Cefixime Trihydrate Indications Bestcef is an orally active cephalosporin antibiotic which has marked in-vitro bactericidal activity against a wide variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organism. It is indicated for the treatment of the following acute infections when caused by susceptible microorganisms. Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI): e.g. otitis media; and other URTI where the causative […]
Flupentixol + Melitracen Indications Flupentixol and Melitracen tablet is indicated in- Pharmacology This consists of two well known and well proven compounds: flupentixol-a neuroleptic with anxiolytic and antidepressant properties of its own when given in small doses, and melitracen-a bipolar thymoleptic with activating properties in low doses. In combination the compounds render a preparation with […]
Midazolam Indications Benquil is indicated in- Description Benquil is a sleep-inducing agent characterized by a rapid onset and short duration of action. It also exerts an anxiolytic, anticonvulsant and muscle-relaxant effect. Pharmacology The actions of benzodiazepines such as midazolam are mediated through the inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which is one of the major inhibitory […]
Mupirocin Indications Bacron ointment is indicated for the topical treatment of impetigo (skin diseases) due to Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. It is also indicated in folliculitis, furunculosis. Pharmacology Mupirocin is a naturally occurring antibiotic. It is an antibacterial agent produced by fermentation using the organism Pseudomonas fluorescens. It is active against a wide range […]
Baclofen Indications Bacifen is indicated in- Pharmacology Baclofen inhibits both monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes at the spinal level by stimulating the GABAB receptors, which inhibits the release of glutamate and aspartate. It may also act at intraspinal sites producing CNS depression. Baclofen also exerts an antinociceptive effect. Dosage & Administration Adult & children over 10 years: […]
Albendazole Indications Azole is indicated in single and mixed infestations of- Description Azole is a benzimidazole anthelmintic, active against most nematodes and some cestodes. It is used in the treatment of intestinal nematode infections and in higher doses in the treatment of hydatid disease. Azole exhibits vermicidal, ovicidal, and larvicidal activity. The principal mode of […]
Albendazole Indications Azole is indicated in single and mixed infestations of- Description Azole is a benzimidazole anthelmintic, active against most nematodes and some cestodes. It is used in the treatment of intestinal nematode infections and in higher doses in the treatment of hydatid disease. Azole exhibits vermicidal, ovicidal, and larvicidal activity. The principal mode of […]
Meclizine + Pyridoxine Indications Prevention and treatment of nausea, vomiting, dizziness, motion sickness, radiation sickness and vertigo associated with diseases of the vestibular system (e.g. Meniere’s syndrome, labyrinthitis and other vestibular disturbances). Pharmacology Meclizine is a piperazine-derivative antihistamine that is used as an antiemetic. It has antiemetic, anticholinergic and antihistaminic properties. It reduces the sensitivity […]
Meclizine Hydrochloride Indications Avert is indicated in nausea, vomiting, motion sickness, vertigo. Pharmacology Meclizine has antiemetic, anticholinergic and antihistaminic properties. It reduces the sensitivity of the labyrinthine apparatus. The action may be mediated through nerve pathways to the vomiting center (VC) from the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ), peripheral nerve pathways, the VC, or other CNS […]
Nitazoxanide Indications Atinid is indicated for the treatment of diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum, Giardia lamblia and Entamoeba histolytica. Pharmacology Nitazoxanide is a synthetic antiprotozoal agent for oral administration. The antiprotozoal activity of Nitazoxanide is believed to be interference with the Pyruvate Ferredoxin Oxido Reductase (PFOR) enzyme-dependant electron transfer reaction. This reaction is essential for […]