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Pramipexole
Pramipexole is a drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease (PD). It is a non-ergot dopamine agonist drug that is efficacious in treating various Parkinson's symptoms such as tremor, rigidity, and bradykinesia (slow movement) . It was first approved by the FDA in 1997 . Parkinson's Disease is...
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Matched Description: … Parkinson's Disease is one of the most common neurodegenerative disorders and causes a high level of ... Pramipexole is a drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease (PD). ... The prevalence of Parkinson's Disease worldwide has increased from approximately 2.5 million in 1990 …
Insulin aspart
Insulin aspart is a rapid-acting form of insulin used for the treatment of hyperglycemia caused by Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Insulin is typically prescribed for the management of diabetes mellitus to mimic the activity of endogenously produced human insulin, a peptide hormone produced by beta cells of the...
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Matched Description: … high levels of insulin in a short period of time to mimic the release of endogenous insulin from the ... , with a goal of avoiding any periods of hypoglycemia. ... Insulin aspart is a rapid-acting form of insulin used for the treatment of hyperglycemia caused by Type …
Fenofibric acid
Fenofibric acid is a lipid-lowering agent that is used in severe hypertriglyceridemia, primary hyperlipidemia, and mixed dyslipidemia. It works to decrease elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, total cholesterol, triglycerides, apolipoprotein B, while increasing high-density lipoprotein cholesterol.[A32038,L12855] Due to its high hydrophilicity and poor absorption profile, prodrug ,fenofibrate, and other conjugated compounds...
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Matched Description: … hydrophilicity and poor absorption profile,[A32038] prodrug ,[fenofibrate], and other conjugated compounds of …
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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Matched Description: … [A191379, A222393] Broad antiviral activity of remdesivir is suggested by its mechanism of action,[A222398 ... 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 …
Lorazepam
Lorazepam is a short-acting and rapidly cleared benzodiazepine used commonly as a sedative and anxiolytic. It was developed by DJ Richards, presented and marketed initially by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals in the USA in 1977. The first historic FDA label approval is reported in 1985 by the company Mutual Pharm.
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Nabumetone
Nabumetone was originally developed as a non-acidic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).[label] It was thought to avoid trapping of the drug in the stomach by making it unable to dissociate into ions which was believed to reduce GI toxicity by limiting local action. While slightly reduced, possibly due to a degree...
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Matched Description: … [label] It was thought to avoid trapping of the drug in the stomach by making it unable to dissociate ... [A179077] While slightly reduced, possibly due to a degree of cyclooxygenase-2 selectivity (COX-2), nabumetone …
Ivosidenib
Ivosidenib is a first-in-class isocitrate dehydrogenase-1 (IDH1) inhibitor. IDH1 is an enzyme that is often mutated and overexpressed in some cancers, leading to aberrant cell growth and proliferation. Ivosidenib inhibits mutated IDH1, blocking the enzymatic activity and further differentiation of cancer cells. Ivosidenib was granted accelerated approval by the FDA...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … relapsed of refractory acute myeloid leukemia in adults. ... [A248745]
Ivosidenib was granted accelerated approval by the FDA in July 2018 for the treatment of ... A248750] Ivosidenib inhibits mutated IDH1, blocking the enzymatic activity and further differentiation of …
Crizanlizumab
Crizanlizumab is a humanized IgG2 monoclonal antibody used to reduce the frequency of vaso-occlusive crises in patients with sickle cell disease. Sickle cell disease is a genetically inherited condition prevalent in the Middle East, Africa, and certain parts of India. The genetic mutation associated with this disease leads to the...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … of reducing morbidity and mortality. ... Crizanlizumab is a humanized IgG2 monoclonal antibody used to reduce the frequency of vaso-occlusive ... disease is a genetically inherited condition prevalent in the Middle East, Africa, and certain parts of …
Minoxidil
A potent direct-acting peripheral vasodilator (vasodilator agents) that reduces peripheral resistance and produces a fall in blood pressure.
