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Lithium carbonate
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB14509ApprovedInvestigationalLithium has been used to treat manic episodes since the 19th century[A176642]. Though it is widely used, its mechanism of action is still unknown[FDA Label][A14585,A176642,A176651,L5843]. … Lithium carbonate has a narrow therapeutic range and so careful monitoring is required to avoid adverse effects[FDA Label].
Categories: Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin SyndromeProducts: Euro LithiumCasirivimab
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB15941ApprovedInvestigational[L23524] In November 2021, the same indication was approved by the EMA. … [A224429] These antibodies have been formulated to bind to multiple locations on the SARS-COV-2 spike protein, preventing viral escape.
Vigabatrin
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01080ApprovedInvestigationalVigabatrin is an analog of gamma-aminobutyric acid ([GABA]), the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, used in the treatment of refractory seizures and infantile spasms. … [A202124] Its use is now generally reserved for patients who have failed alternative therapies, and its US approval by the FDA in 2009 mandated the creation of a drug registry to monitor patients for visual
Hydrocodone
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00956ApprovedIllicitInvestigational[T116] It is commonly used in combination with [acetaminophen] to control moderate to severe pain. … The FDA first approved Hydrocodone for use as part of the cough suppressant syrup Hycodan in March of 1943.[L9025]
Categories: Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin SyndromeClopidogrel
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00758ApprovedInvestigationalClopidogrel is a prodrug of a platelet inhibitor used to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke. … in recent MI, stroke, or established peripheral arterial disease,[L7213] It has been shown to be superior to [aspirin] in reducing cardiovascular outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disease and
Mixtures: CLOPIDOGREL E ACIDO ACETILSALICILICO VIATRIS, CLOPIDOGREL E ACIDO ACETILSALICILICO VIATRISProducts: CLOPIDOGREL E ACIDO ACETILSALICILICO BILLEVAlfuzosin
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00346ApprovedBenign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) refers to a benign growth or hyperplasia of the prostate and leads to lower urinary tract symptoms in men, such as urgency, frequency and changes to urine flow. … [A228483] Alfuzosin is an alpha-1 adrenergic blocker used in the symptomatic treatment of BPH that works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck.
Products: Alfuzosin PH&T 10mg prolonged-release tabletsEntacapone
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00494ApprovedInvestigationalEntacapone is a selective, reversible catechol-O-methyl transferase (COMT) inhibitor for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. It is a member of the class of nitrocatechols. … When administered concomittantly with levodopa and a decarboxylase inhibitor (e.g., carbidopa), increased and more sustained plasma levodopa concentrations are reached as compared to the administration
Synonyms: (E)-alpha-Cyano-N,N-diethyl-3,4-dihydroxy-5-nitrocinnamamideMixtures: LEVO C/E BETA100/25/200, LEVO C/E BETA100/25/200Estradiol acetate
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB13952ApprovedVet approvedThe primary source of estrogen in normally cycling adult women is the ovarian follicle, which secretes 70 to 500 mcg of estradiol daily, depending on the phase of the menstrual cycle. … First-pass metabolism by the gut and the liver quickly degrades the estradiol molecule before it gets a chance to enter systemic circulation and exert its estrogenic effects [A12102].
Trovafloxacin
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00685ApprovedWithdrawnDue to its hepatotoxic potential, trovafloxacin was withdrawn from the market. … It was shown to be more effective against Gram-positive bacteria than Gram-negative bacteria when compared to previous fluoroquinolones.
Dihydroergotamine
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00320ApprovedInvestigationalformulated at 75% of the strength of the existing intranasal product. … Recent improvements have been made in the design of intranasal delivery devices allowing for greater delivery of dihydroergotamine solution to the vasculature-rich upper nasal cavity.
Categories: Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome