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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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Matched Description: … a new wave of treatment options for patients suffering from insomnia. ... Lemborexant is a novel dual orexin receptor antagonist used in the treatment of insomnia characterized ... [L10863] Recent research in the field of sleep disorders has revealed that insomnia is likely driven …

Iohexol

Iohexol is an effective non-ionic, water-soluble contrast agent which is used in myelography, arthrography, nephroangiography, arteriography, and other radiographic procedures. Its low systemic toxicity is the combined result of low chemotoxicity and low osmolality.
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Matched Description: … Its low systemic toxicity is the combined result of low chemotoxicity and low osmolality. …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …

Burosumab

Burosumab (KRN23) is an entirely human monoclonal IgG1 antibody that binds excess fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23) and has been successfully tested in clinical trials in children with X-linked hypophosphatemic rickets . The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Crysvita (burosumab) in April 2018. This is the first drug approved...
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Matched Description: … X-linked hypophosphatemia causes low circulating levels of phosphorus in the blood. ... children ages 1 year and older with X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH), which is a rare, inherited form of …
Matched Categories: … Drugs for Treatment of Bone Diseases …

Eplerenone

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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Matched Description: … the negative regulatory feedback of aldosterone on renin secretion. ... shown to produce sustained increases in plasma renin and serum aldosterone, consistent with inhibition of ... resulting increased plasma renin activity and aldosterone circulating levels do not overcome the effects of …

Dihydrotachysterol

A vitamin D that can be regarded as a reduction product of vitamin D2.
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Matched Iupac: … 5,6-dimethylhept-3-en-2-yl]-7a-methyl-octahydro-1H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene}-4-methylcyclohexan-1-ol …
Matched Description: … A vitamin D that can be regarded as a reduction product of vitamin D2. …

Buspirone

Buspirone is a novel anxiolytic agent with a unique structure and a pharmacological profile. Belonging to the azaspirodecanedione drug class, buspirone is a serotonin 5-HT1A receptor agonist that is not chemically or pharmacologically related to benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and other sedative/anxiolytic drugs. Unlike many drugs used to treat anxiety, buspirone does...
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Matched Description: … been used to treat anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and relieve symptoms of ... It has also been used as a second-line therapy for unipolar depression when the use of selective serotonin ... [L7375] The potential use of buspirone in combination with [melatonin] in depression and cognitive impairment …
Matched Categories: … Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …

Diamorphine

Diamorphine (heroin) is a narcotic analgesic that may be habit-forming. It is a controlled substance (opium derivative) listed in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21 Parts 329.1, 1308.11 (1987). Sale is forbidden in the United States by Federal statute. (Merck Index, 11th ed) Internationally, diamorphine is controlled under...
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Matched Description: … Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21 Parts 329.1, 1308.11 (1987). ... (Merck Index, 11th ed) Internationally, diamorphine is controlled under Schedules I and IV of the Single …

Iron sucrose

Iron sucrose (sucroferric oxyhydroxide or iron saccharate) is used as a source of iron in patients with iron deficiency anemia with chronic kidney disease (CKD), including those who are undergoing dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal) and those who do not require dialysis. Due to less side effects than iron dextran, iron...
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Matched Description: … Iron sucrose (sucroferric oxyhydroxide or iron saccharate) is used as a source of iron in patients with …
Matched Categories: … Drugs for Treatment of Hyperkalemia and Hyperphosphatemia …

Collagenase clostridium histolyticum

Collagenase clostridium histolyticum is an enzyme produced by the bacterium Clostridium histolyticum. It is beneficial in the breakdown of collagen plaques for the treatment of Dupuytren's contracture and Peyronie's disease. The topical formulation is used for the debridement of necrotic tissue due to burns or chronic ulcers. On July 6,...
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Matched Description: … It is beneficial in the breakdown of collagen plaques for the treatment of Dupuytren's contracture and ... for the treatment of cellulite in adult women. ... [L14882] The topical formulation is used for the debridement of necrotic tissue due to burns or chronic …
Matched Categories: … Preparations for Treatment of Wounds and Ulcers …

Flurazepam

A benzodiazepine derivative used mainly as a hypnotic.
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Dutasteride

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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Matched Description: … It is a novel dual 5α-reductase inhibitor that works by blocking both isoforms of 5α-reductase enzymes ... Its clinical efficacy against benign prostate hyperplasia in male patients is comparable to that of [ ... However, unlike finasteride, dutasteride is not yet indicated for the treatment of androgenic alopecia …

Flavoxate

A drug that has been used in various urinary syndromes and as an antispasmodic. Its therapeutic usefulness and its mechanism of action are not clear. It may have local anesthetic activity and direct relaxing effects on smooth muscle as well as some activity as a muscarinic antagonist. [PubChem]
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Matched Description: … Its therapeutic usefulness and its mechanism of action are not clear. …

Protriptyline

Protriptyline hydrochloride is a dibenzocycloheptene-derivative tricyclic antidepressant (TCA). TCAs are structurally similar to phenothiazines. They contain a tricyclic ring system with an alkyl amine substituent on the central ring. In non-depressed individuals, protriptyline does not affect mood or arousal, but may cause sedation. In depressed individuals, protriptyline exerts a positive...
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Matched Description: … Protriptyline may be used for the treatment of depression. ... TCAs are potent inhibitors of serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake. ... See toxicity section below for a complete listing of side effects. …
Matched Categories: … Combined Inhibitors of Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake ... Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …

