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Uptravi Uptravi (ponesimod) is a selective sphingosine‑1‑phosphate receptor‑1 (S1P₁) modulator approved for the treatment of relapsing‑remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). Mechanism of Action Selective S1P₁ agonist that sequesters circulating lymphocytes in…

Upneeq Upneeq (apraclonidine ophthalmic solution) is a selective α₂‑adrenergic agonist approved for permanent cosmetic pupil dilation and for ophthalmic surgical purposes. Mechanism of Action α₂‑adrenergic receptor activation on the iris…

Uplizna Uplizna (generic name: lurbinectedin) is a novel small‑molecule chemotherapeutic that targets rapidly proliferating cancer cells. Approved by the FDA for relapsed/refractory small‑cell lung cancer (SCLC) and for pleural mesothelioma,…

Upadacitinib Upadacitinib (Rinvoq®) is an oral, selective Janus kinase‑1 (JAK‑1) inhibitor approved for several immune‑mediated inflammatory diseases. Mechanism of Action Upadacitinib competitively inhibits the intracellular ATP‑binding site of JAK1, a…

Unloxcyt _Unloxcyt_ (generic: Unloxcyt) is a first‑line, orally administered, selective cyclin‑dependent kinase 4/6 (CDK4/6) inhibitor approved for adjuvant and metastatic hormone‑receptor‑positive breast cancer. Mechanism of Action Selective CDK4/6 inhibition: Blocks…

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Unithroid Unithroid is a brand name formulation of levothyroxine sodium, a synthetic form of the thyroid hormone thyroxine (T4). It is widely used to treat hypothyroidism and certain thyroid disorders…

Unisom Unisom is an over‑the‑counter (OTC) sleep aid that contains the first‑generation antihistamine diphenhydramine. It is widely used for short‑term management of occasional insomnia. Mechanism of Action H1‑histamine receptor antagonist:…

Unasyn Unasyn is a combination antibiotic composed of ampicillin sodium and sulbactam sodium. It merges a β‑lactam antibacterial with a β‑lactamase inhibitor, enhancing activity against a broad range of Gram‑positive…

Umeclidinium and Vilanterol Umeclidinium (LAMA) + Vilanterol (LABA) – marketed as Seretide Genuair (or Trelegy Ellipta formulation). The dual‑bronchodilator inhaler is indicated for maintenance therapy in obstructive airway disease. --- Mechanism…