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Tizanidine
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00697ApprovedInvestigationalInitially approved by the FDA in 1996, tizanidine is an Alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist reducing spasticity by the presynaptic inhibition of excitatory neurotransmitters that cause firing of neurons … Regardless of the cause, muscle spasticity can be an extremely painful and debilitating condition.
Products: CIMBRAR(R) SR CAPSULA DE LIBERACIÓN PROGRAMADAMorphine
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00295ApprovedInvestigationalMorphine, the main alkaloid of opium, was first obtained from poppy seeds in 1805.[A176035] It is a potent analgesic, though its use is limited due to tolerance, withdrawal, and the risk of abuse. … Morphine was granted FDA approval in 1941.[L12114]
Synonyms: (7R,7AS,12bs)-3-methyl-2,3,4,4a,7,7a-hexahydro-1H-4,12-methano[1]benzofuro[3,2-e]isoquinoline-7,9-diol, (5R,6S,9R,13S,14R)-4,5-epoxy-N-methyl-7-morphinen-3,6-diolProducts: Kadian ER, Arymo ERFinasteride
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01216ApprovedInvestigational[L6244] Finasteride is commonly marketed under the brand names Propecia and Proscar to be used aloneo or in combination with [doxazosin], an alpha-blocker. … [L6244,L10565] In 1998, it was approved by the FDA to treat male pattern hair loss.
Synonyms: (5alpha,17beta)-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-3-oxo-4-azaandrost-1-ene-17-carboxamideCategories: Drugs Used in Benign Prostatic HypertrophyPrazosin
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00457ApprovedInvestigationalPrazosin is marketed by _Pfizer_ and was initially approved by the FDA in 1988.[L5828] It belongs to the class of drugs known as alpha-1 antagonists. … Recently, many studies have evaluated the benefits of this drug in controlling the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and associated nightmares.[A176618, A176621, A176624]
Products: CAPSULAS DE 1MG, Nu-prazo Tab 1mgFluvoxamine
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00176ApprovedInvestigationalIt was launched in the US in December 1994 and in Japan in June 1999. As of the end of 1995, more than 10 million patients worldwide have been treated with fluvoxamine. … Fluvoxamine has been in use in clinical practice since 1983 and has a clinical trial database comprised of approximately 35,000 patients.
Products: FLUVOXAMINA EG, Gen-fluvoxamine 50mgExemestane
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00990ApprovedInvestigationalExemestane is an oral steroidal aromatase inhibitor used in the adjuvant treatment of hormonally-responsive (also called hormone-receptor-positive, estrogen-responsive) breast cancer in postmenopausal … It irreversibly binds to the active site of the enzyme resulting in permanent inhibition.
Products: EXEMESTANE EGOndansetron
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00904ApprovedInvestigationalWithdrawn[L5221] The FDA withdrew its approval for the use of all intravenous drug products containing more than 16 mg of ondansetron hydrochloride in a single dose, due to a high risk of QT prolongation. … and use, including the development of orally soluble films that are both discreet in administration and less of a burden in comparison to having patients attempt to swallow pills during emesis.
Products: ONDANSETRON EG, ONDANSETRONE DR. REDDY'SOxymetazoline
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00935ApprovedInvestigational[L15057] In July 2020, the FDA approved the use of an ophthalmic formulation of oxymetazoline (Upneeq) in adults with acquired blepharoptosis, or ptosis, making it the first FDA-approved medical treatment … [A215587, L15092] In dentistry, oxymetazoline and tetracaine combination intranasal spray (Kovanaze) is used for regional anesthesia during dental procedures in children and adults.
Mixtures: N-S-4Products: n-Drops NASAL DECONGESTANT, Nasal DTriclocarban
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11155ApprovedIn 2017, the US FDA prohibited the marketing of over-the-counter (OTC) consumer antiseptic wash products containing triclocarban due to negative health effects such as bacterial resistance or hormonal … It is a bacteriostatic compound that has been found in antibacterial soaps and other personal care products.
Synonyms: N-(4-chlorophenyl)-N'-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)ureaProducts: DG Body Antibacterial Deodorant 3.5 oz barPhenol
go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB03255ApprovedInvestigationalPhenol is also used as an oral analgesic or anesthetic in products such as Chloraseptic to treat pharyngitis. … Additionally, phenol and its related compounds are used in surgical ingrown toenail treatment, a process termed phenolization.
Mixtures: Au Kah Chuen Skin Lotion, Absorbine Jr Pro No Mess Roll-on PlusCategories: Compounds used in a research, industrial, or household setting