WHO's Essential Medicines List contains most effective and safe medications. More than 155 countries have created national lists based on the list. List is updated every two years, with 23rd edition in July 2023
Ondansetron is a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist with rapid oral absorption. Bioavailability is 60% with maximum plasma concentrations in 1.5 hours. Terminal elimination half-life is approximately 3 hours. Protein binding ranges from 70-76%
Molecular formula: C35H35ClNNaO3S. Chemical name: sodium;2-[1-[[(1R)-1-[3-[(E)-2-(7-chloroquinolin-2-yl)ethenyl]phenyl]-3-[2-(2-hydroxypropan-2-yl)phenyl]propyl]sulfanylmethyl]cyclopropyl]acetate. Common synonyms include Singulair, Montelukast sodium, and Montelukast monosodium salt
Duodenal ulcer treatment: 40 mg daily or 20 mg twice daily for up to 8 weeks. Gastric ulcer treatment: 40 mg daily for up to 8 weeks. GERD treatment: 20 mg twice daily for up to 6 weeks. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: 20 mg every 6 hours to 160 mg maximum. Dyspepsia: 10-20 mg OTC once daily for up to 14 days
Nausea is a stomach discomfort with or without vomiting urge. Treatment depends on underlying cause. Healthcare provider helps determine appropriate medication
Minicet L is the active levo isomer of Cetirizine. It is a non-sedating antihistamine with potent antiallergic properties. Has two-fold higher affinity for H1-receptors than Cetirizine. Works by selectively inhibiting histamine H1 receptors