Displaying drugs 501 - 525 of 1554 in total
Rifampin
Rifampin, also known as rifampicin, is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial that was first discovered in 1965 and clinically used in 1968. Rifampin is used to treat tuberculosis and works by inhibiting the microbial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RNAP).
Approved
Cyproterone acetate
An anti-androgen that, in the form of its acetate (cyproterone acetate), also has progestational properties. It is used in the treatment of hypersexuality in males, as a palliative in prostatic carcinoma, and, in combination with estrogen, for the therapy of severe acne and hirsutism in females.
Approved
Investigational
Matched Description: … An anti-androgen that, in the form of its acetate (cyproterone acetate), also has progestational properties …
Octasulfur
Sulfur is a chemical element that is present in all living tissues. The most commonly used form of pharmaceutical sulfur is Octasulfur (S8). After calcium and phosphorus, it is the third most abundant mineral in the human body. Sulfur is also found in garlic, onions and broccoli.
People take sulfur...
Approved
Matched Description: … The most commonly used form of pharmaceutical sulfur is Octasulfur (S8). …
Exametazime
Exametazime is a diagnostic radiopharmaceutical agent commonly used for the preparation of Tc99m Exametazime injection. It acts as a chelating agent for the radioisotope technetium-99m to form a cationic complex. It is used in the detection of altered regional cerebral perfusion and for the radiolabeling of autologous leukocytes.
Approved
Matched Description: … It acts as a chelating agent for the radioisotope technetium-99m to form a cationic complex. …
Benazepril
Benazepril, brand name Lotensin, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), congestive heart failure, and chronic renal failure[A838,A837]. Upon cleavage of its ester group by the liver, benazepril is converted into its active form benazeprilat, a non-sulfhydryl angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor .
Approved
Investigational
Matched Description: … Upon cleavage of its ester group by the liver, benazepril is converted into its active form benazeprilat …
Trioxsalen
Trioxsalen (trimethylpsoralen, trioxysalen or trisoralen) is a furanocoumarin and a psoralen derivative obtained from several plants, mainly Psoralea corylifolia. Like other psoralens it causes photosensitization of the skin. It is administered either topically or orally in conjunction with UV-A (the least damaging form of ultraviolet light) for phototherapy treatment of...
Approved
Matched Description: … The photoactivated form produces interstrand linkages in DNA resulting in cell apoptosis. ... It is administered either topically or orally in conjunction with UV-A (the least damaging form of ultraviolet …
Clorazepic acid
Clorazepic acid (clorazepate) is a water-soluble benzodiazepine with muscle-relaxant and anticonvulsant actions effective in the treatment of anxiety.[A957,L44788] Following administration, clorazepate is rapidly converted to nordiazepam (N-desmethyldiazepam), its active metabolite, before entering systemic circulation. Similar to other benzodiazepines, the active metabolite of clorazepate enhances the binding of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)...
Approved
Illicit
Indapamide
The most significant modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease and the most prominent contributor to all-cause mortality is hypertension. Characterized by an office blood pressure of ≥140/90, hypertension is pervasive and impacts an estimated 25% of adults globally. Treatment for hypertension should include a number of lifestyle changes (ie. reduced...
Approved
Oleic Acid
An unsaturated fatty acid that is the most widely distributed and abundant fatty acid in nature. It is used commercially in the preparation of oleates and lotions, and as a pharmaceutical solvent. (Stedman, 26th ed)
Approved
Investigational
Vet approved
Perfluorohexyloctane
Perfluorohexyloctane is a semifluorinated alkane that contains six perfluorinated carbon atoms and eight hydrogenated carbon atoms. It is an inert, slightly amphiphilic compound. Because it is a completely non-aqueous liquid, microbial growth is not possible; therefore, its drug products do not need to be combined with any preservative.[A259746, A259751]
Perfluorohexyloctane...
Approved
Macitentan
Macitentan is a dual endothelin receptor antagonist used in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It was first approved by the FDA in 2013. Macitentan differs from its predecessor bosentan in part due to its lower risk of hepatotoxicity.
A combination product (Opsynvi) comprising macitentan and tadalafil was approved...
Approved
Bismuth subsalicylate
Bismuth subsalicylate is an antacid and anti-diarrheal agent. Exhibiting antibacterial and gastroprotective properties, bismuth subsalicylate is an insoluble salt of salicylic acid linked to trivalent bismuth cation. Each molecule of bismuth subsalicylate contains 58% bismuth and 42% salicylate by weight. Bismuth subsalicylate has been around for over 100 years: it...
