Products Beta2-sympathomimetics are usually commercially available as inhalation preparations (powders, solutions) administered with an inhaler, for example, metered-dose inhaler, diskus, Respimat, Breezhaler, or Ellipta. There are few drugs on the market that can be given perorally. Structure and properties Beta2-sympathomimetics are structurally related to the natural ligands epinephrine and norepinephrine. They may exist as racemates … Beta2-Sympathomimetics
Products Sympathomimetics are commercially available, for example, in the form of tablets, capsules, granules, injectable solutions, eye drops, and nasal sprays. Structure and properties Sympathomimetics are structurally derived from the natural neurotransmitters epinephrine and norepinephrine. Effects Sympathomimetics have sympathomimetic properties, meaning that they promote the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, a portion of the … Sympathomimetics
Products Hexoprenaline is commercially available as a solution for injection (Gynipral). It has been approved in many countries since 1984. Approval for the tablets was revoked on Dec. 31, 2013. This due to the potential cardiovascular side effects that may occur in the mother and child. Structure and properties Hexoprenaline (C22H32N2O6, Mr = 420.5 g/mol) … Hexoprenaline
Indications Inhibition of labor during pregnancy to prevent preterm delivery Active ingredients Minerals: Magnesium (e.g. magnesium diasporal). Calcium channel blockers: Nifedipine (Adalat, generic, off-label). Progestins: Progesterone (Utrogestan) Probiotics: Lactobacilli (vaginal suppositories to prevent infections). Oxytocin antagonists: Atosiban (Tractocile). Sympathomimetics: Hexoprenaline (Gynipral) Fenoterol (no indication in many countries). Salbutamol (Ventolin, no indication in many countries). Other … Labor Inhibitors