Approved
Investigational
Nabilone
Nabilone (marketed as Cesamet) is a synthetic form of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ⁹-THC), the primary psychoactive component of cannabis (marijuana). Although structurally distinct from THC, nabilone mimics THC's structure and pharmacological activity through weak partial agonist activity at Cannabinoid-1 (CB1R) and Cannabinoid-2 (CB2R) receptors, however it is considered to be twice as...
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Matched Description: … , a class of compounds that act upon endogenous cannabinoid receptors of the body [A32584]. ... psychoactive component of cannabis (marijuana). ... Nabilone is a racemate consisting of the (S,S) and the (R,R) isomers. …
Bromocriptine
Bromocriptine mesylate is a semisynthetic ergot alkaloid derivative with potent dopaminergic activity. It inhibits prolactin secretion and may be used to treat dysfunctions associated with hyperprolactinemia. Bromocriptine is also indicated for the management of signs and symptoms of Parkinsonian Syndrome, as well as the treatment of acromegaly. Bromocriptine has been...
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Matched Description: … Bromocriptine is also indicated for the management of signs and symptoms of Parkinsonian Syndrome, as ... In 1995, the FDA withdrew the approval of bromocriptine mesylate for the prevention of physiological ... well as the treatment of acromegaly. …
Adalimumab
Adalimumab is a subcutaneously administered biological disease modifier for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other chronic debilitating diseases mediated by tumor necrosis factor.[A39984,A39999] It was originally launched by Abbvie in the U.S. and approved in 2002 by the FDA. This drug is frequently known as Humira. It is produced...
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Experimental
Matched Description: … Adalimumab is a subcutaneously administered biological disease modifier for the treatment of rheumatoid ... [L49101] A biosimilar marketed as Hyrimoz, a high-concentration formulation of adalimumab, is also available …
Sulconazole
Sulconazole, brand name Exelderm, is a broad-spectrum anti-fungal agent available as a topical cream and solution. Sulconazole nitrate, the active ingredient, is an imidazole derivative that inhibits the growth of common pathogenic dermatophytes, making it an effective treatment for tinea cruris and tinea corporis infections.[L44592,L44597] Sulconazole appears to be effective...
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Matched Description: … Sulconazole nitrate, the active ingredient, is an imidazole derivative that inhibits the growth of common ... [L44592,L44597] Sulconazole appears to be effective and well-tolerated in the treatment of superficial …
Cilgavimab
SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of COVID-19, enters cells via the interaction between the trimeric spike (S) glycoprotein and host cell angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2). Blocking the interaction between the receptor-binding domain (RBD) of the S1 subunit and ACE2 inhibits viral host cell entry; animal studies indicate that antibodies capable of...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … [A243351, A243356, L39411] As the RBD binding site of cilgavimab does not overlap with that of [tixagevimab ... reduce viral load and improve clinical symptoms of infection. ... The FDA and Health Canada advise healthcare providers to inform patients of this risk. …
Tixagevimab
SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of COVID-19, enters cells via the interaction between the trimeric spike (S) glycoprotein and host cell angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2). Blocking the interaction between the receptor-binding domain (RBD) of the S1 subunit and ACE2 inhibits viral host cell entry; animal studies indicate that antibodies capable of...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … [A243351, A243356, L39411] As the RBD binding site of tixagevimab does not overlap with that of [cilgavimab ... reduce viral load and improve clinical symptoms of infection. ... The FDA and Health Canada advise healthcare providers to inform patients of this risk. …
Melphalan flufenamide
Melphalan flufenamide, also known as melflufen or J1, is a prodrug of melphalan.[A230123,L32173] Melphalan flufenamide is more readily uptaken by cells than melphalan, and is cleaved to the active metabolite by aminopeptidases. In vitro models show that melphalan is 10 to hundreds of times more potent than melphalan. The increased...
