Entyvio vs Remicade compares the two drugs that target the tumor necrosis factor pathway. Entyvio is the brand name of Vedolizumab and is indicated primarily for the treatment of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Remicade is infliximab indicated for autoimmune rheumatic conditions. Remicade is a chimeric monoclonal IgG1 antibody that inhibits TNF-α, which is the … Read more
Sertraline (Zoloft) is a drug from the SSRIs group. It is commonly used to treat depression, anxiety, and OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). Like most other SSRIs, sertraline causes some degree of erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction and being unable to reach a climax may be associated with psychological problems. Patients may develop depression or have a … Read more
Meloxicam is a strong pain-relieving medicine that is available by the brand name of Xobix and Mobic. It is classified as selective Cox-2 inhibitor NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) that is used for pain relief, tenderness, swelling, and stiffness in various conditions. Meloxicam, a powerful pain-relieving medicine. It must be prescribed only by a doctor. You can … Read more
Orencia vs Enbrel is a comparison of the two TNF inhibitors, Abatacept and Etanercept. Both drugs are being used to treat autoimmune rheumatic conditions, primarily Rheumatoid arthritis. Orencia and Enbrel both are indicated in chronic inflammatory conditions. Orencia (Abatacept) is a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARDs) use for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and active juvenile … Read more
Zoloft side effects, like most other SSRIs, can be one of the reasons of its discontinuation. If taken correctly as advised by the physician and especially, when initiated in low doses, side effects of Zoloft can be easily tolerated. Zoloft is the brand name of Sertraline, a prescription medication, that is used to treat anxiety … Read more
Gabapentin is available by the brand name of Neurontin. It inhibits the excitatory neuronal transmission in the brain. It is used to calm down the brain. Thus, it is useful in the treatment of the following conditions: Pain resulting from damaged or hypersensitive neurons as occurs in patients with diabetes and shingles. Seizures, simple partial … Read more
Skyrizi vs Tremfya (Risankizumab Vs Guselkumab) is a comparison of the two monoclonal antibodies which selectively target and block Interleukin-23. IL-23 is an inflammatory cytokine that activates CD4 + T-helper (Th17) cell pathway to activate the inflammation cascade that is responsible for psoriatic plaque formation. Both of these drugs are indicated in the treatment of … Read more
Plerixafor is a class of drugs called hematopoietic stem cell mobilizer. When combined with filgrastim, a colony stimulating factor, it mobilizes CD-34 positive cells that have repopulating capabilities. Indications of Plerixafor: It is a used to mobilize hematopoietic cells (HSCs) which are then used for collection and subsequent autologous transfer (in combination with filgrastim), in … Read more
Serotonin Modulators are a class of medicines that are different from SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), SNRIs (selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors), MAO inhibitors (monoamine oxidase inhibitors), TCAs (Tricyclic antidepressants), and atypical antidepressants. The four drugs included in the serotonin modulators are: Nefazodone (Serzone) Trazodone (Oleptro) Vilazodone (Viibryd) Vortioxetine (Brintellix) The serotonin modulators are distinct from … Read more
Simponi vs Cimzia is a comparison of the two novel TNF-inhibitors. Both the drugs can be administered as slow intravenous infusions or subcutaneous injections. This article explains the comparative pharmacokinetics, mechanism of action, and efficacies of two TNF inhibitors Simponi (golimumab) and Cimzia (certolizumab) in various conditions. Both of these drugs are indicated in chronic … Read more