Diseases
anesthesia premedication
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Overview
Premedication refers to the administration of medication before the induction of anesthesia. These medications are neither part of the surgical patient's usual medical regimen nor are they part of the anesthetic.
Symptoms
- indication not disease
Causes
- indication not disease
Risk factors
- indication not disease
Diagnosis
- indication not disease
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is anesthesia premedication?
Premedication refers to the administration of medication before the induction of anesthesia. These medications are neither part of the surgical patient's usual medical regimen nor are they part of the anesthetic.
What are the symptoms of anesthesia premedication?
indication not disease
What causes anesthesia premedication?
indication not disease
Which medicines are used for anesthesia premedication?
atropine
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