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Nitroprusside

Nitroprusside serves as a source of nitric oxide, a potent peripheral vasodilator that affects both arterioles and venules (venules more than arterioles). Nitroprusside is often administered intravenously to patients who are experiencing a hypertensive emergency.
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Matched Description: … Nitroprusside serves as a source of nitric oxide, a potent peripheral vasodilator that affects both arterioles and …
Matched Categories: … Nitrogen Compounds ... Nitrates and Nitrites ... Indicators and Reagents …

Parecoxib

Parecoxib is a water-soluble and injectable prodrug of valdecoxib. It is marketed as Dynastat in the European Union. Parecoxib is a COX2 selective inhibitor in the same category as celecoxib (Celebrex) and rofecoxib (Vioxx). As it is injectable, it can be used perioperatively when patients are unable to take oral...
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Matched Description: … Parecoxib is a water-soluble and injectable prodrug of valdecoxib. ... Parecoxib is a COX2 selective inhibitor in the same category as celecoxib (Celebrex) and rofecoxib (Vioxx …
Matched Categories: … Antiinflammatory and Antirheumatic Products ... Antiinflammatory and Antirheumatic Products, Non-Steroids …
Matched Products: … Dynastat Powder and Solvent for Solution for Injection 40mg …

Nisoldipine

Nisoldipine is a 1,4-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It acts primarily on vascular smooth muscle cells by stabilizing voltage-gated L-type calcium channels in their inactive conformation. By inhibiting the influx of calcium in smooth muscle cells, nisoldipine prevents calcium-dependent smooth muscle contraction and subsequent vasoconstriction. Nisoldipine may be used in alone...
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Matched Description: … of calcium in smooth muscle cells, nisoldipine prevents calcium-dependent smooth muscle contraction and …
Matched Categories: … Calcium-Regulating Hormones and Agents …

Caffeine

Caffeine is a drug of the methylxanthine class used for a variety of purposes, including certain respiratory conditions of the premature newborn, pain relief, and to combat drowsiness. Caffeine is similar in chemical structure to Theophylline and Theobromine.[A187691,L9851] It can be sourced from coffee beans, but also occurs naturally in...
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Matched Description: … [A187694] Caffeine is beneficial in preventing and treating apnea and bronchopulmonary dysplasia in newborns ... Caffeine is similar in chemical structure to [Theophylline] and [Theobromine]. ... variety of purposes, including certain respiratory conditions of the premature newborn, pain relief, and …
Matched Mixtures name: … dihydrocodeine bitartrate and aspirin and caffeine DC ... Asa and Caffeine ... Ac and C Tab 1/8gr …
Matched Categories: … caffeine and sodium benzoate ... Respiratory and CNS Stimulants ... Caffeine and Caffeine Containing Products ... Anorexigenic Agents & Respiratory and CNS Stimulants ... Psychostimulants, Agents Used for ADHD and Nootropics …
Matched Products: … Caffeine and Sodium Benzoate …

Liotrix

Liotrix is a synthetically derived thyroid hormone replacement preparation. It consists of levothyroxine sodium (thyroxine, T4) and liothyronine sodium (triiodothyronine, T3) in a 4 to 1 ratio by weight. Liotrix was developed when it was believed that serum levels of both T4 and T3 were maintained by direct thyroidal secretion....
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Matched Description: … and combination hormone replacement therapy generally offers no therapeutic advantage. ... It consists of levothyroxine sodium (thyroxine, T4) and liothyronine sodium (triiodothyronine, T3) in ... It is now known that the thyroid gland secretes approximately ten times more T4 than T3 and that 80% …
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins ... Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists …

Flunarizine

Flunarizine is a selective calcium entry blocker with calmodulin binding properties and histamine H1 blocking activity. It is effective in the prophylaxis of migraine, occlusive peripheral vascular disease, vertigo of central and peripheral origin, and as an adjuvant in the therapy of epilepsy.
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Matched Description: … peripheral origin, and as an adjuvant in the therapy of epilepsy. ... Flunarizine is a selective calcium entry blocker with calmodulin binding properties and histamine H1 ... effective in the prophylaxis of migraine, occlusive peripheral vascular disease, vertigo of central and …
Matched Categories: … Calcium-Regulating Hormones and Agents …

