Dihydropyridine

Products Dihydropyridines are commercially available in many countries in the form of film-coated tablets, sustained-release tablets, capsules, and injectables. Nifedipine from Bayer (Adalat) was the first active ingredient from this group to enter the market in the mid-1970s. Today, amlodipine (Norvasc, generics) is most commonly prescribed. Structure and properties The name 1,4-dihydropyridines is derived from … Dihydropyridine

Quetiapine

Products Quetiapine is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets and sustained-release tablets (Seroquel / XR, generic, auto-generic). It has been approved in many countries since 1999. Generics of film-coated tablets entered the market in 2012, and generics of sustained-release tablets were first registered in 2013. Structure and properties Quetiapine (C21H25N3O2S, Mr = 383.5 … Quetiapine

Abemaciclib

Products Abemaciclib was approved in the form of film-coated tablets in the United States in 2017, in the EU in 2018, and in many countries in 2019 (Verzenios). Structure and properties Abemaciclib (C27H32F2N8, Mr = 506.6 g/mol) exists as a white to yellow powder. Effects Abemaciclib (ATC L01XE50) has antitumor and antiproliferative properties. The effects … Abemaciclib

Encorafenib

Products Encorafenib was approved in capsule form in the United States and EU in 2018 and in many countries in 2019 (Braftovi). Structure and properties Encorafenib (C22H27ClFN7O4S, Mr = 540.0 g/mol) exists as a white powder that is somewhat soluble in water only at low pH. Effects Encorafenib (ATC L01XE46) has antitumor and antiproliferative properties. … Encorafenib

Felodipine

Products Felodipine is commercially available in the form of sustained-release tablets. In addition to the original Plendil, generic versions are also available. It has been approved in many countries since 1988. Structure and properties Felodipine (C18H19Cl2NO4, Mr = 384.3 g/mol) is a dihydropyridine. It exists as a white to pale yellow crystalline powder that is … Felodipine

Nifedipine: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Products Nifedipine is commercially available in the form of sustained-release tablets (generics). It was first approved in the mid-1970s. Sales of the original Adalat were discontinued in many countries in 2019. Structure and properties Nifedipine (C17H18N2O6, Mr = 346.3 g/mol) is a dihydropyridine. It exists as a yellow crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in … Nifedipine: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses

Interactions

Definition When two or more drugs are combined, they may affect each other. This is especially true with regard to their pharmacokinetics (ADME) and effects and adverse effects (pharmacodynamics). This phenomenon is called interaction and drug-drug interaction. Interactions are usually undesirable because they can lead to, for example, loss of efficacy, side effects, poisoning, hospitalization, … Interactions

Lercanidipine

Products Lercanidipine is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Zanidip, Zanipress + enalapril). It has been approved in many countries since 2004. Generic versions were registered in 2014. Structure and properties Lercanidipine (C36H41N3O6, Mr = 611.7 g/mol) is a dihydropyridine. It is present in drugs as lercanidipine hydrochloride. The -enantiomer is primarily active. … Lercanidipine

Ciclosporin

Products Ciclosporin is commercially available as capsules, a drinkable solution, and an infusion concentrate (Sandimmune, Sandimmune Neoral, generics). It has been approved in many countries since 1995. Neoral is the microemulsion formulation that has more stable bioavailability than traditional Sandimmune. In 2016, ciclosporin eye drops were approved (see there). Structure and properties Ciclosporin (C62H111N11O12, Mr … Ciclosporin

Dronedarone

Products Dronedarone is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Multaq). It was approved in 2009, first in the United States, then in Canada, in many countries, and in November throughout the European Union. Structure and properties Dronedarone (C31H44N2O5S, Mr = 556.76 g/mol) is a benzofuran derivative and an analog of the antiarrhythmic drug … Dronedarone

Nitrendipine

Products Nitrendipine is commercially available in tablet form (Baypress / – mite). It was approved in many countries since 1985. In 2017, its distribution was discontinued. Structure and properties Nitrendipine (C18H20N2O6, Mr = 360.4 g/mol) is a dihydropyridine and a racemate. It exists as a yellow crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. The … Nitrendipine