Products Carvedilol is commercially available in tablet form (Dilatrend, generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1995. Carvedilol is also combined with ivabradine fixed (Carivalan). Structure and properties Carvedilol (C24H26N2O4, Mr = 406.5 g/mol) is a racemate, with both enantiomers participating in the pharmacological effects. It exists as a white crystalline powder that … Carvedilol
Products Propafenone is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Rytmonorm). It has been approved in many countries since 1983. Structure and properties Propafenone (C21H27NO3, Mr = 341.4 g/mol) is present in the drug as propafenone hydrochloride, colorless crystals or a white crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in water. The substance has a … Propafenone
Products Beta-blockers are available in many countries in the form of tablets, film-coated tablets, sustained-release tablets, as capsules, solution, eye drops, and as injection and infusion solutions. Propranolol (Inderal) was the first representative of this group to appear on the market in the mid-1960s. Today, the most important active ingredients include atenolol, bisoprolol, metoprolol and … Beta Blocker Effects and Side Effects
Procainamide is a drug belonging to the group of antiarrhythmic drugs. The substance is used primarily in the therapy of cardiac arrhythmias. What is procainamide? Procainamide is a class Ia antiarrhythmic drug. These worsen the excitability of heart cells, leading to prolongation of the action potential. As a result, the heart cells are not as … Procainamide: Effects, Uses & Risks
Products Local anesthetics are commercially available as injectables, in the form of creams, ointments, gels, plasters, lozenges, throat sprays, and gargle solutions, among others (selection). The first active ingredient from this group was cocaine, used in the 19th century by Carl Koller and Sigmund Freud; see also Sigmund Freud and cocaine. Local anesthetics are also … Local Anesthetics Effects and Side Effects
Products Encainid is no longer registered in many countries. Enkaid capsules are also out of commerce in the United States. Structure and properties Encainide (C22H28N2O2, Mr = 352.5 g/mol) is present in drugs as encainide hydrochloride, a white substance which is readily soluble in water. Effects Encainide (ATC C01BC08) has antiarrhythmic properties. Indications For the … Encainid
Products Omega-3 fatty acids are usually administered in the form of softgels. Oils for oral use are also available. Some foods are rich in omega-3 fatty acids (see below). Structure and properties The most important omega-3 fatty acids include eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). They are polyunsaturated and long-chain fatty acids (PUFA: PolyUnsaturated … Omega 3 Fatty Acids Health Benefits
Products Fish oil is available in the form of soft capsules from various suppliers, such as Alpinamed, Biorganic, Burgerstein or Phytomed. Fish oil can also be supplied to the body through regular consumption of fish. At least one to two fish meals per week are recommended. Structure and properties Fish oil is a purified, winterized … Fish Oil
Products Sotalol is commercially available in tablet form (generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1980. The original Sotalex is out of commerce. Structure and properties Sotalol (C12H20N2O3S, Mr = 272.4 g/mol) is present in drugs as sotalol hydrochloride, a racemate and white powder that is readily soluble in water. Sotalol is a … Sotalol
Stem plant Vahl, Rubiaceae, China tree. Medicinal drug Cinchonae cortex – cinchona bark: the whole or cut bark of Vahl ( Pavon), of (Weddell), of (Moens ex Trimen), of their varieties and hybrids (PhEur). The PhEur requires a minimum content of alkaloids. Preparations Cinchonae extractum ethanolicum liquidum Ingredients Alkaloids: quinine, quinidine, cinchonine, cinchonidine. Tannins Effects … Chinese Tree
Products Quinidine is no longer registered as a drug in many countries. Kinidine Duriles is out of commerce. Structure and properties Quinidine (C20H24N2O2, Mr = 324.4 g/mol) is present in drugs as quinidine sulfate, a white crystalline powder or fine, silky, colorless needles, which are sparingly soluble in water. Effects Quinidine (ATC C01BA01) has antiarrhythmic … Quinidine
Products Dronedarone is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Multaq). It was approved in 2009, first in the United States, then in Canada, in many countries, and in November throughout the European Union. Structure and properties Dronedarone (C31H44N2O5S, Mr = 556.76 g/mol) is a benzofuran derivative and an analog of the antiarrhythmic drug … Dronedarone
