Sotalol is a drug used in individuals with rhythm disturbances (cardiac arrhythmias) of the heart and to treat hypertension in some individuals. It is a non-selective competitive β-adrenergic receptor blocker […]
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Fusidic acid
Fusidic acid is a bacteriostatic antibiotic that is often used topically in creams and eyedrops but may also be given systemically as tablets or injections. The global problem of advancing […]
Cyclobenzaprine
Cyclobenzaprine brand names Amrix Flexeril and Fexmid is a muscle relaxant medication used to relieve skeletal muscle spasms and associated pain in acute musculoskeletal conditions. It is the best-studied drug […]
Rifampicin
Rifampicin (INN BAN) /rɪˈfæmpəsɪn/ or rifampin (USAN) is a bactericidal antibiotic drug of the rifamycin group.Rifampicin inhibits bacterial DNA-dependent RNA synthesis by inhibiting bacterial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase. Rifampicin may be […]
Adapalene
Adapalene is a third-generation topical retinoid primarily used in the treatment of mild-moderate acne and is also used (off-label) to treat keratosis pilaris as well as other skin conditions. It […]
Bismuth subsalicylate
Bismuth subsalicylate with the empirical chemical formula of C7H5BiO4 is a colloidal substance obtained by hydrolysis of bismuth salicylate (BiC6H4(OH)CO23). The actual structure is unknown and the formulation is only […]
Guaifenesin
Guaifenesin INN /ɡwaɪˈfɛnɨsɪn/ or guaiphenesin (former BAN) also glyceryl guaiacolate is an expectorant drug sold over the counter and usually taken orally to assist the bringing up (expectoration) of phlegm […]
Pimecrolimus
Pimecrolimus is an immunomodulating agent used in the treatment of atopic dermatitis (eczema). It is available as a topical cream once marketed by Novartis (however Galderma has been promoting the […]
Rizatriptan
Rizatriptan (trade name Maxalt) is a 5-HT1 agonist triptan drug developed by Merck & Co. for the treatment of migraine headaches. It is available in strengths of 5 and 10 […]
Miconazole
Miconazole is an imidazole antifungal agent developed by Janssen Pharmaceutica commonly applied topically to the skin or to mucous membranes to cure fungal infections. It works by inhibiting the synthesis […]