diagnosis of Premenstrual syndrome.

Keywords

Premenstrual Syndrome, Luteal Phase Pattern, Criteria, Tools.

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R. Sabharwal ¹, J. K. Bajaj ¹

Affiliations
1 Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences Jalandhar, Punjab, IN

Abstract

Hypertension is one of the most common diseases of the modern world. In hypertensive patients, Microalbuminuria, defined as albumin excretion rate (AER) of 30-300 mg/day or 30 - 299 mg/gm of creatinine, acts as a specific marker to detect early arterial disease&renal damage. Detection of microalbuminuria in hypertensive patients and their treatment can significantly alter the disease progression.

Keywords

Microalbuminuria, Cardiovascular Risk, Hypertension.

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M. Sood ¹, J. K. Bajaj ¹

Affiliations
1 Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences, Jalandhar, Punjab, IN

Abstract

Hypertension is an important risk factor for cardiovascular and renal disease. It's early detection and control is critically important as it is an important attributable cause of stroke, coronary artery disease, heart failure, atrial fibrillation and ESRD. Recent data indicates increasing prevalence of hypertension amongst various populations. This reflects the importance of having a variety of treatment options for the management of this condition. Angiotensin receptor blockers are highly effective at reducing blood pressure, have excellent tolerability and renoprotective properties, hence they remain a useful choice in the management of hypertension. Azilsartan medoxomil has recently been approved by the FDA for the oral treatment of hypertension making it the eighth Angiotensin receptor blocker to be approved for this indication.

Keywords

Hypertension, Azilsartan, Angiotensin Receptor Blocker.

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