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2004-2005First Year Review
(only Principles drugs have been updated; doesn’t include Derm)
April 21, 202303:57 AM
Abciximab
Antiplatelet
Anti-GPIIb/IIIa receptor antibody
Acetaminophen
Analgesic, Antipyretic
Adalimumab
TNF inhibitor
Anti-TNF antibodyUsed in rheumatoid arthritis
Adrenocorticotropin(ACTH)
Anterior pituitary hormoneAnticonvulsant
Stimulates synthesisand release of cortisol
Alemtuzumab
Antineoplastic
Anti-CD52 antibody
Alfentanil
OpioidGeneral anaesthetic
Intravenous anaesthetic
Allopurinol
AntigoutAntineoplastic (supporting
agent)
Folic acid analogueXanthine oxidase inhibitor
Amantadine
AntiviralAntiparkinson
Treatment of Influenza A Inhibits replication
at the stage of uncoatingInhibits dopamine release
Amikacin
Aminoglycoside antibioticBactericidal protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosomeFreezes initiation
Aminocaproic acid (EACA)
Procoagulant
Inhibitor of plasminogen activation
(decreases fibrinolysis)
Aminoglutethimide
AntineoplasticImmunosuppressive
Glucocorticoid antagonistAromatase inhibitor
(decreases steroid synthesis)
Aminoglycosides
AntibioticsBactericidal protein synthesis
inhibitors
30S ribosomeFreeze initiation
Amitriptyline
Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)
Amoxicillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Antiulcer
Amino penicillinInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Amphetamine
Indirect sympathomimeticDrug of abuse
ADD treatmentStimulant
Ampicillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Amino penicillinInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Amsacrine
Antineoplastic
Miscellaneous
Angiostatin
Antineoplastic
Angiogenesis inhibitor
Anistreplase
Thrombolytic
Streptokinase + plasminogen
Anti-thymocyte globulin
Immunosuppressive
Anti-T cell antibody
Aprotinin
Procoagulant
Fibrinolytic inhibitorSerine protease inhibitor
(“serpin”)Streptokinase inhibitor
Argatroban
Anticoagulant
Direct thrombin inhibitor
L-asparaginase
Antineoplastic
Protein synthesis inhibitor
Aspirin(Acetylsalicylic acid, ASA)
NSAID (acetylsalicylate)Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory
Antipyretic, Antiplatelet
Irreversible cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Atropine
Anticholinergic
AntimuscarinicTreatment for bradycardia,
diarrhea, cholinesterase poisoning
Azathioprine
ImmunosuppressiveAntineoplastic
Antimetabolite(“pseudofeedback inhibition” of
HGPRT and PRP)
Azithromycin
Macrolide antibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor
50S ribosome Inhibits translocation
Aztreonam
New lactam antibiotic
Monobactam
Baclofen
Skeletal muscle relaxantAnxiolytic
GABAB agonist
Bacitracin
AntibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Topical, not a lactam, Inhibits dephosphorylation of
bactoprenol
Basiliximab
Immunosuppressive
Anti-CD25 (interleukin 2 receptor)
Organ transplant (antirejection)
Benzathine penicillin G
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Inhibits peptidoglycan cross-linking Repository preparation
Benztropine
AnticholinergicAntiparkinson
Muscarinic receptor antagonist
Betamethasone
AdrenocorticosteroidGlucocorticoid
Anti-inflammatory steroidNot by inhalation
Bethanecol
Cholinomimetic
Muscarinic agonistInduces defecation and
urinationBronchoconstrictor
Bleomycin
Antineoplastic
Natural productAntibiotic
Bivalirudin
Anticoagulant
Direct thrombin inhibitor
Bortezomib
Antineoplastic
Proteosome inhibitor
Bradykinin
Inflammatory mediator
Plasma, hypotension, pain
Bromocriptine
Antiparkinson
Dopamine (D2) agonistInhibits prolactin release
Brupropion
Second generation antidepressant
Buprenorphine
Opioid
Partial agonist
Buspirone
Sedative/hypnoticAnxiolytic
Busulfan
Antineoplastic
Alkylating agent
Butorphanol
OpioidAnalgesic
receptor partial agonistor antagonist
C3a, C5a
Inflammatory mediators
Anaphylatoxins Low molecular weight
complement cleavage products
Carbamazepine
Anticonvulsant
Carbenicillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Anti-pseudomonal penicillinInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Carbidopa
Antiparkinson
Peripheral dopa decarboxylase inhibitor
Carmustine (BCNU)
Antineoplastic
Alkylating AgentNitrosourea
Cefaclor
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
2nd generationOral
Cefadroxil
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
1st generationOral
Cefepime
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
4th generationCSF penetration
Cefotaxime
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
3rd generationCSF penetration
Cefoxitin
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
2nd generation
Ceftazidime
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
3rd generation
Ceftriaxone
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
3rd generationCSF penetration
Cefuroxime
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
2nd generationCSF penetration
Celecoxib
NSAIDAnti-inflammatory
Cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) inhibitor
Cephalexin
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
1st generationOral
Cephalosporins
Antibiotics lactam
Cell wall synthesis inhibitorsInhibit cross-linking of
peptidoglycan
Cephalothin
Cephalosporin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
1st generationOral
Cetirizine
Antihistamine
H1 antagonist Non-sedating
Chloral hydrate
Sedative/HypnoticGeneral anaesthetic
Acts on GABAA receptor complexSimilar to barbiturates
Chloramphenicol
AntibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor
50S ribosomeInhibits peptide bond formation
Chlordiazepoxide
Sedative/hypnoticAnxiolytic
Benodiazepine Acts on GABAA receptor
complex
Chlorpheniramine
Classical antihistamine
H1 antagonist
Chlorpromazine
Antipsychotic
Phenothiazine
Ciprofloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibioticDNA replication inhibitor
Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase
Cisplatin
Antineoplastic
MiscellaneousCross-linking agent
Clarithromycin
Macrolide antibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor Antiulcer
50S ribosomeInhibits translocation
Clavulanic acid
-lactamase inhibitor
Combined with antibacterials
Clindamycin
AntibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor
50S ribosomeAnaerobic infections
Clopidogrel
Antiplatelet
ADP receptor antagonist
Cloxacillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Penicillinase resistant penicillinInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Clozapine
Antipsychotic
Cobalamin(cyanocobalamin, hydroxocobalamin)
Vitamin
Treatment forvitamin B12 deficiency
Cocaine
Indirect sympathomimeticDrug of abuse
Topical anaesthetic
StimulantLocal anaesthetic
Codeine
OpioidAnalgesic
Weak agonist
Cortisol (Hydrocortisone)
AdrenocorticosteroidGlucocorticoid
Anti-inflammatory steroid
Cyclophosphamide
Antineoplastic
Alkylating AgentNitrogen mustard
Cycloserine
AntibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Secondary TB drugInhibits formation of Park
nucleotide
Cyclosporine
ImmunosuppressiveAntineoplastic
Binds cyclophilinInhibits calcineurin
Cytarabine (AraC)
Antineoplastic
Antimetabolite
Dacarbazine
Antineoplastic
Alkylating Agent
Daclizumab
Immunosuppressive
Anti-CD25 (interleukin 2 receptor) antibody
Organ transplant (anti-rejection)
Dactinomycin
Antineoplastic
Natural productAntibiotic
Dalteparin
Anticoagulant
LMW HeparinATIII activator
Dantrolene
Skeletal muscle relaxant
Ryanodine receptor antagonistTreatment for malignant hyperthermia
Dapsone
Sulfone antibioticNucleic acid and
protein synthesis inhibitor
Inhibits dihydropteroate synthetase
Leprosy
Daunorubicin
Antineoplastic
Anthracycline antibiotic Natural product
Deprenyl/selegiline
Antiparkinson
Monoamine oxidase B inhibitor(MAO-I)
Potentiates effects of L-Dopa
Desipramine
Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)
Desmopressin acetate
Synthetic analogue ofarginine vasopressin
Used in treatment of bleeding disorders
