Agathosma betulina (buchu) contains diosmin (also known as venosmine), a bioflavonoid, and a synthetic form of diosmin is also available. Hidrosmin is 3',5-di-O-(2-hydroxyethyl)diosmin. Diosmin is marketed as Daflon and Detralex, which contain 90% diosmin plus 10% hesperidin, a flavanone glycoside…
See also Prostaglandins General information Dinoprostone is PGE 2 available for exogenous administration. You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here
General information Dinitrochlorobenzene is a potent sensitizer that has been applied topically in the evaluation of delayed hypersensitivity. It has also been used as an immunostimulant in conditions such as leprosy, HIV infection, and some forms of cancer, and to…
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General information Dimethyltryptamine is a psychedelic drug [ , ]. It can be smoked, inhaled, injected, or used as an enema. It is inactive by mouth, except when there is inhibition of gut monoamine oxidase (MAO type A). Its effects…
General information Dimethylsulfoxide is an agent with a wide spectrum of pharmacological effects, including membrane penetration, anti-inflammatory effects, local analgesia, and weak bacteriostasis. The principal use of dimethylsulfoxide is as a vehicle for other drugs, thereby enhancing the effect of…
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General information Dimercaprol or British Anti-Lewisite (BAL) was originally developed to counteract arsenic-containing war gases [ ]. It is now used for the treatment of poisoning with heavy metals, such as arsenic, gold, lead, or mercury, and is administered by…
See also Antihistamines General information Dimenhydrinate consists of two drugs: diphenhydramine, an ethanolamine, and 8-chlorotheophylline, a xanthine derivative that reduces the sedating properties of diphenhydramine. It is used as an antihistamine. Organs and systems Cardiovascular The typical electrocardiographic changes of…