Chorionic Gonadotrophin
Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) is a glycoprotein hormone produced during pregnancy by the developing embryo after conception and later by the syncytiotrophoblast (part of the placenta). Chorionic Gonadotrophin (hormone) stimulates the ovaries in to producing oestrogen and progesterone two hormones that are... [Read more]
Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin Is a broad-spectrum penicillin antibiotic (previously spelt amoxycillin here in the UK). Although this antibiotic is use to treat a variety of infections it excels when used to treat ear, nose and throat infections including infections of the respiratory tract, cystitis, uncomplicated gonorrhoea, and... [Read more]
Anastrozole
Anastrozole is a white drug used to treat breast cancer after surgery and for metastases (The spread of cancer from one part of the body to another). Anastrozole is an aromatase inhibitor, which means that it interrupts a critical step in the body’s synthesis of estrogen. Some breast cancers need the hormone... [Read more]
Baclofen
A muscle relaxant drug that works on the central nervous system, especially in instances of spinal cord injury. The drug relieves the spasm, cramping, and rigidity caused by a variety of disorders. Which includes multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury. The drug is also used to treat the spasticity that results... [Read more]
Betahistine hydrochloride
Betahistine hydrochloride is a histamine agonist, which means it has a similar structure and action to histamine, which is a chemical found naturally in the body. It was introduced back in the 70′s as a treatment for Mèniére’s disease, which is caused by the pressure of excess fluid in the... [Read more]
Bupropion Hydrochloride
Bupropion Hydrochloride (also known as Wellbutrin, Zyban, Voxra, Budeprion, or Aplenzin; formerly known as amfebutamone) is an antidepressant and smoking cessation aid. Although this particular drug is used to treat depression it is generally used as a aid for people who are trying to give up smoking and should... [Read more]
Cimetidine
Cimetidine belongs to the group of medicines known as histamine H2-receptor antagonists. Histamine is a natural chemical that stimulates stomach cells into producing acid. Histamine H2-antagonists decrease the production of acid-producing cells and pepsin, an enzyme that helps in the digestion of protein. thus... [Read more]
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel is an anti platelet drug that is used to prevent blood clots from forming. It is prescribed to patients who have a tendency to form blood clots in the fast flowing arteries and heart or possibly those who have recently had a heart attack or stroke. This drug may be suitable for those individuals who... [Read more]
