Copanlisib – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

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Copanlisib is an intravenously administered phosphatidylinositol-3 kinase inhibitor that is used to treat relapsed and refractory follicular lymphoma. Copanlisib is associated with a high rate of minor serum enzyme elevations during therapy and has been reported to cause clinically apparent acute liver injury that can...

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Copanlisib is an intravenously administered phosphatidylinositol-3 kinase inhibitor that is used to treat relapsed and refractory follicular lymphoma. Copanlisib is associated with a high rate of minor serum enzyme elevations during therapy and has been reported to cause clinically apparent acute liver injury that can be severe and even fatal. Copanlisib is a phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) inhibitor with potential antineoplastic activity. Copanlisib inhibits the activation...

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  • This article explains Indications in simple medical language.
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  • This article explains Dosage in simple medical language.
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Copanlisib is an intravenously administered phosphatidylinositol-3 kinase inhibitor that is used to treat relapsed and refractory follicular lymphoma. Copanlisib is associated with a high rate of minor serum enzyme elevations during therapy and has been reported to cause clinically apparent acute liver injury that can be severe and even fatal.

Copanlisib is a phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) inhibitor with potential antineoplastic activity. Copanlisib inhibits the activation of the PI3K signaling pathway, which may result in the inhibition of tumor cell growth and survival in susceptible tumor cell populations. Activation of the PI3K signaling pathway is frequently associated with tumorigenesis and dysregulated PI3K signaling may contribute to tumor resistance to a variety of antineoplastic agents.

Copanlisib Hydrochloride is the dihydrochloride salt form of copanlisib, a phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) inhibitor with potential antineoplastic activity. Copanlisib inhibits the activation of the PI3K signaling pathway, which may result in the inhibition of tumor cell growth and survival in susceptible tumor cell populations. Activation of the PI3K signaling pathway is frequently associated with tumorigenesis and dysregulated PI3K signaling may contribute to tumor resistance to a variety of antineoplastic agents.

Copanlisib is an imidazoquinazoline that is 2,3-dihydroimidazo[1,2-c]quinazoline substituted by (2-aminopyrimidine-5-carbonyl)amino, methoxy, and 3-(morpholine-4-yl)propoxy groups at positions 5, 7 and 8, respectively. It is an intravenous pan-class I PI3K inhibitor used for the treatment of relapsed follicular lymphoma in patients who have received at least 2 prior systemic therapies. It has a role as an EC 2.7.1.137 (phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase) inhibitor, an antineoplastic agent, and an apoptosis inducer. It is a member of morpholines, an aromatic ether, a diether, a tertiary amine compound, a secondary carboxamide, a pyrimidinecarboxamide, an aminopyrimidine, and an imidazoquinazoline.

Mechanism of Action

Follicular lymphoma is a B-cell lymphoma that is one of the most common types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). It involves unregulated growth and proliferation of lymphocytes that eventually may travel to other organs including the lymph nodes, spleen, and bone marrow, to form tumors. The phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)-the mediated pathway is involved in promoting cell survival proliferation and differentiation however aberrant activation of this pathway may lead to tumorigenesis. Copanlisib mediates an inhibitory action on p110α and p110δ isoforms of phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase (PI3K) expressed in malignant B cells. It induces tumor cell death via apoptosis and inhibits the proliferation of primary malignant B cell lines. Copanlisib inhibits several key cell-signaling pathways, including B-cell receptor (BCR) signaling, CXCR12-mediated chemotaxis of malignant B cells, and NFκB signaling in lymphoma cell lines.

Copanlisib has demonstrated potent anti-tumor and pro-apoptotic activity in various tumor cell lines and xenograft models. In clinical trials, 59 percent of patients receiving copanlisib achieved complete or partial shrinkage of their tumors after a median of 12.2 months. Higher systemic levels of copanlisib are associated with elevated plasma glucose levels.

Indications

  • Indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed follicular lymphoma (FL) who have received at least two prior systemic therapies.
  • Treatment of all conditions included in the category of malignant neoplasms (except hematopoietic and lymphoid tissue), Treatment of mature B-cell neoplasms
  • Relapsed Follicular Lymphoma

Contraindications

The following conditions are contraindicated with this drug. Check with your physician if you have any of the following:

  • a bad infection
  • decreased blood platelets
  • low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils
  • high blood pressure
  • x-ray results showing lung tissue changes
  • high blood sugar
  • pregnancy
  • a patient who is producing milk and breastfeeding

Dosage

Strengths: 60 mg

Follicular Lymphoma

  • 60 mg via 1-hour IV infusion on Days 1, 8, and 15 of a 28-day treatment cycle on an intermittent schedule (3 weeks on and 1 week off).
  • Duration of Therapy: Until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity

Dose Adjustments

CONCOMITANT USE WITH STRONG CYP450 3A INDUCERS: Not recommended.

