Unlocking the Power of Nifedipine: A Deep Dive into Its Active Ingredients and Health Benefits

Welcome to Active Ingredients, where we delve into the world of pharmaceutical components. Today, we will explore the fascinating dynamics of Nifedipine, a potent calcium channel blocker used widely in medical practice. Stay tuned as we unravel its intricacies. Unlocking the Potency of Nifedipine Nifedipine is a potent active ingredient, a pharmacological component that serves … Read more

Abrocitinib

Cibinqo Abrocitinib is being developed by Pfizer for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (eczema). It is an experimental once-daily oral Janus kinase 1 (JAK1) inhibitor. The JAK/STAT pathway is an important factor in inflammation and pruritus in atopic dermatitis. Multiple receptors and signaling cascades are involved in eczema-related inflammation and itch, one of which is … Read more

Strong pain relievers for muscle pain

Antispasmodic muscle relaxants may be prescribed for acute and painful musculoskeletal pain or injury. For example, when you “pull” your back and you have reduced mobility and severe spasms, an antispasmodic may be prescribed. Flexeril or Amrix (cyclobenzaprine): Cyclobenzaprine is a popular and relatively inexpensive general-purpose muscle relaxant that is often used short-term to treat … Read more

Medication for back and waist pain

Acute low back pain with or without sciatica is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical attention. Although most patients recover quickly with minimal treatment, proper evaluation is needed to identify cases of serious underlying disease. Some red flags should require aggressive treatment, while others are less worrisome. If there are no warning … Read more

MISOPROSTOL (Cytotec): What is used for?

What is Misoprostol? Misoprostol is an active ingredient used for the treatment of  Cervical Ripening, Dilation of the cervix and induction of labour in women with an unfavourable cervix. The brand name of Misoprostol in the United States is Cytotec. Mechanism of action (MOA) of Misoprostol, gynecology It induces contraction of the uterine musculature, acts as … Read more

BUDESONIDE (Pulmicort, Uceris): What is used for?

What is Budesonide? Budesonide is an active ingredient used for the treatment of Crohn’s disease, autoimmune hepatitis, ulcerative colitis, active collagenous colitis. The brand names of Budesonide in the United States are: Uceris, Pulmicort Turbuhaler, Pulmicort Flexhaler, Pulmicort Respules. Budesonide Mechanism of Action (MOA) Local anti-inflammatory glucocorticosteroid. Inhibits the release of mediators of inflammation and immune responses mediated … Read more

DICLOFENAC (Voltaren): What is used for?

What is Diclofenac? Diclofenac is an active ingredient used for the treatment of osteoarthritis, spondyloarthritis, extraarticular rheumatism, renal colic, musculoskeletal pain, lumbar pain, post-operative and post-traumatic pains, mild to moderate pain and primary dysmenorrhoea. The product ingredients are: Diclofenac diethylamine, Diclofenac epolamine, Diclofenac potassium, Diclofenac sodium. The brand names of Diclofenac in the United States … Read more

ACETAMINOPHEN (Paracetamol, Tylenol): What is used for?

What is Acetaminophen?  Acetaminophen is an active ingredient used for treatment of fever, pain of mild or moderate intensity. The brand names of Acetaminophen in United States are: Tylenol, Paracetamol, Panadol, Mapap. Acetaminophen Mechanism of Action (MOA) Analgesic and antipyretic. Inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandins in the CNS and blocks the generation of the painful impulse at the … Read more

BUDESONIDE FORMOTEROL (Symbicort): What is used for?

What is Budesonide and Formoterol? Budesonide and Formoterol (inhalation) is an active ingredient used for treatment of pseudo croup, bronchial asthma and COPD. The brand name of Budesonide and Formoterol (inhalation) in United States is Symbicort. Budesonide formoterol Mechanism of Action (MOA) Local anti-inflammatory, inhibits the release of inflammatory mediators and the cytokine mediated immune … Read more

CELECOXIB (Celebrex): What is used for?

What is Celecoxib? Celecoxib is an active ingredient used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, arthrosis and ankylosing spondylitis. The brand name of Celecoxib in the United States is Celebrex. Celecoxib Mechanism of Action (MOA) Selective inhibitor of cyclooxygenase-2 within the dose interval used in clinical practice (200-400 mg/day) and administered orally. Therapeutic indications, uses … Read more