Kineret
Kineret Kineret (tocilizumab) is a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting the interleukin‑6 receptor (IL‑6R), used primarily in rheumatologic and hematologic disorders. Mechanism of Action IL‑6R blockade: Tocilizumab binds both soluble and…
Keytruda
Keytruda Mechanism of Action Pembrolizumab (Keytruda) is a humanized monoclonal antibody that selectively binds to the programmed death‑1 (PD‑1) receptor on T cells and NK cells. Blockade of PD‑1/PD‑L1 interaction…
Kevzara
Kevzara Mechanism of Action Kevzara (sarilumab) is a monoclonal antibody that selectively targets the interleukin‑6 receptor (IL‑6R). Binds both soluble and membrane IL‑6R, inhibiting IL‑6 from activating the downstream JAK/STAT…
Ketotifen ophthalmic
Ketotifen ophthalmic Mechanism of Action Selective H1‑histamine receptor antagonist that blocks histamine‑induced vasodilation, itching, and tear production in the conjunctival tissue. Stabilizes mast cells by inhibiting calcium influx, thereby preventing…
Ketotifen
Ketotifen Ketotifen is a first‑generation H1‑antihistamine and mast‑cell stabilizer widely used for allergic ocular disorders and other atopic conditions. It is also employed off‑label for bronchial hyperreactivity and migraine prophylaxis.…
Ketorolac Tromethamine
Ketorolac Tromethamine Mechanism of Action Ketorolac tromethamine is a potent, short‑acting non‑steroidal anti‑inflammatory drug (NSAID) that exerts its effect primarily by selective inhibition of cyclo‑oxygenase‑1 (COX‑1) and COX‑2, thereby suppressing…
Ketorolac ophthalmic
Ketorolac ophthalmic Ketorolac ophthalmic is a topical non‑steroidal anti‑inflammatory drug (NSAID) formulated as a 0.5% solution (25 mg/mL) used primarily for managing postoperative ocular pain and inflammation. Mechanism of Action Ketorolac…
Ketorolac
Ketorolac Mechanism of Action Ketorolac is a non‑steroidal anti‑inflammatory drug (NSAID) that provides potent analgesia by: Potently inhibiting cyclo‑oxygenase (COX‑1 and COX‑2), thereby blocking the conversion of arachidonic acid to…
Ketoprofen
Ketoprofen Ketoprofen is a non‑steroidal anti‑inflammatory drug (NSAID) widely used for pain, inflammation, and fever management. Below is a concise, evidence‑based drug card designed for medical students and clinicians. Mechanism…
Ketoconazole topical
Ketoconazole topical Mechanism of Action Ketoconazole is a triazole antifungal that inhibits ergosterol synthesis by competitively blocking the fungal cytochrome P‑450‑dependent enzyme 14‑α‑demethylase (CYP51). Loss of ergosterol compromises cell membrane integrity,…