Peanut Allergy

Symptoms Peanut allergy most commonly affects the skin, digestive tract, and respiratory system. Possible symptoms include: Rhinitis, stuffy nose Itching Hives Skin redness Swelling, angioedema Nausea and vomiting Abdominal cramps Diarrhea Cough, whistling breathing Tightness in the throat, larynxoedema. Voice changes Peanuts are among the food allergens that most commonly cause severe anaphylactic reactions, which … Peanut Allergy

Quinapril

Products Quinapril is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets as a monopreparation (Accupro) and as a fixed combination with hydrochlorothiazide (Accuretic, Quiril comp). It has been approved in many countries since 1989. Generic versions are registered. Structure and properties Quinapril (C25H30N2O5, Mr = 438.5 g/mol) is present in drugs as quinapril hydrochloride, a … Quinapril

Olmesartan

Products Olmesartan is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Olmetec, Votum, fixed combinations with amlodipine and hydrochlorothiazide). It has been approved in many countries since 2005. Generics were registered in 2016 and went on sale in 2017. Structure and properties Olmesartan is present in drugs as olmesartan medoxomil (C29H30N6O6, Mr = 558.6 g/mol), … Olmesartan

Insect Bites

Symptoms Three different main courses can be distinguished: 1. A mild, local reaction manifests as burning, pain, itching, redness of the skin, and formation of a large wheal. The symptoms improve within 4-6 hours. 2. in a moderately severe course, there is a more severe local reaction, with symptoms such as reddening of the skin … Insect Bites

Lisinopril: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Products Lisinopril is commercially available in tablet form as a monopreparation (Zestril, generic) and as a fixed combination with hydrochlorothiazide (Zestoretic, generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1989. Structure and properties Lisinopril (C21H31N3O5, Mr = 405.49 g/mol) is present in drugs as lisinopril dihydrate, a white crystalline powder that is soluble in … Lisinopril: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Trandolapril

Products Trandolapril is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets in combination with verapamil (Tarka). It has been approved in many countries since 1994. The monopreparation Gopten was withdrawn from the market in 2014. Structure and properties Trandolapril (C24H34N2O5, Mr = 430.5 g/mol) exists as a white powder that is soluble in organic solvents. … Trandolapril

Enalapril: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Products Enalapril is commercially available in tablet form (Reniten, generics). It has been approved in many countries since 1984. The active ingredient is also combined fixed with hydrochlorothiazide. Structure and properties Enalapril (C20H28N2O5, 376.45 g/mol) is present in drugs as enalapril maleate, a white powder that is sparingly soluble in water. Enalapril is the prodrug … Enalapril: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Androgens: Steroid Hormones

Products Androgens are commercially available as oral tablets and capsules, transdermal gels and transdermal patches, and injectables, among others. Testosterone was first isolated in the 1930s. Structure and properties Androgens generally have a steroidal structure and are related to testosterone. They are steroid hormones that are often present as esters in drugs. Effects Androgens (ATC … Androgens: Steroid Hormones

Cilazapril

Products Cilazapril is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Inhibace). Fixed combinations with hydrochlorothiazide are available (Inhibace plus). Cilazapril has been approved in many countries since 1990. Structure and properties Cilazapril (C22H31N3O5, Mr = 417.5 g/mol) exists as a white crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in water. It is a prodrug that … Cilazapril

Danazol

Products Danazol was commercially available in many countries in the form of capsules and had been approved since 1977 (Danatrol). No finished drug products have since been registered. Structure and properties Danazol (C22H27NO2, Mr = 337.5 g/mol) is an isoxazole derivative of ethisterone related to testosterone. Danazol exists as a white to slightly yellow crystalline … Danazol