CONCOMITANT USE WITH STRONG CYP450 3A INHIBITORS: Reduce dose to 45 mg.

TOXICITY MANAGEMENT:
INFECTIONS:

  • Grade 3 or Higher: Withhold this drug until resolution.
  • Suspected Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia (PJP) Infection of Any Grade: Withhold this drug; if PJP confirmed, treat infection until resolution then resume this drug at previous dose with concomitant PJP prophylaxis.

HYPERGLYCEMIA:

  • Pre-Dose Fasting Blood Glucose 160 mg/dL or More OR Random/Non-Fasting Blood Glucose of 200 mg/dL or More: Withhold this drug until fasting glucose is 160 mg/dL or less or a random/non-fasting blood glucose of 200 mg/dL or less.
  • Pre-Dose OR Post-Dose Blood Glucose 500 mg/dL or More: Withhold this drug until fasting glucose is 160 mg/dL or less or a random/non-fasting blood glucose of 200 mg/dL or less; then reduce dose:
  • First Occurrence: Reduce dose from 60 mg to 45 mg and maintain.
  • Second Occurrence: Reduce dose from 45 mg to 30 mg and maintain.
  • If Hyperglycemia Persistent at 30 mg: Discontinue this drug.

HYPERTENSION:

  • Pre-Dose Blood Pressure (BP) 150/90 or Greater: Withhold this drug until BP is less than 150/90 based on 2 consecutive BP measurements at least 15 minutes apart.
  • Post-Dose BP 150/90 or Greater (Non-Life-Threatening):
  • Anti-Hypertensive Treatment Not Required: Continue this drug at previous dose.
  • Anti-Hypertensive Treatment Is Required: Consider dose reduction from 60 mg to 45 mg OR from 45 mg to 30 mg.
  • If BP Remains Uncontrolled (Greater than 150/90) Despite Anti-Hypertensive Treatment OR Post-Dose Elevated BP with Life-Threatening Consequences: Discontinue this drug.

NON-INFECTIOUS PNEUMONITIS (NIP):

  • Grade 2: Withhold this drug and treat NIP; resume this drug at 45 mg if NIP recovers to Grade 0 or 1.
  • Grade 2 Recurrence OR Grade 3 or Higher: Discontinue this drug.

bacterial infection. সহজ বাংলা: ব্যাকটেরিয়ার বিরুদ্ধে লড়াই করা শ্বেত রক্তকণিকা।" data-rx-term="neutrophil" data-rx-definition="Neutrophil is a white blood cell important for fighting bacterial infection. সহজ বাংলা: ব্যাকটেরিয়ার বিরুদ্ধে লড়াই করা শ্বেত রক্তকণিকা।">neutrophil count, which may increase infection risk. সহজ বাংলা: নিউট্রোফিল কম থাকা, সংক্রমণের ঝুঁকি বাড়তে পারে।" data-rx-term="neutropenia" data-rx-definition="Neutropenia means low neutrophil count, which may increase infection risk. সহজ বাংলা: নিউট্রোফিল কম থাকা, সংক্রমণের ঝুঁকি বাড়তে পারে।">NEUTROPENIA:

  • Absolute bacterial infection. সহজ বাংলা: ব্যাকটেরিয়ার বিরুদ্ধে লড়াই করা শ্বেত রক্তকণিকা।" data-rx-term="neutrophil" data-rx-definition="Neutrophil is a white blood cell important for fighting bacterial infection. সহজ বাংলা: ব্যাকটেরিয়ার বিরুদ্ধে লড়াই করা শ্বেত রক্তকণিকা।">Neutrophil Count (ANC) 0.5 to 1 x 10(3) cells/mm3: Maintain dose, and monitor ANC at least weekly.
  • ANC Less Than 0.5 x 10(3) cells/mm3: Withhold this drug. Monitor ANC at least weekly until ANC 0.5 x 10(3) cells/mm3 or greater, then resume at previous dose.
  • Recurrence of ANC 0.5 x 10(3) cells/mm3 or Less: Reduce dose to 45 mg.

