Products Lysozyme is mainly commercialized in medicines for sore throat, e.g., Lysopain and Sangerol. Structure and properties Lysozyme is an endogenous mucopolysaccharidase (protein, enzyme) found in saliva and elsewhere. It is composed of 129 amino acids. Effects Lysozyme (ATC A01AB11) has bactericidal, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties. Indications Acute inflammatory conditions of the mouth and throat, … Lysozyme
Products APN01 is in clinical development at Apeiron Biologics. Structure and properties APN01 is a recombinant, soluble, and human angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2). Effects APN01 functions as a false receptor for the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of the viral disease Covid-19. SARS-CoV-2 uses ACE2 for attachment and entry into host cells. APN01 is a … APN01 (Recombinant ACE2)
Products Carmustine is commercially available in many countries as a powder and solvent for the preparation of an infusion solution (BiCNU). An implant is also available in some countries (Gliadel). Structure and properties Carmustine (C5H9Cl2N3O2, Mr = 214.0 g/mol) belongs to the nitrosoureas. It exists as a yellowish, granular powder that is very sparingly soluble … Carmustine
Signal transduction is the transmission of external and internal stimuli in the organism. Receptor proteins, second messengers, and enzymes are primarily involved in this signal transduction. Defects in signal transduction underlie most diseases, such as cancer and autoimmune diseases. What is signal transduction? By means of physiological signal transduction or signal transduction, body cells respond … Signal Transduction: Function, Role & Diseases
To perform their function in the body, some cells must move from one place to another. During this cell migration, they make use of cellular structures while being attracted to foreign substances. Misdirected cells contribute to the development and exacerbation of diseases such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, and atherosclerosis. What is cell migration? The term … Cell Migration: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Cell metabolism is the basis of all vital and biochemical processes in the body that take place inside and also outside a cell. Everything the body takes in must be processed and transformed, eventually broken down, to be used for energy and to renew and build up the various body components such as cell walls, … Cell Metabolism: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
Elizabethkingia is a Gram-negative bacterium in the Flavobacteria family. The bacterium, like the multitude of other species of Flavobacteria, is almost ubiquitous in soils and in water bodies. Occasionally, the species Elizabethkingia meningoseptica occurs as a causative agent of meningitis in premature infants, babies and young children. Since November 2015, a mysterious wave of infection … Elizabethkingia: Infection, Transmission & Diseases
Chelation therapy is used to detoxify the body in acute and severe chronic heavy metal poisoning. However, this method is controversial for use in minor poisoning and prevention of arteriosclerosis. What is chelation therapy? Chelation therapy is used to detoxify the body in acute and severe chronic heavy metal poisoning. Chelation therapy is a method … Chelation Therapy: Treatment, Effects & Risks
Most common mechanism of action Most drugs bind to a macromolecular target structure called a drug target. These are usually proteins such as receptors, transporters, channels, and enzymes, or nucleic acids. For example, opioids interact with endogenous opioid receptors to relieve pain. Targets can also be exogenous structures. Penicillins inhibit bacterial enzymes responsible for building … Mechanism of Action
Intermediary metabolism is also referred to as intermediate metabolism. It involves all metabolic processes at the interface of anabolic and catabolic metabolism. Disorders of intermediate metabolic processes are usually due to enzymatic defects and manifest predominantly as storage diseases. What is intermediate metabolism? Intermediate metabolism is all metabolic processes at the interface of anabolic and … Intermediary Metabolism: Function, Role & Diseases
Insect repellents keep annoying insects at bay. Insects are not only annoying, they are partly also harmful. But the insect repellents must be used wisely. Especially on vacation, the means are often indispensable. What are insect repellents? Insect repellents keep annoying insects at bay. Insect repellents are in different dosage forms on the market. Sprays … Insect Repellent: Applications & Health Benefits
Insect sprays are used to repel harmful insects. However, their use should always be done with caution. What is an insect spray? Insect sprays are used to repel harmful insects. Under an insect spray is understood a means that serves to repel insects. These are usually aerosol containers that deliver a chemical insecticide. Spraying kills … Insect Spray: Applications & Health Benefits
