Lisinopril
Lisinopril Mechanism of Action Lisinopril is an orally active, irreversible angiotensin‑converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It blocks the conversion of angiotensin I → angiotensin II, the potent vasoconstrictor. Resulting in: ↓…
Lisdexamfetamine
Lisdexamfetamine A prodrug of dextroamphetamine designed for the treatment of attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and adults, and for moderate to severe binge eating disorder (BED). The agent is…
Liraglutide
Liraglutide Mechanism of Action Liraglutide is a long‑acting analog of glucagon‑like peptide‑1 (GLP‑1). It binds to the GLP‑1 receptor on pancreatic β‑cells, leading to: Stimulation of insulin secretion in a…
Lipitor
Lipitor Lipitor (atorvastatin calcium) is a high‑potency statin widely used for lipid‑lowering therapy. It is available in oral tablet form and is commonly prescribed for hyperlipidemia, secondary prevention of cardiovascular…
Liothyronine
Liothyronine Mechanism of Action Liothyronine (C15H12I2NO4) is the active synthetic form of the thyroid hormone T3 (triiodothyronine). Receptor binding: Diffuses through cell membranes, binds to cytosolic and nuclear thyroid hormone…
Linzess
Linzess Mechanism of Action Linzess (linaclotide) is a small‑molecule, orally active, gut‑specific agonist of the guanylate cyclase‑C (GC‑C) receptor found on the luminal surface of intestinal epithelial cells. Binding to…
Linezolid
Linezolid Mechanism of Action Inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit, preventing the formation of the 70S initiation complex. Unique among oxazolidinones: induces a reversible…
Liletta
Liletta Liletta (ertogliflozin) is a once‑daily oral sodium‑glucose co‑transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor indicated for adjunctive therapy of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Below is a concise, reference‑ready overview for medical students and…
Lidocaine
Lidocaine Mechanism of Action Lidocaine is a class Ib local anesthetic and anti‑arrhythmic. Voltage‑gated sodium channel blockade: Inactivates sodium channels in neuronal membranes, preventing action‑potential propagation and providing local anesthesia. Cardiac…
Lidex
Lidex Lidex is a commercial brand of lidocaine 1% aqueous solution marketed for use as a local anesthetic in dental, minor surgical, and ophthalmic procedures. (SEO keywords: Lidex, lidocaine local…