Zosyn
Zosyn Zosyn is a brand name for the combination antibiotic piperacillin/tazobactam, used widely for severe bacterial infections. Mechanism of Action Piperacillin: A β‑lactam that interferes with bacterial cell‑wall synthesis by…
Zoryve
Zoryve Zoryve (mirabegron inhalation) is a once‑daily β3‑adrenergic receptor agonist delivered by a breath‑actuated inhaler for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Mechanism of Action Lung‑specific β3‑adrenergic receptor…
Zopiclone
Zopiclone --- Mechanism of Action Benzodiazepine‑receptor agonist that binds to the γ‑aminobutyric acid A (GABAA) receptor complex. Acts as a positive allosteric modulator: Enhances chloride influx, hyperpolarizing neuronal membranes. Increases…
Zonisamide
Zonisamide Zonisamide is a second‑generation antiepileptic drug (AED) primarily used as adjunctive therapy for partial‑onset seizures. Its dual mechanism enhances sodium‑channel inactivation and potentiates GABAergic inhibition while also alkalinizing urine—features…
Zomig
Zomig (telcagepant) Mechanism of Action Zomig is a selective calcitonin gene‑related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist. It competitively blocks the CGRP receptor on vascular smooth‑muscle and sensory nerve cells, preventing CGRP‑mediated…
Zometa
Zometa Mechanism of Action Zoledronic acid is a bisphosphonate that selectively binds to hydroxyapatite in bone, concentrating its effect at sites of active osteoclastic resorption. Once internalized by osteoclasts, it…
Zolpidem
Zolpidem Zolpidem is a non‑benzodiazepine hypnotic agent belonging to the imidazopyridine class. It is predominantly used for the short‑term treatment of insomnia, acting via selective modulation of the GABA(_A) receptor…
Zoloft
Zoloft Sertraline fumarate – Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) Mechanism of Action Selective inhibition of serotonin (5‑HT) reuptake by blocking the serotonin transporter (SERT) in presynaptic neurons. ↑ Synaptic 5‑HT…
Zolmitriptan
Zolmitriptan Mechanism of Action Selective agonist at 5‑HT₁B/1D receptors located on cranial blood vessels and trigeminal pain pathways. Triggers vasoconstriction of dilated cranial arteries → ↓ neurogenic inflammation. Inhibits neuropeptide…
Zoledronic acid
Zoledronic acid Zoledronic acid (brand names: Zometa®, Histonav®) is a potent nitrogen‑containing bisphosphonate used intravenously to treat bone‑related disorders. --- Mechanism of Action Inhibition of osteoclast activity Binds strongly to…