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Tag: Hospital care

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Why do hospitals give insulin instead of metformin?

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According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly one in four hospitalized patients has diabetes. In contrast to outpatient management, hospitals predominantly switch from oral medications like metformin to insulin to manage blood glucose, a strategy based on both patient safety and the physiological demands of acute illness.

Decoding the IV: What do hospitals put in your hand?

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Intravenous (IV) therapy is a cornerstone of modern medicine, delivering fluids and medication directly into the bloodstream for rapid absorption and effect. So, when you ask, "What do hospitals put in your hand?" the answer is a tiny plastic tube called a catheter, through which a variety of therapeutic substances are administered based on your medical needs.

What is the use of MVI injection?

4 min read
Multivitamin infusions like MVI are a standard component of total parenteral nutrition for hospitalized patients. So, what is the use of MVI injection? It is primarily indicated for preventing and treating vitamin deficiencies in individuals unable to consume or absorb them orally.

What is Alamin SN injection used for?: A Comprehensive Guide

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Alamin SN Infusion is a vital nutritional supplement containing essential amino acids, primarily used for patients requiring parenteral (intravenous) nutrition due to poor oral intake or severe illness. It provides building blocks for proteins, which are crucial for tissue repair, muscle synthesis, and overall metabolic function.