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Alemtuzumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody specific to lymphocyte antigens. It is a recombinant DNA-derived humanized monoclonal antibody (Campath-1H) that is directed against the 21-28 kD cell surface glycoprotein, CD52. The Campath-1H antibody is an IgG1 kappa with the human variable framework and constant regions, and complementarity-determining regions from a...
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Matched Description: … The Campath-1H antibody is an IgG1 kappa with the human variable framework and constant regions, and ... [L43397] It is marketed as LEMTRADA for multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment and CAMPTAH for B-cell chronic ... The dose of alemtuzumab used for B-CLL is much higher than that for MS, and also at more frequent dosing …
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins ... Antineoplastic and Immunomodulating Agents …
Fludrocortisone is a synthetic mineralocorticoid used in conjunction with hydrocortisone to replace missing endogenous corticosteroids in patients with adrenal insufficiency.[A187169,A187187] It is functionally similar to aldosterone, the body's primary endogenous mineralocorticoid, and is structurally analogous to cortisol, differing only by a fluorine atom at the 9-position of the steroid structure...
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Matched Description: … A187187] It is functionally similar to [aldosterone], the body's primary endogenous mineralocorticoid, and
Matched Categories: … Sex Hormones and Insulins ... fludrocortisone and antiinfectives ... fludrocortisone and antiinfectives ... fludrocortisone and antiinfectives ... Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists …
Fostamatinib has been investigated for the treatment and basic science of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). It was approved on April 17, 2018, under the trade name Tavalisse for use in ITP [L2644, FDA Label]. Fostamatinib has also been granted orphan drug status by the FDA . Recently,...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … Fostamatinib has been investigated for the treatment and basic science of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Immune …
Matched Categories: … Blood and Blood Forming Organs …
An essential amino acid that is necessary for normal growth in infants and for nitrogen balance in adults. It is a precursor of indole alkaloids in plants. It is a precursor of serotonin (hence its use as an antidepressant and sleep aid). It can be a precursor to niacin, albeit...
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Nutraceutical
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Matched Description: … It is a precursor of serotonin (hence its use as an antidepressant and sleep aid). ... An essential amino acid that is necessary for normal growth in infants and for nitrogen balance in adults …
Matched Mixtures name: … Aminosyn II and Dextrose ... Aminosyn II and Dextrose …
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins …
Novartis' brand name Zelnorm (tegaserod) had originally received approval from the US FDA in 2002 for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C).[L5918,F4229] It was, however, voluntarily withdrawn from widespread use in the US market in 2007 after concerns arose over the possibility that tegaserod could potentially cause...
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Matched Description: … natural secretions in the gut, among others. ... the unique mechanism of action of acting on serotonin-4 (5-HT(4)) receptors in smooth muscle cells and ... the gastrointestinal wall to facilitate actions like esophageal relaxation, peristaltic gut movement, and
Matched Categories: … Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …
Trimebutine is a spasmolytic agent that regulates intestinal and colonic motility and relieves abdominal pain with antimuscarinic and weak mu opioid agonist effects. It is marketed for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and lower gastrointestinal tract motility disorders, with IBS being one of the most common multifactorial GI...
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Matched Description: … Trimebutine is a spasmolytic agent that regulates intestinal and colonic motility and relieves abdominal ... pain with antimuscarinic and weak mu opioid agonist effects. ... Trimebutine is not a FDA-approved drug, but it is available in Canada and several other international …
Matched Categories: … Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …
Clascoterone (cortexolone 17α-propionate, CB-03-01) is a novel antagonist of androgen receptors. It binds to androgen receptors with high affinity. By competing with androgens for binding to androgen receptors, clascoterone works by blocking the androgen receptor signalling cascades that promote acne pathogenesis, such as sebaceous gland proliferation, excess sebum production, and...
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Matched Description: … female patients 12 years and older. ... FDA approved clascoterone for the first-in-class topical treatment of acne (acne vulgaris) in male and ... cascades that promote acne pathogenesis, such as sebaceous gland proliferation, excess sebum production, and
Matched Categories: … Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists …
The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (monoiodotyrosine) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (diiodotyrosine) in the thyroglobulin. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form triiodothyronine which exerts a broad spectrum...
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Matched Description: … Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. ... Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (monoiodotyrosine) and the coupling of iodotyrosines …
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins ... Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists …
A local anesthetic of the amide type now generally used for surface anesthesia. It is one of the most potent and toxic of the long-acting local anesthetics and its parenteral use is restricted to spinal anesthesia. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1006)
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Matched Description: … It is one of the most potent and toxic of the long-acting local anesthetics and its parenteral use is …
Matched Categories: … Analgesics and Anesthetics ... Antipruritics and Local Anesthetics ... Agents for Treatment of Hemorrhoids and Anal Fissures for Topical Use …
Dravet syndrome is a pediatric encephalopathy that typically manifests within the first year of life following exposure to elevated temperatures. It is characterized by recurrent pharmacoresistant seizures, which increase in frequency and severity with disease progression. Concomitantly with these seizures, patients typically display delayed development and neurocognitive impairment.[A214694, A214709, A214712,...
