Browsing by Author "Straughan, J. L."

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    Another look at erythromycin
    (Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1978-04) Straughan, J. L.
    ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The erythromycins are broadly reviewed from a clinical viewpoint. The antimicrobial spectrum, clinical indications, pharmacokinetics and toxicity are dealt with. The usefulness of erythromycin for respiratory tract infections is stressed. New evidence to support bactericidal activity of this antibiotic is noted. There seems little reason to use the potentially hepatotoxic estolate form of erythromycin. The safety of the other forms of this antibiotic available in this country is emphasized.
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    Long tube implants in the management of glaucoma
    (Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1976) Molteno, A. C. B.; Straughan, J. L.; Ancker, E.; Molteno, A. C. B.; Straughan, J. L.; Ancker, E.
    The design, surgical insertion and results of a plastic draining implant for severe glaucoma are reported. The need for pharmacological control of bleb inflammation is stressed and the favourable long term outlook for patients with such implants is discussed.
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    Rational management of uveitis
    (Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1976) Ancker, E.; Molteno, A. C. B.; Straughan, J. L.
    Endogenous uveitis is an important cause of blindness in young adults. The need for a comprehensive search for an aetiological 'antigen' is stressed. A source of adjuvant, disturbance in host immunology and any associated syndromes are also sought. Treatment then involves elimination of 'antigen', suppression of host hypersensitivity and the enhanced vascular permeability, and improvement of host resistance. The value of antihistamine and antiserotonin drugs in successful treatment is emphasized.
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    Treatment of a common ocular complaint
    (Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1979) Straughan, J. L.
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    Which benzodiazepine, why and how?
    (Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1979) Straughan, J. L.
    While no major differences with regard to psychopharmacological actions are to be found among the benzodiazepines, certain pharmacokinetic differences are known. These differences allow the benzodiazepines to be classified as cumulative or non-cumulative; the differences between these two groups are further dissected and evaluated, in an attempt to rationalize therapy with these agents.