Products Transdermal fentanyl has been approved in many countries since 1996 (Durogesic, generic). Various strengths are available. The larger the patch, the more fentanyl is released per unit time: 12 µg/h, 25 µg/h, 50 µg/h, 75 µg/h, and 100 µg/h. The opioid is legally classified as a narcotic. Structure and properties Fentanyl (C22H28N2O, Mr = … Fentanyl Patch
Products Selegiline was commercially available in tablet form (Jumexal, generic). The drug was available in many countries from 1985 to 2016. Structure and properties Selegiline (C13H17N, Mr = 187.28 g/mol) is present in drugs as selegiline hydrochloride, a white crystalline powder that is readily soluble in water. Effects Selegiline (ATC N04BD01) has indirect dopaminergic and … Selegiline
Background Opioids have been used as painkillers for thousands of years. Initially in the form of opium, the dried milky sap of the opium poppy L. (Papaveraceae). In the early 19th century, the pure opium alkaloid morphine was isolated for the first time and later administered with the newly invented hypodermic needle. In the 20th … Opioids: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses
Products Safinamide is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Xadago). It was approved in many countries and in the EU in 2015 and in the US in 2017. Structure and properties Safinamide (C17H19FN2O2, Mr = 302.3 g/mol) is an α-aminoamide derivative. Effects Safinamide (ATC N04BD03) has indirect dopaminergic properties. It is a selective … Safinamide
Definition Dolantin®, which contains the active ingredient pethidine, is an opioid analgesic and is prescribed for severe pain. It is only available on prescription and should only be taken under strict medical supervision. Pethidine Dosage form Dolantin® is available both as an injection solution and as drops. Dosage The standard dosage of Dolatin® depends on … Dolantin
Contraindications If one of the following points applies to you, you must not use Dolantin®: Hypersensitivity to pethidine or to preservatives containing additional drops of betaine hydrochloride and methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate Parallel use of MAO-inhibitors or if MAO-inhibitors have been taken within 14 days Children under one year of age must not take Dolantin Severe respiratory … Contraindications | Dolantin
Pethidine is a fully synthetic opioid. It is used for severe to very severe pain, such as that that may occur after accidents or surgery. What is pethidine? Pethidine is a fully synthetic opioid. It is used for severe to very severe pain. When given intravenously, maximum effect is achieved in about 3 to 10 … Pethidine: Effects, Uses & Risks
