Since time immemorial, mankind has made medicines from the extracts of natural substances. In 1989, Dr. Stephen L. DeFelice, founder and chairman of the Foundation of Innovative Medicine at New Jersey in the U.S.A., coined the term ‘Nutraceuticals’ which refers to a combination of nutrition and pharmaceutical. With the development of dietary supplements and the...Continue Reading
The World Vitiligo Day, observed on June 25 every year, is an initiative aimed to build global awareness about Vitiligo. It occurs in 1-2% of the population worldwide and entails a loss of colour in the skin that creates various patterns due to loss of pigment. Vitiligo is often called a disease instead of a disorder...Continue Reading
Hydrochlorothiazide, usually sold under the brand names Microzide or Hydrodiuril, belongs to a class of drugs called diuretics or “water pills”. It is administered to bring down high blood pressure while treating serious ailments like strokes, heart attacks and chronic kidney diseases. The drug is said to remove excess salt and water from the body,...Continue Reading
Everolimus, generally sold under the trade name Afinitor, is classified as an “mTOR kinase inhibitor”. It is a key medication that functions as an immunosuppressant to prevent rejection of organ transplants by decreasing the activity of the immune system. It also finds usage in the treatment of renal cell cancer and other tumours, especially progressive...Continue Reading
A leading player in the pharmaceutical industry today, Shubham Pharmachem Pvt. Ltd’s foray into this vital sector commenced way back in 1990. Today, it is a reputed name in the industry for its robust manufacturing and distribution services in the country and across global markets. Constant diversification and expansion of the business has resulted in...Continue Reading
Many women suffer from menstrual cramps during their periods caused by an excess of prostaglandins – compounds released from the uterine lining as it prepares to shed. Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for this painful menstrual flow that is often punctuated with cramps. Herbal remedies that prohibit the production of prostaglandins are most beneficial to provide relief...Continue Reading
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), also known as the winter cherry, has been gaining traction with consumers around the world owing to its wide-encompassing benefits. This evergreen shrub is a native of India, the Middle East and some parts of Africa. Some of the benefits of this Ayurvedic herb include stress-busting, cognitive function, men’s health, immune support,...Continue Reading
Since the year 2000, June 8 is celebrated as World Brain Tumour Day. This initiative was initially taken by the German Brain Tumor Association but is now celebrated worldwide to raise awareness and educate people about brain tumour. Hospital campaigns, awareness activities and various healthcare initiatives are observed globally to fight the cause and create an environment...Continue Reading
Mupirocin was isolated from Pseudomonas fluorescens in 1971 and added to the World Health Organisation’s ‘List of Essential Medicines’. It turned out that in 2017, it became the 186th most common medicine to be prescribed in the United States and is also gaining popularity in India to cure skin infections. Mupirocin Ointment has been used...Continue Reading
Nitrazepam falls under the family of benzodiazepine drugs. Popularly known as a potent hypnotic drug, it is known for its strong sedative and motor impairing properties. It also finds extensive usage for its anxiolytic, amnestic, anticonvulsant and skeletal muscle relaxant properties. Patented in 1961, it came into medical use in 1965 (1). The chemical is...Continue Reading
