How buprenorphine works As an opioid active ingredient, buprenorphine does not occur naturally in the poppy plant like the opiates, but is chemically-pharmacologically modeled on them. Thanks to the targeted modification of the structure, opioids are more beneficial than opiates in terms of effect and side effects. Like opiates, opioids such as buprenorphine exert their … Buprenorphine: Effects and uses
How estradiol works The hormone estradiol (also called 17-beta-estradiol) is naturally produced in the human body. In women, the largest amount is produced in the ovaries. In men, who have much lower levels of estradiol in their bodies, it is produced in the adrenal cortex and testes. The term “estrogen” covers the hormones estradiol, estrone … Estradiol: Effects, Uses, Side Effects
How clenbuterol works Clenbuterol is a drug from the group of beta-sympathomimetics. It activates certain binding sites of messenger substances in the lungs – the so-called beta-2 receptors). In response to this signal, the bronchi dilate. This effect is desirable in certain lung diseases. In addition, clenbuterol is used in obstetrics as a reliable labor-inhibiting … Clenbuterol: Effects, Uses, Side Effects
This is the active ingredient in Wick MediNait The medicine contains an effective combination of four active ingredients. Firstly, it contains paracetamol, a non-steroidal painkiller (analgesic) and relieves mild fever and inflammation. Dextromethorphan belongs to the group of cough suppressants (antitussives). It reduces the urge to cough and allows you to sleep peacefully. Wick MediNait … Wick MediNait for Colds
How clarithromycin works Clarithromycin penetrates the bacterial cells and prevents them from producing vital proteins. The bacteria are therefore not killed by the antibiotic, but their growth is inhibited. The active ingredient has a bacteriostatic effect. This inhibition of bacterial growth gives the immune system the opportunity to contain the infection. Compared to erythromycin, another … Clarithromycin: effects, indications, side effects
How nitrofurantoin works The antibiotic nitrofurantoin is a so-called prodrug. It is only converted into its active form at the site of action (in the urinary tract). The conversion occurs through bacterial enzymes after the active ingredient has been absorbed from the intestine into the blood and passes through the kidneys into the urine. Because … Nitrofurantoin: Effects, Uses, Side Effects
This is the active ingredient in Perenterol Junior Perenterol Junior contains Saccaromyces boulardii, a medicinal yeast. It neutralizes bacterial toxins that cause diarrhoea and removes them from the body. Furthermore, the yeast has a growth-inhibiting effect on some pathogens, which reduces the toxin concentration and allows the intestinal mucosa to regenerate. When is Perenterol Junior … Perenterol Junior for Diarrhea
How vancomycin works Vancomycin is an active substance from the group of glycopeptide antibiotics. It has a bactericidal effect against gram-positive pathogens and is used when other antibiotics are not sufficiently effective. The human immune system uses various mechanisms to protect the body against the implantation and spread of pathogens. As a rule, people do … Vancomycin: Effects, Applications, Side Effects
How apomorphine works Apomorphine mimics the neurotransmitter dopamine in the central nervous system and binds to its docking sites (receptors). In this way, the active ingredient mediates the effects typical of dopamine. Parkinson’s disease: In Parkinson’s disease, nerve cells that produce and secrete dopamine gradually die. The use of apomorphine can therefore be helpful. However, … Apomorphine: Effect, Medical Applications, Side Effects
How ergotamine works Ergotamine is an active ingredient from the group of ergot alkaloids. After ingestion, it acts in the body in a variety of ways. Its effectiveness in migraine is mainly due to the fact that ergotamine has a similar structure to the body’s own messenger substance serotonin. The active ingredient therefore also binds … Ergotamine: Effects, Usage, Risks
This active ingredient is in Movicol Junior The active ingredient in Movicol Junior belongs to the group of osmotic laxatives. These bind fluid in the intestine and soften the stool. The bound fluid in the intestine increases the volume of stool. This stimulates intestinal movement (intestinal peristalsis) and promotes defecation. The medicine contains macrogol 3350 … Movicol Junior solves constipation
Cannabis is by far the most commonly consumed illegal drug in Germany today. Overall, it is the third most popular psychoactive substance after alcohol and tobacco. The cannabis plant There are different types of hemp plants, one of which is cannabis, each with male and female specimens (hermaphrodite forms are rare). Only the female plants … Cannabis (marijuana, hashish)