SEVERE CUTANEOUS REACTIONS:

  • Grade 3: Withhold this drug until toxicity is resolved, and reduce dose from 60 mg to 45 mg OR from 45 mg to 30 mg.
  • Life-Threatening: Discontinue this drug.

platelet count, which can increase bleeding risk. সহজ বাংলা: প্লাটিলেট কম।" data-rx-term="thrombocytopenia" data-rx-definition="Thrombocytopenia means low platelet count, which can increase bleeding risk. সহজ বাংলা: প্লাটিলেট কম।">THROMBOCYTOPENIA:

  • Less Than 25 x 10(9)/L: Withhold this drug; resume when platelet levels return to 75 x 10(9)/L or greater.
  • If Recovery Occurs Within 21 Days: Reduce dose from 60 mg to 45 mg OR from 45 mg to 30 mg.
  • If Recovery Does Not Occur Within 21 Days: Discontinue this drug.

OTHER SEVERE AND NON-LIFE-THREATENING TOXICITIES:

  • Grade 3: Withhold this drug until toxicity is resolved, and reduce dose from 60 mg to 45 mg OR from 45 mg to 30 mg.
  • Ensure a minimum of 7 days between any 2 consecutive infusions.

Side Effects

The Most Common

  • diarrhea
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • mouth sores, ulcers, or pain
  • burning, prickling, tingling, or numb feeling on the skin
  • pain upon touch
  • swelling of nose, throat, or mouth
  • lack of strength or energy
  • unusual bleeding or bruising
  • new or worsening cough, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing
  • rash; or red, itching, peeling or swelling skin
  • fever, sore throat, chills, or other signs of infection
  • feeling very hungry or thirsty, pain in the head or upper neck. সহজ বাংলা: মাথাব্যথা।" data-rx-term="headache" data-rx-definition="Headache means pain in the head or upper neck. সহজ বাংলা: মাথাব্যথা।">headache, or frequent urination

More Common

  • a new or worsening cough, chest pain, or trouble breathing;
  • severe skin redness, itching, or swelling;
  • easy bruising, unusual bleeding;
  • signs of infection–fever, chills, cold or flu symptoms, mouth sores, skin sores;
  • high blood sugar–increased thirst, increased urination, hunger, headache, blurred vision, fruity breath odor; or
  • increased blood pressure–severe headache, pounding in your neck or ears, dizziness, or feeling like you might pass out.
  • infections, bruising, or bleeding;
  • feeling weak or tired;
  • nausea, diarrhea; or
  • trouble breathing.

Rare

  • Black, tarry stools
  • bleeding gums
  • blood in the urine or stools
  • blurred vision
  • chest pain
  • chills
  • cough
  • cracks in the skin
  • dizziness
  • dry mouth
  • fatigue
  • flushed, dry skin
  • fruit-like breath odor
  • headache
  • increased hunger
  • increased thirst
  • increased urination
  • loss of heat from the body
  • lower back or side pain
  • nausea
  • nervousness
  • painful or difficult urination
  • pale skin
  • pinpoint red spots on the skin
  • pounding in the ears
  • red, swollen skin
  • scaly skin
  • slow or fast heartbeat
  • sneezing
  • sore throat
  • sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
  • stomach pain
  • sweating
  • swollen glands
  • tightness in the chest
  • troubled breathing
  • unexplained weight loss
  • unusual bleeding or bruising
  • unusual tiredness or weakness

Drug Interaction

Drug-Food Interactions

  • Avoid grapefruit products. Grapefruit inhibits CYP3A metabolism, which may increase the serum concentration of copanlisib.
  • Avoid St. John’s Wort. This herb induces the CYP3A metabolism of copanlisib and may reduce its serum concentration.

Pregnancy and Lactation

US FDA pregnancy category Not Assigned

Pregnancy

The US FDA has amended the pregnancy labeling rule for prescription drug products to require labeling that includes a summary of risk, a discussion of the data supporting that summary, and relevant information to help healthcare providers make prescribing decisions and counsel women about the use of drugs during pregnancy. Pregnancy categories A, B, C, D, and X are being phased out. Safety has not been established during pregnancy; based on animal studies and its mechanism of action, this drug can cause fetal harm and is expected to cause adverse fertility effects.