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Withdrawn
Matched Description: … Melphalan flufenamide, also known as melflufen or J1, is a prodrug of [melphalan]. ... [A230123] _In vitro_ models show that melphalan is 10 to hundreds of times more potent than melphalan ... option for patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who have attempted at least 4 lines of …
Vaborbactam
Vaborbactam is a β-lactamase inhibitor based on a cyclic boronic acid pharmacophore. It has been used in trials investigating the treatment of bacterial infections in subjects with varying degrees of renal insufficiency. In August 2017, a combination antibacterial therapy under the market name Vabomere was approved by the FDA for...
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Matched Description: … varying degrees of renal insufficiency. ... Vabomere consists of vaborbactam and [Meropenem] for intravenous administration. ... [A32053] It has been used in trials investigating the treatment of bacterial infections in subjects with …
Phylloquinone
Vitamin K1, also called phylloquinone or phytonadione, is a fat soluble vitamin.[L33319,L33345] Phylloquinone is a cofactor of the enzyme γ-carboxylase, which modifies and activates precursors to coagulation factors II, VII, IX, and X.[A234264,A234195,A234259] It is indicated in the treatment of coagulation disorders due to faulty formation of coagulation factors II,...
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Matched Description: … of coagulation factors II, VII, IX, and X caused by deficiency or interference in the activity of vitamin ... [L33319,L33345] Phylloquinone is a cofactor of the enzyme γ-carboxylase, which modifies and activates ... [A234264,A234195,A234259] It is indicated in the treatment of coagulation disorders due to faulty formation …
Capecitabine
Capecitabine is an orally-administered chemotherapeutic agent used in the treatment of metastatic breast and colorectal cancers. Capecitabine is a prodrug, that is enzymatically converted to fluorouracil (antimetabolite) in the tumor, where it inhibits DNA synthesis and slows growth of tumor tissue.
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Matched Description: … Capecitabine is an orally-administered chemotherapeutic agent used in the treatment of metastatic breast ... converted to fluorouracil (antimetabolite) in the tumor, where it inhibits DNA synthesis and slows growth of …
Peginterferon beta-1a
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and inflammatory autoimmune disease of the central nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and other parts of the body. Most patients diagnosed with this illness experience their initial disease symptoms between the age of 20 to 40, often the most productive years of...
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Matched Description: … forms of MS. ... [L5801] MS is one of the most common causes of neurological disability in young adults and is found to ... 20 to 40, often the most productive years of life. …
Betamethasone phosphate
Betamethasone phosphate is a prodrug that is rapidly hydrolyzed, providing rapidly accessible betamethasone to agonize glucocorticoid receptors. Betamethasone provides greater anti-inflammatory activity than prednisolone with less sodium and water retention. Betamethasone sodium phosphate was granted FDA approval on 3 March 1965.
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Vet approved
Vernakalant
Vernakalant was developed by Cardiome Pharma as as an antiarrhythmic drug intended for rapid conversion of atrial fibrillation to sinus rhythm. It acts as an atypical class III antiarrhythmic drug that potentiates its effect in higher heart rates. Intravenous formulation was approved in Europe in September 2010 as Brinavess and...
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Matched Description: … Vernakalant was developed by Cardiome Pharma as as an antiarrhythmic drug intended for rapid conversion of …
Lorpiprazole
Lorpiprazole is a serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor used for the treatment of major depressive disorder. It is a piperazinyl-triazole derivative.
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Matched Description: … Lorpiprazole is a serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor used for the treatment of major depressive …
Ketorolac
Ketorolac is a Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and is commercially available as an oral tablet, injectable, nasal spray and as an ophthalmic solution. It's analgesic properties make it a useful pain management tool across many settings including postoperative pain, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, menstrual disorders, headaches, spinal and soft tissue pain,...
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Matched Description: … [L6520] Impressively, ketorolac has a similar efficacy to standard doses of morphine and meperidine making …
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