Maltodextrin

Products Maltodextrin is commercially available as a pure powder. It is also found in numerous processed foods and in pharmaceuticals. Structure and properties Maltodextrin exists as a white, hygroscopic powder or granules and is readily soluble in water. It is a mixture of monomers, oligomers and polymers of glucose (dextrose) obtained by the partial hydrolysis … Maltodextrin

Dihydroxyacetone

Products Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is the active ingredient in most self-tanning products, which are commercially available in the form of lotions, sprays and gels, among others. Its effect on the skin was first discovered in the 1950s by Eva Wittgenstein in Cincinnati. Structure and properties Dihydroxyacetone (C3H6O3, Mr = 90.1 g/mol) is a simple carbohydrate belonging … Dihydroxyacetone

Rivaroxaban

Products Rivaroxaban is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Xarelto, Xarelto vascular). It was approved in 2008 as the first agent in the direct factor Xa inhibitor group. Low-dose Xarelto vascular, 2.5 mg, was registered in many countries in 2019. Structure and properties Rivaroxaban (C19H18ClN3O5S, Mr = 435.9 g/mol) is a pure -enantiomer … Rivaroxaban

Quinapril

Products Quinapril is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets as a monopreparation (Accupro) and as a fixed combination with hydrochlorothiazide (Accuretic, Quiril comp). It has been approved in many countries since 1989. Generic versions are registered. Structure and properties Quinapril (C25H30N2O5, Mr = 438.5 g/mol) is present in drugs as quinapril hydrochloride, a … Quinapril

Minocycline

Products Minocycline is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Minocin). It has been approved in many countries since 1984. Minac capsules are out of commerce. Topical medicines are additionally available in some countries. Structure and properties Minocylcine (C23H27N3O7, Mr = 457.5 g/mol) is present in drugs as minocycline hydrochloride, a yellow, crystalline, hygroscopic … Minocycline

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)

Amphotericin B: Effects and Side Effects

Products Amphotericin B is available in tablet, lozenge, suspension, and injection forms (Ampho-Moronal, Fungizone). It has been approved in many countries since 1964. This article refers to its use in the mouth and digestive system. Structure and properties Amphotericin B (C47H73NO17, Mr = 924 g/mol) is a mixture of antifungal polyenes obtained from certain strains … Amphotericin B: Effects and Side Effects

Benzalkonium Chloride

Products Benzalkonium chloride is commercially available as an active pharmaceutical ingredient in the form of lozenges, as a gargling solution, as a gel and as a disinfectant, among others. As a preservative, it is commonly added in pharmaceuticals to eye drops, nasal sprays, nose drops and inhalation solutions for asthma and COPD treatment. It is … Benzalkonium Chloride

Suxamethonium Chloride

Products Suxamethonium chloride is commercially available as a solution for injection (lysthenone, succinoline). It was introduced in the 1950s and has been approved in many countries since 1954. Suxamethonium chloride is also known as succinylcholine or succinylcholine chloride, especially in English. In jargon, it is also called Suxi or Sux. Structure and properties Suxamethonium chloride … Suxamethonium Chloride

Extracts

Products Extracts are contained in numerous medicinal products, for example, in tablets, capsules, drops, creams, ointments, and injection solutions (selection). They are also used in the preparation of cosmetics, dietary supplements, foods, and medical devices. Structure and properties Extracts are extracts made with a solvent (= extracting agent) such as water, ethanol, methanol, fatty oils, … Extracts

Potassium Carbonate

Products Potassium carbonate is available as an open product in pharmacies and drugstores. It is also found in some homeopathic medicines. Structure and properties Potassium carbonate (K2CO3, Mr = 138.2 g/mol) exists as a white, granular, odorless, and hygroscopic powder that is readily soluble in water. Potassium carbonate is the dipotassium salt of carbonic acid … Potassium Carbonate

Thiopental

Products Thiopental is commercially available as an injectable (generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1947. Structure and properties Thiopental (C11H18N2O2S, Mr = 242.3 g/mol) is present in the drug as thiopental sodium, a yellowish white, hygroscopic powder that is readily soluble in water. It is a lipophilic thiobarbiturate identical to pentobarbital except … Thiopental