Chikungunya

Symptoms Chikungunya manifests itself after an incubation period of 1-12 days in high fever, chills, headache, sensitivity to light, rash, and severe muscle and joint pain. The duration of illness is 1-2 weeks. Serious complications and a fatal outcome are rarely possible. Pain in various joints characterizes the disease and may persist for months to … Chikungunya

Soft Capsules

Products Various drugs and dietary supplements are commercially available in the form of soft capsules. Active ingredients administered with this dosage form include, for example, pain relievers (e.g., diclofenac, ibuprofen, acetaminophen), retinoids such as isotretinoin, thyroid hormones, cytostatics, ginseng, vitamins, and fatty oils such as fish oil, krill oil, linseed oil, and wheat germ oil. … Soft Capsules

Propyphenazone

Products Medicines containing propyphenazone are no longer on the market in many countries. The active ingredient used to be present in numerous painkillers and often in combination with other active ingredients such as paracetamol and caffeine. These included well-known brands such as Cibalgin, Spasmo-Cibalgin, Dialgine, Dismenol, Migraine-Kranit, Sanalgin, Saridon, Sinedal and Tonopan. As part of … Propyphenazone

Fibromyalgia Causes and Treatment

Symptoms Fibromyalgia is a chronic, noninflammatory disorder that manifests as pain throughout the body and is characterized by numerous other complaints. It is much more common in women than in men and usually first appears in middle age. Chronic, bilateral, diffuse pain. Muscle pain, pain in the limbs, back pain, joint pain, neck pain, headaches, … Fibromyalgia Causes and Treatment

Sore Throat

Symptoms Sore throat manifests as an inflamed and irritated throat lining and pain when swallowing or at rest. The palatine tonsils may also be inflamed, swollen, and coated. Possible accompanying symptoms include mucus production, cough, hoarseness, fever, headache, runny nose, eye irritation, feeling sick, and fatigue. Causes The most common cause of sore throat is … Sore Throat

Combined Flu and Cold Remedies

Products Among the best-known combined flu and cold remedies in many countries are NeoCitran, Pretuval, and Vicks Medinait. In addition, other products exist such as Fluimucil Flu Day & Night. In other countries, different products are commonly used, such as Grippostad in Germany or Theraflu in the United States. Ingredients Typical ingredients include: Sympathomimetics such … Combined Flu and Cold Remedies

Interferon Beta-1A

Products Interferon beta-1a is commercially available as a solution for injection (Avonex, Rebif). It has been approved in many countries since 1997. Structure and properties Interferon beta-1a is a recombinant protein biotechnologically derived from CHO cells. It consists of 166 amino acids, has the same amino acid sequence as natural interferon beta, and is glycosylated … Interferon Beta-1A

Snowblind

Symptoms Snow blindness occurs with a delay within approximately 3-12 hours after exposure to UV radiation, often in the afternoon, evening, or night. It manifests itself in the following symptoms: Unbearable pain in both eyes Foreign body sensation, “sand in the eyes” Trickling of tears Conjunctivitis and redness, conjunctival swelling. Corneal inflammation Eyelid spasm, i.e. … Snowblind

Stomach Flu

Symptoms Typical symptoms of gastroenteritis include: Watery diarrhea Nausea, vomiting Abdominal pain Lack of appetite Weakness, lack of strength, feeling sick Mild fever may occur As a complication, dangerous dehydration may occur. At risk are especially infants, young children, the elderly and people with immunosuppression. With noroviruses, the duration of illness is short, but it … Stomach Flu

Back Pain Causes and Treatment

Symptoms Possible symptoms of acute back pain include muscle aches, tension, stabbing pain, limited mobility, and stiffness. The pain may radiate down the leg (sciatic pain), and patients may be unable to stand up straight. While acute pain is comparatively treatable, chronic back pain poses a serious quality of life and mental health problem and … Back Pain Causes and Treatment

Swine Flu (Influenza A/H1N1/2009)

Symptoms Flu symptoms with sudden onset: Fever, chills Muscle, joint and headache Weakness, fatigue Sore throat Dry irritating cough Especially in young children also digestive problems such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea Other complaints (see flu) Complications The course is usually benign, mild to moderate, and self-limiting. Rarely, however, a severe and life-threatening course is … Swine Flu (Influenza A/H1N1/2009)

Scopolamine Butyl Bromide

Products Scopolamine butylbromide is available worldwide in the form of dragées, suppositories, and as a solution for injection. It has been commercially available in Germany and in many countries since 1952 (Buscopan, Boehringer Ingelheim) in the form of the dragées and suppositories even without a doctor’s prescription. In some countries, a combination with the analgesic … Scopolamine Butyl Bromide