Which dyes are used? Coloring agents that are also used as food additives (E-numbers) are usually used for medicines. Which colorants are permitted depends on the legislation of the relevant countries. For Switzerland, the specifications published in the Medicines Approval Ordinance (AMZV), in Pharmacopoea Helvetica and in the Additives Ordinance apply. The following list shows … Dyes in Medicines
Products Meprobamate was commercially available in tablet form (Meprodil, 400 mg). It was approved in many countries in 1957 and was withdrawn from the market on October 31, 2012. The French Medicines Agency revoked the approval back in January 2012 due to the potential adverse effects and toxicity. The European Medicines Agency (EMA) also concluded … Meprobamate
Products Paraldehyde is no longer commercially available as a finished drug product in many countries. Structure and properties Paraldehyde (C6H12O3, Mr = 132.2 g/mol) is a trimeric acetaldehyde. It exists as a colorless to pale yellow transparent liquid that solidifies to a crystalline mass at low temperature and is readily soluble in water. Effects Paraldehyde … Paraldehyde
Valerian is a rather inconspicuous plant known for many centuries, which was known as a medicinal plant in ancient times due to its significant medicinal properties. Occurrence and cultivation of valerian Valerian is a rather inconspicuous plant known for many centuries, which due to its significant medicinal efficacy was already known as a medicinal plant … Valerian: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Products The mixture of Sanalepsi solution (active ingredient: doxylamine 10 mg/ml) with valerian tincture is prepared in pharmacies as an in-house preparation. Because the sleeping pill and sedative Sanalepsi has been reclassified to dispensing category B (ex-list C) in 2019, dispensing in pharmacies must be done by the pharmacist. A consultation is required and dispensing … Sanalepsi with Valerian
Symptoms Sleep disorder refers to an undesirable change in the usual sleep rhythm. This manifests itself in difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, insomnia, a change in sleep profile, sleep length, or inadequate rest. Sufferers are unable to fall asleep for long periods in the evening, wake up at night or early in the morning, … Sleep Disorders
Symptoms Deep vein thrombosis develops as a result of a blood clot in the deep veins. Typical symptoms are: Painful and swollen legs and calves, edema. Redness and discoloration of the skin Locally increased temperature Often asymptomatic It poses a significant risk for the development of pulmonary embolism when part of the thrombus breaks loose … Air Travel Thrombosis
Products Flunarizine is commercially available in tablet form (Sibelium). It has been approved in many countries since 1979. Structure and properties Flunarizine (C26H26F2N2, Mr = 404.49 g/mol) is present in drugs as flunarizine dihydrochloride, a white powder that is sparingly soluble in water. Effects Flunarizine (ATC N07CA03) has antivertiginous and depressant properties. It is a … Flunarizine: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses
Symptoms Severe sore throat and difficulty swallowing, pharyngitis. Tonsillitis with yellowish-white coatings. Narrowing of the isthmus faucium (constriction formed by the palatal arches). Fever Fatigue Feeling sick, fatigue Lymph node swelling, especially in the neck, armpits and groin. Limb and muscle pain Headache Skin rash (only in about 5%). Lymphocytosis (increased lymphocyte count in the … Infectious Mononucleosis (Glandular Fever)
Products and production Morphine drops are an aqueous dropping solution of morphine hydrochloride, usually in concentration 1% or 2%, maximum 4%. The concentration refers to the salt; the effective amount of morphine base is less. The drug is subject to strict control as an anesthetic and is available only on prescription. The morphine drops of … Morphine Drops
High-quality sleeping pills are special medicines that are effective against insomnia or sleep disorders. In medical terminology, sleeping pills are accurately referred to as hypnotics. Sleeping pills can be used to either induce sleep or induce sleep-inducing drowsiness or have a sleep-promoting effect. What are sleeping pills? Sleep medications can be used to either induce … Sleeping Pills: Effects, Uses & Risks
Definition and examples The duration of therapy or treatment defines the period of time during which a drug is administered preventively or therapeutically. The shortest duration of therapy occurs with a single dose. This involves a single administration of a drug without repetition. An example of this is the antifungal drug fluconazole for the treatment … Duration of Therapy
