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Cisapride is a gastroprokinetic agent, a drug that increases motility in the upper gastrointestinal tract. It acts directly as a serotonin 5-HT4 receptor agonist and indirectly as a parasympathomimetic. Stimulation of the serotonin receptors increases acetylcholine release in the enteric nervous system. It has been sold under the trade names Prepulsid (Janssen-Ortho) and Propulsid (in the United States). It was discovered by Janssen Pharmaceuticals in 1980. In many countries, it has been eit...

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Cisplatin is a chemotherapy medication used to treat a number of cancers.[2] These include testicular cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, breast cancer, bladder cancer, head and neck cancer, esophageal cancer, lung cancer, mesothelioma, brain tumors and neuroblastoma.[2] It is given by injection into a vein.[2] Common side effects include bone marrow suppression, hearing problems, kidney damage, and vomiting.[2][3&am...

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Cisatracurium besilate (INN; cisatracurium besylate (USAN); formerly recognized as 51W89;[1] trade name Nimbex) is a bisbenzyltetrahydroisoquinolinium that has effect as a neuromuscular-blocking drug non-depolarizing neuromuscular-blocking drugs, used adjunctively in anesthesia to facilitate endotracheal intubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation. It shows intermediate duration of action. Cisatracurium is one of the ten isome...

## What is Cispin? ## Cispin is a common misspelling for the antidepressant called Zispin SolTab. Active Ingredient: Mirtazapine Method of Administration: Orodispersible (e.g. Tablet is placed in the mouth where it rapidly disperses in saliva so that it can be easily swallowed). Indication: According to medlineplus.gov, Mirtazapine is a prescription antidepressant drug that works by increasing certain types of activity in the brain to maintain mental balance. Controversy: Studies indicate that it may take up to several weeks or longer for you to feel the full benefit of Mirtazapine. Hope this helps! ## In my experience, all treatments need to be tailored to each individual. It is almost useless to say "Try this, it worked for me!" When I was first diagnosed with depression, I wa...

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Cisplatin is a chemotherapy medication used to treat a number of cancers.[2] These include testicular cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, breast cancer, bladder cancer, head and neck cancer, esophageal cancer, lung cancer, mesothelioma, brain tumors and neuroblastoma.[2] It is given by injection into a vein.[2] Common side effects include bone marrow suppression, hearing problems, kidney damage, and vomiting.[2][3&am...

research work need for the referencess. ## this drug is used for cancer by inhibiting DNA synthesis, killing rapidly replicating malignant cells. This forum is not a good source for research references. Try your school's library. ## I am also averse to doing anyone else's homework.

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Cisapride

Cisapride is a gastroprokinetic agent, a drug that increases motility in the upper gastrointestinal tract. It acts directly as a serotonin 5-HT4 receptor agonist and indirectly as a parasympathomimetic. Stimulation of the serotonin receptors increases acetylcholine release in the enteric nervous system. It has been sold under the trade names Prepulsid (Janssen-Ortho) and Propulsid (in the United States). It was discovered by Janssen Pharmaceuticals in 1980. In many countries, it has been eit...

I would like to know more about the clinical use of Cintapride. ## Cisapride is a Benzamide derivative used as a Parasympathomimetic and Gastroprokinetic agent that acts as a Serotonin 5-ht4 receptor agonist. Clinical uses of this drug reportedly include: Increasing muscle tone in the esophageal sphincter in people with gastroesophageal reflux disease. It also increases gastric emptying in people with diabetic gastroparesis. It has also been used to treat bowel constipation. ## My wife is suffering from heavy breathing. Can Cintapride help? ## Heavy breathing may be due to a respiratory problem or a heart problem... What is her age and is she having trouble during exertion like heavy work or trouble breathing at rest?

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Irinotecan Liposome

Irinotecan, sold under the brand name Camptosar among others, is a medication used to treat colon cancer, and small cell lung cancer.[4] For colon cancer it is used either alone or with fluorouracil.[4] For small cell lung cancer it is used with cisplatin.[4] It is given intravenously.[4] Common side effects include diarrhea, vomiting, bone marrow suppression, hair loss, shortness of breath, and fever.[4] Other se...

my cousin 12yrs old s sufferin 4m dysgerminoma ovary wid metastasis all over d abdomen not extendin beyond diaphragm.v ver told dat dere ll b a complete cure bt dere a chances f recurrance n d later life.she s n chemoteraphy presently regimen consistin f cisplatin,bleomycin n atoposide wid d third cycle running.i would like 2 know abt d chances f recurrance n d age hsould v expect 4 recurrance n also wat care can i tak durin d post treatment period follow up so dat i can recognise d recurrance early ## The recurrence rate, for this type of germ cell tumor of the ovaries is usually between 15 to 25%. There is really no way for a layman to detect a recurrence, early, because it requires medical testing to do so. For instance, one of the signs would be Hypercalcemia, which is an elevated l...

