Transdermal Patches

Products Transdermal patches are approved as medicinal products. They offer themselves as an alternative to other modes of application such as peroral and parenteral administration. The first products were launched in the 1970s. Structure and properties Transdermal patches are flexible pharmaceutical preparations of varying sizes and thinness that contain one or more active ingredients. They … Transdermal Patches

Bupropion

Products Bupropion is commercially available in the form of sustained-release tablets (Wellbutrin XR, Zyban). The two drugs are used for different indications (see below). The active ingredient has been approved in many countries since 1999. Structure and properties Bupropion (C13H18ClNO, Mr = 239.7 g/mol) is present as a racemate and as bupropion hydrochloride, a white … Bupropion

Memory Lapses: Causes, Treatment & Help

Memory gaps or memory disorders and forgetfulness are usually disorders of the memory to reproduce new or old information. In healthy people, the ability to store and remember information is possible without interference. What is a memory disorder? Memory training is usually applied in the initial stages of dementia and orientation disorder adapted to the … Memory Lapses: Causes, Treatment & Help

Cannabidiol Hemp

Products Hemp with a high content of cannabidiol and a low total content of tetrahydrocannabinol (less than 1%) can be legally sold in many countries since 2016 and is available from specialized suppliers and web stores. Cannabidiol hemp is approved as a tobacco substitute product and not yet as a medicine. Neither cannabidiol nor cannabidiol … Cannabidiol Hemp

Brittle Bone Disease (Osteogenesis Imperfecta): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Brittle bone disease or osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disease in which the collagen balance is disturbed and, as a result, bones break easily and become deformed. The course of brittle bone disease depends on the type of gene damage. What is brittle bone disease? Brittle bone disease is an inherited disorder in which collagen … Brittle Bone Disease (Osteogenesis Imperfecta): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Varenicline

Products Varenicline is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Champix, in some countries: Chantix). It has been approved in many countries since 2006 and has been reimbursable under certain conditions since July 1, 2013. Full reimbursement details can be found in the Specialty List under Limitations. Structure and properties Varenicline (C13H13N3, Mr = … Varenicline

Mouth Sprays

Products Mouth sprays are commercially available as drugs, medical devices, and dietary supplements. Listed below are some active ingredients that are administered with an oral spray: Local anesthetics: Lidocaine Disinfectant: chlorhexidine Herbal extracts: chamomile, sage, echinacea. Gel former: celluloses Anti-inflammatory: benzydamine Antibiotics: Tyrothricin Nitrates: isosorbide dinitrate Weaning agents: nicotine Cannabinoids: cannabidiol (CBD), cannabis extract. Mouth … Mouth Sprays