In this article we will discuss about the classification of purgatives that are used to treat the diseases of gastrointestinal system. These are the drugs, which loosen the bowel and cause its evacuation. Purgatives, as a rule are not the treatment for constipation. The use of purgatives can only be justified in select conditions such as drug induced constipation, after [...]
The following points highlight the five major drugs used for the suppression of cough. The drugs are: 1. Expectorants 2. Mucolytic 3. Cough Suppressants 4. Demulcents 5. Antitussives. Drug # 1. Expectorants: Expectorants are drugs that promote expulsion of bronchial secretions. The bronchial glands are supplied by vagus nerve and when nausea or vomiting occurs there is widespread vagal activity [...]
The following points highlight the two main drugs used for the treatment of leprosy. The drugs are: 1. Dapsone 2. Clofazimine. Drug # 1. Dapsone: Dapsone is the principal drug to treat leprosy and is chemically related to sulfonamides. It is bacteriostatic for M. leprae, and its mechanism of action is similar to that of sulfonamides. Dapsone is slowly, but [...]