Products Misoprostol tablets for medication abortion were approved in many countries in 2015 (MisoOne). This article refers to abortion. In addition, other drugs exist with other indications (gastric protection, induction of labor). Structure and properties Misoprostol (C22H38O5, Mr = 382.5 g/mol) is a synthetic derivative of prostaglandin E1 and exists as a mixture of two … Misoprostol
Products Antacids are commercially available in the form of lozenges, chewable tablets, as a powder, and as a gel (suspension) for oral use, among others. Well-known brands in many countries include Rennie, Alucol, and Riopan. The first medicines were developed as early as the 19th century. Structure and properties The drugs contain active ingredients that … Antacids to Neutralise Stomach Acid
Products Pantoprazole is commercially available in the form of enteric-coated tablets and has been approved in many countries since 1997 (Pantozol, generic). Less commonly used are the granules and the injectable. Structure and properties Pantoprazole (C16H15F2N3O4S, Mr = 383.37 g/mol) is a benzimidazole derivative and a racemate. In tablets, it is present as sodium salt … Pantoprazole
Symptoms Knee osteoarthritis manifests itself as knee pain, which occurs primarily during physical activity and when the joint is under stress. They are often triggered at the beginning of movement (start-up pain), when climbing stairs, when standing up or when walking longer distances. Other complaints include limitation of mobility and quality of life, instability, an … Knee Osteoarthritis
Products Esomeprazole is commercially available as tablets, film-coated tablets, granules for oral suspension, and injectables (Nexium, generics). It has been approved in many countries since 2000. Generics entered the market in 2012. Fixed combinations: Naproxen and esomeprazole (Vimovo, 2011). Acetylsalicylic acid and esomeprazole (Axanum, 2012), not commercially available. Structure and properties Esomeprazole (C17H19N3O3S, Mr = … Esomeprazole
Products Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commercially available in many countries in the form of film-coated tablets, MUPS tablets, capsules, as granules for preparation of an oral suspension, and as injectable and infusion preparations. The first active ingredient from this group to be approved in many countries was omeprazole (Antra, Losec), developed by Astra in … Proton Pump Inhibitors
Symptoms Possible symptoms of acute back pain include muscle aches, tension, stabbing pain, limited mobility, and stiffness. The pain may radiate down the leg (sciatic pain), and patients may be unable to stand up straight. While acute pain is comparatively treatable, chronic back pain poses a serious quality of life and mental health problem and … Back Pain Causes and Treatment
Products Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are available in numerous dosage forms. These include film-coated tablets, tablets, sustained-release tablets, oral suspensions, oral granules, suppositories, NSAID eye drops, lozenges, emulsifying gels, and creams (selection). The first active ingredient from this group was salicylic acid, which was used medicinally in the 19th century in the form of the … NSAID
Products Ranitidine was commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets, effervescent tablets, and as a solution for injection and had been approved since 1981 (Zantic, generic). Currently, drugs containing ranitidine are no longer available in many countries. Starting in 1996, tablets for self-medication with 75 mg were released. However, they are now also no … Ranitidine: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses
Symptoms A fractured rib manifests as acute pain, most commonly with breathing, coughing, and pressure, and may be accompanied by a crunching sound. Possible complications and associated conditions include internal injury, pneumothorax, pneumonia, pulmonary contusion, respiratory failure, respiratory insufficiency, and hemorrhage. One or more ribs may be involved, and a rib may be broken more … Broken Ribs
Products H2 receptor antagonists were commercially available in many countries in tablet, effervescent tablet, and solution for injection forms, among others. Currently, no more drugs are available. Due to proton pump inhibitors (PPI), H2 antagonists have become less important. The first active ingredient, cimetidine (Tagamet), was developed in the 1960s and 70s under the leadership … H2 Receptor Antagonists
Products The fixed combination containing 81 mg acetylsalicylic acid and 20 mg esomeprazole was approved in many countries in June 2012 in capsule form (Axanum). In the EU, the drug has been registered since 2011. The amount of acetylsalicylic acid contained is less than in Aspirin cardio and generics, which usually contain 100 mg of … Acetylsalicylic Acid and Esomeprazole
