Diaphoretics

Effects Diaphoretics are diaphoretic drugs. Active ingredients Parasympathomimetics: Pilocarpine tablets Herbal diaphoretics: Cayenne pepper, capsaicin Elderberry Chamomile Linden Pilocarpus Tea blends: Diaphoretic tea (Species diaphoreticae).

Urinary Incontinence: Causes and Treatment

Symptoms Urinary incontinence manifests as involuntary leakage of urine. The common problem poses a psychosocial challenge for those affected, which can lead to changes in personal activities and a loss of quality of life. Risk factors include female gender, age, obesity, and numerous medical conditions. Causes Urinary incontinence can occur as a result of pathologic, … Urinary Incontinence: Causes and Treatment

Histamine Neurotransmitter

Structure and properties Histamine (C5H10N3, Mr = 111.15 g/mol) is a biogenic amine (decarboxylated histidine). It is formed by L-histidine decarboxylase and plays a central role as a mediator in allergic reactions and in the immune system. It is found in mast cells, basophils, platelets and some neurons, where it is stored in vesicles and … Histamine Neurotransmitter

Postherpetic Neuralgia

Symptoms Postherpetic neuralgia manifests as localizable and unilateral pain in the area that was affected by shingles, increased tenderness (allodynia1) and pruritus. The pain character is described as itchy, burning, sharp, stabbing, and throbbing, among others. The discomfort occurs even though the shingles has healed and can sometimes last for months and even years. The … Postherpetic Neuralgia

Capsaicin: Effects, Uses & Risks

Capsaicin is an alkaloid of peppers. The biological substance is known as a food seasoning, but is also used in phytomedicine. Irritation of heat receptors is the main effect of capsaicin. What is capsaicin? Capsaicin is an alkaloid of peppers. Irritation of heat receptors is the main effect of capsaicin, such as heat patches. Capsaicin … Capsaicin: Effects, Uses & Risks