Products Rivaroxaban is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Xarelto, Xarelto vascular). It was approved in 2008 as the first agent in the direct factor Xa inhibitor group. Low-dose Xarelto vascular, 2.5 mg, was registered in many countries in 2019. Structure and properties Rivaroxaban (C19H18ClN3O5S, Mr = 435.9 g/mol) is a pure -enantiomer … Rivaroxaban
Products Minocycline is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Minocin). It has been approved in many countries since 1984. Minac capsules are out of commerce. Topical medicines are additionally available in some countries. Structure and properties Minocylcine (C23H27N3O7, Mr = 457.5 g/mol) is present in drugs as minocycline hydrochloride, a yellow, crystalline, hygroscopic … Minocycline
Products Krill oil is commercially available in many countries in the form of soft capsules (e.g. Novakrill, Alpinamed Krill Oil). They are dietary supplements and not registered drugs. Origin and properties Krill oil is extracted from Antarctic krill. This small crab, up to 7 cm in size, lives in huge swarms in the waters of … Krill Oil
Products Nadroparin is commercially available as a solution for injection (Fraxiparine, Fraxiforte). It has been approved in many countries since 1988. Structure and properties Nadroparin is present in the drug as nadroparin calcium. It is the calcium salt of a low-molecular-weight heparin obtained by depolymerization of heparin from the intestinal mucosa of pigs using nitrous … Nadroparin
Products Lymecycline is commercially available in the form of capsules (Tetralysal). It was approved in many countries in 2005. Structure and properties Lymecycline (C29H38N4O10, Mr = 602.6 g/mol) is a water-soluble prodrug of the antibiotic tetracycline with the amino acid lysine. Lymecycline is better absorbed than tetracycline. Effects Lymecycline (ATC J01AA04) has bacteriostatic properties against … Lymecycline
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 Moxifloxacin is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets, as an infusion solution, and eye drops (Avalox, Vigamox eye drops). It has been approved in many countries since 1999. Generic versions of the tablets went on sale in 2014. This article refers to oral administration; see also moxifloxacin eye drops. Structure and properties … Moxifloxacin
Symptoms The possible symptoms of a transient ischemic attack (TIA) include: Visual disturbances, temporary blindness Difficulty swallowing Sensory disturbances such as numbness or formication. Speech disorders Coordination disorders, loss of balance, paralysis. Behavioral disturbances, fatigue, drowsiness, agitation, psychosis, memory impairment. The symptoms occur suddenly, are transient and last only briefly, during a maximum of one … Transient Ischemic Attack
Products Gemfibrozil is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Gevilon, Gevilon Uno). It has been approved in many countries since 1985. Structure and properties Gemfibrozil (C15H22O3, Mr = 250.3 g/mol) exists as a white powder that is practically insoluble in water. Effects Gemfibrozil (ATC C10AB04) has lipid-lowering properties. It lowers VLDL, triglycerides, total … Gemfibrozil
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 In many countries, omega-3 fatty acids are marketed as drugs, foods, and dietary supplements. Some products are marketed specifically for pregnancy and lactation, such as Elevit Omega 3. Many multivitamin preparations for pregnancy do not contain omega-3 fatty acids. Structure and properties Among the most active omega-3 fatty acids are docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and … Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Pregnancy
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