Dexamethasone
AdrenocorticosteroidGlucocorticoidAntineoplastic
Antiemetic
Anti-inflammatory steroidNot by inhalation
Dextromethorphan
Opioid
Antitussive
Diazepam
Sedative/hypnoticAnxiolytic
Anticonvulsant
Benzodiazepine Acts on GABAA receptor complex
Diflunisal
NSAIDAnalgesic, Anti-inflammatory
Antipyretic
Cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Diphenhydramine
Classical antihistamineAntiemetic
H1 antagonist
Diphenoxylate docusate
Antidiarrheal
Opiate
Dipyridamole
Antiplatelet
Phosphodiesterase inhibitor(increases cAMP)
Doxorubicin
Antineoplastic
Anthracycline antibioticNatural product
Doxycycline
Tetracycline antibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosomePrevents aminoacyl tRNA attachment
Drotrecogin alfa(Activated Protein C)
Anticoagulant
Many actionsTreatment for septic shock
Edrecolomab
Antineoplastic
Anti-17-1A antibody
Enflurane
General anaesthetic
Inhaled anaesthetic
Enoxaparin
Anticoagulant
LMW HeparinATIII activator
Entacapone
Antiparkinson
Peripheral catechol-o-methyltransferase inhibitor
Ephedra(Ma Huang)
Dietary supplement
Amphetamine-like stimulant
Eptifibatide
Antiplatelet
GPIIb/IIIa antagonist
Erythromycin
Macrolide antibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor
50S ribosomeInhibits translocation
Erythropoietin (EPO)
Cytokine
Primary regulator of RBC synthesis
Etanercept
TNF inhibitor
Tumor necrosis factor receptor+ Fc portion of IgG
Used in rheumatoid arthritis
Ethanol
Drug of abuse
Sedative
Ethosuximide
Anticonvulsant
Etomidate
General anaesthetic
Intravenous anaesthetic
Etoposide
Antineoplastic
Natural productPlant alkaloid
Fentanyl
OpioidAnalgesic
receptor agonist
Fexofenadine
Antihistamine
H1 antagonistNon-sedating
Flumazenil
Benzodiazepine antagonist
Acts on GABAA receptor complex
5-Fluorouracil
Antineoplastic
AntimetaboliteThymidylate synthase inhibitor
Fluoxetine
Antidepressant
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
Flurazepam
Sedative/Hypnotic
Benzodiazepine Acts on GABAA receptor
complex
Fluorinated Quinolonesciprofloxacin, norfloxacin
AntibioticsDNA replication inhibitors
Inhibit bacterial DNA gyrase
Folic acid
Vitamin
Treatment for folicacid deficiency
Gefitinib
Antineoplastic
MiscellaneousTyrosine kinase inhibitor
Gemcitabine
Antineoplastic
Antimetabolite
Gemtuzumab
Antineoplastic
Anti-CD33 antibody
Gentamicin
Aminoglycoside antibioticBactericidal protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosome Freezes initiation
Ginko biloba
Dietary supplement
Treatment of Alzheimer symptoms
Glutethimide
Sedative/Hypnotic
Haloperidol
Antipsychotic
Halothane
General anaesthetic
Inhaled anaesthetic
Heparin
Anticoagulant
ATIII activator
Heroin
Drug of abuse
Opioid
Hirudin
Anticoagulant
Direct thrombin inhibitor(DTI)
Histamine
Inflammatory mediator
Stored in mast cells and basophils
Hydrocortisone
AdrenocorticosteroidGlucocorticoid
Anti-inflammatory steroid
4-Hydroxycoumarin
Oral anticoagulant
Vitamin K synthesis inhibitor
Hydroxyurea
Antineoplastic
MiscellaneousRibonucleotide reductase
inhibitor
Hydroxyzine
Classical antihistamine
H1 antagonist
Ibritumomab
Antineoplastic
Anti-CD20 antibody
Ibuprofen
NSAIDAnalgesic, Anti-inflammatory
Antipyretic
Reversible cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Imatinib
Antineoplastic
MiscellaneousTyrosine kinase inhibitor
Imipenem/Cilastatin
New lactam antibiotic
Cilastatin inhibits akidney dipeptidase that inactivates imipenem
Imipramine
Indirect sympathomimeticTricyclic antidepressant (TCA)
Antimicturant
Indomethacin
NSAIDAnalgesic, Anti-inflammatory,
Antipyretic
Cyclooxygenase inhibitorTocolytic
Uterine relaxant
Infliximab
TNF inhibitor
Anti-TNF monoclonal antibodyTreatment of IBD
Interferon alpha
Antiviral for hepatitisAntineoplastic
Cytokine
Anti-angiogenesis
Interleukin 2
Cytokine Antineoplastic
Interleukin 11
Cytokine Antineoplastic (supporting
agent)
Interleukin 12
Cytokine Antineoplastic (supporting
agent)
Irinotecan
Antineoplastic
Natural product
Isoflurane
General anaesthetic
