In pharmacology, a drug is a chemical substance, typically of known structure, which, when administered to a living organism, produces a biological effect. A pharmaceutical drug, also called a medication or medicine, is a chemical substance used to treat, cure, prevent, or diagnose a disease or to promote well-being. Traditionally drugs were obtained through extraction from medicinal plants, but more recently also by organic synthesis. Pharmaceutical drugs may be used for a limited duration, or on a regular basis for chronic disorders.
What are the side effects of Erythromycin?
Erythromycin is a conventional antibiotic that binds bacterial ribosomes and inhibits protein synthesis. This bacteriostatic mode of action inhibits the replication (growth) of bacteria during infecti
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Sofosbuvir: Indications, Mechanism of Action and Side Effects
Sofosbuvir is a direct-acting antiviral drug primarily used in combination with other drugs to treat hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
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Indications and side effects of Polymyxin B sulfate in combination with Trimethoprim
Polymyxin B sulfate and Trimethoprim is an ophthalmic preparation, belonging to the antibiotic class of drugs, which in combination can be used to treat eye infections, including acute bacterial conju
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How to synthesize Boscalid?
The succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor (SDHI) fungicide boscalid is an excellent broad-spectrum fungicide.
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Egrifta: indications, drug interactions, contraindications and side effects
Egrifta is the only FDA-approved prescription medication for reducing excess abdominal fat in HIV-infected and lipodystrophic patients, and is usually administered by injection.
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Olaparib: Indications, Mechanism of action and Side Effects
Olaparib is an oral, highly potent PARP inhibitor-based targeted anticancer drug.
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Cefepime: Indications, Mechanism of Action and Side Effects
Cefepime is a broad-spectrum fourth-generation cephalosporin with activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
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Glycopyrronium Bromide: Indications, Drug Classes and Side Effects
Glycopyrronium Bromide, a novel long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) for once-daily use, has been approved for use as a bronchodilator for symptomatic maintenance therapy in adult patients with ch
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Is minoxidil spray more effective than other preparations?
Minoxidil is a piperidinopyrimidine derivative that was FDA approved for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
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Valsartan: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects
Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It widens blood vessels to act as a blood pressure reducer, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body.
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