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Valdecoxib was removed from the Canadian, U.S., and E.U. markets in 2005 due to concerns about a possible increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
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Matched Description: … ., and E.U. markets in 2005 due to concerns about a possible increased risk of heart attack and stroke …
Matched Categories: … Genito Urinary System and Sex Hormones ... Antiinflammatory and Antirheumatic Products ... Gynecological Antiinfectives and Antiseptics ... Antiinflammatory and Antirheumatic Products, Non-Steroids …
Piperaquine is an antimalarial agent first synthesized in the 1960's and used throughout China . Its use declined in the 1980's as piperaquine resistant strains of Plasmodium falciparum appeared and artemisinin derivatives became available. It has come back into use in combination with the artemisinin derivative DB11638 as part of...
Approved
Experimental
Investigational
Matched Description: … Piperaquine is an antimalarial agent first synthesized in the 1960's and used throughout China [A31550 ... Its use declined in the 1980's as piperaquine resistant strains of *Plasmodium falciparum* appeared and
Matched Categories: … artenimol and piperaquine ... arterolane and piperaquine ... artemisinin and piperaquine ... Antiparasitic Products, Insecticides and Repellents …
There is a great deal of evidence indicating that vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is important for the survival and proliferation of cancer cells.[A192939,A192837,A192891,A193275] VEGF plays an important role in angiogenesis, lymphangiogenesis, and tumor growth, which are all factors that contribute to its attractiveness as a therapeutic target for anti-cancer...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … [A193272,A193275] It is a humanized monoclonal IgG antibody, and inhibits angiogenesis by binding and ... of evidence indicating that vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is important for the survival and ... [A192939,A192837,A192891,A193275] VEGF plays an important role in angiogenesis, lymphangiogenesis, and
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins ... Antineoplastic and Immunomodulating Agents ... MONOCLONAL ANTIBODIES AND ANTIBODY DRUG CONJUGATES …
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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Investigational
Matched Description: … the growth of normal and malignant prostatic tissue. ... Consequently, Nilutamide blocks the action of androgens of adrenal and testicular origin that stimulate ... Prostate cancer is mostly androgen-dependent and can be treated with surgical or chemical castration. …
Matched Categories: … Antineoplastic and Immunomodulating Agents ... Hormone Antagonists and Related Agents ... Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists …
Zaleplon is a sedative/hypnotic, mainly used for insomnia. It is known as a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic. Zaleplon interacts with the GABA receptor complex and shares some of the pharmacological properties of the benzodiazepines. Zaleplon is a schedule IV drug in the United States.
Approved
Illicit
Investigational
Matched Description: … Zaleplon interacts with the GABA receptor complex and shares some of the pharmacological properties of …
Matched Categories: … Hypnotics and Sedatives ... Benzodiazepine hypnotics and sedatives ... Miscellaneous Anxiolytics Sedatives and Hypnotics …
Asparaginase Erwinia chrysanthemi is an asparaginase-specific enzyme derived from Erwinia chrysanthemi used as an anticancer agent. It works by depleting the stores of an important amino acid called asparagine, which is involved in DNA synthesis and cell survival of malignant cells, leading to cell death. L-asparaginase was first identified in...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … [L1448] L-asparaginase was first identified in 1963,[A236344] and there are different formulations of ... depleting the stores of an important amino acid called asparagine, which is involved in DNA synthesis and ... and immunogenic profiles;[L1452] thus, those who are allergic to [Asparaginase Escherichia coli] do …
Matched Categories: … Enzymes and Coenzymes …
Hydroxocobalamin, also known as vitamin B12a and hydroxycobalamin, is an injectable form of vitamin B 12 that has been used therapeutically to treat vitamin B 12 deficiency. It is also used in cyanide poisoning, Leber's optic atrophy, and toxic amblyopia.
Approved
Matched Description: … It is also used in cyanide poisoning, Leber's optic atrophy, and toxic amblyopia. ... Hydroxocobalamin, also known as vitamin B12a and hydroxycobalamin, is an injectable form of vitamin B …
Matched Categories: … Blood and Blood Forming Organs ... Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid …
A muscarinic antagonist used as an antispasmodic, in rhinitis, in urinary incontinence, and in the treatment of ulcers. At high doses it has nicotinic effects resulting in neuromuscular blocking.