Inhaled anaesthetic
Kallidin
Inflammatory mediator
Plasma, hypotension, pain
Kava kava
Dietary supplement
Stress relief andtreatment of insomnia
Ketamine
General anaestheticDrug of abuse
Sedative
Ketoprofen
NSAIDAnalgesic, Anti-inflammatory,
Antipyretic
Cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Lepirudin
Anticoagulant
Direct thrombin inhibitor (DTI)
Levodopa
Antiparkinson
Dopamine precursor
Leucovorin
Antineoplastic (supporting agent)
Folic acid analogue(used in methotrexate rescue)
Leukotriene B4 (LTB4)
Inflammatory mediator
Lipoxygenase productof arachidonate metabolism
Chemotactic
Leukotrienes C4, D4, E4
(LTC4, LTD4, LTE4)
Inflammatory mediators
Cysteinyl leukotrienesPeptidyl leukotrienes
SRS-ALipoxygenase products ofarachidonate metabolism
Lidocaine
Class I antiarrhythmicLocal anaesthetic
Na+ channel blocker(activated and inactivated channels)
Linezolid
Oxazolidinone antibioticProtein synthesis inhibitor
50S ribosomal subunit
Lithium
Antidepressant
Used to treatmanic/depressive disorder
Lomustine (CCNU)
Antineoplastic
Alkylating AgentNitrosourea
Loperamide
Antidiarrheal
Opiate
Loratidine
Antihistamine
H1 antagonistNon-sedating
Lorazepam
AnxiolyticAnticonvulsant
BenzodiazepineActs on GABAA receptor complex
Lysergic acid diethylamide
(LSD)
Drug of abuse
Hallucinogen
Macrolideserythromycin, azithromycin, clarithromycin
AntibioticsBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitors
50S ribosome
Marijuana
Drug of abuse
Cannabinoid
Mechlorethamine
Antineoplastic
Alkylating AgentNitrogen mustard
Meclofenamate
NSAIDAnalgesic, Anti-inflammatory,
Antipyretic
Cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Melphalan
Antineoplastic
Alkylating AgentNitrogen mustard
Meperidine
Opioid analgesic
receptor agonist
Mepivacaine
Local anaesthetic
Meprobamate
Sedative/hypnoticAnxiolytic
6-Mercaptopurine
Antineoplastic
Antimetabolite(“pseudofeedback inhibition” of
HGPRT and PRP – purine synthesis)
Mesna
Antineoplastic (supporting agent)
Prevent hemorrhagic cystitisdue to cyclophosphamide
Methicillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Pencillinase resistant penicillin Inhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Methotrexate
ImmunosuppressiveAntineoplastic
Folic acid antagonistDihydrofolate reductase
inhibitor
Methylprednisolone
AdrenocorticosteroidGlucocorticoid
Anti-inflammatory steroidNot by inhalation
Metronidazole
AntibioticAntiparasitic
Antiulcer
AnaerobesReduction leads to intermediates
that damage DNA
Minocycline
Tetracycline antibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosomePrevents aminoacyl tRNA attachment
Mitomycin C
Antineoplastic
Natural productAntibiotic
Metamphetamine
Drug of abuse
Stimulant
Methadone
Opioid
receptor agonist
Montelukast
Leukotriene inhibitor
LTR1 and LTD4 antagonistAsthma treatment
Morphine
OpioidAnalgesic
receptor agonist
Muromonab-CD3
Immunosuppressive
Mouse monoclonal anti-CD3 antibody
Organ transplant (anti-rejection)
Mycophenolate
Immunosuppressive
Inhibits inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase activity
Nalbuphine
Opioid antagonist
receptor antagonist
Nalmefene
Opioid antagonist
Nalorphine
Opioid antagonist
Naloxone
Opioid antagonist
Naltrexone
Opioid antagonist
Naproxen
NSAIDAnalgesic, Anti-inflammatory,
Antipyretic
Cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Nafcillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Penicillinase resistant penicillinInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Neomycin
Aminoglycoside antibioticBactericidal protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosomeFreezes initiation
Topical
Neostigmine
Anticholinesterase
VasodilatorTreatment for myaesthenia gravisPromotes defecation and urination
Bronchoconstrictor
Netilmicin
Aminoglycoside antibioticBactericidal protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosomeFreezes initiation
Nicotine
CholinomimeticDrug of abuse
Nicotinic receptor agonist(skeletal muscle contraction)
