Trypanosomes: Infection, Transmission & Diseases

Trypanosomes are unicellular eukaryotic parasites equipped with a flagellum and are also classified as protozoa. Found worldwide, trypanosomes have slender cell bodies and are classified by the exit point of their flagella. Characteristic of these agents of some tropical diseases, such as sleeping sickness, is the obligatory host switching between an invertebrate vector and a … Trypanosomes: Infection, Transmission & Diseases

Homeopathy for influenza

The symptoms of influenza appear within a short time. These include an increase in body temperature up to 40°C with usually accompanying chills. In addition, there is a dry cough and severe pain in the area of the head, neck and limbs. The symptoms are accompanied by a feeling of severe fatigue. The flu is … Homeopathy for influenza

Is there a suitable complex agent? | Homeopathy for influenza

Is there a suitable complex agent? active ingredients: The complex remedy Weleda Infludoron® Streukügelchen contains a total of six homeopathic active ingredients. These include Aconitum napellus D1, Bryonia D1, Eucalyptus globulus, Eupatorium perfoliatum D1, Sabadilla officinallis and Ferrum phosphoricum D6. Effect: The complex agent can be used both for influenza and flu-like infections. It relieves … Is there a suitable complex agent? | Homeopathy for influenza

Lesinurad

Products Lesinurad was approved in the US in 2015, in the EU in 2016, and in many countries in 2017 in film-coated tablet form (Zurampic). A fixed-dose combination with allopurinol was released in the US in 2017 (Duzallo), in the EU in 2018, and in many countries in 2019. Structure and properties Lesinurad (C17H14BrN3O2S, Mr … Lesinurad

Medication in Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a beautiful and exciting time, in which the expectant mothers have to change in many ways. Even the use of medication during pregnancy should be reconsidered. Whereas in the past it was normal to reach for a painkiller when a headache arose, nowadays mothers-to-be should study the package insert very carefully before taking … Medication in Pregnancy

Acute Bronchitis

Symptoms Acute bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes. The leading symptom is a cough that is first dry and later often productive. Other symptoms include difficulty breathing, sounds when breathing (whistling, rattling), feeling sick, hoarseness, fever, chest pain, and accompanying symptoms of the common cold or flu. The disease is usually self-limiting, so … Acute Bronchitis

Causes of influenza

Synonyms Influenza, real flu, viral flu Causes of joint and limb pain In the case of a real flu (influenza), which is caused by a virus of the family of orthomyxoviruses, there is not only general indisposition and breathing difficulties, but also joint pain and aching limbs. The cause of this joint and limb pain … Causes of influenza

Causes of the gastro-enteritis | Causes of influenza

Causes of the gastro-enteritis A stomach flu is an inflammation of the gastrointestinal mucosa (gastroenteritis) caused by viruses or, more rarely, bacteria. Although the name “flu” suggests an infection with the influenza A virus, the two diseases have nothing to do with each other. The gastrointestinal flu always has a viral or bacterial infestation as … Causes of the gastro-enteritis | Causes of influenza

Baloxavirmarboxil

Products Baloxavirmarboxil was approved in film-coated tablet form in Japan and the United States in 2018 and in many countries in 2020 (Xofluza). Structure and properties Baloxavirmarboxil (C27H23F2N3O7S, Mr = 571.5 g/mol) is a prodrug of baloxavir (synonym: baloxaviric acid). It is converted to the active drug by hydrolysis. It is practically insoluble in water. … Baloxavirmarboxil

Bacterial Meningitis

Symptoms Typical symptoms of bacterial meningitis include high fever, severe headache, and neck stiffness. However, these symptoms do not necessarily all have to be present. The disease may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, skin rash, petechiae, sensitivity to light, and clouding of consciousness, among other symptoms. The infection can lead to blood poisoning and other … Bacterial Meningitis

Umifenovir

Products Umifenovir is available in Russia, among other countries, in tablet, capsule, and syrup form without a doctor’s prescription (Arbidol). It was developed in the Soviet Union in the 1970s. The drug is not approved in the United States, Europe, and Switzerland. Structure and properties Umifenovir (C22H25BrN2O3S, Mr = 477.4 g/mol) is a brominated indole … Umifenovir