Kortvirkende

Kortvirkende refers to something that has a short duration of action. This term is most commonly used in pharmacology to describe medications that produce their effects for a limited period. For example, short-acting bronchodilators are used to quickly relieve symptoms of asthma or COPD, with their effects typically lasting for a few hours. Similarly, short-acting insulin is used to manage blood glucose levels around meal times, and its action is relatively brief compared to longer-acting insulins. The characteristic of being kortvirkende is important for determining appropriate dosing regimens and for predicting how quickly a therapeutic effect will begin and end. Understanding the duration of action is crucial for healthcare professionals when prescribing and for patients when taking medications to ensure optimal treatment outcomes and minimize potential side effects. The opposite of kortvirkende is langtvirkende, meaning long-acting.