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Bromhexine
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09019ApprovedInvestigationalIt was introduced into the market in 1963, and is widely available as an over-the-counter drug in many countries. … It is derived from the Adhatoda vasica plant and aids in the clearance of excess mucus, improving breathing and reducing cough.
Mixtures: POLYMOX-CILProducts: BROMEK 5 ML 4 MG SURUP, 100 ML, POLYMOX-CILIsotretinoin
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00982ApprovedInvestigational[L6574] Isotretinoin is associated with major risks in pregnancy and is therefore only available under the iPLEDGE program in the United States. … Isotretinoin is a retinoid derivative of vitamin A used in the treatment of severe recalcitrant acne.
Categories: Retinoids for Topical Use in AcneTechnetium Tc-99m disofenin
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09164ApprovedWithdrawnIt is available as an intravenous injection in a preparation kit under the name Hepatolite. … Technetium Tc-99m disofenin is a radiopharmaceutical agent used in hepatobiliary imaging for diagnostic purposes.
Categories: Compounds used in a research, industrial, or household settingLercanidipine
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00528ApprovedInvestigationalWithdrawnLercanidipine is a calcium channel blocker of the dihydropyridine class. It is sold under various commercial names including Zanidip.
Mixtures: ENALAPRIL/LERCA AL 10/10MG, ENALAPRIL/LERCA AL 10/10MGCategories: Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) and calcium channel blockersFenproporex
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01550ApprovedIllicitWithdrawnFenproporex is an orally active stimulant drug, which was developed in the 1960s. It is used as an appetite suppressant and a treatment for obesity. … and safety data, and is listed as a drug in Schedule IV of the Controlled Substances Act.
Sodium tartrate
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB13707ApprovedWithdrawnSodium tartrate is a disodium salt of l-( + )-tartaric acid that is identified by transparent, colorless, and odorless crystals. It is obtained as a byproduct of wine manufacturing. … Sodium tartrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as a direct human food ingredient. It acts as an emulsifier and pH control agent in food products [L2590].
Synonyms: sodium L-tartrate, Disodium L-(+)-tartrateBentiromide
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00522ApprovedWithdrawnBentiromide is a dipeptide that is used in the bentiromide test, which is a screening test for evaluating pancreatic exocrine function and monitoring the adequacy of supplemental pancreatic therapy. … It is typically administered orally. Cases of headache and gastrointestinal disturbances have been reported with the use of bentiromide. Bentiromide is currently not available in the U.S. or Canada.
Categories: Compounds used in a research, industrial, or household settingHydroxyethyl cellulose
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11602ApprovedIt is used as a key ingredient in many household cleaning products, lubricants and cosmetics due to its non-ionic and water-soluble nature. … It is often used as an ingredient in ophthalmic pharmaceutical preparations such as artificial tear solutions and adjunct agent in topical drug formulations to facilitate the delivery of drugs with hydrophobic
Categories: Compounds used in a research, industrial, or household settingNicorandil
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09220ApprovedInvestigationalWithdrawnIt is not an approved drug by FDA. It is a niacinamide derivative that induces vasodilation of arterioles and large coronary arteries by activating potassium channels. … It is shown to dilate normal and stenotic coronary arteries and reduces both ventricular preload and afterload [A20325].
Categories: Vasodilators Used in Cardiac DiseasesTechnetium Tc-99m sulfur colloid
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09397ApprovedTechnetium 99m sulfur colloid is a radiopharmaceutical diagnostic agent used in the evaluation of various conditions including lymph node metastases in breast cancer, detection of shunt patency, imaging … This is possible as Technetium-99m decays by isomeric transition to technetium-99 through the release of a gamma ray.
Categories: Compounds used in a research, industrial, or household setting