Symptoms Erectile dysfunction or so-called erectile dysfunction refers to the persistent or recurrent inability to achieve or maintain an erection, which is necessary for sexual activity. This makes sexual intercourse impossible and severely limits sexual life. For the affected man, erectile dysfunction can be a great psychological burden. It can trigger stress, negatively affect self-esteem … Erectile Dysfunction: Causes and Treatment
Products Misoprostol tablets for medication abortion were approved in many countries in 2015 (MisoOne). This article refers to abortion. In addition, other drugs exist with other indications (gastric protection, induction of labor). Structure and properties Misoprostol (C22H38O5, Mr = 382.5 g/mol) is a synthetic derivative of prostaglandin E1 and exists as a mixture of two … Misoprostol
The treatment of limb pain depends on the respective cause. Especially if there is a serious underlying disease, such as a polyneuropathy or a serious infection, the treatment absolutely belongs in the hands of a doctor. This prescribes in a neuritis, for example, anti-inflammatory drugs or prescribes a plexus blockade, in which the affected nerve … Complaint Pattern Limb Pain: How to Become Active Yourself
Headache and aching limbs are an almost inseparable duo during a cold, from which everyone suffers at times. But aching limbs can also have other causes. Find out here how you can play an active role in ensuring that you can soon move again without pain. What are aching limbs? Limb pain is pain in … Pain in the Limbs: What Can you Do?
Structure and properties Lipids are characterized by being soluble in organic (apolar) solvents and generally sparingly soluble or insoluble in water. They have lipophilic (fat-loving, water-repellent) properties. Lipids also exist, with polar structural elements such as the phospholipids or ionized fatty acids. They are called amphiphilic and can form lipid bilayers, liposomes and micelles. For … Lipids
Products Some vaginal tablets are commercially available. Also used are vaginal suppositories and vaginal capsules. Structure and properties Vaginal tablets are solid, single-dose preparations intended for vaginal use. In general, they meet the definition of non-coated tablets or film-coated tablets. Detailed information can be found under the relevant articles. Vaginal tablets contain the same excipients, … Vaginal Tablets
Products Bextra film-coated tablets are no longer on the market in many countries. Approval was withdrawn in April 2005 because rare severe skin reactions had occurred during treatment (see below). Structure and properties Valdecoxib (C16H14N2O3S, Mr = 314.4 g/mol) is a phenylisoxazole and a benzenesulfonamide derivative. It has a V-shaped structure with which it binds … Valdecoxib
Effects Aphrodisiac Medical indications To promote sex drive or potency. Erectile dysfunction in men “Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder” (decreased sexual drive). Active ingredients Use v.a. in erectile dysfunction: phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors increase blood flow to the corpus cavernosum of the penis and act only during sexual stimulation: Sildenafil (Viagra) Tadalafil (Cialis) Vardenafil (Levitra) Prostaglandins must be … Aphrodisiacs
Products In many countries, finished medicinal products containing the active ingredient Felbinac are currently no longer on the market (previously, for example, Dolo Target). In Germany, the cooling ThermaCare pain gel is available (UK: Traxam). Structure and properties Felbinac (C14H12O2, Mr = 212.2 g/mol) is an acetic acid derivative of biphenyl. It is present in … Felbinac
Products COX-2 inhibitors (coxibe) are commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets and capsules. The first representatives from this group to be approved in many countries were celecoxib (Celebrex, USA: 1998) and rofecoxib (Vioxx, off label) in 1999. At that time, they rapidly developed into blockbuster drugs. However, due to adverse effects, several drugs … COX-2 Inhibitor
Products Cloprostenol is commercially available as a solution for injection. It has been approved in many countries since 1977 and exclusively as a veterinary drug. Structure and properties Cloprostenol (C22H29ClO6, Mr = 424.9 g/mol) is a synthetic analog of prostaglandin F2α and structurally related to it. It exists as a white powder and is highly … Cloprostenol
Products Dinoprost is commercially available as a veterinary drug as a solution for injection (Dinolytic, Enzaprost). It has been approved in many countries since 1981. Structure and properties Dinoprost (C20H34O5, Mr = 354.5 g/mol) exists as dinoprost trometamol, a white crystalline powder that is very soluble in water. It corresponds to the natural prostaglandin F2α. … Dinoprost
