Zolpidem

Products Zolpidem is commercially available as film-coated tablets, sustained-release tablets, and effervescent tablets (Stilnox, Stilnox CR, generics, USA: Ambien). It has been approved in many countries since 1990. Structure and properties Zolpidem (C19H21N3O, Mr = 307.39 g/mol) is an imidazopyridine that is structurally distinct from the benzodiazepines. It is present in drugs as zolpidem tartrate, … Zolpidem

Oxazepam: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Products Oxazepam is commercially available in tablet form (Seresta, Anxiolit). It has been approved in many countries since 1966. Structure and properties Oxazepam (C15H11ClN2O2, Mr = 286.7 g/mol) is a racemate. It exists as a white crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. Effects Oxazepam (ATC N05BA04) has antianxiety, sedative, sleep-inducing, anticonvulsant, and muscle … Oxazepam: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Rivastigmine

Products Rivastigmine is commercially available as capsules, oral solution, and transdermal patch (Exelon, generics). It has been approved in many countries since 1997. Structure and properties Rivastigmine (C14H22N2O2, Mr = 250.3 g/mol) is a phenyl carbamate. It exists in the oral forms as rivastigmine hydrogenotartrate, a white crystalline powder that is very soluble in water. … Rivastigmine

Neck Tension

Symptoms Neck tension manifests as neck and muscle pain and a tightening and hardening of the muscles. They result in limited range of motion. Under certain circumstances, the head can no longer be turned to the side. This condition is also known as “cervical gyration.” The pain and cramping are uncomfortable and disrupt normal daily … Neck Tension

Benzodiazepines Effects and Side Effects

Products Benzodiazepines are commercially available in the form of tablets, melting tablets, capsules, drops, and injectables, among others (selection). Chlordiazepoxide (Librium), the first benzodiazepine, was synthesized in the 1950s by Leo Sternbach at Hoffmann-La Roche and was launched in 1960. The second active ingredient, the well-known diazepam (Valium), was launched in 1962. Numerous other drugs … Benzodiazepines Effects and Side Effects

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

Fatigue

Symptoms Fatigue is a physiological and subjective response of the organism to mental and physical exertion. It is undesirable when it occurs rapidly, frequently, and excessively. Fatigue manifests itself, among other things, in a lack of energy, exhaustion, weakness, listlessness, and reduced performance and motivation. It can also be accompanied by irritability. Fatigue occurs acutely … Fatigue

Carisoprodol

Products In many countries, there are no drugs containing carisoprodol on the market. In other countries, it is available in tablet form (Soma, Somadril). It has been approved in the United States since 1959. In 2007, the European Medicines Agency concluded that the benefits of the drug did not outweigh the risks. Structure and properties … Carisoprodol

Cyclobenzaprine

Products Cyclobenzaprine is commercially available in the United States and elsewhere in the form of film-coated tablets. No finished drug products containing cyclobenzaprine are currently registered in many countries. Structure and properties Cyclobenzaprine (C20H21N, Mr = 275.4 g/mol) is present in drugs as cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride, a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water. It … Cyclobenzaprine

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

Multiple Sclerosis Causes and Treatment

Symptoms Possible symptoms of multiple sclerosis include: Weakness, numbness of the extremities. Visual disturbances, eye pain, optic neuritis. Paresthesias (eg, formication, tingling), pain, nerve pain. Tremor, coordination / balance disorders. Speech and swallowing disorders Dizziness, lightheadedness Fatigue Urinary incontinence, constipation Sexual function disorders, erectile dysfunction The disease is often relapsing and recurrent (relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis), … Multiple Sclerosis Causes and Treatment