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Adaklin - an agent for external use with anti-inflammatory and comedolytic action, helps to normalize the processes of epidermal differentiation and keratinization
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Instructions for use Analgin-Ultra tablets. Information on the composition, contraindications, reviews, analogues and the price of the drug in pharmacies
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Instructions for use Aerovit. Information on contraindications for vitamins, reviews, analogues and the price of the drug in pharmacies
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Arteriography (Greek aer - air + Greek tereo - contain + Greek grapho - to depict, write) - X-ray examination of the arteries, carried out after the introduction of a contrast agent into their lumen
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Bad breath (halitosis) can be a consequence of dental diseases (gingivitis, stomatitis, caries), digestive problems, and dysfunction of the salivary glands. Sometimes it is caused by smoking or eating certain foods. The problem needs to be addressed: bad breath lowers self-esteem and causes problems in society. A radical solution is to eliminate the cause that caused the halitosis, but this can not always be done quickly. In this case, a specialist comes to the rescue
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No-shpa (drotaverine hydrochloride) is a drug with a pronounced antispasmodic effect. It relaxes the smooth muscles of the genitourinary organs, biliary tract and the digestive system. When taking tablets in a therapeutic dose, No-shpa has a slight effect on the state of the myocardium and the smooth muscle membrane of blood vessels
Hawthorn tincture is a phytopreparation with moderate cardiotonic, antispasmodic and sedative effects. Despite the low toxicity of the drug, taking the tincture in high doses leads to the development of an overdose
Nurofen is a drug with a pronounced anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic effect. Its active ingredient is ibuprofen from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The drug is widely used both for the treatment of adults and in pediatrics. If the recommended doses are accidentally or deliberately exceeded, an overdose of Nurofen may develop
Despite the fact that in a therapeutic dosage, Paracetamol has extremely low toxicity, in the case of deliberate or accidental use of extreme doses of the drug through negligence, severe consequences for the body may develop. First of all, the liver suffers, and the kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, heart, central nervous system are also involved in the pathological process
Remantadine is an antiviral drug with activity against influenza A viruses, as well as two types of herpes simplex virus, and also has an immunostimulating effect. The drug is widely used for the prevention and treatment of influenza, in this regard, cases of overdose are seasonal in nature - the largest number of them is observed in the autumn-winter period
Fluoxetine (active ingredient of Prozac, Profluzac, Prodep, etc.) is a third generation antidepressant. Its action is to increase the concentration of serotonin in the tissues of the brain, which is called the "hormone of joy", and as a result, to improve mood and eliminate symptoms of a depressive state
Motherwort is a plant widely used in both official and non-traditional medicine. As a medicine, two of its varieties are used: motherwort heart and motherwort hairy (five-lobed)
Thyroxine (T3) is the main hormone of the thyroid gland, it accounts for 70-80% of the total mass of hormones produced. It has a weak biological effect, being in fact a prohormone. The activity acquires directly in peripheral tissues, being converted to triiodothyronine (T4)
Phenibut is the commercial name for aminophenylbutyric acid (Acidum aminophenylbutyricum). By its chemical structure, Phenibut is a derivative of the natural inhibitory neurotransmitter, GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), which explains its physiological effects
Fenistil is an antihistamine and antipruritic agent for external and internal use, the international non-proprietary name is dimetindene. Refers to drugs of the first generation, compares favorably with other drugs in this group by higher activity and the absence of side sedation
Phenazepam is one of the most powerful tranquilizers of the benzodiazepine series. It is used in the treatment of hypochondriacal conditions, phobias, panic attacks, psychosis, neuroses, insomnia, alcoholic delirium, convulsive syndrome. Treatment with Phenazepam is carried out exclusively according to the doctor's prescription and under his supervision, since the unsystematic use of the drug can cause serious complications, one of which is an overdose
Tramadol belongs to the psychotropic opioid analgesics. It is the most prescribed centrally acting analgesic in the world. Various sources classify it as both narcotic and non-narcotic. In accordance with the information provided on the website of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, Tramadol is defined as an opioid analgesic with a mixed mechanism of action
Folic acid (vitamin B9) is a water-soluble substance that, like other vitamins, is not synthesized in the human body, but is necessary for the normal course of vital biochemical reactions. It is especially important that the body is provided with folic acid during pregnancy
Coccyx fracture is a common injury, the severe consequences of which are fragments
A fracture of the ischium is a complex injury to the musculoskeletal system. Usually due to squeezing of the pelvis or falling on the buttocks
Fracture of the base of the skull - a severe injury that is fatal to the spinal cord and brain
Furosemide (synonym Lasix) is one of the most powerful diuretics (diuretics). The drug is used more often as an emergency aid, it is systematically used only in the presence of pronounced congestion in the large, small, or both circles of blood circulation. The diuretic action of Furosemide is powerful, fast and short-lived
Foot fracture - an injury that can cause diseases of the musculoskeletal system
Fracture of the tibia - a common injury that often accompanies a fracture of the tibia
Citramon is a popular drug that has been used for many years to relieve headaches, symptoms of algomenorrhea, and also in the treatment of colds. It contains acetylsalicylic acid, paracetamol and caffeine