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  1. Drug

    Dexfenfluramine

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01191
    ApprovedIllicitWithdrawn

    For a fairly limited time during the middle of the nineties, the US FDA had approved it for use in managing weight loss.

    Categories: Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin SyndromeSynonyms: d-N-ethyl-α-methyl-m-trifluoromethylphenethylamine, (S)-N-ethyl-1-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]propan-2-amine
  2. Drug

    Lasmiditan

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11732
    ApprovedInvestigational

    [L9338,L9356] It was also approved by the European Commission on August 17, 2022.[L43997] Traditionally, the triptan class of anti-migraine medications (e.g. … [A187316,A187322] Lasmiditan, in contrast, is a highly selective agonist of 5-HT<sub>1F</sub> receptors, carrying virtually no affinity for other receptors which appear to be largely responsible for

    Categories: Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome
  3. Drug

    Nifurtimox

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11820
    ApprovedInvestigational

    [L15366] Nifurtimox, developed by Bayer, is a nitrofuran antiprotozoal drug used in the treatment of Chagas disease. … Chagas disease, caused by a parasite known as Trypanosoma cruzi (T.cruzi), is a vector-transmitted disease affecting animals and humans in the Americas.

  4. Drug

    Rucaparib

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB12332
    ApprovedInvestigational

    [A249240] The drug was later approved by the European Commission in May 2018.[L42185] It is currently used to treat recurrent ovarian and prostate cancer in adults.[L42155,L42185]. … By targeting the genetically-mutated cancer cells that lack a DNA repair mechanism, rucaparib causes cancer cell death and reduces tumour growth.

  5. Drug

    Acarbose

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00284
    ApprovedInvestigational

    [L31633,A37868] By inhibiting the activity of these enzymes, acarbose limits the absorption of dietary carbohydrates and the subsequent postprandial increase in blood glucose and insulin levels. … [L31668] This class of antidiabetic therapy is not widely used due to their relatively modest impact on A1c, their requirement for thrice-daily dosing, and the potential for significant gastrointestinal

  6. Drug

    Pegaptanib

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB04895
    ApprovedWithdrawn

    Pegatinib aids neovascular age-related macular degeneration by binding to VEGF which in order reduces angiogenesis and vessel permeability. Pegaptanib was granted FDA approval on 17 September 2004.

  7. Drug

    Micafungin

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01141
    ApprovedInvestigational

    It belongs to the antifungal class of compounds known as echinocandins and exerts its effect by inhibiting the synthesis of 1,3-beta-D-glucan, an integral component of the fungal cell wall.

  8. Drug

    Prednisolone phosphate

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB14631
    ApprovedInvestigationalVet approved

    [A187463] Prednisolone phosphate was granted FDA Approval on 19 December 1973.[L14144] … Prednisolone phosphate is a glucocorticoid similar to [cortisol] used for its anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, anti-neoplastic, and vasoconstrictive effects.

    Mixtures: OFTALETYC® NF
  9. Drug

    Triprolidine

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00427
    Approved

    First generation histamine H1 antagonist used in allergic rhinitis; asthma; and urticaria. It is a component of cough and cold medicines. It may cause drowsiness.

    Mixtures: Poly Hist NC, NEO PROTIFED
  10. Drug

    Calcium citrate

    go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11093
    ApprovedInvestigational

    Calcium citrate is a salt typically used as a source of calcium in a variety of over the counter supplements.

    Mixtures: Cal-mag (one To One) With Potass & Zinc, CALCIBON® D 800 UI TABLETAS RECUBIERTAS