Approved
Vet approved
Metoclopramide
Diabetic gastroparesis is a condition that causes frequent nausea and vomiting, which has a negative impact on quality of life and poses a significant burden on the healthcare system. Metoclopramide is a dopamine antagonist used to treat nausea and vomiting that may be associated with diabetic gastroparesis in addition to...
Approved
Investigational
Matched Description: … It is available in the oral tablet form or in solution, and can also be administered through the intravenous …
Penciclovir
Penciclovir is a synthetic acyclic guanine derivative with antiviral activity used for the treatment of various herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections. Displaying low toxicity and good selectivity, penciclovir is a nucleoside analogue.
Approved
Riboflavin
Nutritional factor found in milk, eggs, malted barley, liver, kidney, heart, and leafy vegetables. The richest natural source is yeast. It occurs in the free form only in the retina of the eye, in whey, and in urine; its principal forms in tissues and cells are as flavin mononucleotide and...
Approved
Investigational
Nutraceutical
Vet approved
Matched Description: … It occurs in the free form only in the retina of the eye, in whey, and in urine; its principal forms …
Pentetic acid
Pentetic acid, also known as diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA), is a synthetic polyamino carboxylic acid with eight coordinate bond forming sites that can sequester metal ions and form highly stable DTPA-metal ion complexes. DTPA, along with its calcium and zinc trisodium salts, are the only FDA approved agents for the treatment...
Approved
Matched Description: … polyamino carboxylic acid with eight coordinate bond forming sites that can sequester metal ions and form …
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel is a prodrug of a platelet inhibitor used to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke.[A180508,L7213] Clopidogrel is indicated to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction for patients with non-ST elevated acute coronary syndrome (ACS), patients with ST-elevated myocardial infarction, and in recent MI, stroke, or established peripheral...
Approved
Tazarotene
Tazarotene, commonly marketed as Tazorac®, Avage®, and Zorac®, is member of the acetylenic class of retinoids. It is a prodrug that is found in topical formulations used in the treatment of various conditons, such as psoriasis, acne, and sun damaged skin (photodamage).
Approved
Investigational
Cerivastatin
On August 8, 2001 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Bayer Pharmaceutical Division voluntarily withdrew Baycol from the U.S. market, due to reports of fatal rhabdomyolysis, a severe adverse reaction from this cholesterol-lowering (lipid-lowering) product. It has also been withdrawn from the Canadian market.[A669,L43942]
Approved
Withdrawn
Dosulepin
Dosulepin (INN, BAN) formerly known as dothiepin (USAN), is a tricyclic antidepressant with anxiolytic properties that is used in several European and South Asian countries, as well as Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand. It is not FDA-approved due to low therpeutic index and significant toxicity in overdose. Dosulepin inhibits...
Approved
Matched Description: … Its hydrochloride form is a common active ingredient in different drug formulations. …
Amodiaquine
A 4-aminoquinoquinoline compound with anti-inflammatory properties.
Approved
Investigational
Picosulfuric acid
Picosulfuric acid is found in laxative products. Sodium picosulfate is a used to treat constipation or induce colon cleansing to prepare the large bowels before colonoscopy or surgery. The combination product containing sodium picosulfate and magnesium citrate was introduced to the Canadian market in 2005 and has been used in...
Approved
Dexmethylphenidate
Dexmethylphenidate is the dextrorotary form of methylphenidate introduced in 2002 . It is a norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI) and thus a psychostimulant . It is used for treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)[Label,A177181]. The d-isomer is thought to have greater effect with fewer side effects than the l-isomer or...
Approved
Investigational
Matched Description: … Dexmethylphenidate is the dextrorotary form of methylphenidate introduced in 2002[A177181]. …
Mucor circinelloides f. lusitanicus
Mucor circinelloides f. lusitanicus allergenic extract is used in allergenic testing.
Approved
Ranolazine
Chronic angina is a common cardiovascular condition affecting millions worldwide and causes significant disability while interfering with daily activities. Ranolazine is a well-tolerated piperazine derivative used for the management of this condition, offering relief from uncomfortable and debilitating symptoms. With a mechanism of action different from drugs used to treat...
Approved
Investigational
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