DESITIN ARZNEIMITTEL GmbH was founded in Berlin in 1919. We developed and successfully introduced the still frequently used Desitin® ointment as our first product. In 1945, Desitin relocated to Hamburg, where the development and sales of medication for illnesses of the central nervous system (CNS) began. The company became a specialist supplier and competent partner […]
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Epilepsies are a group of entirely diverse disorders. What is common to all of them is that seizures occur from time to time, usually without any warning sign. Epileptic seizures are caused by functional disturbances of the brain. Their clinical manifestation is dependent to a great extent on which area of the brain is malfunctioning. […]
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A generally valid definition and one that is applicable to all epileptic seizure forms could be the following: Epileptic seizures are relatively brief, sudden changes in consciousness, reasoning, behaviour, memory, senses, or sensation, or the tensing of the musculature due to a temporary functional disturbance of the nerve cells in the brain in the form […]
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Desitin concentrates its marketing efforts on the European continent. In a number of countries (key countries mainly in the UK, Scandinavia and Eastern Europe as well as in Switzerland) Desitin is present with own sales forces, whereas in other countries licencees and partners distribute Desitin’s products.
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Desitin is focused on pharmaceuticals for the treatment of epilepsy. It is the only manufacturer that offers the almost entire spectrum of products recommended by the WHO for the treatment of epilepsy. It should be noted that not all products are available in all countries. Desitin not only offers a wide range of different therapeutics, […]
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Three active ingredients play a major role in Desitin‘s own developments for epilepsy: Valproic acid, which is the first-line therapy for generalized seizures, Carbamazepine, which is of the same relevance for focal seizures, and Oxcarbazepine the more modern alternative to Carbamazepine.
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Pharmaceutical innovations developed by Desitin as well as the launch of new chemical entities licenced from partners represent corporate milestones throughout Desitin’s history. None of the products shown are available in the UK at this time from Desitin.
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Desitin’s straightforward approach together with the quality of its products from own development and licensors consequently lead to its high reputation within its main target group – neurologists – as shown in the results of the survey performed in Germany in 2013. Desitin is starting to build a reputation in the UK.
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Desitin Pharmaceuticals GmbH – galenic innovation for over 40 years 2011 Levetiracetam Desitin The first levetiracetam minitablets worldwide (approved administration form: film-coated granules in sachets) 2010 Sumavel® DosePro® The first ready-to-use, needle free injector for sumatriptan in Europe* 2009 Topiramat Desitin quadro The first quartered topiramate tablet worldwide 2008 Apydan extent The first modified release formulation […]
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Pharmaceuticals are developed, manufactured, procured, and tested at Desitin’s Hamburg site under modern conditions and then shipped to our customers worldwide. The comprehensive laws, regulations, and standards conforming to AMG, AMWHV, cGXP, etc. are mapped in a modern process-oriented and flexible organisation. Falsified Medicines Directive (Directive 2016/62/EU) Desitin is compliant with Directive 2016/62/EU. All products […]
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Relevant information about our clinical development activities is provided below. At Desitin, we are proud of the fact that for decades we have consistently produced global innovations that have considerably improved and simplified drug treatment for doctors and patients, and have already become standard treatments. These innovations, which were and are always developed in close […]
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Epileptic seizures are disorders of the brain caused by an increased number of brief electrical discharges of nerve cells. There are more than thirty forms of epileptic seizures and even more forms of epilepsy because these can also involve combinations of several different types of seizures. Every person affected by epilepsy generally has only one […]
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Epileptic seizures can have very diverse manifestations. They can occur without screaming or loss of consciousness, without stiffening, tongue biting, and collapsing, without turning blue or having convulsions. They can be so harmless that neither the person affected realises it nor the non-expert notices anything when they directly observe a seizure. The only sign of […]
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Every nerve cell and every cluster of nerve cells in the brain can become ‘epileptic’, leading to disruption or discontinuation of their normal activity. If the cells are responsible for the sense of smell an olfactory disturbance results. If they are normally responsible for sight, the perception of light flashes or other light stimuli can […]
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The expression “epileptic attacks” is a collective designation behind which there can be very diverse disorders. However, for many people the cause of seizures is still elusive even with the methods available today. Not every epileptic-like attack is synonymous with epilepsy. For example, almost every person will experience an epileptic seizure under the following conditions: […]
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Epilepsy still belongs to the health disorders that are met with a variety of false perceptions and prejudices by the public even though specialized knowledge particularly in this area has increased tremendously in the past decades. The famous Greek doctor Hippocrates (460 – 375 BC) recognized that epilepsy was due to a disturbance in the […]
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At Desitin Pharma Ltd we recognise and support the important work of patient organisations to improve the quality of life for epilepsy patients in the UK. We also regularly work with healthcare professionals on a range of issues relevant to our products and the epilepsy disease area. The advice, insight and knowledge we can gain […]
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Download a diary from the Epilepsy Society website Keeping a regular record of your seizures helps to monitor your triggers and helps medical staff review your treatment. Patient support organisations, such as Epilepsy Society have paper, PDF and an app version of a diary you can use. What is a seizure diary for? Keeping a […]
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At Desitin Pharma Ltd we recognise and support the important work of patient organisations to improve the quality of life for epilepsy patients in the UK. During 2013/14, we have provided £8,000 as an unrestricted Educational Grant to the Epilepsy Society as well as providing £8,000 as an unrestricted Educational Grant to the Epilepsy Action. We […]
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Click to see Art at Desitin It is a little known fact that a large number of world-famous artists suffer from neurological or psychiatric illnesses; Desitin has set itself the task of alleviating the symptoms of these ailments. An illness, especially if it is chronic, always represents an irritation in a person’s life and can significantly impair their quality of life. […]
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Medium-sized, specialized pharmaceutical company Founded nearly 100 years ago in Berlin Independent, family-owned, profitable company, based in Hamburg About 300 employees in development, production, sales, medicine, marketing and administration Established as a specialist in the field of epilepsy Addition of further CNS indications Fully integrated pharmaceutical company Incorporating sales & marketing, commercial, medical affairs and […]
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We recommend that if you plan to go on a vacation or plan to work abroad you should always discuss with your Doctor to ensure you have adequate supply of your medicines to last the duration of your trip. However if you run out of medicine you can check out the availability of Desitin Medicines […]
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Desitin Pharma Ltd disclosure of payments to Health Care Professionals (HCPs), Donations and Grants Date of Preparation March 2020
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