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Inositol is a collection of nine different stereoisomers but the name is usually used to describe only the most common type of inositol, myo-inositol. Myo-inositol is the cis-1,2,3,5-trans-4,6-cyclohexanehexol and it is prepared from an aqueous extract of corn kernels by precipitation and hydrolysis of crude phytate. These molecules have structural...
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A corticosteroid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. It is usually employed as a cream or an ointment, and is also used as a polyethylene tape with an adhesive. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p733)
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Matched Categories: … Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists ... Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists …
Tolbutamide is an oral antihyperglycemic agent used for the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). It is structurally similar to acetohexamide, chlorpropamide and tolazamide and belongs to the sulfonylurea class of insulin secretagogues, which act by stimulating β cells of the pancreas to release insulin. Sulfonylureas increase both basal insulin...
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Matched Description: … chlorpropamide and tolazamide and belongs to the sulfonylurea class of insulin secretagogues, which act by stimulating
Misoprostol is a prostaglandin analog used to reduce the risk of NSAID related ulcers, manage miscarriages, prevent post partum hemorrhage, and also for first trimester abortions.[L7616,L7619,A181589,A181583,A181697] The stimulation of prostaglandin receptors in the stomach reduces gastric acid secretion, while stimulating these receptors in the uterus and cervix can increase the...
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Matched Description: … A181697] The stimulation of prostaglandin receptors in the stomach reduces gastric acid secretion, while stimulating
Trypsin is a serine protease that plays an essential role in protein hydrolysis and absorption in mammals. When converted from its zymogen trypsinogen, trypsin is available as an active peptide hydrolase (EC 3.4.21.4) form to cleave peptide chains, mainly at the carboxyl side of the amino acids lysine or arginine....
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Matched Description: … Therapeutic forms of trypsin is obtained from purified extracts of porcine or bovine pancreas and is …
Tirzepatide is a novel dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. Dual GIP/GLP-1 agonists gained increasing attention as new therapeutic agents for glycemic and weight control as they demonstrated better glucose control and weight loss compared to selective GLP-1 receptor agonists in preclinical and clinical trials....
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Abemaciclib is an antitumor agent and dual inhibitor of cyclin-dependent kinases 4 (CDK4) and 6 (CDK6) that are involved in the cell cycle and promotion of cancer cell growth in case of unregulated activity. On September 28, 2017, FDA granted approval of abemaciclib treatment under the market name Verzenio for...
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Nilutamide is an antineoplastic hormonal agent primarily used in the treatment of prostate cancer. Nilutamide is a pure, nonsteroidal anti-androgen with affinity for androgen receptors (but not for progestogen, estrogen, or glucocorticoid receptors). Consequently, Nilutamide blocks the action of androgens of adrenal and testicular origin that stimulate the growth of...
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Relugolix is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist used in the treatment of several hormone-responsive conditions. It was first approved in Japan in 2019, under the brand name Relumina, for the symptomatic treatment of uterine fibroids, and more recently by the United States' FDA in 2020, under the brand name...
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Matched Description: … hormone-responsive conditions. ... Relugolix is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist used in the treatment of several …
Matched Categories: … Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists ... Hormone Antagonists ... Hormone Antagonists and Related Agents ... Gonadotropin-releasing Hormone Antagonists ... Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Receptor Antagonists …
Dutasteride is an oral synthetic 4-azasteroid commonly marketed under the trade name Avodart. It is a novel dual 5α-reductase inhibitor that works by blocking both isoforms of 5α-reductase enzymes in a potent, selective, and irreversible manner. Type I and II 5α-reductase enzymes convert testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a primary hormonal...
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Sevelamer is a phosphate binding drug used to prevent hyperphosphataemia in patients with chronic renal failure. It is marketed by Genzyme under the trade name Renagel.
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Calcitriol is an active metabolite of vitamin D with 3 hydroxyl (OH) groups and is commonly referred to as 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol, or 1alpha,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3. It is produced in the body after series of conversion steps of 7-dehydrocholesterol from exposure to UV light. 7-dehydrocholesterol is converted to DB00169 (vitamin D3)...
