Science TIPS for Wassce/Bece/remedials

Name this system

Blood Pressure Drugs + Certain Painkillers

Example:
BP meds + Ibuprofen / Diclofenac

Why it’s dangerous:
❌ Can reduce the effectiveness of BP drugs
❌ Can harm the kidneys

👉 Always mention if you’re on BP medication.

Herbal Medicines + Hospital Drugs

Example:
Herbal bitters + BP or diabetes medication

Why it’s dangerous:
❌ Can cause unpredictable reactions
❌ May increase or reduce drug effects

👉 “Natural” does not always mean safe.

Antibiotics + Alcohol

Example:
Metronidazole + Alcohol

Why it’s dangerous:
❌ Severe vomiting
❌ Dizziness and stomach upset

👉 Always ask if alcohol is allowed with your antibiotics.

⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDER

Never mix medicines just because “it worked last time”

Don’t rely on advice from friends or social media

Always tell your pharmacist everything you’re taking

📍 At Verdi Pharmacy, we help you take medicines safely.
Ask before you mix. Your health matters.

Credit: Verdi Pharmacy

Ladies: When using a toilet, put in the toilet seat enough tissue to prevent water from splashing into you

Which hormone is known as love hormone.?

𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞.?

[Credit: Medical Science]

Which disease is know as the " Silent Killer".?

Beware 🏃🏃🏃🏃

What does the acronym DNA stand for.?

Best wishes to 2024 WASSCE candidates

The volume of blood in the human body varies based on factors such as age, s*x, weight, and overall health.

On average, the total blood volume in an adult human body is approximately:

- 5 liters (5,000 milliliters or 11.3 pints) for men
- 4 liters (4,000 milliliters or 9.5 pints) for women

This includes:

- Plasma: 55% of total blood volume (about 2.75 liters in men and 2.2 liters in women)
- Red blood cells: 45% of total blood volume (about 2.25 liters in men and 1.8 liters in women)
- White blood cells and platelets: a small percentage of total blood volume

Keep in mind that these are average values, and individual blood volume can vary. Factors such as pregnancy, athletic training, or medical conditions can influence blood volume.

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