Glipizide
Glipizide --- Mechanism of Action Glipizide is a second‑generation sulfonylurea that stimulates insulin release from pancreatic β‑cells. Binds the sulfonylurea receptor 1 (SUR1) subunit of the ATP‑sensitive potassium (KATP) channel…
Glimepiride
Glimepiride Glimepiride is a second‑generation sulfonylurea used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It stimulates insulin release from pancreatic β‑cells by binding to the sulfonylurea receptor‑1 (SUR₁) component of…
Gleevec
Gleevec Mechanism of Action Imatinib mesylate (generic name of Gleevec) is a selective ATP‑competitive inhibitor of several tyrosine kinases, most notably the BCR‑ABL oncoprotein, c‑Kit, and platelet‑derived growth factor receptor…
Ginseng
Ginseng Ginseng (Panax spp.) is a popular herbal remedy used traditionally for vitality, cognitive support, and metabolic health. Modern pharmacological studies focus on its active saponins, ginsenosides, and pleiotropic biological…
Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba Mechanism of Action Ginkgo biloba (standardized EGb 761) exerts its effects through a multifactorial pharmacological profile: Antioxidant activity – Scavenges reactive oxygen species (ROS) and protects neuronal membranes from…
Ginger
Ginger Mechanism of Action Anti‑emetic Effects – Ginger antagonizes 5‑HT₃ receptors on the chemoreceptor trigger zone and reduces vagal tone, mitigating nausea and vomiting. Anti‑inflammatory/Prostaglandin Blockage – It inhibits cyclooxygenase‑1…
Giazo
Giazo Mechanism of Action Giazo is a selective antagonist of the ghrelin (GHS‑R1a) receptor. Competitive inhibition of ghrelin binding prevents downstream activation of the growth hormone secretagogue pathway. Reduction in…
Geodon
Geodon Mechanism of Action Ziprasidone is a second‑generation antipsychotic. Binding profile: High affinity for dopamine D₂ and serotonin 5‑HT₂A receptors → reduces psychotic symptoms. Partial agonist at 5‑HT₁A receptors →…
Genvoya
Genvoya Genvoya (brand name) = elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide. It is a fixed‑dose combination oral antiretroviral therapy (ART) approved for treatment‑naïve adults with HIV‑1 infection. --- Mechanism of Action Elvitegravir – an…
Gentamicin topical
Gentamicin Topical Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic available in ophthalmic (eye drops), otic (ear drops), and dermal (ointment) formulations for superficial bacterial infections. It is formulated for topical use to…