List of drugs: Ox–Oz

List of drugs: Ox–Oz is a comprehensive catalog within the pharmaceutical and medical fields, detailing a range of medications whose names begin with the letters "Ox" through "Oz". This list encompasses a variety of drug classes, including but not limited to antibiotics, analgesics, antidepressants, and vaccines, each serving distinct therapeutic purposes. The drugs listed here are utilized in various medical scenarios, from treating chronic conditions to addressing acute symptoms and preventing diseases.

List of Drugs: Ox–Oz

Oxaliplatin

Oxaliplatin is a chemotherapy medication used to treat colorectal cancer. It is often administered in combination with other chemotherapy agents. Oxaliplatin works by causing crosslinking in DNA, which inhibits DNA synthesis and transcription, leading to cell death.

Oxandrolone

Oxandrolone, sold under the brand name Anavar, is an androgen and anabolic steroid medication which is used to help promote weight gain in various situations, to help offset protein catabolism caused by long-term corticosteroid therapy, to support recovery from severe burns, to treat bone pain associated with osteoporosis, and to aid in the development of girls with Turner syndrome.

Oxaprozin

Oxaprozin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Oxazepam

Oxazepam is a short-to-intermediate-acting benzodiazepine. It is used for the treatment of anxiety and insomnia and in the control of symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome.

Oxybutynin

Oxybutynin is an anticholinergic medication used to relieve urinary and bladder difficulties, including frequent urination and inability to control urination (urge incontinence), by decreasing muscle spasms of the bladder.

Oxycodone

Oxycodone is an opioid medication used for treatment of moderate to severe pain. It is highly effective but also has a high potential for addiction and dependence.

Oxytocin

Oxytocin is a hormone and medication most commonly used to stimulate uterine contractions in childbirth and control bleeding after childbirth. It can also enhance emotional bonding and social interactions.

Ozanimod

Ozanimod is a medication used for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS). It works by modulating the immune system to reduce inflammation that damages nerve tissues in the brain and spinal cord.

See Also

• List of drugs
• Pharmacology
• Medication
• Chemotherapy
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
• Benzodiazepine
• Opioid
• Hormone therapy

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