Desyrel
Desyrel Desyrel is the brand name for the essential amino acid tryptophan. Once marketed as a prescription antidepressant, it is now primarily available as a dietary supplement and used anecdotally…
Desvenlafaxine
Desvenlafaxine Desvenlafaxine (brand name Pristiq) is a selective serotonin‑norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) used primarily for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD). The following drug card provides a concise, SEO‑friendly…
Desloratadine
Desloratadine Mechanism of Action Selective antagonist of peripheral H₁ histamine receptors – competitively blocks histamine‑mediated vasodilation, capillary permeability, and pruritus. High affinity (Ki ≈ 0.1 nM) with rapid onset (~30 min). Minimal CNS penetration…
Descovy
Descovy Descovy is the brand name for the fixed‑dose combination of emtricitabine 200 mg and tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) 25 mg. It is approved by the FDA for HIV‑1 prevention in adults and…
Depakote
Depakote Valproic acid (brand: Depakote) is a widely used antiepileptic and mood‑stabilizing agent. Mechanism of Action Increase GABA concentrations Inhibits GABA‑transaminase and GABA‑T-1 transporters → higher intracellular GABA, enhancing inhibitory neurotransmission.…
Denosumab
Denosumab Denosumab is a fully human monoclonal antibody that selectively targets the RANK ligand (RANK‑L), inhibiting osteoclastogenesis and bone resorption. It is a cornerstone anti‑resorptive agent used for osteoporosis, bone…
Delzicol
Delzicol Delzicol is the branded oral solution of ondansetron, a selective 5‑hydroxytryptamine‑3 (5‑HT₃) receptor antagonist used to manage nausea and vomiting across a broad spectrum of clinical situations. Mechanism of…
Degarelix
Degarelix Degarelix is a non‑peptide GnRH (gonadotropin‑releasing hormone) antagonist used for androgen‑deprivation therapy in advanced prostate cancer. Mechanism of Action Competitive block of GnRH receptors in the pituitary Prevents LH…
Decadron
Decadron Decadron is the brand name for dexamethasone, a potent synthetic glucocorticoid with anti‑inflammatory, immunosuppressive, and anti‑emetic properties. --- Mechanism of Action Glucocorticoid receptor agonist → Forms a complex that…
Dayvigo
Dayvigo Dayvigo (vortioxetine) is a novel serotonin modulator and activator approved for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. Mechanism of Action Dayvigo exerts its antidepressant effects through…