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Matched Description: … Calcitriol plays a role in plasma calcium regulation in concert with parathyroid hormone (PTH) by enhancing ... from the gastrointestinal tract, promoting renal tubular reabsorption of calcium in the kidneys, and stimulating
Thonzylamine is an antihistamine and anticholinergic drug. It is available as combination products with DB04837 or DB00388 for temporary relief of symptoms of common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies.
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Metreleptin, a recombinant analog of the human hormone leptin, is an orphan drug used to treat complications of leptin deficiency in people with lipodystrophy. Lipodystrophies include a range of disorders characterized by the reduction, absence, or altered distribution of adipose tissue. Complications of lipodystrophy include metabolic abnormalities such as hypertriglyceridemia,...
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Matched Description: … Metreleptin, a recombinant analog of the human hormone leptin, is an orphan drug used to treat complications …
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Eplerenone, an aldosterone receptor antagonist similar to spironolactone, has been shown to produce sustained increases in plasma renin and serum aldosterone, consistent with inhibition of the negative regulatory feedback of aldosterone on renin secretion. The resulting increased plasma renin activity and aldosterone circulating levels do not overcome the effects of...
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Dinutuximab is an IgG1 monoclonal human/mouse chimeric antibody against GD2, a disialoganglioside expressed on tumors of neuroectodermal origin, including human neuroblastoma and melanoma, with highly restricted expression on normal tissues. It is composed of the variable heavy- and light-chain regions of the murine anti-GD2 mAb 14.18 and the constant regions...
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Matched Description: … It is indicated, in combination with granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF), interleukin …
Tafamidis and tafamidis meglumine (FX-1006A) are benzoxazole derivatives developed by FoldRX. Tafamidis is structurally similar to diflusinal. Tafamidis was granted an EMA market authorisation on 16 November 2011 and FDA approval on 3 May 2019.
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A sulfonylurea hypoglycemic agent that is metabolized in the liver to 1-hydrohexamide. Acetohexamide has been discontinued in the US market.
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Plecanatide is a drug approved in January 2017 by the FDA for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC). It should not be used in children less than six years of age, and should be avoided in patients six years to 18 years of age
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Danaparoid is a low-molecular-weight heparinoid with an average molecular weight of 5500 Daltons consisting of a mixture of glycosaminoglycans . The active constituents are heparan, dermatan and DB09301 , and they are isolated from the porcine intestinal mucosa [FDA Label]. Danaparoid possesses a potent antithrombic activity that works by inhibiting...
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Matched Description: … The active constituents are heparan, dermatan and [DB09301] [T28], and they are isolated from the porcine
A potent direct-acting peripheral vasodilator (vasodilator agents) that reduces peripheral resistance and produces a fall in blood pressure.
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Matched Products: … Follicle Follixil 5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth-Lotion …
Bivalirudin is a synthetic 20 residue peptide (thrombin inhibitor) which reversibly inhibits thrombin. Once bound to the active site, thrombin cannot activate fibrinogen into fibrin, the crucial step in the formation of thrombus. It is administered intravenously. Because it can cause blood stagnation, it is important to monitor changes in...
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Magnesium hydroxide is used primarily in "Milk of Magnesia", a white aqueous, mildly alkaline suspension of magnesium hydroxide formulated at about 8%w/v. Milk of magnesia is primarily used to alleviate constipation, but can also be used to relieve indigestion and heartburn. When taken internally by mouth as a laxative, the...
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Matched Description: … body and to retain those already within the lumen of the intestine, serving to distend the bowel, thus stimulating
Exenatide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analog . It activates the GLP-1 receptor and increases insulin secretion, decreases glucagon secretion, and slows gastric emptying to improve glycemic control . Exenatide was given FDA approval on April 28, 2005 . It is available as immediate- and extended-release formulations.[L42685,L42690] Bydureon, the brand...
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Plicamycin is an antineoplastic antibiotic produced by Streptomyces plicatus. It has been used in the treatment of testicular cancer, Paget's disease of bone, and, rarely, the management of hypercalcemia. The manufacturer discontinued plicamycin in 2000.
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