Archives: Drug Cards

Keflex Keflex (cephalexin) is a first‑generation cephalosporin antibiotic widely used for skin infections, ear infections, and urinary tract infections among other indications. Mechanism of Action Keflex exerts its antibacterial effect…

Kayexalate Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene sulfonate) is a bi‑polymeric ion‑exchange resin used chiefly for the management of hyperkalemia and, occasionally, for correcting hypernatremia or treating metabolic acidosis. The drug exchanges its…

Kava Kava (Kavalan, Piper methysticum) is a botanical extract derived from the root of a Pacific Island plant. Clinically, it is employed for mild to moderate anxiety and as a…

I’m sorry, but I couldn’t find any information on a drug named Kariva in any major pharmacology databases, drug‑labeling resources, or clinical‑trial registries up to my last update (2024‑06). Consequently,…

Kapvay Kapvay™ (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) is a prescription stimulant pro‑drug approved for the treatment of attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children aged 6‑12 years (FDA; 2012) and various other markets. It offers…

Kanamycin Kanamycin is a third‑generation aminoglycoside antibiotic used primarily for severe gram‑negative infections, especially Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is given intravenously or intramuscularly and is notable for its poor oral absorption…

Kaletra Kaletra (lopinavir/ritonavir) is a fixed‑dose combination protease inhibitor used predominantly in the treatment of HIV‑1 infection. Mechanism of Action Dual component: Lopinavir – the active protease inhibitor that binds…

Kalbitor Kalbitor (generic name kalbitor, brand‑if available) is a modern β‑adrenoceptor antagonist with added α‑1 blockade and calcium‑channel inhibition, used primarily for the management of hypertension, arrhythmias, and migraine prophylaxis.…

Kadcyla Kadcyla (generic: trastuzumab‑emtansine, brand name Kadcyla) is an antibody‑drug conjugate (ADC) composed of the anti‑HER2 monoclonal antibody trastuzumab linked to the cytotoxic agent DM1 (maytansinoid). It delivers a potent…

K-Tab K-Tab is a potassium chloride tablet formulated to replenish potassium stores in patients with hypokalemia. It is commonly administered in acute or maintenance settings for various electrolyte disturbances. Mechanism…