Exogenous ketone acid), β-HB acts like a ketone, providing the body with energy in the absence of glucose. In fact, β-Hydroxybutyrate is the most abundant ketone in the blood during ketosis. Acetone is an organic compound with the formula (CH3)2CO and is one of the simplest and smallest ketones. It is synthesized from the breakdown of acetoacetate in ketotic individuals within the liver. Ketone salts are natural compounds, such as β-HB, that are mixed with sodium, potassium, or calcium to improve absorption and overall bioavailability. Ketone esters are synthetic compounds that link an alcohol group to a ketone body, producing an ester.
Antipyrine and benzocaine ear drops Antipyrine and benzocaine ear drops Antipyrine and benzocaine ear drops is a medication for the treatment of ear pain caused by otitis media. It combines antipyrine, a pain reliever, benzocaine, a numbing agent to treat ear pain, and hydroxyquinoline sulfate, an antiseptic. It is sold as Auralgan, Aurodex, Auroto, among other brands, and is abbreviated as A/B otic drops. A/B otic drops is indicated for ear pain caused by otitis media. It is used every 2–3 hours as needed for pain. A/B otic drops is also indicated for the removal of excessive or impacted cerumen. To clear cerumen, it is