Stem plant L. Simaroubaceae, bitterwood. Medicinal drug Quassiae lignum – bitterwood. Preparations Quassiae tinctura Ingredients Bitters: quassinoids (terpenoids). Effects Stimulating bitter Amoebicidal, insecticidal, antiviral Fields of application For loss of appetite and dyspeptic complaints. Dosage As an infusion, 30 minutes before meals Adverse effects Irritation of the gastric mucosa at higher doses.
Products Fluralaner is commercially available as a veterinary drug in the form of chewable tablets and as a spot-on preparation (Bravecto). It was approved in many countries in 2015. Structure and properties Fluralaner (C22H17Cl2F6N3O3, Mr = 556.3 g/mol) is present in drugs as a racemate. It is a fluorinated isoxazoline-substituted benzamide. Effects Fluralaner (ATCvet QP53BX05) … Fluralaner
Products Amitraz is available in the form of a collar for dogs (Preventic) and as a spray/bath solution or emulsion (Taktic). It is marketed exclusively as a veterinary drug in many countries and has been approved since 1992. Structure and properties Amitraz (C19H23N3, Mr = 293.4 g/mol) is a formamidine derivative and belongs to the … Amitraz
Products Cyhalothrin is registered as a solution for application (cyhalothrin pour on). It has been approved in many countries since 1990. Structure and properties Cyhalothrin (C23H19ClF3NO3, Mr = 449.9 g/mol) belongs to the pyrethroids. These are synthetically produced, chemically more stable derivatives of the pyrethrins naturally occurring in certain chrysanthemums (, Dalmatian insect flower). Effects … Cyhalothrin
Products Cypermethrin is approved as an emulsifiable concentrate (Ektomin). It has been registered in many countries since 1992. Structure and properties Cypermethrin (C22H19Cl2NO3, Mr = 416.3 g/mol) belongs to the pyrethroids. These are synthetically produced, chemically more stable derivatives of the pyrethrins naturally occurring in certain chrysanthemums (, Dalmatian insect flower). Effects Cypermethrin (ATCvet QP53AC08) … Cypermethrin
Structure As menthol (C10H20O, r = 156.3 g/mol) is the naturally occurring (-)- or L-menthol (levomenthol, levomentholum). The European Pharmacopoeia contains two monographs: 1. menthol Levomentholum 2. racemic menthol Mentholum racemicum Menthol is a cyclic monoterpene alcohol. It has three asymmetric carbon atoms and occurs in four diastereomeric enantiomer pairs. Stem plants Menthol is found … Menthol
Products Imiprothrin is found in spider sprays and insect sprays, among other products. Structure and properties Imiprothrin is a pyrethroid. It exists as a golden yellow (amber) liquid with a sweetish odor, which is soluble in water. It is a mixture of isomers. Effects Imiprothrin has insecticidal and acaricidal properties. Indications for use Against spiders … Imiprothrin
Products Pyriprol is commercially available as a drop-on (spot-on) solution. It has been approved in many countries since 2007. Structure and properties Pyriprole (C18H10Cl2F5N5S, Mr = 494.3 g/mol) is a chlorinated and fluorinated phenylpyrazole derivative. It is structurally related to fipronil (Frontline) and is reported to be less toxic than the older compound. Effects Pyriprole … Pyriprole
Products Sulfur dioxide is commercially available as a liquefied gas in compressed gas cylinders. Structure and properties Sulfur dioxide (SO2, 64.1 g/mol) exists as a colorless gas with a characteristic pungent and irritating sulfur odor that is soluble in water. The boiling point is -10°C. Sulfur dioxide is not combustible and is heavier than air. … Sulfur Dioxide
Products Star anise is available in pharmacies and drugstores, for example, as a powder or as whole, dried aggregate fruits. Star anise oil is also available and included in some medicines, such as gastrointestinal remedies, tea mixtures, and rubs for external use. Stem plant The evergreen tree of the star anise family (Schisandraceae) is native … Star Anise
Products Imidacloprid is commercially available as a solution for application (spot-on preparation) for dogs and cats (Bayvantage). Combination preparations with permethrin (Advantix) and moxidectin are also available (Advocate). Structure and properties Imidacloprid (C9H10ClN5O2, Mr = 255.7 g/mol is a chlorinated pyridine and imidazoline derivative derived from nicotine. Structurally, it is related to nitenpyram, which is … Imidacloprid
Products Afoxolaner is commercially available in the form of chewable tablets as a veterinary drug for dogs (NexGard). It was approved in many countries in 2015. Structure and properties Afoxolaner (C26H17ClF9N3O3, Mr = 625.9 g/mol) belongs to the isoxazoline group. Effects Afoxolaner (ATCvet QP53BX04) has insecticidal and acaricidal properties. Parasites ingest the active ingredient when … Afoxolan
