Imodium

Imodium is a synthetic opiate which halts diarrhea by disorganizing the bowels innate rhythmic contractions. Imodium is available over the counter at chemist shops. Its actions are similar to those of Lomotil, which for reasons unknown is not available over the counter at chemist shops.

Impetigo

Crusted weeping sores that break out where ever the skin is scratched are the hall marks of impetigo. Widely known as «school sores», impetigo is another skin manifestation of the «Golden Staph». Sometimes it is also caused by members of the Streptococcus family of micro organisms. The medical response to impetigo involves oral Flucloxacillin and topical antibiotic ointments, such as Bactroban and Nemdyn. The bacteria responsible for impetigo are spread by physical contact with previously infected individuals.

Impetigo is not a disease of the blood. It is caused by virulent species of bacteria taking up residence on the skin. Antiseptic in the bath for two weeks usually removes them and a small dab of Betadine or Savlon in the nose and around the anus may be required to eradicate more tenacious members of the offending species.

Inderal

Inderal is the archetypal Beta Blocker. The drug is now little used in the treatment of angina or high blood pressure. It still finds a place in the prevention of migraine headaches and is used in low doses by public speakers and marksmen to prevent an anxiety induced tremor.

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