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Perflubutane
Perflubutane has been used in trials studying the diagnostic of Liver Mass, Liver Diseases, Liver Metastasis, Portal Hypertension, and Peripheral Artery Disease. It is a cardiovascular drug designed to enable ultrasound to compete more effectively with nuclear stress testing; currently the leading procedure for detecting coronary heart disease.
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Matched Description: … Perflubutane has been used in trials studying the diagnostic of Liver Mass, Liver Diseases, Liver Metastasis …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …
Nilotinib
Nilotinib, also known as AMN107, is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor under investigation as a possible treatment for chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). A Phase I clinical trial in 2006 showed that this drug was relatively safe and offered significant therapeutic benefits in cases of CML which were found to be resistant...
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Matched Description: … 2006 showed that this drug was relatively safe and offered significant therapeutic benefits in cases of …
Deflazacort
Deflazacort, also known as Emflaza, is a corticosteroid prodrug used as an agent to manage Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). It is marketed by Marathon Pharmaceuticals and was approved in February 2017 by the FDA.[L6694,FDA label]
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is an inherited disorder resulting from mutations of the dystrophin gene, which...
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Matched Description: … [L6694,FDA label]
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is an inherited disorder resulting from mutations of ... weakness and progressive breathing and cardiovascular disability, severely impacting patient quality of ... [A179449]
Deflazacort delays the onset of muscle related complications resulting from DMD[A179455] …
Dasatinib
Dasatinib is an orally available multikinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of Philadelphia chromosome (Ph)-positive leukemias.[A2224,L45171] Ph is a chromosomal abnormality found in patients with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) and acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), where the ABL tyrosine kinase and the breakpoint cluster region (BCR) gene transcribe the chimeric protein...
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Matched Description: … pathogenesis of CML and 15-30% of ALL cases. ... Since dasatinib does not interact with some of the residues involved in those mutations, the use of this ... [A2226] The use of dasatinib was first approved by the FDA in 2006.[L45171,L45186] …
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. …
Matched Description: … A vitamin D that can be regarded as a reduction product of vitamin D2. …
Technetium Tc-99m pertechnetate
Technetium Tc-99m pertechnetate is a radiopharmaceutical diagnostic agent composed of an oxoanion with the chemical formula TcO4-. Pertechnetate has a wide variety of uses within nuclear medicine as it distributes within the body to a similar extent as iodine. It also concentrates in the thyroid gland, salivary glands, gastric mucosa,...
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Matched Description: … Technetium Tc-99m pertechnetate is a radiopharmaceutical diagnostic agent composed of an oxoanion with ... Pertechnetate has a wide variety of uses within nuclear medicine as it distributes within the body to ... Currently marketed as the product Drytec, technetium-99m pertechnetate is indicated for imaging of the …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …
Zafirlukast
Zafirlukast is an oral leukotriene receptor antagonist (LTRA) for the maintenance treatment of asthma, often used in conjunction with an inhaled steroid and/or long-acting bronchodilator. It is available as a tablet and is usually dosed twice daily. Another leukotriene receptor antagonist is montelukast (Singulair), which is usually taken just once...
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Matched Description: … of the airways, build-up of mucus in the lungs and inflammation of the breathing passages. ... Zafirlukast is an oral leukotriene receptor antagonist (LTRA) for the maintenance treatment of asthma ... Zafirlukast blocks the action of the cysteinyl leukotrienes on the CysLT1 receptors, thus reducing constriction …
Isradipine
Isradipine belongs to the dihydropyridine (DHP) class of calcium channel blockers (CCBs), the most widely used class of CCBs. It is structurally related to felodipine, nifedipine, and nimodipine and is the most potent calcium-channel blocking agent of the DHP class. Isradipine binds to calcium channels with high affinity and specificity...
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Matched Description: … used class of CCBs. ... the alpha-1 subunit of the channel and increased prevalence of inactive channels in smooth muscle cells ... Isradipine belongs to the dihydropyridine (DHP) class of calcium channel blockers (CCBs), the most widely …
Baricitinib
Baricitinib is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor. JAKs are tyrosine protein kinases that play an important role in pro-inflammatory signaling pathways. Overactive JAKs have been implicated in autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis. By inhibiting the actions of JAK1 and JAK2, baricitinib attenuates JAK-mediated inflammation and immune responses. Baricitinib was...
