List of drugs: D
List of Drugs: D is a comprehensive catalog encompassing a wide range of pharmaceuticals, biologics, and substances used in the treatment, management, and diagnosis of diseases and conditions. This list includes drugs that are marketed under their generic names, as well as those known by brand names. The drugs are categorized based on their primary use, mechanism of action, and therapeutic classification.
Antibiotics[edit | edit source]
- Doxycycline - A broad-spectrum tetracycline antibiotic used in the treatment of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections and acne.
- Dicloxacillin - A beta-lactam antibiotic in the penicillin class, effective against penicillin-resistant staphylococcal infections.
Antidepressants[edit | edit source]
- Duloxetine - A serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) used primarily in the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
- Desipramine - A tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) with a primary focus on treating depression.
Antidiabetics[edit | edit source]
- Dapagliflozin - An SGLT2 inhibitor used in the management of type 2 diabetes.
- Diabetes medications - A comprehensive list of medications used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, including metformin, sulfonylureas, and insulin therapies.
Analgesics[edit | edit source]
- Diclofenac - A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and inflammatory disorders such as arthritis.
- Dihydrocodeine - An opioid analgesic used for the treatment of moderate to severe pain.
Antivirals[edit | edit source]
- Darunavir - An HIV protease inhibitor used in combination with other antiretrovirals for the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
- Dolutegravir - An integrase inhibitor used in the treatment of HIV infection in adults and children.
Antipsychotics[edit | edit source]
- Donepezil - Primarily used in the symptomatic treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It acts as a cholinesterase inhibitor.
- Droperidol - Used in the management of nausea, vomiting, and agitation. It is a butyrophenone derivative.
Cardiovascular Drugs[edit | edit source]
- Digoxin - A cardiac glycoside used in the management of various heart conditions, including atrial fibrillation and heart failure.
- Diltiazem - A calcium channel blocker used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and certain types of arrhythmias.
Chemotherapy Agents[edit | edit source]
- Docetaxel - A taxane used in the treatment of various cancers, including breast, lung, prostate, and stomach cancer.
- Doxorubicin - An anthracycline antibiotic, used in cancer chemotherapy to treat various types of cancer.
Miscellaneous[edit | edit source]
- Dexamethasone - A corticosteroid used to treat inflammatory conditions and certain types of cancer.
- Diazepam - A benzodiazepine used for its anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, and muscle relaxant properties.
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