Symptoms Hemorrhoids are dilations of the vascular cushions in the anal canal. Possible symptoms include: Bleeding, blood on the toilet paper Pressure discomfort, pain, burning, itching. Unpleasant feeling Inflammation, swelling, skin inflammation. Discharge of mucus, oozing Prolapse, protrusion outside the anus (prolapse). Hemorrhoids can be classified according to various criteria. Common is the classification according … Hemorrhoids Causes and Treatment
Products Sodium picosulfate is commercially available in the form of tablets, soft capsules (pearls), and drops (e.g., Laxoberon, Dulcolax Picosulfate). It has been approved in many countries since 1973. Structure and properties Sodium picosulfate (C18H13NNa2O8S2, Mr= 481.41 g/mol) is structurally closely related to bisacodyl. The difference is that it is esterified with sulfuric acid instead … Sodium Picosulfate
Products Sodium sulfate is available in pharmacies and drugstores as open goods. Structure The European Pharmacopoeia contains two monographs. Glauber’s salt proper is sodium sulfate decahydrate. Sodium sulfate decahydrate Glauber’s salt Na2SO4 – 10 H2O Natrii sulfas decahydricus Anhydrous sodium sulfate Na2SO4 Natrii sulfas anhydricus Commercially available, in addition to the two salts mentioned, is … Sodium Sulfate (Glauber’s Salt)
Cortisone or cortisone is a, in many areas, very effective drug that can be applied in various ways. However, due to the wide range of side effects, cortisone should not be used in higher doses over a long period of time. What is cortisone? Cortisone or cortisone is a, in many areas, very effective drug … Cortisone: Effects, Uses & Risks
Hard stools are common in medicine as a physical complaint. It may be a harmless disorder or a symptom that should be taken seriously. What is hard stool? Hard stools occur when there is indigestion. In most cases, stool moves slowly through the intestines, drawing out a large amount of water. Predominantly, stool (feces) consists … Hard Stool: Causes, Treatment & Help
There are several hundred species worldwide of wood sorrel, although one is native to Germany: the Walsauerklee, which is used in other areas besides medicine and folk medicine, where it serves as a medicinal plant. In moderation, the consumption of the plant is healthy. Occurrence and cultivation of wood sorrel The plant takes its name … Wood Sorrel: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Products Glycerol (synonym: glycerol) is contained in numerous drugs as a pharmaceutical excipient. As an active ingredient, it is mainly used as a laxative in the form of suppositories or as an enema (e.g., Bulboid). Structure and properties Glycerol or propane-1,2,3-triol (C3H8O3, Mr = 92.1 g/mol) is a colorless, clear, fatty-feeling, syrupy, very hygroscopic liquid … Glycerol
Products Isomalt is found in numerous processed products. As a pure ingredient, it is available in specialty stores. Structure and properties Isomalt (C12H24O11, Mr = 344.3 g/mol) exists as an odorless, white, crystalline powder and is readily soluble in water. It is prepared from sucrose and consists of a mixture of glucose–sorbitol and glucose-mannitol. Isomalt … Isomalt
The birth control pill, colloquially known as simply the pill, offers especially young women the possibility of safe contraception. If they pay attention to the package insert as well as the instructions for taking, so the occurrence of pregnancy can be almost excluded by taking the birth control pill. What is a birth control pill? … Birth Control Pills: Effects, Uses & Risks
Alexandrian senna (Senna alexandrina) belongs to the legume family and can be found in Arabia and Africa, respectively. In the 19th century, the leaves of the plant were used as a laxative, but its active ingredients were also injected into the connective tissue under the skin. Occurrence and cultivation of Alexandrian senna. The plant is … Alexandrian Senna: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Today, the sade tree is known more as an ornamental shrub and can be found in numerous front gardens. In the past, this species of juniper had a major role in folk medicine. Homeopathically prepared, the application can still be made. Occurrence and cultivation of the sade tree The sade tree was already used in … Sade Tree: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Aloe vera belongs to the lily family and has been used for quite some time in medicine as well as in alternative medicine in various forms. Occurrence and cultivation of aloe vera Aloe vera contains many active ingredients that have a positive effect on the physical as well as mental well-being. Aloe vera can trap … Aloe Vera: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
