Browsing Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology Staff Publications by Title
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Oh no, not Nitric Oxide!
(University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, 1999)Nitric oxide (NO) is a unique, endogenous regulatory molecule that is involved in a wide variety of physiological processes in multiple organ systems. This simple gas functions as a cellular messenger in a broad range of ... -
Pharmacogenomics: today, tomorrow and beyond
(University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, 1999)Pharmacogenomics is today’s hot topic in biotechnology. In 1996 the word did not even exist; now international pharmacogenomics meetings are held monthly, and articles appear weekly in scientific journals ind the popular ... -
Theophylline usage in patients with acute asthma presenting to a Central Hospital
(University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, 1987)A survey was conducted to investigate the medication taken by asthmatics presenting to a casualty department, particularly with reference to theophylline. Serum levels of theophylline were measured to give an indication ... -
Trends in cancer pain management
(University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, 2000)Background: Pain is a prevalent symptom in cancer patients, affecting up to 50% of patients undergoing active cancer treatment and up to 90% of those with advanced disease. Although adequate relief can be achieved in the ...