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Sodium hydroxide

Sodium hydroxide is highly corrosive [L1965]. Sodium hydroxide is generally used as a solid or a diluted in a 50% solution. … It is a synthetically manufactured substance. When dissolved in water or neutralized with acid it releases substantial amounts of heat, which may prove sufficient to ignite combustible materials.

Selenious acid

One study showed efficacy in the prevention of malignancy while utilizing a selenium supplement in humans. … Interestingly, selenium is being studied as a potential therapy in the prevention or management of atherosclerosis [L1921].

Gadopentetic acid

A complex of gadolinium with a chelating agent, diethylenetriamine penta-acetic acid (DTPA see pentetic acid), that is given to enhance the image in cranial and spinal MRIs.

Levonorgestrel

Levonorgestrel (LNG) is a synthetic progestogen similar to [Progesterone] used in contraception and hormone therapy. … [A181988,T659] Also known as Plan B, it is used as a single agent in emergency contraception, and as a hormonal contraceptive released from an intrauterine device, commonly referred to as an IUD.

(2R)-1-[(5,6-DIPHENYL-7H-PYRROLO[2,3-D]PYRIMIDIN-4-YL)AMINO]PROPAN-2-OL

Naloxone

[A234589] It's important to note that naloxone only works on opioid receptors within the body, and is therefore not capable of reversing the effects of non-opioid medications such as stimulants like [methamphetamine … [L33734] Kits commonly include the supplies necessary to treat an overdose in a non-medical setting such as alcohol swabs, syringes, a rescue breathing mask, and instructions for use.

Pentoxifylline

[A226415, L30300] Although originally developed to treat intermittent claudication, a form of exertion-induced leg pain common in patients with peripheral arterial disease, PTX has been investigated for … [A226608] Pentoxifylline has been marketed in Europe since 1972; PTX extended-release tablets sold under the trade name TRENTAL by US Pharm Holdings were first approved by the FDA on Aug 30, 1984, but

Eperisone

It is not approved for use in the United States, but is available in other countries like India, South Korea, and Bangladesh. … Eperisone is an antispasmodic drug which relaxes both skeletal muscles and vascular smooth muscles, and demonstrates a variety of effects such as reduction of myotonia, improvement of circulation, and

Zinc oxide

Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound used in a number of manufacturing processes. … It is also widely used to treat a variety of other skin conditions, in products such as baby powder and barrier creams to treat diaper rashes, calamine cream, anti-dandruff shampoos, and antiseptic ointments

Antihemophilic factor (recombinant), PEGylated

PEGylation is the covalent attachment of a polyethylene glycol polymer, called PEG, to a drug or protein. … PEGylation decreases factor VIII clearance and allowing for an increased duration of drug circulation in the plasma [L1529].