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Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)

Products Vaginal suppositories containing dehydroepiandrosterone were registered in many countries in 2020 (Intrarosa). The active ingredient is referred to as prasterone in medications. Furthermore, an intramuscular injection solution containing the prodrug prasterone antate has been registered in many countries (Gynodian Depot). In the United States, dietary supplements (“dietary supplements”) containing dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) have been allowed … Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)

Delafloxacin

Products Delafloxacin was approved in the United States in 2017, in the EU in 2019, and in many countries in 2020 as a powder for a concentrate for solution for infusion and in tablet form (Quofenix). Structure and properties Delafloxacin (C18H12ClF3N4O4, Mr = 440.8 g/mol) belongs to the group of fluoroquinolones. It is present in … Delafloxacin

Buphenin

Products Buphenin was included in Arbid drops in combination with diphenylpyralin until late 2011. Structure and properties Buphenin (C19H25NO2, Mr = 299.41 g/mol), like other sympathomimetics, has structural similarity to catecholamines, for example, epinephrine. Effects Buphenine (ATC C04AA02) is β-sympathomimetic and thus vasodilatory and positively inotropic. Indications No longer commercially available in many countries for … Buphenin

Cleboprid

Products No drugs containing clebopride are on the market in many countries. Structure and properties Cleboprid (C20H24ClN3O2, Mr = 373.9 g/mol) is present in drugs as clebopride malate, a white crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in water. Clebopride is a substituted benzamide. Effects Clebopride (ATC A03FA06) has prokinetic and antiemetic properties. Indications For the … Cleboprid

Clemastine

Products Clemastine is commercially available in tablet form and as a solution for injection (Tavegyl). It has been approved in many countries since 1967. Tavegyl gel has been off the market since 2010 because of low demand. It can be replaced, for example, by a dimetindene maleate gel (Fenistil). Structure and properties Clemastine (C21H26ClNO, Mr … Clemastine

Clenbuterol

Products Clenbuterol is not commercially available as a human drug in many countries, but exclusively as a veterinary drug for the treatment of respiratory diseases (e.g., Ventipulmin ad us vet). It is available only on medical prescription. In other countries, clenbuterol is on the market in tablet and drop form (Spiropent). Structure and properties Clenbuterol … Clenbuterol

Budesonide (Inhalation)

Products Budesonide is commercially available as a monopreparation for inhalation as a powder inhaler and suspension (Pulmicort, generics). It is also combined fixed with formoterol (Symbicort Turbuhaler, Vannair Dosage Aerosol). This article refers to monotherapy. Budesonide has been approved in many countries since 1988. Structure and properties Budesonide (C25H34O6, Mr = 430.5 g/mol) is a … Budesonide (Inhalation)

Budesonide Nasal Spray

Products Budesonide nasal sprays have been approved in many countries since 1995 (Cortinasal, generic). Rhinocort nasal spray has not been marketed since 2018. Sales of the Rhinocort turbuhaler were discontinued in 2020. Structure and properties Budesonide (C25H34O6, Mr = 430.5 g/mol) is a racemate and exists as a white, crystalline, odorless, tasteless powder that is … Budesonide Nasal Spray

Citriodiol

Products Citriodiol is commercially available in the form of sprays (e.g. Anti-Brumm Naturel, Anti-Brumm Tick Stop + Icaridin), among others. Structure and properties Citriodiol is produced from an extract of leaves of lemon eucalyptus, also called (family: Myrtaceae). A major active ingredient is -menthane-3,8-diol (PMD, C10H20O2, Mr = 172.3 g/mol). Effects Citriodiol protects between 6-8 … Citriodiol

Budesonide Capsules

Products Budesonide sustained-release capsules have been approved in many countries since 1998 (Entocort CIR, Budenofalk). Structure and properties Budesonide (C25H34O6, Mr = 430.5 g/mol) is a racemate and exists as a white, crystalline, odorless, tasteless powder that is practically insoluble in water. Effects Budesonide (ATC R03BA02) has anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, and immunosuppressive properties. The effects are … Budesonide Capsules

Citronella Oil

Products Citronella oil is commercially available in the form of sprays, bracelets, fragrance lamps and as pure essential oil, among other products. Structure and properties Citronella oil is the essential oil obtained by steam distillation from the fresh or partially dried aerial parts of (PhEur). It exists as a pale yellow to brownish yellow liquid … Citronella Oil

Bufexamac

Products Bufexamac was on the market in many countries as a cream and as an ointment (Parfenac). Because the active ingredient frequently causes allergic contact dermatitis, distribution of the drugs was discontinued. Structure and properties Bufexamac or 2-(4-butoxyphenyl)–hydroxyacetamide (C12H17NO3, Mr = 223.3 g/mol) is a white to almost white crystalline powder that is practically insoluble … Bufexamac