Approved
Matched Description: … A muscarinic antagonist used as an antispasmodic, in rhinitis, in urinary incontinence, and in the treatment …
Matched Categories: … Alimentary Tract and Metabolism ... propantheline and psycholeptics …
Pentoxifylline (PTX) is a synthetic dimethylxanthine derivative that modulates the rheological properties of blood and also has both anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.[A226415, L30300] Although originally developed to treat intermittent claudication, a form of exertion-induced leg pain common in patients with peripheral arterial disease, PTX has been investigated for its possible...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … also has both anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. ... Pharmaceuticals and APOTEX have been available since the late 1990s. ... (PTX) is a synthetic dimethylxanthine derivative that modulates the rheological properties of blood and
Azacitidine is a pyrimidine nucleoside analogue with anti-neoplastic activity. It differs from cytosine by the presence of nitrogen in the C5-position, key in its hypomethylating activity.[A1406,A1413,A1415] Two main mechanisms of action have been proposed for azacitidine. One of them is the induction of cytotoxicity. As an analogue of cytidine, it...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … As an analogue of cytidine, it is able to incorporate into RNA and DNA, disrupting RNA metabolism and ... inhibiting protein and DNA synthesis. ... [A1407] Due to its anti-neoplastic activity and its ability to inhibit methylation in replicating DNA …
Matched Categories: … Antineoplastic and Immunomodulating Agents ... Nucleic Acids, Nucleotides, and Nucleosides …
Penbutolol is a drug in the beta-blocker class used to treat hypertension. Penbutolol binds both beta-1 and beta-2 adrenergic receptors, rendering it a non-selective beta-blocker. Penbutolol can act as a partial agonist at beta adrenergic receptors, since it is a sympathomimetric drug. Penbutolol also demonstrates high binding affinity to the...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … Penbutolol binds both beta-1 and beta-2 adrenergic receptors, rendering it a non-selective beta-blocker ... degree atrioventricular conduction block, bronchial asthma, and those with known hypersensitivity. ... Penbutolol is contraindicated in patients with cardiogenic shock, sinus bradycardia, second and third …
Matched Categories: … penbutolol and other diuretics …
Dolichovespula arenaria venom protein is an extract of Dolichovespula arenaria venom. Dolichovespula arenaria venom protein is used in allergenic testing.
Approved
Matched Categories: … Bee and Wasp Venom …
Vespula vulgaris venom protein is an extract of Vespula vulgaris venom. Vespula vulgaris venom protein is used in allergenic testing.
Approved
Matched Categories: … Bee and Wasp Venom …
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Investigational
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins …
Fluconazole, commonly known as Diflucan, is an antifungal drug used for the treatment of both systemic and superficial fungal infections in a variety of tissues. It was initially approved by the FDA in 1990. This drug is an azole antifungal, in the same drug family as ketoconazole and itraconazole. Fluconazole...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … This drug is an _azole_ antifungal, in the same drug family as [ketoconazole] and [itraconazole]. ... Fluconazole, commonly known as _Diflucan_, is an antifungal drug used for the treatment of both systemic and
Matched Categories: … Imidazole and Triazole Derivatives ... Triazole and tetrazole derivatives ... azithromycin, fluconazole and secnidazole ... Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists …
Calcitonin was first discovered in isolated parathyroid tissue as a substance with a serum-calcium-lowering effect. It is constituted as a 32-amino acid single chain polypeptide structure that gets secreted as a regulatory agent in calcium-phosphorus metabolism. It is used as an alternative for people developing antibodies against salmon calcitonin.
Approved
Investigational
Matched Categories: … Sex Hormones and Insulins …
Nitroprusside serves as a source of nitric oxide, a potent peripheral vasodilator that affects both arterioles and venules (venules more than arterioles). Nitroprusside is often administered intravenously to patients who are experiencing a hypertensive emergency.
