Fosamax
Fosamax Fosamax is the brand name for alendronate sodium, a nitrogen‑containing bisphosphonate widely used to strengthen bone and reduce fracture risk in osteopenic and osteoporotic patients. Mechanism of Action Fosamax…
Forteo
Forteo Mechanism of Action Forteo (teriparatide) is a recombinant fragment of human parathyroid hormone (PTH[1‑34]). It binds to the PTH/PTHrP receptor on osteoblasts, activating the cAMP‑dependent protein kinase A pathway.…
Formoterol
Formoterol Formoterol is a long‑acting β₂‑adrenergic agonist (LABA) used as a maintenance bronchodilator in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Its dual role—direct smooth‑muscle relaxation and facilitation of anti‑inflammatory…
Folic Acid
Folic Acid Folic acid (vitamin B9, synthetic folate) is an essential micronutrient used for supplementation, prophylaxis, and adjunctive therapy in various hematologic, obstetric, and pharmacologic contexts. Mechanism of Action Enzyme cofactor:…
Focalin XR
Focalin XR Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride) is a long‑acting central nervous system stimulant indicated for the treatment of Attention‑Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and adults. --- Mechanism of Action Selective dopamine‑reuptake…
Focalin
Focalin Focalin (dexmethylphenidate) is a central nervous system stimulant commonly prescribed for attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adults. It is the d‑enantiomer of methylphenidate and offers improved potency and…
Fluvoxamine
Fluvoxamine Mechanism of Action Fluvoxamine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that: Potently inhibits the serotonin transporter (SERT) in postsynaptic neurons, increasing extracellular serotonin levels. Has a higher affinity…
Fluticasone nasal
Fluticasone Nasal Fluticasone nasal (brand: Flonase®, FS) is a potent intranasal corticosteroid used primarily for allergic and non‑allergic rhinitis and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Mechanism of Action Glucocorticoid receptor agonism…
Fluticasone and salmeterol
Fluticasone and Salmeterol Combination inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) + long‑acting β₂‑agonist (LABA) used for maintenance therapy in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Mechanism of Action Fluticasone (high‑potency inhaled glucocorticoid) Binds glucocorticoid…
Fluticasone
Fluticasone Fluticasone is a synthetic, high‑potency corticosteroid used topically and via inhalation to treat allergic and inflammatory airway diseases. Mechanism of Action Fluticasone exerts its effect by: Binding to intracellular…