Rx Note

Introduction Chickenpox is a highly contagious illness caused by primary infection with the varicella zoster virus, characterized by vesicular rash and fever. It is contagious from a few days before the onset of rash until all lesions have crusted over. Main route of transmission is through contact with infected persons via Inhalation of respiratory droplets and aerosols generated by skin lesions. Direct contact with droplets of vesicular fluid from skin lesions. Reinfection results in people suffering from shingles . Symptoms The incubation period is typically 2-3 weeks. Before the rash develops, the patient might experience up to 3 days of prodromal symptoms that could include fever, headache and sore throat. The rash typically begins on the face, stomach and back before spreading to other parts of the body. Initially, lesions appear as small red lumps that rapidly develop into vesicles, which curst over after 3-5 days. New lesions form for up to 1 week with the total number of ...

Introduction While drafting the Drug Album project, I considered creating a list of medications requiring refrigeration. This information could theoretically simplify the process of locating unfamiliar drugs. My research revealed several key points: Refrigerated medications are primarily injections , including insulins , vaccines, immunoglobulins and biologics. Storage conditions can vary between brands of the same medication. For example, Fludarabine injection can be stored under refrigeration or at room temperature depending on the manufacturer's labeling. Although Dalacin C (Clindamycin) injection require refrigeration, others can be stored at room temperature. Storage conditions can also vary depending on the dosage form. Alfacalcidol ( One-Alpha ) Capsules: Store below 30°C. Drops and Solution for injection: Store at 2-8°C. Busulfan ( Myleran ) Tablets:Store below 30°C. Injection: Store in a refrigerator (2-8°C) Isavuconazole ( Cresemba ) Capsules: Store below 30°C. IV: Sto...