List of drugs: Cm–Co

List of drugs: Cm–Co is a segment of a comprehensive index that categorizes drugs and medications alphabetically. This particular section covers drugs that start with the letters "Cm" through "Co". The drugs listed here vary widely in their purposes, ranging from treating chronic conditions to addressing acute symptoms. Each entry provides a brief overview of the drug's uses, though for detailed information, consulting a healthcare professional is recommended.

Cm

• Cmab - A monoclonal antibody used for the treatment of various types of cancer. It targets specific cancer cells, thereby inhibiting their growth and proliferation.

Co

• Cobicistat - A medication used in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. It works by inhibiting an enzyme that metabolizes drugs, thereby increasing their effectiveness.

• Codeine - An opioid used to treat mild to moderately severe pain and to relieve cough. Codeine is often combined with other medications, like acetaminophen, to enhance pain relief or treat multiple symptoms.

• Colchicine - An anti-inflammatory drug used to treat gout attacks and familial Mediterranean fever. It works by decreasing inflammation and reducing the buildup of uric acid crystals that cause pain in the affected joint.

• Colesevelam - A medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. It belongs to a class of drugs known as bile acid sequestrants, which work by removing bile acid from the body.

• Collagenase - An enzyme used in the treatment of Dupuytren's contracture and Peyronie's disease. It works by breaking down the excess collagen that causes the fibrous tissue buildup associated with these conditions.

• Colloidal silver - A suspension of silver particles in a liquid that's been claimed to have health benefits, including antibacterial and antiviral properties, though its use is controversial and not widely supported by scientific evidence.

• Conivaptan - A drug used to treat hyponatremia (low sodium levels in the blood). It works as a vasopressin receptor antagonist, increasing the excretion of water without causing the loss of sodium.

• Cortisone - A corticosteroid used to treat a variety of conditions, including arthritis, skin diseases, and allergic reactions. It works by reducing inflammation and suppressing the immune system.

• Cosentyx (Secukinumab) - A human monoclonal antibody used to treat several autoimmune diseases, including psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis. It targets and inhibits interleukin-17A, a key cytokine involved in inflammation.

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