List of drugs: Tr–Tri

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List of drugs: Tr–Tri is a comprehensive catalog within the pharmaceutical and medical fields, focusing on medications and substances starting with the prefix "Tr" through "Tri". This list encompasses a wide range of drugs, from over-the-counter medications to prescription drugs, each with unique applications, dosages, and mechanisms of action. The following entries provide an overview of various drugs, their uses, and important considerations.

List of Drugs[edit | edit source]

Trabectedin[edit | edit source]

Trabectedin is a chemotherapy medication used in the treatment of specific types of cancer, including ovarian cancer and soft tissue sarcoma. It operates by binding to the minor groove of DNA, disrupting the cancer cell's ability to multiply and leading to cell death.

Tracleer[edit | edit source]

Tracleer (Bosentan) is an endothelin receptor antagonist used primarily in the management of pulmonary arterial hypertension. It works by dilating the blood vessels in the lungs, which lowers blood pressure and improves symptoms.

Tramadol[edit | edit source]

Tramadol is a centrally acting opioid analgesic used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. It acts in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Tranexamic Acid[edit | edit source]

Tranexamic Acid is a medication used to treat or prevent excessive blood loss from major trauma, postpartum bleeding, surgery, tooth removal, nosebleeds, and heavy menstruation. It works by slowing the breakdown of blood clots.

Transderm Scop[edit | edit source]

Transderm Scop (Scopolamine) is a patch that is applied to the skin to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness or anesthesia and surgery. It works by correcting the imbalance of natural substances (acetylcholine and norepinephrine) that can occur in motion sickness.

Trazodone[edit | edit source]

Trazodone is an antidepressant medication used to treat major depressive disorder. It may help to improve mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression.

Triamcinolone[edit | edit source]

Triamcinolone is a corticosteroid used to treat various conditions such as allergies, skin conditions, and arthritis. It works by reducing swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions.

Triamterene[edit | edit source]

Triamterene is a potassium-sparing diuretic that is used in combination with other diuretics to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and edema (swelling) by preventing the body from absorbing too much salt and keeping your potassium levels from getting too low.

Triazolam[edit | edit source]

Triazolam is a benzodiazepine used short-term to treat insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep). It works by slowing down the central nervous system, allowing for sleep.

Tribenoside[edit | edit source]

Tribenoside is a medication used in the treatment of hemorrhoids and varicose veins. It is believed to work by reducing inflammation and restoring normal vein function.

Triclabendazole[edit | edit source]

Triclabendazole is an antiparasitic medication used primarily to treat infections caused by liver flukes, particularly Fasciola hepatica. It works by causing severe damage to the parasite's tegument and digestive system.

Trifluoperazine[edit | edit source]

Trifluoperazine is a typical antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia and generalized non-psychotic anxiety. It is believed to work by blocking or lessening the effects of dopamine in the brain.


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