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The human body produces and destroys 15 million blood cells every second.
Computer programs are available that crosscheck a new drug's possible trade name with all other trade names currently available. These programs detect dangerous similarities between names and alert the manufacturer of the drug.
The toxic levels for lithium carbonate are close to the therapeutic levels. Signs of toxicity include fine hand tremor, polyuria, mild thirst, nausea, general discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting, drowsiness, muscular weakness, lack of coordination, ataxia, giddiness, tinnitus, and blurred vision.
When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.
More than 4.4billion prescriptions were dispensed within the United States in 2016.