Ziprasidone

Products Ziprasidone is commercially available in capsule form (Zeldox, Geodon, generics) and other forms. It has not yet been registered in many countries. It was first approved in the United States in 2001. Structure and properties Ziprasidone (C21H21ClN4OS, Mr = 412.9 g/mol) is present in the capsules as ziprasidone hydrochloride monohydrate, a white to light … Ziprasidone

Zinc

Products Zinc is found in numerous pharmaceutical products. This article refers to peroral administration, for example, in the form of tablets, chewable tablets, lozenges, and effervescent tablets. Zinc should not be confused with tin. Structure and properties Zinc (Zn) is a chemical element with an atomic number of 20 that exists as a brittle, blue-silver … Zinc

Zinc Oil

Products Zinc oil is prepared in pharmacies. In some countries, ready-made products are on sale. Production Zinc oil is a suspension of zinc oxide in olive oil. 100 g of zinc oil is prepared as follows: 50.0 g zinc oxide 50.0 g olive oil The zinc oxide is sieved (300) and added to the olive … Zinc Oil

Zinc Pyrithione

Products Zinc pyrithione is commercially available as a shampoo (Squa-med). It has been approved as a drug in many countries since 1980. In addition, cosmetics and medical products containing the active ingredient are also available. Structure and properties Zinc pyrithione (C10H8N2O2S2Zn, Mr = 317.7 g/mol) is structurally related to dipyrithione. Effects Zinc pyrithione (ATC D11AC08) … Zinc Pyrithione

Zanamivir

Products Zanamivir is commercially available as a dischaler for powder inhalation (Relenza). It has been approved in many countries since 1999. Zanamivir is far less well known than oseltamivir (Tamiflu), probably mainly because of its more complicated administration. Structure and properties Zanamivir (C12H20N4O7, Mr = 332.3 g/mol) exists as a white powder. It has a … Zanamivir

Ziconotide

Products Ziconotide is commercially available as an infusion solution (Prialt). It has been approved in many countries since 2006. Structure and properties Ziconotide (C102H172N36O32S7, Mr = 2639 g/mol) is a peptide of 25 amino acids with three disulfide bridges. It is a synthetic analog of the ω-conopeptide MVIIA, which occurs in the venom of the … Ziconotide

Zidovudine (AZT)

Products Zidovudine is commercially available as film-coated tablets, capsules, and syrup (Retrovir AZT, combination products). It was approved in 1987 as the first AIDS drug. Structure and properties Zidovudine (C10H13N5O4, Mr = 267.2 g/mol) or 3-azido-3-deoxythymidine (AZT) is an analog of thymidine. It exists as an odorless, white to beige, crystalline substance that is soluble … Zidovudine (AZT)

Goat Butter Ointment

Products In many countries, Caprisana, among other products, is available in pharmacies and drugstores. Structure and properties Goat butter is made from goat milk and consists of the milk fat. In addition to butter, ointments usually contain essential oils and excipients. Effects Goat butter ointments (ATC M02AX10) have circulation-enhancing, skin-conditioning, and pain-relieving properties. Indications For … Goat Butter Ointment

Zileuton

Products Zileuton is commercially available in the United States in tablet and powder form (Zyflo). It is not currently approved in many countries. Structure and properties Zileuton (C11H12N2O2S, Mr = 236.3 g/mol) is an almost odorless, white, crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. It exists as a racemate. Both enantiomers are pharmacologically active. … Zileuton

Cinnamaldehyde

Products Cinnamaldehyde is found, for example, in cinnamon bark, cinnamon oil, cosmetics, personal care products and foods. Structure Cinnamaldehyde (C9H8O, Mr = 132.2 g/mol) exists as a yellow and viscous liquid with an odor of cinnamon that is sparingly soluble in water. It is a natural substance found in cinnamon and its essential oil and … Cinnamaldehyde

Oxilofrin

Products Medicines containing oxilofrine are not commercially available in many countries. In some countries, it has been marketed in the form of drops and dragées (Carnigen). Structure and properties Oxilofrin (C10H15NO2, Mr = 181.2 g/mol) is present in drugs as oxilofrine hydrochloride and is also known as methylsynephrine. It is structurally related to ephedrine and … Oxilofrin

Maltodextrin

Products Maltodextrin is commercially available as a pure powder. It is also found in numerous processed foods and in pharmaceuticals. Structure and properties Maltodextrin exists as a white, hygroscopic powder or granules and is readily soluble in water. It is a mixture of monomers, oligomers and polymers of glucose (dextrose) obtained by the partial hydrolysis … Maltodextrin