The petrosal major nerve is a nerve pathway in the face and forms a branch of the facial nerve. For the most part, it carries parasympathetic nerve fibers, but it also carries some sensory fibers. As part of the parasympathetic nervous system, the petrosal major nerve is subject to the action of parasympathomimetics and parasympatholytics. … Greater Petrosal Nerve: Structure, Function & Diseases
Products Atropine is commercially available in the form of eye drops, drops, and as a solution for injection. It has been approved in many countries since 1987. Medicinal plants containing atropine have been used medicinally for much longer. Structure and properties Atropine (C17H23NO3, Mr = 289.4 g/mol) is a tertiary amine and belongs to the … Atropine
Products Norepinephrine is commercially available as a solution for injection in many countries. It is also known as norepinephrine. Structure and properties Norepinephrine (C8H11NO3, Mr = 169.2 g/mol) is a demethylated epinephrine. It is present in drugs as noradrenaline tartrate, a white crystalline powder that is readily soluble in water. Effects Norepinephrine (ATC C01CA03) has … Norepinephrine
Background Opioids have been used as painkillers for thousands of years. Initially in the form of opium, the dried milky sap of the opium poppy L. (Papaveraceae). In the early 19th century, the pure opium alkaloid morphine was isolated for the first time and later administered with the newly invented hypodermic needle. In the 20th … Opioids: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses
Oakleaf poison ivy – better known as poison ivy – is a species of plant in the genus Toxicidendron. The plant belongs to the Simach family (Anacardiaceae) and, despite its toxicity, is used in homeopathy as a medicinal plant. In this regard, its effectiveness in small doses has been confirmed by various authors. Occurrence and … Oak-leaved Poison Ivy: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Products Oxybutynin is commercially available in tablet form and as a transdermal patch (Ditropan, Kentera). It has been approved in many countries since 1988, and the transdermal patch has been available since 2007. Extemporaneous formulations are also produced; see Intravesical oxybutynin solution (for use in the urinary bladder). Other dosage forms have been released in … Oxybutynin
Symptoms The possible symptoms and consequences of datura poisoning include: Dry mouth, dry skin and mucous membranes, thirst, difficulty speaking and swallowing. Dilation of the pupils Visual disturbances, sensitivity to light Urinary retention, constipation, nausea and vomiting. Feeling of heat, increased temperature, flush Rapid pulse, palpitations, low blood pressure. Movement disorders, rapid breathing rate Hallucinations … Datura Poisoning
Effects mydriatic: dilating the pupil Indications Glaucoma In eye diagnostics Active substances Parasympatholytics: Atropine (various) Cyclopentolate (cyclogyl) Tropicamide (Mydriaticum Dispersa) Sympathomimetics
Definition Eye drops are sterile, aqueous or oily solutions or suspensions of one or more active ingredients for dropwise application to the eye. They may contain excipients. Aqueous preparations in multi-dose containers must contain a suitable preservative if the preparation is not itself sufficiently antimicrobial. Eye drops without preservatives must be marketed in single-dose containers. … Eye Drops for Dry, Red, Pink or Itchy Eyes
Retinopathy of prematurity (retinopathia praematurorum) is a vascular proliferation of the retinal tissue (retina) that can occur in premature babies, especially babies born before 32 weeks’ gestation (SSW). Retinopathy of prematurity is classified into type 1 and type 2 and can be detected and treated early using screening tests. What is retinopathy of prematurity? Retinopathy … Retinopathy of Prematurity (Retinopathia Praematurorum): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Midodrine, known by the trade name Gutron, is used as a drug to treat orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure). It is a so-called prodrug whose breakdown product (desglymidodrine) is the actual active ingredient. What is midodrine? Midodrine is used as a drug to treat orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure). After use, midodrine is converted to … Midodrine: Effects, Uses & Risks
Iridocyclitis is simultaneous inflammation of the iris and ciliary body. There are many causes and specialist treatment is always required. Visual impairment and even total blindness are a consequence of iridocyclitis without early healing. What is iridocyclitis? Iridocyclitis is an inflammation inside the eye. It affects the iris on one side and the ciliary body … Iridocyclitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
