Low blood pressure, hypotension, is not a disease in its own right. The old adage ” hypotonics live long and poorly, hypertensives live short and well” still applies, at least statistically. What is behind low blood pressure and how can it be treated? You can find out here. What is hypotension? Hypotension is the technical … Hypotension
Nalbuphine is an analgesic agent that belongs to the opioid group. It is used for short periods to relieve moderate to acute pain and is primarily administered as a solution with varying levels of active ingredient. In addition, the substance is also used in anesthesia. What is nalbuphine? Nalbuphine is a medicinal substance belonging to … Nalbuphine: Effects, Uses & Risks
Products Lofexidine was approved in the United States in 2018 in film-coated tablet form (Lucemyra). In the United Kingdom, the agent was approved for the treatment of opioid withdrawal back in the early 1990s (UK: BritLofex). Structure and properties Lofexidine (C11H12Cl2N2O, Mr = 259.1 g/mol) is present in the drug as lofexidine hydrochloride, a white … Lofexidine
Products Valsartan is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets and has been approved since 1996 (Diovan, generic). The active ingredient is also combined fixed with other agents: Hydrochlorothiazide (co-Diovan, Exforge HCT with amlodipine, generics). Amlodipine (Exforge, generic). Sacubitril (Entresto) Valsartan scandal: in July 2018, numerous generic drugs had to be recalled from the … Valsartan
Products Prazepam is commercially available in tablet form (Demetrin). It has been approved in many countries since 1977. Structure and properties Prazepam (C19H17ClN2O, Mr = 324.8 g/mol) exists as a white crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. It carries a cyclopropyl group. Effects Prazepam (ATC N05BA11) has antianxiety, sedative, relaxant, and depressant properties. … Prazepam
Products Alfuzosin is commercially available in sustained-release tablet form and has been approved in many countries since 1994. In addition to the original Xatral, generic versions are also available. Structure and properties Alfuzosin (C19H27N5O4, Mr = 389.45 g/mol) is a quinazoline derivative. It is present in drugs as alfuzosin hydrochloride, a white crystalline powder that … Alfuzosin
Products Metamizole is commercially available as drops, tablets, suppositories, and injectables (Minalgin, Novalgin, Novaminsulfon Sintetica, generics). It has been used medicinally since the 1920s. Structure and properties Metamizole (C13H17N3O4S, Mr = 311.4 g/mol) is present in drugs as metamizole sodium. This is the sodium salt and monohydrate of the active ingredient. Metamizole sodium is a … Metamizole: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses
Caniphedrine The alkaloid L-ephedrine is found along with other alkaloids in plants of the genus Ephedra (e.g., Stapf, Ephedraceae). The herb has been used in Chinese medicine under the name Ma Huang for over 5000 years. In the 16th century pharmacopoeia Pentsao Kang Mu by Li Shih-Chen, it is recommended as a circulatory stimulant, diaphoretic, … Cave Canem: Caniphedrine
Symptoms Shortly after an injection, some patients may experience the following symptoms: Pallor Malaise Dry mouth Cold sweat Low blood pressure Drowsiness, dizziness, confusion Nausea Fainting, syncope (short-lasting circulatory collapse). Convulsions (seizures) ECG changes Falls, accidents These disorders occur, for example, shortly after a vaccination, after parenteral administration of drugs, during acupuncture or blood sampling. … Fear of Injections
Products Isosorbide dinitrate is commercially available in many countries in the form of tablets, sustained-release tablets, sustained-release capsules, as an infusion concentrate, and as a spray (Isoket). The drug first came on the market in the 1940s. Structure and properties Isosorbide dinitrate (C6H8N2O8, Mr = 236.14 g/mol) exists as a white, fine, crystalline and odorless … Isosorbide Dinitrate
Products Torasemide is commercially available in tablet form (Torem, generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1993. Structure and properties Torasemide (C16H20N4O3S, Mr = 348.4 g/mol) exists as a white powder that is practically insoluble in water. It is a pyridine-sulfonylurea derivative. Torasemide differs structurally from its precursor furosemide (Lasix, generics), a sulfonamide. … Torasemide
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
