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## Need to know any side effects of Mucosan ## I've heard about mucosan at the radio. What is this ? Some medicine about digestive problems. Got problems such as winds and a heavy feeling in my stomach after eating with lots of constipation. Any help ??

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What exactly is polypoid squamous mucosa of the tongue with parakeratosis? These were the findings of a biopsy to the back of my tongue with 2 large sections taken (one from taste buds & one on the same side of my tongue, further up on very outside of my tongue).

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My 6 year old girl child has urinary bladder distended. Irregular mucosal wall thickening of 5mm noted Doctor prescribed Zenflox 100 Dt So, wanted to know info regarding Zenflox 100 Dt and what for it is prescribed. Is it safe to give it to a child ## Zenflox contains the active ingredient Ofloxacin, which is an antibiotic that is used to treat, or prevent various types of infections. Have you discussed your concerns with your doctor? According to the information I've found, this antibiotic should not be used in children under the age of 18, because it may cause some severe bone and joint issues. ## plz replay the dosage of zenflox 100 DT to a 23 months old , 12 kg weighing baby

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for my drug study ## Rebamipide is indicated for the treatment of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis: The usual adult dosage of Mucosta ® Tablet is one tablet (100 mg) orally three times daily. Gastric ulcers: The usual adult dosage of Mucosta ® Tablet is one table (100 mg) orally three times daily, in the morning, in the evening and before bed. More details can also be read from the manufacturer: Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## I am very interested in knowing how to obtain rebamipide. does anyone know how to go about it? thanks ## drug study

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Esophageal Varices Drug Category

In medicine (gastroenterology), esophageal varices (or oesophageal varices) are extremely dilated sub-mucosal veins in the lower third [1] of the esophagus. They are most often a consequence of portal hypertension, commonly due to cirrhosis; patients with esophageal varices have a strong tendency to develop bleeding. Esophageal varices are diagnosed with endoscopy.[2] Contents 1 Pathogenesis 2 Treatment 3 Prevention 4 Histology 5 See also 6 References 7 External links Pathogene...

Debacterol Sulfonated Phenolics + Sulfuric Acid

Sulfonated phenolics/sulfuric acid (brand name Debacterol) liquid topical agent that is used in the treatment of ulcerating oral mucosal lesions and minor oral abrasions.[1] Contents 1 Description 2 Effectiveness 3 References 4 External links Description Sulfonated phenolics/sulfuric acid is used in the treatment of recurrent aphthous stomatitis (canker sores). Debacterol is available as a swab and in a liquid formulation.[citation needed] Sulfonated phe...

Defitelio Defibrotide Sodium

Defibrotide, sold under the brandname Defitelio, is a mixture of single-stranded oligonucleotides that is purified from the intestinal mucosa of pigs. It is used to treat veno-occlusive disease of the liver of people having had a bone marrow transplant, with different limitations in the US and the European Union. It works by protecting the cells lining blood vessels in the liver and preventing blood clotting; the way it does this is not well understood.[3][2]&a...

Defibrotide Sodium Drug Index

Defibrotide, sold under the brandname Defitelio, is a mixture of single-stranded oligonucleotides that is purified from the intestinal mucosa of pigs. It is used to treat veno-occlusive disease of the liver of people having had a bone marrow transplant, with different limitations in the US and the European Union. It works by protecting the cells lining blood vessels in the liver and preventing blood clotting; the way it does this is not well understood.[3][2]&a...

Ulcer Drug Category

A peptic ulcer, also known as peptic ulcer disease (PUD),[1] is the most common ulcer of an area of the gastrointestinal tract that is usually acidic and thus extremely painful. It is defined as mucosal erosions equal to or greater than 0.5cm. As many as 70–90% of such ulcers are associated with Helicobacter pylori, a helical-shaped bacterium that lives in the acidic environment of the stomach; however, only 40% of those cases go to a doctor. Ulcers can also be caused or worsened by dru...

Pentostam Sodium Stibogluconate

Sodium stibogluconate, sold under the brand name Pentostam among others, is a medication used to treat leishmaniasis.[3] This includes leishmaniasis of the cutaneous, visceral, and mucosal types.[4] Some combination of miltefosine, paramycin and liposomal amphotericin B, however, may be recommended due to issues with resistance.[2][5] It is given by injection.[6] Side effects are common and include loss of appetit...

