Minoxidil, an antihypertensive vasodilator medication, which was developed in the 1950’s by a company called Upjohn originally used to treat ulcers. During their experiments with dogs, they figured out that it did not cure ulcers, but acted as a vasodilator. Due to this recent discovery, Upjohn was able to develop a compound called Minoxidil in 1963 as well as being able to synthesize over 200 variations of the compound. The molecular structure and compound of Minoxidil is C9H15N50, made entirely of nonmetals with the molecular weight being 209.2483 g/mol, the UIPAC name being 3 hydroxy, 2 imino, 6 piperidin, 1 ylpyrimidin, and 4 amine. The percentage composition of carbon being 51.65, hydrogen being 7.24, nitrogen being 33.47, and oxygen being 7.64.…
The futuristic, seemingly inconceivable concept of a medication that could replicate exercise is examined by Nicola Twilley in “A Pill To Make Exercise Obsolete”, published in The New Yorker. Investigating several such exercise-supplements that exist today, Twilley explores the idea of exercise and its health implications on a broad scale; Assessing how exercise was viewed throughout human history, how it exists in the natural world, and how it seemingly benefits innumerable systems in the human body (as demonstrated by modern medical research). Throughout the informative article, Twilley introduces different perspectives and scientific research to compel The New Yorkers demographic (especially athletes or those affected by the medical conditions…
Furosemide is a medication known as a loop diuretic (Allen, 2013). A diuretic is a medication which increases the amount of urine that passes out from the kidneys and they are often referred to as water tablets. It works by eliminating water and salt from the body through urination. In the kidneys, salt and water are filtered out of the blood and into the tubules of the kidney to the Glomerulus (Waugh and Grant, 2014), making the filtered fluid into urine (Omudhome, 2014). The sodium, chloride and water that are filtered out of the blood is then reabsorbed back into the blood before being eliminated as urine (Omudhome, 2014).…
Justin Haynes Organic Chemistry C17H20N4O6 I was given molecule 9. This molecule has the general name of Riboflavin has the chemical formula of C17H20N4O6. This can also go by two IUPAC names the first being 1-deoxy-1-(7,8-dimethyl-2,4-dioxo-3,4-dihydrobenzo[g]pteridin-10(2H)-yl)pen titol. The second name it can also go by 7,8-dimethyl-10-(2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentyl)benzo[g]pteridine-2,4(3H,10H)-d ione. While this molecule has the generic name of Riboflavin now .This molecule has been give several names over the years the first being Lactoflavin.…
If you want to lose some weight, whether you just need to drop five to ten pounds or you have quite a bit to lose, weight loss smoothie recipes can help. Smoothies are not only quick and easy to make, they're also incredibly nutritious and can help with weight loss. Because the majority of ingredients you use in smoothies are natural, such as fruits and vegetables, you're getting the nutrition you need, without a ton of unhealthy fat. There is no need to add extra sugar, or even fattening ingredients like milk or yogurt. There are a few weight loss smoothie recipes in particular you'll have to try for yourself if you want to shed some pounds.…
What Is Vitapulse? Vitapulse is a supplement that is designed to improve heart health. It is filled with antioxidants that lower blood pressure, balance cholesterol levels and enhance cardiovascular function. Vitapulse can also reduce inflammation, which can lead to a number of health problems. What Does Vitapulse Have In It?…
Case Study Viginette One of the wonderful things brought about by science and technology is the use of Internet. Internet is a mechanism which makes the lives of people more diverse, colorful and richer. Through the Internet, people are able to find more jobs and opportunities in foreign shores. Communication on a daily basis is also made easier because of e-mails and other instant messaging software and programs. Further, social networking websites allow relatives in faraway land to connect with their loved ones completely.…
That's the reason why Vincent gave Marcel the serum in the first place. To make the Mikaelson's involved with Davina's death pay. As far as we all know, he meant death. Regardless, Marcel planned to do something to them either way.…
Since childhood most people have watched their favorite pirate movie and fantasized about being on a ship that was commanded by a captain with a wooden leg or they have dreamed of being on a Caribbean island looking for buried treasure. Most of what’s been told to the masses about the life of people who have sailed the high seas is not fully accurate. The reality is the life of a so - called pirate and sailor was extremely harsh and very dangerous. Scurvy killed more sailors than all battles, storms and other diseases combined from the 16th to 18th centuries. A seaman had to be weary of many things such as, bad weather, the criminal element and most crucial of all, diseases.…
Gelatin. Ever heard of it? You know what it is, however you might not know what is in it. Gelatin contains animal tissues. Now that isn't just the only product that contains hidden ingredients, there is so much more.…
I do believe that there are circumstances under which a person should take calcium supplements. Calcium is one of the most abundant minerals in the body, yet so many people still have trouble consuming enough calcium rich foods. Calcium is by far the most important mineral for our structure. One circumstance under which a person should take calcium supplements is if a doctor specifically prescribes a patient a calcium supplement due to having any kind of deficiency. Another circumstance is if you are aware that you are not getting enough calcium in your diet for whatever the reason is.…
“CardioGood Fitness is a company who develops high-quality cardio-vascular exercise equipment. (York College of Pennsylvania) They produce equipment such as treadmills and fitness bikes. The CardioGood Fitness case study presents data upon different types of treadmills, TM195, TM498, and the TM798. It also uses a variety of classifications to identify who used what.…
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 PROBLEM STATEMENT: Canny Wheelchairs augment the capacities of customary fueled gadgets by presenting control and navigational insight. These gadgets can facilitate the lives of numerous handicapped individuals, especially those with serious impedances by expanding their scope of portability. For debilitated individuals human found a wheel seat which can be moved by utilizing hands for the individuals who don't have legs. Be that as it may, the people groups who don't have legs and additionally hands can't move their wheel seat self. They require some other individual to move their wheel seat.…
Once a person has decided that their home or office would benefit from owning a Vitamix, the next thought is usually, which vitamix is best for me. This is a very valid question since there are so many on the market. This stands to reason since the company that makes the Vitamix has been around for close to a century. While the name of the company has changed a few times, the quality, and dedication to help others live a healthier lifestyle hasn 't. Before reading some tips on which vitamix to buy, a fun fact about the company that makes these products. A few years before the company 's name was changed to Vitamix, the owner of the company went on television, which was still pretty new at the time.…
My Pharmacy Family Over my lifetime, I estimate I will spend at least 40 years in the workforce, and I vow to never be someone who is miserable at work. Currently, in an average week, I seem to spend more time with my coworkers than I do with my family. Work is a significant aspect of life and finding a positive workplace is essential. Before I became a pharmacy technician at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, I had worked other jobs. My previous work experience was boring, repetitive, and did not come close to matching everything I love about the hospital.…