Benzphetamine

Products In many countries, there are no products with benzphetamine on the market. The active ingredient belongs to the narcotics. Benzphetamine is available in the USA, for example (e.g. Didrex). Structure and properties Benzphetamine (C17H22ClN, Mr = 275.8 g/mol) is present in drugs as benzphetamine hydrochloride, a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water. … Benzphetamine

Dexchloropheniramine

Products Dexchlorpheniramine was approved in many countries since 1960 and is currently discontinued. Polaramine is no longer available. Structure and properties Dexchloropheniramine (C16H19ClN2, Mr = 274.8 g/mol) is an enantiomer of chlorphenamine, which is found in many countries, including in cold remedies. Effects Dexchlorpheniramine (ATC R06AB02) has antihistamine and antiallergic properties. Indications For symptomatic and … Dexchloropheniramine

Celery Allergy

Symptoms The possible symptoms of celery allergy include: Oral reactions: Itching, irritation, swelling, furry feeling. Gastrointestinal symptoms: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea Respiratory problems: Asthma, rhinitis Skin reactions: Itching, hives, rash. Celery can cause life-threatening anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals. Causes The cause of the symptoms is an IgE-mediated allergic reaction to components of celery ( from … Celery Allergy

Rifampicin

Products Rifampicin is commercially available as film-coated tablets, coated tablets, capsules, and injectables (Rimactan, generics). In addition to mono, various combination preparations are also available. Rifampicin has been approved in many countries since 1968. This article refers to peroral monotherapy. Structure and properties Rifampicin (C43H58N4O12, Mr = 823 g/mol) exists as a reddish brown to … Rifampicin

Itch

Physiological background Itch results from activation of specialized afferent unmyelinated C fibers in the skin. These fibers are anatomically identical to those that conduct pain but differ in function and stimulus transmission to the brain. They contain a number of receptors such as histamine receptors, PAR-2, endothelin receptor, and TRPV1, and mediators such as histamine, … Itch

Cold Urticaria

Note See also the following page: cholinergic urticaria. Symptoms Localized or generalized depending on exposure. Cold-exposed areas of the body are often affected, such as the face: wheals, redness, itching, burning, angioedema. Systemic accompanying symptoms such as fever, chills, pain, headache; complications such as anaphylaxis, respiratory distress, collapse (see below). Symptoms usually appear shortly after … Cold Urticaria

Bilastin

Products Bilastin is commercially available in the form of tablets (Bilaxten). It was approved in many countries in 2011. In 2019, an oral solution and melting tablets for children were also registered. Structure and properties Bilastine (C28H37N3O3, Mr = 463.6 g/mol) is a benzimidazole and piperidine derivative. It was developed at FAES Farma in Spain. … Bilastin

Opium Tincture

Products Opium tincture is manufactured in pharmacies or ordered from specialized suppliers in pharmacopoeia quality (e.g., Hänseler). As of 2019, it is also approved as a finished drug in many countries (Dropizol, oral drops). Opium and the opioids are subject to narcotics legislation. Opium has been used medicinally for thousands of years. Structure and properties … Opium Tincture

Desloratadine

Products Desloratadine is commercially available as 5 mg film-coated tablets and as a solution (Aerius, generics). It has been approved in many countries since 2001. The syrup was replaced in 2011 by a solution that is sugar- and dye-free. The concentration remains identical (0.5 mg/ml). The fixed combination with pseudoephedrine is not yet available in … Desloratadine

Photodermatoses

Disease patterns Polymorphous light dermatosis and so-called “sun allergy” is the most common form of photodermatoses. Within a few hours after UV exposure, a reddened and rough skin rash with itching appears at exposed sites. The reaction is usually localized. Majorca acne is also known as “sun allergy“. As in polymorphic light dermatosis, the rash … Photodermatoses