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Matched Description: … It is characterized by recurrent pharmacoresistant seizures, which increase in frequency and severity ... Concomitantly with these seizures, patients typically display delayed development and neurocognitive ... it was granted a new FDA approval on June 25, 2020, for treatment of patients with Dravet syndrome and
Matched Categories: … Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …
An aminoquinoline that is given by mouth to produce a radical cure and prevent relapse of vivax and ovale malarias following treatment with a blood schizontocide. It has also been used to prevent transmission of falciparum malaria by those returning to areas where there is a potential for re-introduction of...
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Matched Description: … An aminoquinoline that is given by mouth to produce a radical cure and prevent relapse of vivax and ovale ... Adverse effects include anemias and GI disturbances. …
Matched Categories: … Antiparasitic Products, Insecticides and Repellents …
An anthelmintic with schistosomicidal activity against Schistosoma mansoni, but not against other Schistosoma spp. Oxamniquine causes worms to shift from the mesenteric veins to the liver where the male worms are retained; the female worms return to the mesentery, but can no longer release eggs. (From Martidale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia,...
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Matched Categories: … Quinoline Derivatives and Related Substances ... Antiparasitic Products, Insecticides and Repellents …
Dexfenfluramine, also marketed under the name Redux, is a serotoninergic anorectic drug. For a fairly limited time during the middle of the nineties, the US FDA had approved it for use in managing weight loss. However, following multiple concerns about the cardiovascular side-effects of the drug, such approval was withdrawn.
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Matched Categories: … Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …
Halofantrine is an antimalarial. It belongs to the phenanthrene class of compounds that includes quinine and lumefantrine. It appears to inhibit polymerisation of heme molecules (by the parasite enzyme "heme polymerase"), resulting in the parasite being poisoned by its own waste. Halofantrine has been shown to preferentially block open and...
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Matched Description: … It belongs to the phenanthrene class of compounds that includes quinine and lumefantrine. ... Halofantrine has been shown to preferentially block open and inactivated HERG channels leading to some …
Matched Categories: … Antiparasitic Products, Insecticides and Repellents …
Arformoterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve breathing. Arformoterol inhalation is used to prevent bronchoconstriction in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. The use of arformoterol is pending revision due to safety concerns in regards to an increased...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … bronchoconstriction in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and
Fenoterol is an adrenergic beta-2 agonist that is used as a bronchodilator and tocolytic.
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Matched Description: … Fenoterol is an adrenergic beta-2 agonist that is used as a bronchodilator and tocolytic. …
Matched Categories: … fenoterol and ipratropium bromide ... Genito Urinary System and Sex Hormones …
A sympathomimetic agent with mainly indirect effects on adrenergic receptors. It is used to maintain blood pressure in hypotensive states, for example, following spinal anesthesia. Although the central stimulant effects of mephentermine are much less than those of amphetamine, its use may lead to amphetamine-type dependence. (From Martindale, The Extra...
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Matched Categories: … Adrenergic and Dopaminergic Agents …
Salsalate is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent for oral administration. Salsalate's mode of action as an anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic agent may be due to inhibition of synthesis and release of prostaglandins. The usefulness of salicylic acid, the active in vivo product of salsalate, in the treatment of arthritic disorders has been...
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Matched Description: … synthesis and release of prostaglandins. ... Salsalate's mode of action as an anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic agent may be due to inhibition of ... A significant portion of the parent compound is absorbed unchanged and undergoes rapid esterase hydrolysis …
Matched Categories: … Salicylic Acid and Derivatives …
An indole derivative effective in schizophrenia and other psychoses and possibly useful in the treatment of the aggressive type of undersocialized conduct disorder. Molindone has much lower affinity for D2 receptors than most antipsychotic agents and has a relatively low affinity for D1 receptors. It has only low to moderate...
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Matched Description: … An indole derivative effective in schizophrenia and other psychoses and possibly useful in the treatment ... It has only low to moderate affinity for cholinergic and alpha-adrenergic receptors. ... Molindone has much lower affinity for D2 receptors than most antipsychotic agents and has a relatively …
Huperzine A, is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene alkaloid found in the extracts of the firmoss Huperzia serrata. The botanical has been used in China for centuries for the treatment of swelling, fever and blood disorders. Recently in clinical trials in China, it has demonstrated neuroprotective effects. It is currently being...
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Experimental
Matched Description: … The botanical has been used in China for centuries for the treatment of swelling, fever and blood disorders …
Pinacidil is a cyanoguanidine drug that acts by opening ATP-sensitive potassium channels, leading to peripheral vasodilatation of arterioles and decreasing peripheral vascular resistance. The above processes result in reduced blood pressure. This drug has been discontinued by the FDA.
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Matched Description: … acts by opening ATP-sensitive potassium channels, leading to peripheral vasodilatation of arterioles and
Matched Categories: … pinacidil and diuretics …
Dimetindene (Fenistil) is an antihistamine/anticholinergic used orally and locally as an antipruritic.
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Matched Description: … Dimetindene (Fenistil) is an antihistamine/anticholinergic used orally and locally as an antipruritic …
Efinaconazole is a 14 alpha-demethylase inhibitor indicated in the treatment of fungal infection of the nail, known as onychomycosis. It was approved for use in Canada and the USA in 2014 and is marketed by Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC under the name Jublia.
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Matched Description: … It was approved for use in Canada and the USA in 2014 and is marketed by Valeant Pharmaceuticals North …
Matched Categories: … Imidazole and Triazole Derivatives …
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Matched Categories: … Indicators and Reagents …
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