List of drugs: N–Na

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List of drugs: N–Na is a comprehensive catalog within the larger compendium of pharmaceutical drugs. This list encompasses a range of medicinal compounds, starting with the letter 'N' and continuing through names that begin with 'Na'. These drugs vary widely in their use, from treating minor ailments to addressing critical conditions. Each entry is linked to a more detailed article that provides in-depth information on the drug's uses, side effects, mechanism of action, and pharmacokinetics.

List of Drugs: N–Na[edit | edit source]

  • Nabiximols - A cannabinoid drug used for the treatment of multiple sclerosis spasticity and pain.
  • Nadolol - A non-selective beta blocker used in the treatment of high blood pressure and chest pain.
  • Naftifine - An antifungal medication used in the treatment of athlete's foot, ringworm, and jock itch.
  • Nalbuphine - An opioid analgesic used for the relief of moderate to severe pain.
  • Naloxone - An opioid antagonist used to counter the effects of opioid overdose.
  • Naltrexone - An opioid antagonist used in the management of alcohol dependence and opioid dependence.
  • Namenda (Memantine) - A medication used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
  • Naproxen - A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in the treatment of pain and inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.
  • Naratriptan - A medication used for the treatment of migraine headaches.
  • Nateglinide - An antidiabetic drug used in the management of type 2 diabetes.
  • Nebivolol - A beta blocker used in the treatment of hypertension.
  • Nefazodone - An antidepressant drug used in the treatment of major depressive disorder.
  • Nelfinavir - An antiretroviral drug used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
  • Nembutal (Pentobarbital) - A barbiturate used as a sedative and in the treatment of short-term insomnia.
  • Neomycin - An antibiotic used to reduce the risk of infection during surgery of the bowel.

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The above entries represent a fraction of the vast array of pharmaceutical drugs beginning with 'N' and 'Na'. Each drug plays a crucial role in the management and treatment of various diseases and conditions, highlighting the importance of pharmacology and medicinal chemistry in contemporary medicine. The list is not exhaustive and serves as a starting point for further exploration into the world of pharmaceuticals.

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