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diazepam and Myxedema

diazepam has been researched along with Myxedema in 2 studies

Diazepam: A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity.
diazepam : A 1,4-benzodiazepinone that is 1,3-dihydro-2H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one substituted by a chloro group at position 7, a methyl group at position 1 and a phenyl group at position 5.

Myxedema: A condition characterized by a dry, waxy type of swelling (EDEMA) with abnormal deposits of MUCOPOLYSACCHARIDES in the SKIN and other tissues. It is caused by a deficiency of THYROID HORMONES. The skin becomes puffy around the eyes and on the cheeks. The face is dull and expressionless with thickened nose and lips.

Research

Studies (2)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19902 (100.00)18.7374
1990's0 (0.00)18.2507
2000's0 (0.00)29.6817
2010's0 (0.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Finlayson, DC1
Kaplan, JA1
McDougall, IR1
Greig, WR1

Reviews

1 review available for diazepam and Myxedema

ArticleYear
Pathogenesis and treatment of thyrotoxicosis.
    Scottish medical journal, 1971, Volume: 16, Issue:12

    Topics: Adult; Child; Chlordiazepoxide; Diazepam; Eye Manifestations; Female; Glucocorticoids; Graves Diseas

1971

Other Studies

1 other study available for diazepam and Myxedema

ArticleYear
Myxoedema and open heart surgery: anaesthesia and intensive care unit experience.
    Canadian Anaesthetists' Society journal, 1982, Volume: 29, Issue:6

    Topics: Adult; Aged; Anesthesia, General; Angina Pectoris; Cardiac Surgical Procedures; Critical Care; Diaze

1982