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Investigational
Matched Description: … Nitroprusside serves as a source of nitric oxide, a potent peripheral vasodilator that affects both arterioles and
Matched Categories: … Nitrates and Nitrites ... Indicators and Reagents …
Abatacept is a soluble fusion protein, which links the extracellular domain of human cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated antigen 4 (CTLA-4) to the modified Fc (hinge, CH2, and CH3 domains) portion of human immunoglobulin G1 (IgG1).[L20504,L42715] Structurally, abatacept is a glycosylated fusion protein with a MALDI-MS molecular weight of 92,300 Da and it...
Approved
Matched Description: … domain of human cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated antigen 4 (CTLA-4) to the modified Fc (hinge, CH2, and ... Structurally, abatacept is a glycosylated fusion protein with a MALDI-MS molecular weight of 92,300 Da and
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins ... Antineoplastic and Immunomodulating Agents …
Karaya gum allergenic extract is used in allergenic testing.
Approved
Matched Categories: … Equipment and Supplies ... Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …
Maralixibat (also known as SHP625, LUM001, and lopixibat) is an ileal bile acid transporter inhibitor, like odevixibat.[A236823,A239249,L38834] Maralixibat is indicated for the treatment of cholestatic pruritus in patients with Alagille syndrome. Previously, patients with cholestatic pruritus associated with Alagille syndrome were treated with antihistamines, rifampin, ursodeoxycholic acid, cholestyramine, naltrexone, and...
Approved
Investigational
Matched Description: … Maralixibat (also known as SHP625, LUM001, and lopixibat) is an ileal bile acid transporter inhibitor ... [A239249] Surgical interventions such as partial external bile diversion and ileal exclusion have also ... were treated with antihistamines, [rifampin], [ursodeoxycholic acid], [cholestyramine], [naltrexone], and
Matched Categories: … Bile and Liver Therapy ... Alimentary Tract and Metabolism …
Treprostinil is a stable tricyclic analogue of prostacyclin that promotes the vasodilation of pulmonary and systemic arterial vascular beds and the inhibition of platelet aggregation.[L41855,L41860,L41865] It reduces symptoms in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease.[L41855,L41860] The first agent approved for the treatment...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … systemic arterial vascular beds and the inhibition of platelet aggregation. ... is a stable tricyclic analogue of prostacyclin[A248770] that promotes the vasodilation of pulmonary and ... [L41855,L41860,L41865] It reduces symptoms in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and
Matched Categories: … Blood and Blood Forming Organs …
Talbutal, also called 5-allyl-5-sec-butylbarbituric acid, is a barbiturate with a short to intermediate duration of action. Talbutal is a schedule III drug in the U.S.
Approved
Illicit
Matched Categories: … Hypnotics and Sedatives …
Glutethimide is a hypnotic and sedative. Its use has been largely superseded by other drugs.
Approved
Illicit
Matched Description: … Glutethimide is a hypnotic and sedative. Its use has been largely superseded by other drugs. …
Matched Categories: … Hypnotics and Sedatives …
Lucinactant is a new synthetic peptide-containing surfactant for intratracheal use. It contains sinapultide, a novel, hydrophobic, 21-amino acid peptide (leucine and lysine repeating units, KL4 peptide) designed to mimic human surfactant protein-B (SB-P). More specifically, it mimics the C-terminal amphipathic helical domain of this protein. It also consists of phospholipids...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … , POPG) and a fatty acid (palmitic acid). ... It contains sinapultide, a novel, hydrophobic, 21-amino acid peptide (leucine and lysine repeating units ... It also consists of phospholipids (dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine, DPPC and palmitoyloleoyl phosphatidylglycerol …
Matched Categories: … Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins …
Vandetanib is an oral once-daily kinase inhibitor of tumour angiogenesis and tumour cell proliferation with the potential for use in a broad range of tumour types. On April 6 2011, vandetanib was approved by the FDA to treat nonresectable, locally advanced, or metastatic medullary thyroid cancer in adult patients.
Approved
Matched Description: … Vandetanib is an oral once-daily kinase inhibitor of tumour angiogenesis and tumour cell proliferation …
Matched Categories: … Antineoplastic and Immunomodulating Agents …
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