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Matched Description: … baricitinib for the treatment of COVID-19 in May 2022. ... By inhibiting the actions of JAK1 and JAK2, baricitinib attenuates JAK-mediated inflammation and immune ... Baricitinib was first approved by the European Commission (EC) in February 2017 for the treatment of …
Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin
Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin is a drug used in nuclear myocardial perfusion imaging. The radioisotope, technetium-99m, is chelated by two 1,2-bis[di-(2-ethoxyethyl)phosphino]ethane ligands which belong to the group of diphosphines and which are referred to as tetrofosmin. It is a lipophilic technetium phosphine dioxo cation that was formulated into a freeze-dried kit...
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Matched Description: … 99m, is chelated by two 1,2-bis[di-(2-ethoxyethyl)phosphino]ethane ligands which belong to the group of …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …
Matched Categories: … Diagnostic Uses of Chemicals …
Kava
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Nutraceutical
Almotriptan
Almotriptan is a triptan drug for the treatment of migraine headaches. Almotriptan is in a class of medications called selective serotonin receptor agonists. It works by narrowing blood vessels in the brain, stopping pain signals from being sent to the brain, and stopping the release of certain natural substances that...
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Matched Description: … Almotriptan is a triptan drug for the treatment of migraine headaches. ... Almotriptan is in a class of medications called selective serotonin receptor agonists. ... certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other symptoms of migraine. …
Matched Categories: … Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …
Matched Categories: … Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …
Mexiletine
Antiarrhythmic agent pharmacologically similar to lidocaine. It may have some anticonvulsant properties.
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Dofetilide
Dofetilide is a class III antiarrhythmic agent that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the maintenance of sinus rhythm in individuals prone to the formation of atrial fibrillation and flutter, and for the chemical cardioversion to sinus rhythm from atrial fibrillation and flutter.
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Matched Description: … antiarrhythmic agent that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the maintenance of ... sinus rhythm in individuals prone to the formation of atrial fibrillation and flutter, and for the chemical …
Levamlodipine
Levamlodipine, also known as S-amlodipine, is a pharmacologically active enantiomer of amlodipine, an antihypertensive medication. Levamlodipine belongs to the dihydropyridine group of calcium channel blockers. This medication was first marketed in Russia and India before being granted FDA approval. The names S-amlodipine and levamlodipine may be used interchangeably as both...
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Matched Description: … [L10833] Levamlodipine belongs to the dihydropyridine group of calcium channel blockers. ... Levamlodipine, also known as S-amlodipine, is a pharmacologically active enantiomer of [amlodipine], …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Matched Categories: … Drugs for Treatment of Bone Diseases …
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 …
Matched Categories: … Combined Inhibitors of Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake ... Serotonergic Drugs Shown to Increase Risk of Serotonin Syndrome …
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 …
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 …
Matched Categories: … Preparations for Treatment of Wounds and Ulcers …
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: … Nisoldipine may be used in alone or in combination with other agents in the management of hypertension ... By inhibiting the influx of calcium in smooth muscle cells, nisoldipine prevents calcium-dependent smooth …
Ethotoin
Ethotoin is a hydantoin derivative and anticonvulsant. Ethotoin exerts an antiepileptic effect without causing general central nervous system depression. The mechanism of action is probably very similar to that of phenytoin. The latter drug appears to stabilize rather than to raise the normal seizure threshold, and to prevent the spread...
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Matched Description: … The mechanism of action is probably very similar to that of phenytoin. ... seizure activity rather than to abolish the primary focus of seizure discharges. ... drug appears to stabilize rather than to raise the normal seizure threshold, and to prevent the spread of …
Nilvadipine
Nilvadipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) for the treatment of hypertension.
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Matched Description: … Nilvadipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) for the treatment of hypertension. …
Parthenolide
Parthenolide has been used in trials studying the diagnostic of Allergic Contact Dermatitis.
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Matched Description: … Parthenolide has been used in trials studying the diagnostic of Allergic Contact Dermatitis. …
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