Chronic Pancreatitis
What is Chronic Pancreatitis? Chronic pancreatitis is a long-term inflammation of the pancreas that leads to permanent damage to the organ. The pancreas is essential for producing digestive enzymes and…
CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome It is a condition caused by compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. This nerve controls sensations in the…
DPP-4 INHIBITORS
What are DPP-4 Inhibitors? DPP-4 inhibitors, or dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors, are a class of medications used primarily in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. These drugs work by inhibiting the…
Sulphonylureas indications and side effects
What are Sulphonylureas? Sulphonylureas are a class of oral medications commonly used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. They work by stimulating the pancreatic beta cells to produce more insulin,…
Metformin Uses and Side Effects
Metformin Uses and Side Effects What is Metformin? Metformin is an oral medication primarily used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. It belongs to the drug class called biguanides and…
Insulin: Indications and Side Effects
Insulin: Indications and Side Effects What is synthetic insulin? Synthetic insulin is human made insulin that is used to treat diabetes mellitus. It is first line treatment for type 1…