Mechanism of Action of Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy)
Introduction Semaglutide (Ozempic for diabetes; Wegovy for obesity) is a GLP‑1 receptor agonist used for type 2 diabetes mellitus … Read more
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Mechanism of Action of Bupropion
Introduction Bupropion is an atypical antidepressant primarily used to treat major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and as … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Lokelma (Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate)
Introduction Lokelma is an oral, non-absorbed potassium binder used to treat hyperkalemia. It works by selectively trapping potassium … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Finerenone (Kerendia)
Introduction Finerenone is a nonsteroidal, selective mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist (MRA) approved for reducing the risk of cardiovascular and … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Mounjaro (Tirzepatide)
Introduction Tirzepatide, marketed as Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes and Zepbound for obesity, is a dual GIP/GLP‑1 receptor … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Entresto (Sacubitril/Valsartan)
Introduction Entresto is a combination drug containing sacubitril, a neprilysin inhibitor, and valsartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Octreotide
Introduction Octreotide is a synthetic somatostatin analog used to treat acromegaly, carcinoid syndrome, VIPoma, and control of panhormonal … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Adenosine
Introduction Adenosine is an endogenous purine nucleoside used intravenously for the acute termination of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT). … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Acetazolamide
Introduction Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor with diuretic, antiglaucoma, anticonvulsant, and altitude sickness applications. It reduces bicarbonate … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Tamsulosin
Introduction Tamsulosin is a selective α₁A-adrenergic receptor antagonist, widely prescribed for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). … Read more