Products Deferiprone is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Ferriprox, generic). It was approved in many countries in 2001. Structure and properties Deferiprone, or 3-hydroxy-1,2-dimethylpyridin-4-one (C7H9NO2, Mr = 139.2 g/mol) is a methylated and hydroxylated pyridinone derivative. It belongs to the α-ketohydroxypyridones. Deferiprone exists as a white to pink crystalline powder that is … Deferiprone
Products Deferoxamine is commercially available as an injectable (Desferal). It has been approved in many countries since 1963. Structure and properties Deferoxamine is present in drugs as deferoxamine mesilate (C26H52N6O11S, Mr = 657 g/mol), a white powder that is readily soluble in water. Effects Deferoxamine (ATC V03AC01) forms complexes with trivalent iron and aluminum and … Deferoxamine
Symptoms Oral mucositis manifests as redness, swelling, pain, a burning sensation, aphthae, a white to yellowish coating, sores, ulceration, bleeding, and bad breath, among other symptoms. The tongue and gums may also be affected. The discomfort may increase in association with eating. Sores can be so painful that food intake is limited, which can lead … Oral Mucositis
Products Sodium nitrate is available as a pure substance in specialized stores. Structure and properties Sodium nitrate (NaNO3, Mr = 84.99 g/mol) exists as a white, crystalline and hygroscopic powder and is readily soluble in water. Sodium nitrate is the sodium salt of nitric acid. Structure: Na+NO3– Effects Sodium nitrate is used together with common … Sodium Nitrate
Definition Esters are organic compounds formed by the reaction of an alcohol or phenol and an acid such as a carboxylic acid. The condensation reaction releases a water molecule. The general formula of esters is: esters can also be formed with thiols (thioesters), with other organic acids, and with inorganic acids such as phosphoric acid … Ester
Products Sodium ascorbate is available as a powder in specialty stores. It is also found in some medicines in place of vitamin C. Structure and properties Sodium ascorbate (C6H7NaO6, Mr = 198.1 g/mol) is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid (vitamin C). It exists as a white to yellowish crystalline powder or crystals and is … Sodium Ascorbate
Definition On the one hand, drugs contain the active ingredients that mediate the pharmacological effects. On the other hand, they consist of excipients, which are used for the production or to support and regulate the drug effect. Placebos, which consist only of excipients and contain no active ingredients, are an exception. Excipients can be of … Auxiliary Materials
Products Raspberry leaves are available in pharmacies and drugstores as open goods. Retailers can purchase them from specialized companies. Stem plant The parent plant is the raspberry L. from the rose family. It is known mainly for its fruits. However, in pharmacy, it is mainly the leaves that are used. Medicinal drug The raspberry leaves … Raspberry Leaves
Products Dietary supplements are commercially available in dosed form, for example, as tablets, capsules, liquids and as powders, and are labeled accordingly on the packaging. They are sold not only in pharmacies and drugstores, but also without advice in supermarkets or online stores. Definition Dietary supplements are regulated by law in many countries by the … Dietary Supplements
Products Paracetamol is commercially available in the form of tablets, film-coated tablets, melting tablets, effervescent tablets, as granules, drops, syrups, suppositories, soft capsules, and infusion solution, among others (e.g., Acetalgin, Dafalgan, Panadol, and Tylenol). Paracetamol was not approved until the 1950s (Panadol, Tylenol), although it was developed in the 19th century. It has been registered … Paracetamol: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses
Gout is a disease caused by a disturbance in the metabolism of uric acid. It leads to an increased attack of uric acid, which can no longer be excreted sufficiently via the kidneys. This leads to the formation of so-called urate crystals, which settle on various joints of the body and cause pain. The classic … Home remedy against gout
Gout in the foot A frequent manifestation site, i.e. a place where the symptoms of gout occur, is the foot. The metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe is particularly affected. Especially in acute attacks of gout, strong pain can occur, which can severely limit the affected person. The pain occurs more frequently at night, but … Gout in the foot | Home remedy against gout
