Decongestant Nasal Sprays

Products Numerous nasal sprays containing vasoconstrictive agents are commercially available. Among the best known are xylometazoline (Otrivin, generic) and oxymetazoline (Nasivin). In addition to sprays, nasal drops and nasal gels are also available. Decongestants for the nose have been available since the early 20th century (Sneader, 2005). As early as the 1940s, rhinitis medicamentosa was … Decongestant Nasal Sprays

Sjögren’s Syndrome: Causes and Treatment

Symptoms The two leading symptoms of Sjögren’s syndrome (pronounced “Schögren”) are dry mouth and dry eyes with associated symptoms such as conjunctivitis, difficulty swallowing and speaking, gingivitis, and tooth decay. The nose, throat, skin, lips and vagina are also frequently dry. In addition, many other organs may be affected less frequently and include muscle and … Sjögren’s Syndrome: Causes and Treatment

Lipid Pneumonia

Symptoms Lipid pneumonia manifests as nonspecific symptoms such as chronic cough, sputum, hemoptysis, respiratory distress (dyspnea), fever (intermittent), chest pain, and weight loss due to increased work of breathing in hypoxia. Possible complications include superinfections. The disease was first described by G.F. Laughlen in 1925. He published two cases caused by ingestion of kerosene and … Lipid Pneumonia

Olopatadine

Products Olopatadine is commercially available in the form of eye drops (Opatanol). It has been approved in many countries since 2003. Structure and properties Olopatadine (C21H23NO3, Mr = 337.41 g/mol) is present in drugs as olopatadine hydrochloride. It is a dihydrodibenzoxepin derivative with a tricyclic structure. Effects Olopatadine (ATC S01GX09) has antihistamine, antiallergic, and mast … Olopatadine

Ems Salt

Products Emser salt is commercially available as a powder, in the form of lozenges, as a throat spray, nasal drops, as a nasal spray and nasal ointment, among others. These are approved medicinal products and medical devices. The salt has been registered in many countries since 1934. Ems salt comes from a hot thermal spring … Ems Salt

Nasal Sprays

Products Nasal sprays are very widely used and there are many different products on the market, which are approved drugs or medical devices (see below). Nasal sprays are also manufactured in pharmacies. Structure and properties Nasal sprays are solutions, emulsions, or suspensions intended for spraying into the nasal cavities. They may contain one or more … Nasal Sprays

Xylometazoline

Products Xylometazoline is commercially available in the form of nasal sprays and as nasal drops (Otrivin, generics, combination products, for example with dexpanthenol). It was developed at Ciba and has been approved in many countries since 1958. Structure and properties Xylometazoline is present in drugs as xylometazoline hydrochloride (C16H24N2 – HCl, Mr = 280.8 g/mol), … Xylometazoline

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

Tixocortolpivalate

Products Tixocortolpivalate is commercially available in combination with neomycin as a nasal spray (Pivalone). It has been approved in many countries since 1986. Structure and properties Tixocortolpivalate (C21H30O4S, Mr = 378.5 g/mol) is a 21-thiosteroid. Effects Tixocortolpivalate (ATC R01AD07) has anti-inflammatory and antiallergic properties. The effects are due to binding to intracellular glucocorticoid receptors. Indications … Tixocortolpivalate

Sodium Chloride

Products Pharmacopeia-grade sodium chloride is available in pharmacies and drugstores. Available medications include, for example, nasal sprays, irrigation solutions, injection, infusion, and inhalation solutions. Structure and properties The officinal sodium chloride (NaCl, Mr = 58.44 g/mol) exists as a white crystalline powder, colorless crystals, or white beads. It is slightly soluble in water, practically insoluble … Sodium Chloride

Dry Nose: Causes, Treatment & Help

The term dry nose does not stand for an independent disease, but is a symptom that can indicate various diseases. The causes often lie in infections, so that usually other complaints are added. The treatment of a dry nose is uncomplicated in most cases. What is a dry nose? The cause of a dry nose … Dry Nose: Causes, Treatment & Help

Dry Nose

Symptoms Possible symptoms associated with dry nasal mucosa include crusting, the formation of mucus with a high viscosity, nosebleeds, rhinitis, disorders of the sense of smell, inflammation, and obstruction, i.e., restricted nasal breathing. Itching and mild burning may also occur, according to the literature. The stuffy nose is very uncomfortable, especially at night, and can … Dry Nose