Ether was used widely for surgeries but became less popular because of its flammability and its tendency to cause vomiting. In England, it was quickly replaced by chloroform, but this agent caused many deaths and lost popularity.
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In 2012, nearly 24 milliion Americans, aged 12 and older, had abused an illicit drug, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.
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By definition, when a medication is administered intravenously, its bioavailability is 100%.
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The average human gut is home to perhaps 500 to 1,000 different species of bacteria.
Location of lymph vessels, lymphatic ducts, and areas of lymph node concentrations.
For this bimolecular reaction, the rate constant k is second order
Maximal Heart Rate Over Time
Effects of Elevation on Heart Rate and Ventilation
Target Heart Rate
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