Remdesivir

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the causative agent of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is a respiratory disease that is capable of progressing to viral pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS); COVID-19 can be fatal. Like other RNA viruses, SARS-CoV-2 depends on an RNA-dependent RNA polymerase...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … the related SARS-CoV and MERS-CoV,[A222398] and has been investigated in multiple COVID-19 clinical ... disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is a respiratory disease that is capable of progressing to viral pneumonia and ... , A222393] Broad antiviral activity of remdesivir is suggested by its mechanism of action,[A222398] and …
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins ... Nucleosides and Nucleotides ... Nucleic Acids, Nucleotides, and Nucleosides ... Nucleosides and Nucleotides Excl. Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors …

Tioconazole

Tioconazole is an imidazole antifungal used to treat fungal and yeast infections. Topical formulations are used for ringworm, jock itch, athlete's foot, and tinea versicolor or "sun fungus". Tioconazole interacts with 14-alpha demethylase, a cytochrome P-450 enzyme that converts lanosterol to ergosterol, an essential component of the yeast membrane. In...
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Matched Description: … Tioconazole is an imidazole antifungal used to treat fungal and yeast infections. ... Topical formulations are used for ringworm, jock itch, athlete's foot, and tinea versicolor or "sun fungus …
Matched Categories: … Imidazole and Triazole Derivatives ... Genito Urinary System and Sex Hormones ... Gynecological Antiinfectives and Antiseptics ... Metabolic Side Effects of Drugs and Substances ... Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists …
Matched Products: … Up and up tioconazole 1 ... Foster and Thrive Tioconazole …

Cisatracurium

Cisatracurium is a non-depolarising neuromuscular blocking agent of the benzylisoquinolinium class, available in its salt form, cisatracurium besylate.[A243416,A253592] Cisatracurium has an intermediate duration of action and is one of the most commonly used neuromuscular blocking agents in intensive care.[A253592,A253597]. Cisatracurium acts on cholinergic receptors, blocking neuromuscular transmission. This action is...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … [A243416,A253592] Cisatracurium has an intermediate duration of action and is one of the most commonly ... [A243416,A253592] Cisatracurium is an R-cis-R-cis isomer of [atracurium] and has approximately 3 times …

Cetrorelix

Cetrorelix is a man-made hormone that blocks the effects of Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH). GnRH controls another hormone that is called luteinizing hormone (LH), which is the hormone that starts ovulation during the menstrual cycle. When undergoing hormone treatment sometimes premature ovulation can occur, leading to eggs that are not...
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Investigational
Matched Categories: … Pituitary and Hypothalamic Hormones and Analogues ... Sex Hormones and Insulins ... Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins ... Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists …
Matched Products: … Cetrotide 0.25 mg powder and solvent for solution for injection …

Citalopram

Citalopram is an antidepressant belonging to the class of selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) widely used to treat the symptoms of depression. It is a racemic bicyclic phthalate derivate and is the only compound with a tertiary amine and 2 nitrogen-containing metabolites among all SSRIs.[A261316,A14720] Citalopram enhances serotonergic transmission through the...
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Matched Description: … It is a racemic bicyclic phthalate derivate and is the only compound with a tertiary amine and 2 nitrogen-containing ... and virtually no affinity for muscarinic, histaminergic, or GABAergic receptors. ... A14720] Citalopram enhances serotonergic transmission through the inhibition of serotonin reuptake, and …

Ethambutol

Ethambutol is a bacteriostatic agent indicated alongside medications such as isoniazid, rifampin, and pyrazinamide in the treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis. Ethambutol was first described in the literature in 1961. It was developed out of a need for therapies active against isoniazid resistant strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Ethambutol was granted FDA...
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Matched Description: … Ethambutol is a bacteriostatic agent indicated alongside medications such as [isoniazid], [rifampin], and …
Matched Categories: … ethambutol and isoniazid ... rifampicin, ethambutol and isoniazid ... rifampicin, pyrazinamide, ethambutol and isoniazid …

