Mechanism of Action of Lactulose
Introduction Lactulose is a synthetic disaccharide used primarily for the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy and constipation. As a … Read more
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Mechanism of Action of Orlistat
Introduction Orlistat is a lipase inhibitor used primarily as an anti-obesity agent. It acts locally within the gastrointestinal … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Budesonide
Introduction Budesonide is a potent, non-halogenated glucocorticoid used primarily for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is commonly … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Pregabalin (Lyrica)
Introduction Pregabalin, marketed under the brand name Lyrica, is a centrally acting agent approved for neuropathic pain, epilepsy, … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Lubiprostone
Introduction Lubiprostone is a chloride channel activator used primarily to manage chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Bicalutamide
Introduction Bicalutamide is a non-steroidal antiandrogen used primarily in the treatment of prostate cancer. It acts by blocking … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Finasteride
Introduction Finasteride is a synthetic 4-azasteroid that functions as a competitive and specific inhibitor of type II 5-alpha-reductase, … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Pioglitazone
Introduction Pioglitazone is an oral antidiabetic agent belonging to the thiazolidinedione (TZD) class. It is used primarily in … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Teriparatide
Introduction Teriparatide is a recombinant form of the first 34 amino acids of human parathyroid hormone (PTH 1-34), … Read more
Mechanism of Action of Ipilimumab
Introduction Ipilimumab is a fully human monoclonal antibody classified under immune checkpoint inhibitors. It plays a pivotal role … Read more