List of drugs: Im–In

List of drugs: Im–In is a comprehensive catalog within the pharmaceutical and medical fields, focusing on medications that start with the letters "Im" to "In". This list encompasses a wide range of drugs, including those used for immunotherapy, infection control, inflammation reduction, and more. Each entry provides a brief overview of the drug's uses, mechanism of action, and any relevant therapeutic categories it belongs to.

List of Drugs

Imatinib

Imatinib, marketed under the name Gleevec among others, is a chemotherapy agent and tyrosine kinase inhibitor used for the treatment of multiple cancers, most notably chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs). It works by inhibiting a specific protein kinase that is abnormal in certain cancer cells, thereby stopping the growth of these cells.

Imipenem

Imipenem is a broad-spectrum beta-lactam antibiotic belonging to the carbapenem class. It is often used in combination with cilastatin to treat severe or high-risk bacterial infections. Imipenem works by inhibiting cell wall synthesis in bacteria, leading to cell death.

Imipramine

Imipramine, sold under the brand name Tofranil among others, is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) used to treat major depression and enuresis (bedwetting). It functions by increasing the levels of certain chemicals in the brain that help elevate mood.

Immune Globulin

Immune Globulin is a medication made from human plasma containing antibodies that help protect against infection. It is used in the treatment of various immune deficiencies and autoimmune disorders, as well as in the prevention of certain infections in people with weakened immune systems.

Indapamide

Indapamide is a diuretic medication often used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and edema (swelling). It works by causing the kidneys to eliminate excess water and salt from the body.

Indomethacin

Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to reduce fever, pain, stiffness, and swelling. It is commonly prescribed for the treatment of a number of conditions, including arthritis, gout, and ankylosing spondylitis. Indomethacin works by inhibiting the production of certain substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Infliximab

Infliximab, sold under the brand name Remicade among others, is a monoclonal antibody used to treat autoimmune diseases such as Crohn's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriasis, and ulcerative colitis. It works by blocking the action of tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNFα), a substance in the body that causes inflammation.

Insulin

Insulin is a hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood. It is used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus to control blood sugar levels. There are various types of insulin, ranging from rapid-acting to long-acting, depending on the needs of the individual.

Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen is a widely used over-the-counter NSAID that helps reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury.

See Also

• Pharmacology
• List of pharmaceutical companies
• Medication

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