Tromethamine

An organic amine proton acceptor. It is used in the synthesis of surface-active agents and pharmaceuticals; as an emulsifying agent for cosmetic creams and lotions, mineral oil and paraffin wax emulsions, as a biological buffer, and used as an alkalizer. (From Merck, 11th ed; Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed,...
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Matched Description: … cosmetic creams and lotions, mineral oil and paraffin wax emulsions, as a biological buffer, and used ... It is used in the synthesis of surface-active agents and pharmaceuticals; as an emulsifying agent for …
Matched Categories: … Blood and Blood Forming Organs ... Blood Substitutes and Perfusion Solutions …

Nefopam

Nefopam is under investigation for the prevention of Cholecystitis and Post Anaesthetic Shivering. Nefopam has been investigated for the prevention of Kidney Transplantation.
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Investigational
Matched Description: … Nefopam is under investigation for the prevention of Cholecystitis and Post Anaesthetic Shivering. …

Miltefosine

Miltefosine is a broad spectrum antimicrobial, anti-leishmanial, phospholipid drug that was originally developed in the 1980s as an anti-cancer agent. It is currently the only recognized oral agent used to treat visceral, cutaneous, and mucosal forms of leishmaniasis, a neglected tropical disease. It can be administered topically or orally and...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … It is currently the only recognized oral agent used to treat visceral, cutaneous, and mucosal forms of ... It can be administered topically or orally and is only indicated in patients aged 12 years or older. ... first line treatment for free-living amebae (FLA) infections such as primary amebic meningoencephalitis and …
Matched Categories: … Agents Against Leishmaniasis and Trypanosomiasis ... Antiparasitic Products, Insecticides and Repellents …

Acebutolol

A cardioselective beta-adrenergic antagonist with little effect on the bronchial receptors. The drug has stabilizing and quinidine-like effects on cardiac rhythm as well as weak inherent sympathomimetic action.
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Investigational
Matched Description: … The drug has stabilizing and quinidine-like effects on cardiac rhythm as well as weak inherent sympathomimetic …
Matched Categories: … acebutolol and thiazides ... Beta Blocking Agents and Thiazides ... Beta Blocking Agents, Selective, and Thiazides …

Nevirapine

A potent, non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) used in combination with nucleoside analogues for treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) infection and AIDS. Structurally, nevirapine belongs to the dipyridodiazepinone chemical class.
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Matched Description: … combination with nucleoside analogues for treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) infection and …
Matched Mixtures name: … Lamivudine, Nevirapine, and Zidovudine ... LAMIVUDINE, NEVIRAPINE AND ZIDOVUDINE TABLETS (150/200/300 mg) …
Matched Categories: … stavudine, lamivudine and nevirapine ... zidovudine, lamivudine and nevirapine ... Metabolic Side Effects of Drugs and Substances …

Methylphenidate

Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant used most commonly in the treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and for narcolepsy. Also known as the marketed products Ritalin, Concerta, or Biphentin, methylphenidate is used with other treatment modalities (psychological, educational, cognitive behaviour therapy, etc) to improve the following group of developmentally...
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Matched Description: … and working memory. ... the most effective and widely used treatment for ADHD, and are considered first-line options for children ... addictive properties of psychostimulants such as methylphenidate, and even amplifies the potency and …
Matched Categories: … Methylphenidate and isomer ... Respiratory and CNS Stimulants ... Psychostimulants, Agents Used for ADHD and Nootropics …

