Black Cumin: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits

The so-called true black cumin (lat. Nigella sativa) belongs to the family of buttercups and, contrary to its name, has nothing to do with the well-known spice caraway or cumin. Black cumin is known especially in the Islamic cultural circle, as its health-promoting properties are already mentioned in the Koran. Occurrence and cultivation of black … Black Cumin: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits

Retinopathia Centralis Serosa: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Retinopathia centralis serosa is often referred to as “manager’s disease” by ophthalmologists. The reason is that a lot of stress can trigger this vision disorder. In this case, a gray spot appears in the visual field, objects are seen distorted, and reading and recognizing colors are difficult. What is retinopathy centralis serosa? Retinopathia centralis serosa … Retinopathia Centralis Serosa: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Bismuth, Metronidazole, Tetracycline

Products The fixed combination Pylera with the active ingredients bismuth, metronidazole, and tetracycline was approved in many countries in 2017 in the form of hard capsules. In some countries, it was available much earlier, for example, in the United States since 2006. This treatment is the so-called bismuth quadruple therapy (“BMTO”), which was developed by … Bismuth, Metronidazole, Tetracycline

Amoxicillin (Amoxil)

Products Amoxicillin is commercially available in the form of tablets, film-coated tablets, dispersible tablets, as powder or granules for the preparation of a suspension, as an infusion and injection preparation, and as a veterinary drug. In addition to the original Clamoxyl, numerous generics are available today. Amoxicillin was launched in 1972 and has been approved … Amoxicillin (Amoxil)

Iron Deficiency Causes and Treatment

Background The iron content of an adult is about 3 to 4 g. In women, the value is somewhat lower than in men. About two-thirds is bound to heme as so-called functional iron, is present in hemoglobin, myoglobin, and in enzymes, and is essential for oxygen supply and metabolism. One-third is found in the iron … Iron Deficiency Causes and Treatment

Omeprazole: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Products Omeprazole is commercially available in tablet, capsule, and injection/infusion forms and has been approved in many countries since 1988. In addition to the original Antramups, generics and the -enantiomer esomeprazole (Nexium) are also commercially available. At the end of March 2010, after pantoprazole, omeprazole was also approved for self-medication in many countries. In the … Omeprazole: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Bad Breath

Symptoms Bad breath manifests itself in foul-smelling breath. The bad odor is also a psychosocial problem and can lower self-esteem, lead to feelings of shame, and make it difficult to communicate with others. Causes True, chronic bad breath originates from the oral cavity and mainly from the coating on the tongue in over 80 to … Bad Breath

Pantoprazole

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

Helicobacter Pylori Facts

Symptoms Infection with is an important factor in the development of gastritis, gastric and intestinal ulcers, gastric carcinoma, and MALT lymphoma. In contrast, no clinical symptoms are observed in the majority of patients. The acute stage of infection may manifest as gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and pain in the upper abdomen. Causes The … Helicobacter Pylori Facts

Vitamin B12 Deficiency Causes

Background Vitamin B12 can be produced exclusively by microorganisms and is found primarily in animal sources of protein, such as meat, liver, kidney, fish, oysters, milk, in dairy products and egg yolks. It plays an essential role in DNA synthesis, the formation of red blood cells and mucous membranes, and in myelination in the nervous … Vitamin B12 Deficiency Causes

Gram Staining: Differences Between Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria

Views Gram-positive bacteria Appear blue after Gram staining Have a thick cell wall with multilayered murein Possess pondonic acids anchored in the cell wall Have only one membrane (cytoplasmic membrane), into which lipoteichoic acids are anchored. Due to the lack of an outer membrane, gram-positive bacteria are well permeable to exogenous substances Gram-positive bacteria are … Gram Staining: Differences Between Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria