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Ethanolamine oleate
Ethanolamine oleate is a mild sclerosing agent. It is composed of ethanolamine, a basic substance, which when combined with oleic acid forms a clear, straw to pale yellow colored, deliquescent oleate.
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Matched Description: … It is composed of ethanolamine, a basic substance, which when combined with oleic acid forms a clear, …
Dicoumarol
Dicoumarol is an oral anticoagulant agent that works by interfering with the metabolism of vitamin K. In addition to its clinical use, it is also used in biochemical experiments as an inhibitor of reductases.
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Matched Description: … Dicoumarol is an oral anticoagulant agent that works by interfering with the metabolism of vitamin K. ... In addition to its clinical use, it is also used in biochemical experiments as an inhibitor of reductases …
Haloprogin
Haloprogin is used as a topical ointment or cream in the treatment of Tinea infections. Tinea infections are superficial fungal infections caused by three species of fungi collectively known as dermatophytes (Trichophyton, Microsporum and Epidermophyton). Commonly these infections are named for the body part affected, including tinea corporis (general skin),...
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Matched Description: … The mechanism of action is unknown, but it is thought to be via inhibition of oxygen uptake and disruption ... of yeast membrane structure and function. ... Haloprogin is used as a topical ointment or cream in the treatment of Tinea infections. …
Faricimab
Retinal vascular diseases (RVDs) such as diabetic macular edema (DME), age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and retinal vein occlusion (RVO) are typically caused by retinal ischemia and subsequent neovascularization (NV).[A225985, A225990, A225995] Vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGF-A) is a well-known mediator of retinal NV, and many currently approved RVD therapies...
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Matched Description: … [A225985, A225990, A225995] Vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGF-A) is a well-known mediator of ... However, another set of factors, the Tie/Ang axis, comprising the transmembrane Tie-2 receptor and its ... Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommended faricimab be granted marketing authorization for the treatment of …
Influenza B virus B/Singapore/INFTT-16-0610/2016 antigen (MDCK cell derived, propiolactone inactivated)
A seasonally-specific component of the influenza vaccine. The influenza vaccine, also known as the "flu shot", is a vaccine that protects against infection from the influenza viruses. Vaccines provide protection from influenza by exposing the immune system to the virus (or parts of the virus) which stimulates an immunological defence...
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Matched Description: … memory B cells) and of cell-mediated immunity through the production of T-lymphocytes. ... This defence includes the production of humoral immunity through the development of antibodies (through ... A seasonally-specific component of the influenza vaccine. …
Delandistrogene moxeparvovec
Delandistrogene moxeparvovec is an adeno-associated virus vector-based gene therapy developed by Sarepta Therapeutics. It was granted accelerated approval by the FDA on June 22, 2023, as the first gene therapy to treat Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). DMD is an X-linked genetic disorder characterized by mutations in the dystrophin gene, leading...
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Investigational
Matched Description: … Microdystrophin is a truncated, functional form of dystrophin.[A260256, L47021] ... protein responsible for muscle function; thus, patients with DMD experience a progressive deterioration of ... virus serotype rh74 (AAVrh74) based vector containing the microdystrophin transgene under the control of …
Flavin adenine dinucleotide
A condensation product of riboflavin and adenosine diphosphate. The coenzyme of various aerobic dehydrogenases, e.g., D-amino acid oxidase and L-amino acid oxidase. (Lehninger, Principles of Biochemistry, 1982, p972)
Flavin adenine dinucleotide is approved for use in Japan under the trade name Adeflavin as an ophthalmic treatment for vitamin B2 deficiency.
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Matched Description: … A condensation product of riboflavin and adenosine diphosphate. ... The coenzyme of various aerobic dehydrogenases, e.g., D-amino acid oxidase and L-amino acid oxidase. ... (Lehninger, Principles of Biochemistry, 1982, p972)
Flavin adenine dinucleotide is approved for use …
Amylmetacresol
Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic available in Canada over-the-counter in a number of lozenges for the treatment of sore throat and minor mouth infections , . Amylmetacresol is often combined with dichlorobenzyl alcohol and menthol in the commonly used sore throat lozenges, known as Strepsils .
The acute sore throat (pharyngitis)...
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Matched Description: … treatment of sore throat and minor mouth infections [L2570], [L2571]. ... symptoms, and are increasingly important in the management of this condition [A32787]. ... Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic available in Canada over-the-counter in a number of lozenges for the …
Human papillomavirus type 58 L1 capsid protein antigen
Human papillomavirus type 58 L1 capsid protein antigen is contained in Gardasil is a vaccine for intramuscular injection. It is an immunization for young men and women 9-26 years of age for the prevention of diseases caused by Human Papillomavirus (HPV) type 58. The vaccine is prepared from the purified...
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Matched Description: … It is an immunization for young men and women 9-26 years of age for the prevention of diseases caused ... The vaccine is prepared from the purified virus-like particles (VLPs) of the major capsid (L1) protein ... of HPV Type 58 which are produced by separate fermentations in recombinant *Saccharomyces cerevisiae …
Norepinephrine
Precursor of epinephrine that is secreted by the adrenal medulla and is a widespread central and autonomic neurotransmitter. Norepinephrine is the principal transmitter of most postganglionic sympathetic fibers and of the diffuse projection system in the brain arising from the locus ceruleus. It is also found in plants and is...
