anticoagulants

Paracetamol: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Products Paracetamol is commercially available in the form of tablets, film-coated tablets, melting tablets, effervescent tablets, as granules, drops, syrups, suppositories, soft capsules, and infusion solution, among others (e.g., Acetalgin, Dafalgan, Panadol, and Tylenol). Paracetamol was not approved until the 1950s (Panadol, Tylenol), although it was developed in the 19th century. It has been registered … Paracetamol: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Garlic: Medicinal Uses

Products Preparations from garlic bulbs are commercially available in the form of dragées and capsules, among others. Garlic is also available in grocery stores, for example, fresh, dried and as a spice (granules, powder). It has been used as a remedy for thousands of years. Stem plant Garlic L. from the Amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae) is … Garlic: Medicinal Uses

Chloral Hydrate

Products Chloral hydrate was approved in many countries in 1954 and is commercially available as a solution (Nervifene). Other products such as Medianox and chloraldurate are no longer available. Structure and properties Chloral hydrate (C2H3Cl3O2, Mr = 165.4 g/mol) is in the form of colorless, transparent crystals that are very soluble in water. It has … Chloral Hydrate

Mercaptopurine

Poducts Mercaptopurine is commercially available in tablet and oral suspension form (Puri-Nethol, Xaluprine). The active ingredient has been approved in many countries since 1955. Structure and properties Mercaptopurine (C5H4N4S – H2O, Mr = 170.2 g/mol) exists as a yellow crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. It is an analog of the purine bases … Mercaptopurine

Heparin Sodium

Products Heparin sodium is applied primarily as a gel or ointment (eg, HepaGel, Lioton, Demovarin, combination products). This article refers to topical therapy. Heparin sodium is also injected parenterally. Structure and properties Heparin sodium is the sodium salt of a sulfated glycosaminoglycan found in mammalian tissues. It is obtained from the intestinal mucosa of pigs, … Heparin Sodium

Telogen Effluvium

Symptoms Telogen effluvium is a non-scarring, diffuse hair loss that occurs suddenly. More hairs than usual fall out all over the scalp hair. They are easily pulled out and left behind when brushing, showering or on the pillow. “Telogen” refers to the resting phase of the hair cycle, “effluvium” means increased hair loss see also … Telogen Effluvium

Cloves

Products Whole and powdered cloves and the clove oil are available in pharmacies and drugstores. The preparations are also included in some medicines, such as a gel for teething children, rheumatism ointments and mouthwash. Stem plant The clove tree from the myrtle family (Myrtaceae) is an evergreen tree native to the Moluccas in Indonesia and … Cloves

Phlebology: Treatment, Effect & Risks

Phlebology is a medical subspecialty that deals with venous disorders such as varicose veins, thrombosis or phlebitis. To make a diagnosis, phlebology uses standard procedures such as Doppler sonography or duplex sonography. Compression therapies and stripping are among the most important phlebological treatment measures. What is phlebology? Phlebology is a medical subspecialty that deals with … Phlebology: Treatment, Effect & Risks

What are Anticoagulants?

Anticoagulants are agents that inhibit blood clotting. Thus, they belong to the group of anticoagulants. In addition to anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, which prevent platelets from clumping together, also belong to the anticoagulants group. Anticoagulants for clotting disorders. Blood has the job of supplying our bodies with nutrients and oxygen. In order for it to reach … What are Anticoagulants?

Adverse Effects

Definition and examples Any pharmacologically active drug can also cause adverse drug reactions (ADRs). According to the WHO definition, these are harmful and unintended effects during intended use. In English, this is referred to as an (ADR). Typical adverse effects are: Headache, dizziness, sleep disturbance, fatigue, impaired reaction time. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, … Adverse Effects

Nimesulid

Products Nimesulide is commercially available as tablets and granules (Nisulide, Aulin). It has been approved in many countries since 1991. Nisulide gel is no longer available. Structure and properties Nimesulide (C13H12N2O5S, Mr = 308.3 g/mol) belongs to the sulfonanilide group. It exists as a yellowish crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. Effects Nimesulide … Nimesulid