Hydrolase is a group of enzymes that hydrolytically cleaves substrates. Some hydrolases contribute to the normal functioning of the human body, for example, starch-cleaving amylase. Other hydrolases are involved in the development of disease and, like urease, are produced in bacteria. What is hydrolase? Hydrolases are enzymes that use water to cleave substrates. The substrate … Hydrolase: Function & Diseases
Sensitivity disorders are manifested by altered perception of physical sensations, such as numbness or undefinable pain. The causes can be numerous and must be diagnosed very accurately for a cure to occur. What are sensitivity disorders? The causes of a sensitivity disorder can range from temporary irritation of the nerves, to serious diseases of the … Sensitivity Disorders: Causes, Treatment & Help
Argininosuccinic acid disease is a metabolic disorder that is already congenital. It is caused by a defect in the enzyme argininosuccinate lyase. What is argininosuccinic acid disease? Argininosuccinic acid disease (argininosuccinaturia) is a congenital urea cycle defect. Urea, which is one of the organic compounds, is formed in the liver. Urea is of considerable importance … Argininosuccinic Acid Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Background The skin of jellyfish contains so-called cnidocytes, which are used against prey and enemies when they come into contact with the skin. When appropriately irritated, a cnidocyst is ejected at high speed like a kind of harpoon, injecting a venom deep into the victim’s skin. This venom causes mild to fatal toxic and allergic … Jellyfish Repellent
Products In many countries, human medicines with ammonium chloride as the active ingredient are no longer on the market. The salt is an ingredient in Mixtura solvens (Dissolving Mixture PH) and licorice. It used to be included in Bisolvon Linctus syrup along with bromhexine. In some countries, expectorants are available. Structure and properties Ammonium chloride … Ammonium Chloride
Products Ammonium nitrate is available as a pure substance in specialty stores. It is included in instant refrigerated bags sold as medical devices. Some products also contain calcium ammonium nitrate. Structure and properties Ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3, Mr = 80.04 g/mol) exists as a white, crystalline, and odorless powder that is readily soluble in water. Structure: … Ammonium Nitrate
The oil film of the skin is a chemical, slightly acidic fat-water layer on the surface of the skin, composed of the secretions of the sebaceous and sweat glands. This layer acts like a chemical barrier to pathogens. Skin that is too dry can break down this barrier function. What is the oil film? The … Fat Film: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
Products In many countries, finished medicines containing cocaine are currently no longer commercially available. However, they can be prepared as an extemporaneous prescription in a pharmacy. Cocaine is subject to the Narcotics Act and requires an aggravated prescription, but it is not banned as a drug. It is also sold as an illegal narcotic on … Cocaine: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses
Products Pegaspargase is commercially available as an injectable (Oncaspar). The drug was approved in the United States in 2006, in the EU in 2016, and in many countries in 2017. Structure and properties Pegaspargase (PEG-L-asparaginase) is the pegylated enzyme L-asparaginase. The PEG units are covalently attached to the enzyme. Effects Pegaspargase (ATC L01XX24) has antileukemic … Pegaspargases
Definition Amines are organic molecules containing nitrogen (N) atoms bonded to carbon or hydrogen atoms. They are formally derived from ammonia, in which hydrogen atoms have been replaced by carbon atoms. Primary amines: 1 carbon atom Secondary amines: 2 carbon atoms Tertiary amines: 3 carbon atoms The functional group is called the amino group, for … Amines
Definition On the one hand, drugs contain the active ingredients that mediate the pharmacological effects. On the other hand, they consist of excipients, which are used for the production or to support and regulate the drug effect. Placebos, which consist only of excipients and contain no active ingredients, are an exception. Excipients can be of … Auxiliary Materials
Products Staghorn salt is available, for example, in pharmacies and drugstores as open goods. Specialty retailers can order it from specialized suppliers. Structure and properties In a broader sense, staghorn salt is the ammonium salts of carbonic acid, ammonium hydrogen carbonate, ammonium carbonate or ammonium carbamate (SLMB). In practice, the pure ammonium hydrogen carbonate is … Staghorn Salt
