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Nystatin: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Products Nystatin is commercially available as a monopreparation as an oral suspension (Mycostatin, Multilind). Combination preparations are also available. Nystatin has been approved in many countries since 1967. Structure and properties Nystatin (C47H75NO17, Mr = 926 g/mol) is a fungicidal substance obtained from certain strains of by fermentation. It consists largely of tetraenes, the major … Nystatin: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Moxifloxacin

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

Vaginal Fungus

Symptoms Acute, uncomplicated vaginal mycosis occurs more frequently in women of childbearing age. In contrast, it is rare in girls and postmenopausal women. About 75% of all women contract vaginal mycosis once in their lives. The clinical manifestation varies. Possible symptoms include: Itching and burning (leading symptoms). Inflammation of the vagina and vulva with symptoms … Vaginal Fungus

Oral Thrush

Symptoms Oral thrush is an infection of the mouth and throat with Candida fungi. Different manifestations are distinguished. The actual oral thrush is usually called acute pseudomembranous candidiasis. The leading symptom is the white to yellowish, small-spotted, partially intermingled coating of the mucous membranes in the mouth and throat area. It consists of epithelial cells, … Oral Thrush

Hoarseness Causes and Remedies

Symptoms Hoarseness describes a change in voice quality. The voice may sound smoky, noisy, strained, raspy, trembling, or weak. Causes The larynx is made up of cartilage, muscle, and mucosa. It is innervated by the vagus nerve. If any of these elements is disturbed, hoarseness may result. 1. inflammation (laryngitis): Viral infections, for example, a … Hoarseness Causes and Remedies

Acute Sinusitis

Anatomical background Humans have 4 sinuses, the maxillary sinuses, the frontal sinuses, the ethmoid sinuses, and the sphenoid sinuses. They are connected to the nasal cavity by 1-3 mm narrow bony openings called ostia and are lined with a thin respiratory epithelium with goblet cells and seromucous glands. The ciliated hairs provide clearance of mucus … Acute Sinusitis

Triamcinolone Acetonide Nasal Spray

Products Triamcinolone acetonide nasal sprays have been approved in many countries since 1996 and are commercially available as propellant-free metered-dose sprays (Nasacort, Nasacort Allergo, Suspension). Structure and properties Triamcinolone acetonide (C24H31FO6, Mr = 434.5 g/mol) is a white crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. It is a lipophilic and potent derivative of triamcinolone. … Triamcinolone Acetonide Nasal Spray

Azole Antifungals

Products Azole antifungals are approved in many countries for both topical and systemic treatment. They are available in numerous dosage forms-including creams, an oral gel, powders, sprays, tablets, capsules, injectables, vaginal creams, and vaginal tablets. The first azole antifungal came on the market in the 1950s. Structure and properties The name azole refers to heterocycles … Azole Antifungals

Intertrigo

Symptoms Intertrigo (Latin for “rubbed sore”) is a common inflammatory skin condition that occurs on opposite skin surfaces in skin folds. It is initially manifested by a mild to severe redness that is approximately mirror image on both sides of the skin fold. It is often accompanied by itching, rash, burning sensation and pain. Papules … Intertrigo

Cefuroxime

Products Cefuroxime is commercially available as film-coated tablets, powder for suspension, and injectable (Zinat, Zinacef, Aprokam, generics). It has been approved in many countries since 1988. Structure and properties Cefuroxime (C16H15N4NaO8S, Mr = 446.4 g/mol) is present in peroral drugs in the form of the acetoxyethyl ester prodrug cefuroxime axetil, a white powder that is … Cefuroxime

Micafungin

Products Micafungin is commercially available as a powder for the preparation of an infusion solution (Mycamine). It was approved in many countries in 2012. Structure and properties Micafungin (C56H70N9NaO23S, Mr = 1292.3 g/mol) is a complex molecule obtained as a derivative of a fermentation product of the fungus F-11899. It is present in the drug … Micafungin

Miconazole Mouth Gel

Products Miconazole has been approved in many countries since 1981 in the form of an oral gel (Daktarin Oral Gel). Structure and properties Miconazole (C18H14Cl4N2O, Mr = 416.1 g/mol) is an imidazole derivative. It exists in the gel as a base. Effects Miconazole (ATC A01AB09) has antifungal properties against yeasts (Candida), dermatophytes, and other fungi. … Miconazole Mouth Gel