Tag: Adrenergic Agonist

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Striverdi Respimat Beta2 Agonists Description Inhaled long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA); given once-dailyUsed for the maintenance treatment of COPD in adultsNot indicated for the relief of acute bronchospasm or for the treatment of asthma Indications Indicated for maintenance bronchodilator treatment in patients with COPD, including chronic bronchitis and/or…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Xopenex, Xopenex HFA Beta2 Agonists Description Moderately selective short-acting beta-2 receptor agonist (SABA); r-enantiomer of racemic albuterol; available as oral inhaler and nebulizer treatmentUsed clinically in adult and pediatric patients for acute bronchospasm due to asthma as a reliever therapy and for asthma exacerbations; also used in…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Brompheniramine/Pseudoephedrine Antihistamine/Decongestant Combos Description Brompheniramine: Histamine H1-receptor antagonist Pseudoephedrine: Sympathomimetic; exerts decongestant action on nasal mucosa; stimulates the alpha-adrenergic receptors causing bronchodilation and vasoconstriction Indications Indicated for the treatment of Nasal Congestion with Rhinitis Contraindications Hypersensitivity to drugs or excipients Within 14 days of MAO inhibitor therapy…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Notuss-DC Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Codeine: Narcotic agonist analgesic with antitussive activity, mu receptor agonist Pseudoephedrine: Alpha adrenergic agonist Indications Indicated for the treatment of Congestion with Cough Contraindications Codeine Hypsesensitivity Absolute: acute abdominal condition, diarrhea associated with toxins, pseudomembranous colitis, respiratory depression Relative: Asthma (acute), inflammatory…

No Brand Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Zyrtec D Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Codeine: Narcotic agonist analgesic with antitussive activity, mu receptor agonist Triprolidine: First generation antihistamine, proplamine-derivative Pseudoephedrine: Alpha adrenergic agonist Indications Indicated for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis, Cough, Sinus Congestion Contraindications Codeine Absolute: acute abdominal condition, diarrhea associated w/ toxins,…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  OTC Common Brand Names; Zyrtec D Antihistamine/Decongestant Combos Description Sedating antihistamine plus sympathomimetic amine Rx/OTC product; used to relieve allergic symptoms and/or nasal congestion due to seasonal or perennial allergic rhinitis. In January 2008, the FDA issued a Public Health Advisory recommending that OTC cough and cold products not be used…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  OTC Common Brand Names; Sudafed, Nexafed, Zephrex-D Decongestants, Systemic Description Oral sympathomimetic decongestant agentPrimarily used in adults and pediatric patients 4 years and older to temporarily relieve nasal congestion due to the common cold, allergic rhinitis, or other upper respiratory conditionsDue to potential for diversion as a substrate for the illegal synthesis…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Primatene Tablets, Bronkaid Dual Action Formula Decongestant/Expectorant Combos Description Ephedrine: Alpha, beta-1, and beta-2 receptor agonist Guaifenesin: Expectorant; reduces viscosity of mucus by increasing effective respiratory tract hydration Indications Indicated for temporary relief of mild symptoms of intermittent asthma including wheezing, tightness of chest, shortness of breath…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Akovaz, Corphedra, Emerphed, Rezipres Alpha/Beta Adrenergic Agonists Description Injectable alpha- and beta-adrenergic agonist and norepinephrine-releasing agentUsed for the treatment of clinically important hypotension occurring in the setting of anesthesiaLess effective than epinephrine in acute bronchospasm; not recommended in asthma Indications Indicated for the treatment of clinically important hypotension…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Goprelto, Numbrino Local Anesthetics, Esters Description Local anesthetic of the ester typeFor use as a topical anesthetic of the oral, laryngeal, and nasal cavitiesAbuse can lead to physical dependence Indications Indicated for local anesthesia and/or mucosal anesthesia prior to instrumentation or surgical procedures. For the treatment of…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Adderall XR, Mydayis Stimulants;  ADHD Agents Description Central nervous system (CNS) stimulantUsed for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsyPatients with structural heart defects, cardiomyopathy, or heart-rhythm disturbances may be at risk for adverse cardiac events Indications For the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).For the treatment of…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Adzenys XR-ODT, Dyanavel XR, Evekeo, Adzenys ER, Evekeo ODT Stimulants;  ADHD Agents Description Sympathomimetic amine; a racemic mixture of L-amphetamine and D-amphetamineUsed for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsyUsed as an anorectic agent in the short-term (8 to 12 weeks) exogenous treatment of obesity; abuse and addiction potential;…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Advair Diskus, Advair HFA, AirDuo RespiClick, Wixela Inhub, AirDuo Digihaler Respiratory Inhalant Combos;  COPD Agents Description Inhaled combination product of a corticosteroid (fluticasone) and a long-acting beta agonist (LABA) (salmeterol)Used for maintenance treatment of asthma in adult and pediatric patients 4 years and olderAlso used in adults for…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Serevent Disku Beta2 Agonists Description Orally inhaled long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA); given twice dailyUsed in adult and pediatric patients 4 years and older for add-on asthma maintenance therapy to an asthma controller medication and for exercise-induced bronchospasm (EIB); also used for maintenance treatment of COPD in adultsLABA…

Brands Classes DEA Class;  Rx Common Brand Names; Vazculep, Biorphen Phenylephrine ophthalmic: Altafrin, Neofrin, Refresh Redness Relief Phenylephrine nasal (OTC): NeoSynephrine Nasal, Neo-Synephrine Cold & Sinus Mild Strength Spray Alpha1 Agonists Cycloplegics/Mydriatics;  Alpha Agonists, Ophthalmic Decongestants, Intranasal Description Synthetic sympathomimetic amine with selective alpha-1 adrenergic agonist effectsUsed orally and intranasally as decongestant, ophthalmically to produce mydriasis…