Sarecycline

Sarecycline is a semi-synthetic derivative of tetracycline that was initially discovered by Paratek Pharmaceuticals from Boston, MA but then licensed to Warner Chilcott of Rockaway, NJ in July of 2007 . After completing various phase-II and phase-III trials demonstrating its effectiveness in treating moderate to severe facial acne vulgaris [A39993,...
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Matched Description: … from Boston, MA but then licensed to Warner Chilcott of Rockaway, NJ in July of 2007 [A40005]. ... inflammatory lesions of non-nodular moderate to severe acne vulgaris in patients nine years of age and ... of young adults aged 12 to 25 years globally - with the possibility of permanent physical and mental …
Matched Categories: … combinations of tetracyclines …

Gallium Ga-68 gozetotide

Gallium (Ga) 68 prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA)-11, or Ga-68 gozetotide, is a radiopharmaceutical agent used to identify and assess prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA)-positive lesions in adult men with prostate cancer during positron emission tomography (PET). Prostate cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers among men in Western countries...
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Matched Description: … [L43542] In December of the same year, the drug was fully authorized by the EMA. ... [L26981] Prostate cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers among men in Western countries ... Human Use (CHMP) recommended Ga-68 gozetotide be granted marketing authorization for the diagnosis of …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …

Perflutren

Perflutren, a diagnostic drug that is intended to be used for contrast enhancement during the indicated echocardiographic procedures, is comprised of lipid-coated microspheres filled with octafluoropropane(OFP) gas. When exposed to ultrasound waves, the microspheres resonate and "echo" strong signals back to the ultrasound machine. The difference in density between the...
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Matched Description: … During echocardiography, activated Perflutren enhances images of the inner edges or borders of the heart ... to be used for contrast enhancement during the indicated echocardiographic procedures, is comprised of ... difference in density between the gas-filled bubbles and the blood around them creates an increased level of …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …

Zeaxanthin

Zeaxanthin is a most common carotenoid alcohols found in nature that is involved in the xanthophyll cycle. As a coexistent isomer of lutein, zeaxanthin is synthesized in plants and some micro-organisms. It gives the distinct yellow color to many vegetables and other plants including paprika, corn, saffron and wolfberries. Zeaxanthin...
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Matched Iupac: … yl]-3,7,12,16-tetramethyloctadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaen-1-yl]-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-3-en-1-ol …
Matched Description: … Zeaxanthin is one of the two primary xanthophyll carotenoids contained within the retina of the eye and ... As a coexistent isomer of lutein, zeaxanthin is synthesized in plants and some micro-organisms. ... It is available as a dietary supplement for eye health benefits and potential prevention of age-related …

Remoxipride

Remoxipride is an atypical antipsychotic agent that is specific for dopamine D2 receptors. It gained approval in the UK in 1989 but was withdrawn in 1993 after it was found to be associated with an increased incidence of aplastic anemia.[A215422,A215512]
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Matched Description: … UK in 1989 but was withdrawn in 1993 after it was found to be associated with an increased incidence of …

Fluspirilene

A long-acting injectable antipsychotic agent used for chronic schizophrenia.
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Matched Categories: … Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …

Axitinib

Axitinib is a second generation tyrosine kinase inhibitor that works by selectively inhibiting vascular endothelial growth factor receptors (VEGFR-1, VEGFR-2, VEGFR-3). Through this mechanism of action, axitinib blocks angiogenesis, tumour growth and metastases. It is reported to exhibit potency that is 50-450 times higher than that of the first generation...
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Matched Description: … [L6676] Through this mechanism of action, axitinib blocks angiogenesis, tumour growth and metastases. ... It is reported to exhibit potency that is 50-450 times higher than that of the first generation VEGFR …

Corifollitropin alfa

Corifollitropin alfa, also known as Elonva is used in women undergoing fertility treatment to stimulate the development of more than one mature egg (oocyte) at a time in the ovaries. This drug used together with a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonist, a type of medicine also used in fertility treatments. Elonva...
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Matched Description: … risk of ovarian hyperstimulation in the high responder study group of women [L2276], [A32526]. ... effectiveness of this drug, however, warns at the same time against the possibility of an increased ... In July 2014, Merck announced the receipt of a Complete Response Letter (CRL) from the U.S. …
Matched Categories: … Sex Hormones and Modulators of the Genital System …

Etofamide

Etofamide is used as an antiamoebic agent. Etofamide, under the brand name Kitnos, was marketed in Brazil by Pfizer but has been discontinued .
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Ziprasidone

Disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder can significantly impair mood, cognition, and behavior. These mental illnesses can often be accompanied by comorbidities such as depression and substance abuse, and can significantly impact the quality of life of patients and caregivers. Luckily, several treatment options for psychotic disorders have been...
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Matched Description: … life of patients and caregivers. ... treat manic episodes in bipolar disorder although the mechanism of action is unknown. ... several treatment options for psychotic disorders have been introduced to market since the realization of …
Matched Categories: … Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …

Sibutramine

Sibutramine (trade name Meridia in the USA, Reductil in Europe and other countries), usually as sibutramide hydrochloride monohydrate, is an orally administered agent for the treatment of obesity. It is a centrally acting stimulant chemically related to amphetamines thus it is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance in the...
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Matched Description: … heart attack and stroke in patients with a history of heart disease. ... usually as sibutramide hydrochloride monohydrate, is an orally administered agent for the treatment of ... Sibutramine was withdrawn from Canadian and U.S. markets due to concerns that the drug increases the risk of …
Matched Categories: … Combined Inhibitors of Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake ... Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …

Lurasidone

Lurasidone is an atypical antipsychotic developed by Dainippon Sumitomo Pharma. It was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment of schizophrenia on October 29, 2010 and is currently pending approval for the treatment of bipolar disorder in the United States.
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Matched Description: … pending approval for the treatment of bipolar disorder in the United States. ... Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment of schizophrenia on October 29, 2010 and is currently …
Matched Categories: … Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …
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