Effects Nifedipine is an active ingredient of the dihydropyridine group and has a relaxing effect on vascular smooth muscle. When used topically or orally, it dilates blood vessels, improves blood flow and thus wound healing, is anti-inflammatory, and relieves anal sphincter spasms. Dihydropyridines inhibit the influx of calcium into smooth muscle cells by inhibiting L-type … Nifedipine Cream for Anal Fissure
Products Isosorbide mononitrate was commercially available in the form of divisible extended-release tablets (Corangin). It was approved in many countries in 1987 and was withdrawn from the market in 2014. Other nitrates can be used as substitutes, such as isosorbide dinitrate. Structure and properties Isosorbide mononitrate (C6H9NO6, Mr = 191.1 g/mol) is an organic nitrate. … Isosorbide Mononitrate
Cholinesterases are enzymes that are formed in the liver. They are important for laboratory diagnosis. What are cholinesterases? Cholinesterase (ChE) is an enzyme produced within the liver. It belongs to group III of the hydrolases. Thus, the enzyme catalyzes the hydrolytic cleavage of the ester bond that occurs between the carboxy group of an organic … Cholinesterases: Function & Diseases
Products Isradipine is commercially available in capsule form (Lomir SRO). It has been approved in many countries since 1991. Structure and properties Isradipine (C19H21N3O5, Mr = 371.4 g/mol) is a racemate. It exists as a yellow crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. Effects Isradipine (ATC C08CA03) has antihypertensive properties. Its effects are due … Isradipine
The sarcomere is a small functional unit within the muscle: Lined up one behind the other, they form the filament-like myofibrils that are grouped together to form muscle fibers. Electrical stimulation by nerve cells causes the filaments within a sarcomere to push into each other, causing the muscle to contract. What is the sarcomere? There … Sarcomere: Structure, Function & Diseases
Sitting at the computer for long periods of time, a strenuous car ride, an uncomfortable bed: neck tension has many causes, usually occurs unexpectedly and can be very annoying. The pain in the neck can radiate into the shoulders and the back of the head. Sometimes neck tension disappears quickly on its own, but sometimes … Neck Tension: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Products Sildenafil is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets and as a solution for injection (Viagra, Revatio, generics). It has been approved in many countries since 1998. Generics went on sale July 22, 2013, and the patent expired June 21. Pfizer launched auto-generic sildenafil Pfizer, identical to the original, back in May. In … Sildenafil
Alfuzosin has been on the market for 30 years and is a proven treatment for prostatic hyperplasia. The alpha blocker relaxes the muscles of the prostate gland, leading to easier urination, and can be used in both mild and severe cases. What is alfuzosin? Alfuzosin relaxes the muscles of the prostate and urethra, urinary flow … Alfuzosin: Effects, Uses & Risks
Products Amyl nitrite is commercially available in the form of ampoules (Amyle Nitrite Inhalant USP). The product, available in many countries, is imported from abroad and is not officially approved as a drug. Amyl nitrite is included in the Federal Office of Public Health‘s antidote list and must be stocked in hospitals for the treatment … Amyl Nitrite
A cardiac arrhythmia, or heart palpitations, is a disturbance of the normal heartbeat sequence caused by non-regular processes in the formation and conduction of excitation in the heart muscle. Cardiac arrhythmias occur quite frequently. The heart of an adult beats on average one hundred thousand times per day. The fact that the heart beats faster … Cardiac Arrhythmias: Causes, Treatment & Help
Many people suffer from heart pain. Those affected notice these impairments to a greater or lesser extent at short or longer intervals. This contributes to the fact that the vast majority do not consult the doctor immediately in case of heart pain. What is heart pain? Heart pain is reported by sufferers as either painful … Heart Pain: Causes, Treatment & Help
Elecampane belongs to the genus of elecampane. It has been used as a medicinal plant since ancient times. Occurrence and cultivation of elecampane Elecampane is a herbaceous perennial plant that can reach a maximum growth height of two meters. A striking feature of the medicinal herb is its yellow flower heads. Elecampane (Inula helenium) is … Elecampane: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
