Brompton cocktail
Brompton Cocktail
Brompton cocktail (pronunciation: /ˈbrɒm.tən ˈkɒk.teɪl/) is a pain management solution that was developed in the late 19th century at the Brompton Hospital in London, England.
Etymology
The term "Brompton cocktail" is derived from the name of the hospital where it was first formulated, the Brompton Hospital. The word "cocktail" is used in the sense of a mixture of various ingredients.
Composition
The Brompton cocktail typically consists of morphine or diamorphine, cocaine, alcohol, and sometimes chlorpromazine to counteract nausea. The exact composition can vary and may be adjusted based on the specific needs of the patient.
Usage
The Brompton cocktail was traditionally used for palliative care in patients with severe pain, such as those suffering from cancer. It was designed to relieve pain and induce a state of euphoria, thus improving the patient's quality of life.
Related Terms
- Palliative Care: A specialized form of medical care for people with serious illnesses. It focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness.
- Morphine: A powerful pain reliever often used in severe cases of pain management.
- Diamorphine: Also known as heroin, it is used in medicine as a powerful painkiller.
- Cocaine: A strong stimulant most frequently used as a recreational drug. It is also used in some medical applications.
- Alcohol: A psychoactive substance that is used in the Brompton cocktail for its euphoric effects.
- Chlorpromazine: An antipsychotic medication that is used in the Brompton cocktail to counteract nausea.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Brompton cocktail
- Wikipedia's article - Brompton cocktail
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