StimulantSmoking cessation medication
Nitrous oxide
General anaesthetic
Inhaled anaesthetic
Non-steroidalAnti-inflammatory Drugs
(NSAIDs)
Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Antipyretic
Cyclooxygenase inhibitors
Norfloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibioticDNA replication inhibitor
Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase
Nortriptyline
Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)
Omalizumab
Anti-asthma
Anti-IgE antibody
Oxacillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Pencillinase resistant penicillinInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Oxazepam
Sedative/hypnoticAnxiolytic
BenzodiazepineActs on GABAA receptor complex
Oxybutinin
Anticholinergic
Muscarinic receptor antagonistPrevents urination
Oxycodone
Analgesic
Opioid agonist
Oxytetracycline
Tetracycline antibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosomePrevents aminoacyl tRNA attachment
Paclitaxel
Antineoplastic
Natural productPlant alkaloid (taxane)
Palivizumab
Antiviral
Monoclonal antibody againstthe surface of
respiratory syncytial virus
Para-aminosalicylic acid
AntibioticNucleic acid and
protein synthesis inhibitor
Inhibits dihydropteroate synthetaseSecondary TB drug
Paraldehyde
Sedative/Hypnotic
Penicillins
lactam antibioticsCell wall synthesis inhibitors
Inhibit cross-linking of peptidoglycan
Penicillin G
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Acid labileInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Penicillin V
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
More acid resistant than Penicillin G
Inhibits peptidoglycan cross-linking
Pentazocine
Opioid analgesic
receptor partial agonist or antagonist
Pentobarbital
Sedative/Hypnotic
Barbiturate
Pentostatin
Antineoplastic
MiscellaneousEnzyme inhibitor
(blocks purine synthesis)
Phencyclidine (PCP)
Drug of abuse
Hallucinogen
Phenobarbital
Sedative/HypnoticAnticonvulsant
Barbiturate
Phenytoin
AnticonvulsantClass I antiarrhythmic
Na+ channel blocker(inactivated channels)
Phytonadione
Vitamin K
Warfarin antagonist
Piperacillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Anti-pseudomonal penicillinInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Piroxicam
NSAIDAnalgesic, Anti-inflammatory,
Antipyretic
Cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Platelet Activating Factor (PAF)
Inflammatory mediator
LipidHypotensive
Polymyxin B
AntibioticDisrupts gram negative cell
membrane
Binds phosphatidylethanolamineBactericidal
Pramipexole
Antiparkinson
Dopamine agonist (non-ergot)
Prednisone
AdrenocorticosteroidGlucocorticoid Antineoplastic
Anti-inflammatoryNot by inhalation
Primidone
Anticonvulsant
Probenecid
Uricosuric
Adjunct in penicillin therapy
Procaine
Local anaesthetic
Procaine Penicillin G
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Repository preparationInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Procarbazine
Antineoplastic
MiscellaneousProbably acts as alkylating
agent
Promethazine
Classical antihistamineAntipsychotic
Antiemetic
H1 antagonist
Propofol
General anaesthetic
Intravenous anaesthetic
Prostaglandin D2 (PGD2)
Bronchoconstrictor
Cyclooxygenase product of arachidonate metabolism
Prostaglandin E2 (PGE2)Dinoprostone (Dinoprost)
Oxytocic prostaglandinInflammatory mediator
Cyclooxygenase product of arachidonate metabolism
Uterine stimulantCervical ripener
Prostaglandin F2 (PGF2)
Inflammatory mediator
Cyclooxygenase product of arachidonate metabolism
Prostaglandin I2 (PGI2)
Inflammatory mediator
Inhibits platelet aggregation
Cyclooxygenase product of arachidonate metabolism
Prostacyclin
Protamine Sulfate
Heparin antagonist
Quinopristin/Dalfopristin
Streptogramin antibioticProtein synthesis inhibitor
50S ribosomal subunit
Resperidone
Antipsychotic
Rifampin
AntibioticNucleic acid synthesis inhibitor
Inhibits DNA dependent RNA polymerase
Major drug for TB
Rituxumab
Antineoplastic
Anti-CD20 antibody
Rofecoxib
NSAIDAnti-inflammatory
Cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) inhibitor
Ropinirole
Antiparkinson
Dopamine agonist (non-ergot)
Sargramostim(GM-CSF)
Colony stimulating factor
WBC (granulocyte and macrophage)
stimulant
Sertraline
Antidepressant
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
Sildenafil
Vasodilator
Promotes erection
Silver sulfadiazine
Sulfonamide antibioticMicrobial nucleic acid
and protein synthesis inhibitor
Inhibits dihydropteroate synthetase
Topical
Sirolimus
Immunosuppressive
Binds FKBP, inhibits mTOR (mammalian kinase target of
rapamycin) & cell cycle progression
Rapamycin
Spectinomycin
AntibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosome
St. John’s Wort
Dietary supplement
Antidepressant
Streptokinase
Thrombolytic
Streptomycin
Aminoglycoside antibioticBactericidal protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosomeFreezes initiation
Sufentanil
OpioidGeneral anaesthetic
Intravenous anaesthetic
Sulfacetamide
Sulfonamide antibioticMicrobial nucleic acid
and protein synthesis inhibitor
Inhibits dihydropteroate synthetaseTopical
Sulfadoxine
Sulfonamide antibioticMicrobial nucleic acid
and protein synthesis inhibitor
Dihydropteroate synthetase inhibitor
Sulfamethoxazole
Sulfonamide antibioticMicrobial nucleic acid
and protein synthesis inhibitor
Inhibits dihydropteroate synthetase
Sulfisoxazole
Sulfonamide antibioticNucleic acid and
protein synthesis inhibitor
Inhibits dihydropteroate synthetase
Sulfonamides
AntibioticsNucleic acid and
protein synthesis inhibitors
Inhibit dihydropteroate synthetase
Sulindac
NSAIDAnalgesic, Anti-inflammatory,
Antipyretic
Cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Tacrolimus
ImmunosuppressiveAntineoplastic
Binds FKBP (FK506 binding protein)
Inhibits calcineurin
Temazepam
Sedative/Hypnotic
BenzodiazepineActs on GABAA receptor complex
Tetracaine
Local anaesthetic
Tetracycline
AntibioticBacteriostatic protein synthesis
inhibitor Antiulcer
30S ribosomePrevents aminoacyl tRNA attachment
Thalidomide
AntineoplasticLeprosy treatment
Anti-angiogenicAnti-TNF
6-Thioguanine
Antineoplastic
Antimetabolite (“pseudofeedback inhibition” of
HGPRT and PRP – purine synthesis)
Thiopental
General anaesthetic
Ultra-short-acting barbiturate
Thioridazine
Antipsychotic
Phenothiazine
Thiotepa
Antineoplastic
Alkylating agent
Thiothixene
Antipsychotic
Thromboxane A2 (TXA2)
Autacoid
Promotes platelet aggregation Cyclooxygenase product of arachidonate metabolism
Ticlopidine
Antiplatelet
ADP receptor antagonist
Ticarcillin
Penicillin antibioticCell wall synthesis inhibitor
Anti-pseudomonal penicillinInhibits peptidoglycan cross-
linking
Tissue plasminogen activators
Thrombolytics
alteplase, reteplase, tenecteplase
Tobramycin
Aminoglycoside antibioticBactericidal protein synthesis
inhibitor
30S ribosomeFreezes initiation
Tolterodine
Anticholinergic
Muscarinic receptor antagonistPrevents urination
Tositumomab
Antineoplastic
Anti-CD20 antibody
Tranylcypromine
Antidepressant
Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO-I)
Trastuzumab
Antineoplastic
Anti-HER2 antibody
Triazolam
Sedative/Hypnotic
BenzodiazepineActs on GABAA receptor complex
Trifluoperazine
Antipsychotic
Phenothiazine
Trihexyphenidyl
Antiparkinson
Antimuscarinic
Trimethoprim
AntibioticProtein and nucleic acid
synthesis inhibitor
Folic acid antagonistInhibits bacterial dihydrofolate
reductase
Tripelennamine
Classical antihistamine
H1 antagonist
Tumor necrosis factor
CytokineAntineoplastic
Urokinase
Thrombolytic
Valproic acid
Anticonvulsant
Vancomycin
AntibioticInhibits cell wall synthesis
Not a lactam
Vigabatrin
Anticonvulsant
Irreversible GABA aminotransferase inhibitor
Vinblastine
Antineoplastic
Vinca alkaloidNatural product
Vincristine
Antineoplastic
Vinca alkaloidNatural product
Warfarin
Anticoagulant
Vitamin K synthesis inhibitor
Zafirlukast
Leukotriene inhibitor
LTR1 and LTD4 antagonistAsthma treatment
Zileuton
Leukotriene inhibitor
5-lipoxygenase inhibitorUsed in asthma
Zolpidem
Sedative/Hypnotic
Non-benzodiazepine
