Zidovudine (AZT)

Products Zidovudine is commercially available as film-coated tablets, capsules, and syrup (Retrovir AZT, combination products). It was approved in 1987 as the first AIDS drug. Structure and properties Zidovudine (C10H13N5O4, Mr = 267.2 g/mol) or 3-azido-3-deoxythymidine (AZT) is an analog of thymidine. It exists as an odorless, white to beige, crystalline substance that is soluble … Zidovudine (AZT)

Goat Butter Ointment

Products In many countries, Caprisana, among other products, is available in pharmacies and drugstores. Structure and properties Goat butter is made from goat milk and consists of the milk fat. In addition to butter, ointments usually contain essential oils and excipients. Effects Goat butter ointments (ATC M02AX10) have circulation-enhancing, skin-conditioning, and pain-relieving properties. Indications For … Goat Butter Ointment

Zileuton

Products Zileuton is commercially available in the United States in tablet and powder form (Zyflo). It is not currently approved in many countries. Structure and properties Zileuton (C11H12N2O2S, Mr = 236.3 g/mol) is an almost odorless, white, crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. It exists as a racemate. Both enantiomers are pharmacologically active. … Zileuton

Cinnamaldehyde

Products Cinnamaldehyde is found, for example, in cinnamon bark, cinnamon oil, cosmetics, personal care products and foods. Structure Cinnamaldehyde (C9H8O, Mr = 132.2 g/mol) exists as a yellow and viscous liquid with an odor of cinnamon that is sparingly soluble in water. It is a natural substance found in cinnamon and its essential oil and … Cinnamaldehyde

Oxibendazole

Products Oxibendazole is commercially available as an oral paste (Equitac). It has been approved in many countries since 1988. Structure and properties Oxibendazole (C12H15N3O3, Mr = 249.3 g/mol) is a benzimidazole derivative. Effects Oxibendazole (ATCvet QP52AC07) is antihelminthic. Indications For treatment of worm infestation in horses and ponies (nematodes, ).

Catarrh Dissolving Salt Mixture

Products Catarrh dissolving salt mixture is available in pharmacies and drugstores. Specialty retailers can make the mixture themselves or order it from specialized service providers. Production Sodium hydrogen carbonate (355) 69.0 g Sodium chloride (355) 28.0 g Anhydrous sodium sulfate (355) 1.5 g Potassium sulfate (355) 1.5 g The salts are mixed. Structure and properties … Catarrh Dissolving Salt Mixture

Oxiconazole

Products Oxiconazole was commercially available in the form of vaginal tablets (Oceral). It was approved in many countries since 1983. It was discontinued in 2017. Structure and properties Oxiconazole (C18H13Cl4N3O, Mr = 429.1 g/mol) is present in drugs as oxiconazole nitrate. It is an imidazole derivative. Effects Oxiconazole (ATC D01AC11, ATC G01AF17) has antifungal properties … Oxiconazole

Keratolytics

Effects Keratolytic: soften and loosen skin, nails and calluses Indications Depending on the substance and dosage form: Acne Scab Corns, calluses Warts Dandruff Active ingredients Allantoin Benzoyl peroxide Urea Potassium iodide ointment Lactic acid Resorcinol Retinoids Salicylic acid, e.g., triple ointment, salicylaseline Selenium disulfide See also Cuticle cream

Oxilofrin

Products Medicines containing oxilofrine are not commercially available in many countries. In some countries, it has been marketed in the form of drops and dragées (Carnigen). Structure and properties Oxilofrin (C10H15NO2, Mr = 181.2 g/mol) is present in drugs as oxilofrine hydrochloride and is also known as methylsynephrine. It is structurally related to ephedrine and … Oxilofrin

Oxazepam: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Products Oxazepam is commercially available in tablet form (Seresta, Anxiolit). It has been approved in many countries since 1966. Structure and properties Oxazepam (C15H11ClN2O2, Mr = 286.7 g/mol) is a racemate. It exists as a white crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. Effects Oxazepam (ATC N05BA04) has antianxiety, sedative, sleep-inducing, anticonvulsant, and muscle … Oxazepam: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Oxazolidinones

Effects Oxazolidinones have antibacterial activity against aerobic Gram-positive bacteria and anaerobic microorganisms. They bind to bacterial ribosomes and prevent the formation of a functional 70S initiation complex, and thus an essential step during the translation process. Indications For the treatment of bacterial infectious diseases. Active ingredients Linezolid (Zyvoxide) Tedizolid (Sivextro)

Manganese

Products Manganese is found in multivitamin supplements and dietary supplements, among other products. In English, it is referred to as manganese. It should not be confused with magnesium. Structure and properties Manganese (Mn) is a chemical element with atomic number 25 and atomic mass of 54.94 u, belonging to the transition metals. It exists as … Manganese