Merbau (pronounced MER-boo), also known as kwila or ipil, is a tropical timber which inhabits mangrove forests. The wood is naturally oily with a high tannin content, making it highly durable and resistant to weathering, decay and termites.Its appearance is a deep reddish brown with occasional flecks of yellow which enhance its visual appeal.he wood is naturally oily with a high tannin content, making it highly durable and resistant to weathering, decay and termites. Its appearance is a deep reddish brown with occasional flecks of yellow which enhance its visual appeal.
Mechanism Of Action. The exact mechanism of action of NORTHERA in the treatment of neurogenic orthostatic hypotension is unknown. NORTHERA is a synthetic amino acid analog that is directly metabolized to norepinephrine by dopadecarboxylase, which is extensively distributed throughout the body.
NORTHERA capsule whole. Titrate to symptomatic response, in increments of 100 mg three times daily every 24Â­. 48 hours up to a maximum dose of 600 mg three times daily (i.e., a maximum total daily dose of 1800 mg). Monitor supine blood pressure prior to initiating NORTHERA and after increasing the dose. 3. DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS. NORTHERA capsules are available in 100 mg, 200 mg, and 300 mg strengths as specified below.