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Sodium hydroxide
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11151ApprovedThis chemical is used to manufacture soaps, rayon, paper, explosives, dyestuffs, and petroleum products [L1965]. … The use of this compound has been shown to effectively reduce prion levels in an in vitro inactivation assay [A32334].
Cyclopentolate
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00979ApprovedA parasympatholytic anticholinergic used solely to obtain mydriasis or cycloplegia.
Products: MINIMS CYCLOPENTOLATE HYDROCHLORIDE EYE DROPS 1% w/v, MINIMS CYCLOPENTOLATE HYDROCHLORIDE EYE DROPS 0.5% w/vDG051
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB05177ExperimentalDG051 is a novel small-molecule inhibitor of leukotriene A4 hydrolase (LTA4H), the protein made by one of the genes in the leukotriene pathway that has been shown to link to risk of heart attack. … DG051 is designed to decrease risk of heart attack by decreasing the production of leukotriene B4 (LTB4), an end product of the leukotriene pathway and a potent promoter of inflammation.
DL-dimyristoylphosphatidylcholine
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11283ApprovedIt is used in commercial drug preparations to solubilize drugs for injection [A32711]
Levorphanol
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00854ApprovedA narcotic analgesic that may be habit-forming. It is nearly as effective orally as by injection.
Categories: Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin SyndromeCeftizoxime
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01332ApprovedWithdrawnIt has few side effects and is reported to be safe and effective in aged patients and in patients with hematologic disorders. … The drug is highly resistant to a broad spectrum of beta-lactamases and is active against a wide range of both aerobic and anaerobic gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.
Iodoform
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB13813ApprovedInvestigationalVet approvedWithdrawnIodoform has also been found in dental paste and root canal filling materials in combination with other intracanal medications due to its radiopacity [A32893]. … Due to its antimicrobial properties following topical administration, minimal levels of iodoform may be found in disinfectants and it is more primarily used for veterinary purposes.
Products: Iodoform Packing Strip 5% W/wMetaxalone
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00660ApprovedInvestigationalMetaxalone is a moderate to strong muscle relaxant used in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal pain caused by strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal conditions. … Its main mechanism of action is thought to involve general central nervous system depression. Metaxalone is associated with few side effects and is available as a 800 mg scored tablet.
Categories: Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin SyndromeAlverine
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01616ApprovedInvestigationalWithdrawnIt can also be used to help relieve period pain. … Alverine is a smooth muscle relaxant used to relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach and intestines. It is therefore useful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and similar conditions.
Troglitazone
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00197ApprovedWithdrawnTroglitazone was withdrawn in 2000 due to risk of hepatotoxicity. It was superseded by [pioglitazone] and [rosiglitazone].