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Irinotecan

Irinotecan, sold under the brand name Camptosar among others, is a medication used to treat colon cancer, and small cell lung cancer.[4] For colon cancer it is used either alone or with fluorouracil.[4] For small cell lung cancer it is used with cisplatin.[4] It is given intravenously.[4] Common side effects include diarrhea, vomiting, bone marrow suppression, hair loss, shortness of breath, and fever.[4] Other se...

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Irinotecan, sold under the brand name Camptosar among others, is a medication used to treat colon cancer, and small cell lung cancer.[4] For colon cancer it is used either alone or with fluorouracil.[4] For small cell lung cancer it is used with cisplatin.[4] It is given intravenously.[4] Common side effects include diarrhea, vomiting, bone marrow suppression, hair loss, shortness of breath, and fever.[4] Other se...

Alitretinoin

Alitretinoin, or 9-cis-retinoic acid, is a form of vitamin A. It is also used in medicine as an antineoplastic (anti-cancer) agent developed by Ligand Pharmaceuticals. It is a first generation retinoid. Ligand gained Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for alitretinoin in February 1999. Contents 1 Medical uses 1.1 Kaposi’s sarcoma 1.2 Chronic hand eczema 2 Adverse effects 2.1 Systemic use 2.2 Topical use 2.3 Contraindications 2.4 Interactions 2.5 Overdose 3 Mechanism of ...

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Alitretinoin, or 9-cis-retinoic acid, is a form of vitamin A. It is also used in medicine as an antineoplastic (anti-cancer) agent developed by Ligand Pharmaceuticals. It is a first generation retinoid. Ligand gained Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for alitretinoin in February 1999. Contents 1 Medical uses 1.1 Kaposi’s sarcoma 1.2 Chronic hand eczema 2 Adverse effects 2.1 Systemic use 2.2 Topical use 2.3 Contraindications 2.4 Interactions 2.5 Overdose 3 Mechanism of ...

I need to identify a capsule-shaped white pill with "C 15" on one side and blank on the other side.Unlike most capsule-shaped pills it has angular edges, and can even stand upright on its side. ## This is listed as containing 500mgs of Acetaminophen, a generic or store brand of Tylenol, it is manufactured by Cispharma Inc. Side effects may include: nausea, headache, dizziness and stomach irritation. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi I'm netty, I've been on pain meds for over 10 yrs..I have many different problems. Let's start from the top..shoulder has Cisis and spur, have gotten # of inj's. in it..i have a bad hip, almost bone on bone, (will need a new hip), I have 4 bad discs in my back, both my knees kill me, my (L) is worse.. I've had surgery on it twice, still have pain, plus kills me to be on my feet for more then 3-4 hours..if i do im in so much pain..i have arthritis and I have fiber (not sure how to spell the rest)...I've had an inj. in my back and knees, but still in pain....I'M REALLY PISSED OFF THAT THESES PEOPLE CAN SIT AROUND A TABLE AND TALK ABOUT HOW THE STREETS AND PEOPLE AND KIDS ARE GETTING TO MUCH PAIN MEDS. OK I UNDERSTAND PEOPLE AND KIDS ARE DYING..YES SOMETHING ...

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Altretamine

Altretamine (trade name Hexalen), also called hexamethylmelamine, is an antineoplastic agent. It was approved by the U.S. FDA in 1990. Contents 1 Uses 2 Mechanism 3 Side effects 4 Interactions 5 See also 6 References Uses It is indicated for use as a single agent in the palliative treatment of patients with persistent or recurrent ovarian cancer following first-line therapy with cisplatin and/or alkylating agent-based combination.[1] It is not considered a first-line tr...

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Altretamine (trade name Hexalen), also called hexamethylmelamine, is an antineoplastic agent. It was approved by the U.S. FDA in 1990. Contents 1 Uses 2 Mechanism 3 Side effects 4 Interactions 5 See also 6 References Uses It is indicated for use as a single agent in the palliative treatment of patients with persistent or recurrent ovarian cancer following first-line therapy with cisplatin and/or alkylating agent-based combination.[1] It is not considered a first-line tr...

Necitumumab

Necitumumab (INN) is a recombinant human IgG1 monoclonal antibody used as an antineoplastic, which is manufactured by Eli Lilly. It binds to the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR).[1] The US FDA approved necitumumab under the brand name Portrazza for use with gemcitabine and cisplatin in previously untreated metastatic squamous non-small-cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC).[2][3][4] It was counterproductive in non-squamous non-sma...

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Necitumumab (INN) is a recombinant human IgG1 monoclonal antibody used as an antineoplastic, which is manufactured by Eli Lilly. It binds to the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR).[1] The US FDA approved necitumumab under the brand name Portrazza for use with gemcitabine and cisplatin in previously untreated metastatic squamous non-small-cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC).[2][3][4] It was counterproductive in non-squamous non-sma...