Hexocyclium

Hexocyclium is a muscarinic acetylcholine receptor antagonist which was presumably used in the treatment of gastric ulcer or diarrhea. It was once available under the tradename Tral marketed by Abbvie Inc. but has been discontinued. Proton pump inhibitors like DB00338 and opiate anti-diarrheal agents like DB00836 have largely replaced the...
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Matched Description: … the use of anti-muscarinics in the treatment of gastric ulcers and diarrhea due to their more favorable ... Proton pump inhibitors like [DB00338] and opiate anti-diarrheal agents like [DB00836] have largely replaced …
Matched Categories: … Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …

Levocarnitine

Constituent of striated muscle and liver. It is used therapeutically to stimulate gastric and pancreatic secretions and in the treatment of hyperlipoproteinemias.
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Investigational
Matched Description: … Constituent of striated muscle and liver. ... It is used therapeutically to stimulate gastric and pancreatic secretions and in the treatment of hyperlipoproteinemias …
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids and Derivatives ... Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …

Lemborexant

Lemborexant is a novel dual orexin receptor antagonist used in the treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep onset and/or sleep maintenance. Recent research in the field of sleep disorders has revealed that insomnia is likely driven not by the inability of the brain to "switch on" sleep-related circuits,...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … receptors, lemborexant and other orexin antagonists (e.g. ... receptor antagonist used in the treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep onset and ... potential advantages over classic hypnotic agents, including a more favorable adverse effect profile and …
Matched Categories: … Hypnotics and Sedatives ... Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders …

Phentolamine

Phentolamine is a reversible, non-selective alpha-adrenergic blocker that induces vasodilation. While initially introduced to the market for the treatment of hypertension, this clinical use was halted due to cardiovascular and gastrointestinal adverse effects with the prolonged use of large oral doses of phentolamine.[A261781, A261786] It has several therapeutic uses, including...
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Matched Description: … to the market for the treatment of hypertension, this clinical use was halted due to cardiovascular and ... [L48420, L48415, L48390] Phentolamine is administered intravenously, intramuscularly, submucosally, and ... norepinephrine-induced extravasation, diagnosis of pheochromocytoma, reversal of soft-tissue anesthesia, and …

Bisacodyl

Bisacodyl, a diphenylmethane derivative, is a commonly used over the counter stimulant laxative for occasional constipation.[A233300,L13362] Both bisacodyl and picosulfate are metabolized to the same active metabolite bis-(p-hydroxyphenyl)-pyridyl-2-methane (BHPM).[A233290,A233300,A207700] Bisacodyl was patented on 25 September 1956 but has been used as a laxative since 1952.
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Matched Description: … [A233300,L13362] Both bisacodyl and [picosulfate] are metabolized to the same active metabolite bis-( …
Matched Mixtures name: … HalfLytely and Bisacodyl ... HalfLytely and Bisacodyl ... GaviLyte-H and Bisacodyl …
Matched Categories: … Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …
Matched Products: … Up and Up womens laxative ... Up and Up Gentle Laxative ... Foster and Thrive Gentle Laxative …

Flutemetamol (18F)

Flutemetamol (18F) is a PET scanning radiopharmaceutical containing the radionuclide fluorine-18. It is indicated for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging of the brain to estimate β amyloid neuritic plaque density in adult patients with cognitive impairment who are being evaluated for Alzheimer's disease (AD) or other causes of cognitive decline.
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Investigational
Matched Categories: … Indicators and Reagents …

Fentanyl

Fentanyl, a potent opioid agonist, was developed in the 1950s to fill a need for strong and rapid analgesia. Because of these characteristics, fentanyl is commonly used to treat chronic cancer pain or in anesthesia.[Label,L6598,L6601,L6604,L6607,L922,L6610,L6613] Fentanyl is related to other opioids like morphine and oxycodone. Fentanyl's high potency has also...
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Illicit
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Vet approved
Matched Description: … Fentanyl, a potent opioid agonist, was developed in the 1950s to fill a need for strong and rapid analgesia ... Label,L6598,L6601,L6604,L6607,L922,L6610,L6613] Fentanyl is related to other opioids like [morphine] and …
Matched Categories: … Fentanyl and fentanyl analogues …
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