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Matched Description: … Norepinephrine is the principal transmitter of most postganglionic sympathetic fibers and of the diffuse ... Precursor of epinephrine that is secreted by the adrenal medulla and is a widespread central and autonomic …
Carbimazole
An imidazole antithyroid agent. Carbimazole is metabolized to methimazole, which is responsible for the antithyroid activity.
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Investigational
Carprofen
Carprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used by veterinarians as a supportive treatment for the relief of arthritic symptoms in geriatric dogs. Carprofen was previously used in human medicine for over 10 years (1985-1995). It was generally well tolerated, with the majority of adverse effects being mild,...
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Matched Description: … anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used by veterinarians as a supportive treatment for the relief of ... It was generally well tolerated, with the majority of adverse effects being mild, such as gastro-intestinal …
Epicriptine
Epicriptine is also known as beta-dihydroergocryptine presents a molecular formula of 9,10 alpha-dihydro-13'-epi-b-ergocryptine. Together with the alpha-dihydroergocryptine, it represents one-third of the ergoloid mesylate mixture. Epicriptine differs from the alpha form on the position of one methyl group. To know more about the mixture please visit DB01049
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Matched Description: … Epicriptine differs from the alpha form on the position of one methyl group. ... Epicriptine is also known as beta-dihydroergocryptine presents a molecular formula of 9,10 alpha-dihydro ... Together with the alpha-dihydroergocryptine, it represents one-third of the ergoloid mesylate mixture …
Mephenesin
Mephenesin is a synthetic cresol glyceryl ether which produces transient muscle relaxation and paralysis via central nervous system depression . It first entered use in the 1950s.
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Crotalus adamanteus antivenin
Each year it is estimated there are 45,000 snakebites in the US and 300,000 to 400,000 bites worldwide. About 8000 of these snakebites involve venomous snake species. The majority of people bitten are males and about 50% occur in the age group of 18 to 28 .
The eastern diamondback...
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Matched Description: … The majority of people bitten are males and about 50% occur in the age group of 18 to 28 [F116]. ... The eastern diamondback rattlesnake is the largest of the 32 species of rattlesnake currently recognized ... About 8000 of these snakebites involve venomous snake species. …
Altretamine
An alkylating agent proposed as an antineoplastic. It also acts as a chemosterilant for male houseflies and other insects.
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Metaraminol
An adrenergic agonist that acts predominantly at alpha adrenergic receptors and also stimulates the release of norepinephrine. It has been used primarily as a vasoconstrictor in the treatment of hypotension.
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Matched Description: … It has been used primarily as a vasoconstrictor in the treatment of hypotension. ... adrenergic agonist that acts predominantly at alpha adrenergic receptors and also stimulates the release of …
Encainide
All drug products containing encainide hydrochloride. Encainide hydrochloride, formerly marketed as Enkaid capsules, was associated with increased death rates in patients who had asymptomatic heart rhythm abnormalities after a recent heart attack. The manufacturer of Enkaid capsules voluntarily withdrew the product from the US market on December 16, 1991.
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Matched Description: … The manufacturer of Enkaid capsules voluntarily withdrew the product from the US market on December 16 …
Metipranolol
A beta-adrenergic antagonist effective for both beta-1 and beta-2 receptors. It is used as an antiarrhythmic, antihypertensive, and antiglaucoma agent.
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Penbutolol
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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Matched Description: … This binding characteristic of penbutolol is being investigated for its implications in Antidepressant …
Choline magnesium trisalicylate
Choline magnesium trisalicylate is a non-acetylated salicylate used widely as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Trisalicylate significantly reduces methotrexate renal clearance, displacing methotrexate from protein, increasing the fraction unbound by 28% [A19653, A19654].
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Lucinactant
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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Matched Description: … It is completely devoid of animal-derived components. FDA approved on March 6, 2012. ... More specifically, it mimics the C-terminal amphipathic helical domain of this protein. ... It also consists of phospholipids (dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine, DPPC and palmitoyloleoyl phosphatidylglycerol …
Chymotrypsin
Chymotrypsin (EC 3.4.21.1) is a digestive enzyme that promotes proteolysis, or the breakdown of proteins and polypeptides. It is a serine protease synthesized in the pancreas and is a vital component in the pancreatic juice. Like most proteolytic enzymes, chymotrypsin is activated from its inactive zymogen precursor, chymotrypsinogen, in presence...
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Matched Description: … Chymotrypsin (EC 3.4.21.1) is a digestive enzyme that promotes proteolysis, or the breakdown of proteins ... enzymes, chymotrypsin is activated from its inactive zymogen precursor, chymotrypsinogen, in presence of ... Chymotrypsin is the most abundant pancreatic proteases that represent up to 10-20% of the total protein …
Influenza A virus A/Switzerland/9715293/2013 NIB-88 (H3N2) antigen (UV, formaldehyde inactivated)
A seasonally-specific component of the influenza vaccine. The influenza vaccine, also known as the "flu shot", is a vaccine that protects against infection from the influenza viruses. Vaccines provide protection from influenza by exposing the immune system to the virus (or parts of the virus) which stimulates an immunological defence...
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Matched Description: … memory B cells) and of cell-mediated immunity through the production of T-lymphocytes. ... This defence includes the production of humoral immunity through the development of antibodies (through ... A seasonally-specific component of the influenza vaccine. …
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