Prevnar 20 Prevnar 20 (PCSK 20) is a 20‑valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) that protects against 20 serotypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae. Mechanism of Action Conjugated polysaccharides: 20 capsular polysaccharide serotypes…
Pregabalin Pregabalin is a gabapentinoid used primarily for neuropathic pain, partial‑onset seizures, and generalized anxiety disorder. It is marketed under the brand name Lyrica® among others. Mechanism of Action Binding…
Prednisone Mechanism of Action Prednisone is a synthetic glucocorticoid. Genomic (classical) pathway: It crosses cell membranes → binds cytoplasmic glucocorticoid receptors → translocates to the nucleus → alters transcription of…
Prazosin Mechanism of Action Prazosin is a selective α1‑adrenergic receptor antagonist. By competitively blocking α1 receptors in vascular smooth muscle, it prevents norepinephrine‑induced vasoconstriction, leading to: Peripheral vasodilatation Decreased systemic…
Pravastatin Pravastatin is a hydrophilic, low‑dose‑adjusted HMG‑CoA reductase inhibitor used primarily for lipid lowering and cardiovascular risk reduction. --- Mechanism of Action Inhibits the HMG‑CoA reductase enzyme, the rate‑limiting step…
Pramipexole Pramipexole (trade names: Mirapex®) is a highly selective dopamine D₂/D₃ receptor agonist used primarily for Parkinson’s disease (PD) and restless‑leg syndrome (RLS). It enhances dopaminergic neurotransmission by mimicking dopamine’s…
Praluent Praluent (generic evolocumab) is a human monoclonal antibody that selectively binds proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type‑9 (PCSK9). It is approved as a lipid‑lowering agent for patients who require additional LDL‑C…
Pradaxa Pradaxa (dabigatran etexilate) is a direct thrombin inhibitor used for the prevention of embolic stroke in non‑valvular atrial fibrillation and for treatment/prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE). Mechanism of Action…
Potassium Chloride Potassium chloride is a crystalline salt used to correct and prevent potassium (K⁺) deficits in a variety of clinical scenarios. It provides a wide range of therapeutic options…