Sodium Stibogluconate Drug Index

Sodium stibogluconate, sold under the brand name Pentostam among others, is a medication used to treat leishmaniasis.[3] This includes leishmaniasis of the cutaneous, visceral, and mucosal types.[4] Some combination of miltefosine, paramycin and liposomal amphotericin B, however, may be recommended due to issues with resistance.[2][5] It is given by injection.[6] Side effects are common and include loss of appetit...

Gattex Teduglutide

Teduglutide (brand names Gattex in the US and Revestive in Europe) is a 33-membered polypeptide and glucagon-like peptide-2 (GLP-2) analog that is used for the treatment of short bowel syndrome. It works by promoting mucosal growth and possibly restoring gastric emptying and secretion.[1] In Europe it has been granted orphan drug status and is marketed under the brand Revestive by Nycomed. It was approved by the United States under the name Gattex on 21 December 2012 and also...

Teduglutide Drug Index

Teduglutide (brand names Gattex in the US and Revestive in Europe) is a 33-membered polypeptide and glucagon-like peptide-2 (GLP-2) analog that is used for the treatment of short bowel syndrome. It works by promoting mucosal growth and possibly restoring gastric emptying and secretion.[1] In Europe it has been granted orphan drug status and is marketed under the brand Revestive by Nycomed. It was approved by the United States under the name Gattex on 21 December 2012 and also...

Arthrotec Diclofenac + Misoprostol

Diclofenac/misoprostol, sold under the brand name Arthrotec, is a fixed-dose combination medication that contains: Diclofenac sodium: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic properties Misoprostol: Gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal protective prostaglandin E1 analog. In the United Kingdom it is marketed by Pharmacia and it is indicated for prophylaxis against NSAID-induced gastroduodenal ulceration in people requiring diclofenac for rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis.&...

My 9yr old daughter is suffering from acute gastritis. Which was identified in an ultrasound test while feeling abdominal pain. The ultrasound report has an impression as described below: "Mildly tender epigastrium, prominent gastric mucosal fold, mild colonic air ditension." Kindly advise... ## Gastritis is caused by an inflammation of the stomach lining, unlike an ulcer, this usually involves very large areas of the stomach and the pain involved can be quite severe. What have the doctors advised? Usually, some type of medication for pain must be given for a short period of time, while some type of antacid is given for about 12 weeks, to help the stomach to heal. You can learn more about gastritis here: I suffered severe pain for many years, before a doctor finally discovered t...

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Diclofenac + Misoprostol Drug Index

Diclofenac/misoprostol, sold under the brand name Arthrotec, is a fixed-dose combination medication that contains: Diclofenac sodium: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic properties Misoprostol: Gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal protective prostaglandin E1 analog. In the United Kingdom it is marketed by Pharmacia and it is indicated for prophylaxis against NSAID-induced gastroduodenal ulceration in people requiring diclofenac for rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis.&...

white oblonged lodrane 24.... ## Lodrane contains the active ingredient Brompheniramine, it is most commonly used to help treat and prevent the symptoms of respiratory allergies. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and mucosal thickening. Read more: Are there any questions or comments?

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Leper Drug Category

Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease (HD), is a chronic disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae and Mycobacterium lepromatosis.[1][2] Named after physician Gerhard Armauer Hansen, leprosy is primarily a granulomatous disease of the peripheral nerves and mucosa of the upper respiratory tract; skin lesions are the primary external sign.[3] Left untreated, leprosy can be progressive, causing permanent damage to the skin, nerves, limbs and eyes. Contrary to folklore, leprosy does n...

Leprosy Drug Category

Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease (HD), is a chronic disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae and Mycobacterium lepromatosis.[1][2] Named after physician Gerhard Armauer Hansen, leprosy is primarily a granulomatous disease of the peripheral nerves and mucosa of the upper respiratory tract; skin lesions are the primary external sign.[3] Left untreated, leprosy can be progressive, causing permanent damage to the skin, nerves, limbs and eyes. Contrary to folklore, leprosy does n...

Miltex Miltefosine

Miltefosine, sold under the trade name Impavido among others, is a medication mainly used to treat leishmaniasis and free-living amoeba infections such as Naegleria fowleri and Balamuthia mandrillaris.[2] This includes the three forms of leishmaniasis: cutaneous, visceral and mucosal.[3] It may be used with liposomal amphotericin B or paromomycin.[4] It is taken by mouth.[3] Common side effects include vomiting, abdominal pain, f...

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