Why should pregnant women get vaccinated against Covid-19? Pregnant women are, by their very nature, usually quite young. Nevertheless, severe courses of Sars-CoV-2 infections are considerably more frequent among them than among other women of the same age. And these endanger not only the mother, but also the child. Vaccination protection is therefore particularly important … Corona: Vaccinations During Pregnancy
Protective vaccination guideline The vaccination guideline specifies exactly for which people or situations the vaccination recommendations apply. These are based on the guidelines of the Permanent Vaccination Commission (STIKO) of the Robert Koch Institute (RKI). The experts recommend some vaccinations as standard vaccinations for everyone (e.g. those against measles and tetanus). For other vaccinations, they … Vaccinations – What Does Insurance Cover?
Products Azathioprine is commercially available as film-coated tablets and as a lyophilizate (Imurek, generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1965. Structure and properties Azathioprine (C9H7N7O2S, Mr = 277.3 g/mol) is a nitromidazole derivative of mercaptopurine. It exists as a pale yellow powder that is practically insoluble in water. Effects Azathioprine (ATC L04AX01) … Azathioprine (Imuran)
Products To date, hydrocortisone acetate is the only glucocorticoid approved for self-medication in many countries and is available without a doctor’s prescription. A cream (Dermacalm with dexpanthenol) and a hydrocream (Sanadermil) are available. Hydrocortisone was the first dermocorticoid and was introduced in the 1950s. Structure and properties Hydrocortisone acetate (C23H32O6, Mr = 404.5 g/mol) is … Hydrocortisone Acetate
Symptoms Possible symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) include a chronic cough, mucus production, sputum, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breath sounds, lack of energy, and sleep disturbances. The symptoms often worsen with physical exertion. An acute worsening of chronic symptoms is referred to as an exacerbation. In addition, numerous systemic and extrapulmonary concomitant … Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Products Repellents are mostly used in the form of sprays. In addition, lotions, creams, wristbands and evaporators, for example, are also commercially available. Effects Repellents have insect and/or mite repellent properties, meaning they prevent biting or being bitten by parasites such as mosquitoes and ticks, as well as biting insects such as wasps. The products … Repellents
Symptoms Possible symptoms of a bruise (technical term: hematoma) include swelling, pain, inflammation, and discoloration of the skin that changes (red, blue, purple, green, yellow, brown) during the healing process. This text refers to simple and small-surface complaints that can be considered for self-medication. Causes The cause of a hematoma is blood leaking from injured … Bruise (Hematoma) Symptoms and Causes
Products Rabies vaccine is commercially available as a solution for injection (Rabipur, Rabies Vaccine Mérieux). This article refers to active immunization. Structure and properties The vaccine contains inactivated rabies virus of the Flury LEP or WISTAR PM/WI 38-1503-3M strain. Effects Rabies vaccine (ATC J07BG01) results in the formation of neutralizing antibodies and thus immunity to … Rabies Vaccination (Active Immunization)
Rabies is a worldwide problem. Every year, about 60,000 people die from this viral disease. Germany has been considered rabies-free since 2008, and the last infected fox was sighted in 2006. In the fight against rabies, oral vaccinations of wild animals have proven to be particularly successful. However, when traveling abroad, it is recommended to … Rabies: the Forgotten Disease
Symptoms Traveler’s diarrhea is usually defined as a diarrheal illness that occurs in travelers from industrialized countries during or after a visit to a high-risk area, such as Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, or Asia. It is the most common travel illness, affecting 20% to 60% of travelers. Depending on the pathogen and severity, … Traveler’s Diarrhea
General information The vaccination topic is in Germany until today a hotly discussed topic. Opponents of vaccination particularly criticize that babies should be vaccinated at an early age. The STIKO is the vaccination commission in Germany and issues recommendations, but there is no compulsory vaccination in Germany yet. Vaccinations from the 2nd month of life … Baby vaccinations
Vaccination against diphtheria Diphtheria is a highly contagious, dangerous disease that affects the upper respiratory tract. Vaccination is possible from the 3rd month of life, until then the child is usually protected by the mother, because antibodies can be transmitted during pregnancy, but also afterwards through breast milk. The vaccination is given by inoculating four … Vaccination against diphtheria | Baby vaccinations