Lactation

No information is available on the clinical use of copanlisib during breastfeeding. Because copanlisib’s half-life is about 39 hours, it might accumulate in the infant. The manufacturer recommends that breastfeeding be discontinued during copanlisib therapy and for 1 month after the last dose.

What special precautions should I follow?

Before receiving copanlisib injection,

  • tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to copanlisib, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in copanlisib injection. Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients.
  • tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: boceprevir (Victrelis); carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Equetro, Tegretol, others), clarithromycin (Biaxin, in Prevpac), cobicistat (Tybost, in Evotaz, Genvoya, Prezcobix, Stribild), conivaptan (Vaprisol), diltiazem (Cardizem, Cartia XT, Diltzac, others), efavirenz (Sustiva), enzalutamide (Xtandi), idelalisib (Zydelig), indinavir (Crixivan) with ritonavir; itraconazole (Sporonox, Onmel), and ketoconazole, lopinavir with ritonavir (in Kaletra); mitotane (Lysodren), nefazodone, nelfinavir (Viracept), nevirapine (Viramune), paritaprevir, ritonavir, ombitasvir, and/or dasabuvir (Viekira Pak); phenobarbital, phenytoin (Dilantin, Phenytek), posaconazole (Noxafil), rifabutin (Mycobutin), rifampin (Rifadine, in Rifamate, Rifater), ritonavir (Norvir, in Kaletra, Technivie, Viekira Pak), saquinavir (Invirase), and tipranavir (Aptivus) with ritonavir; and voriconazole (Vfend). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects. Many other medications may also interact with copanlisib injection, so be sure to tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking, even those that do not appear on this list.
  • tell your doctor what herbal products you are taking, especially St. John’s wort.
  • tell your doctor if you have an infection or if you have or have ever had high blood sugar, diabetes, lung or breathing problems, high blood pressure, or liver disease.
  • tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or plan to father a child. You should not become pregnant while you are receiving copanlisib injection. You will need to have a negative pregnancy test before you begin receiving this medication. Use effective birth control during your treatment with copanlisib injection and for 1 month after your final dose. If you are a male and your partner can become pregnant, you should use effective birth control during your treatment and for 1 month after your final dose. If you or your partner become pregnant while receiving copanlisib, call your doctor.
  • tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. You should not breastfeed while you are receiving copanlisib injection, and for 1 month after your final dose.
  • you should know that this medication may decrease fertility in men and women. Talk to your doctor about the risks of receiving copanlisib injection.

Warning

Infection

Serious infection has occurred in patients receiving copanlisib therapy; some cases were fatal. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of infection; hold therapy for grade 3 or higher infection. Serious pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PJP) has occurred with copanlisib use; consider PJP prophylaxis in at-risk patients before initiating therapy. Hold therapy if PJP is suspected. If PJP diagnosis is confirmed, treat the infection until resolution and then resume copanlisib at the previous dose and give PJP prophylaxis for the duration of therapy.

Diabetes mellitus, hyperglycemia

Severe hyperglycemia, elevated HbA1c, and infusion-related hyperglycemia have occurred with copanlisib therapy; additionally, serious hyperglycemic events have been reported. Monitor blood glucose levels before and after the copanlisib infusion. Therapy interruption, dose reduction, or therapy discontinuation may be necessary in patients who develop hyperglycemia. Blood glucose levels typically peak at 5 to 8 hours post infusion and then decline to baseline levels in most patients. Use copanlisib with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus. Initiate copanlisib therapy only after these patients have achieved optimal blood glucose control; monitor blood glucose levels in these patients closely.

Hypertension

Severe hypertension and infusion-related hypertension have occurred with copanlisib therapy; use copanlisib with caution in patients with pre-existing hypertension. Monitor blood pressure before and after the copanlisib infusion; optimal blood pressure control should be achieved prior to each dose. Therapy interruption, dose reduction, or therapy discontinuation may be necessary in patients who develop hypertension. A mean increase in systolic (+16.8 mmHg) and diastolic (+7.8 mmHg) blood pressure was observed at 2 hours post infusion on day 1 of cycle 1 of copanlisib therapy; blood pressure typically remained elevated for 6 to 8 hours after the start of the infusion.

Pneumonitis, pulmonary disease

Non-infectious pneumonitis has occurred with copanlisib therapy; use copanlisib with caution in patients with pre-existing pulmonary disease. Hold therapy and evaluate patients who experience signs or symptoms of pneumonitis (e.g., cough, dyspnea, hypoxia, and interstitial infiltrates on X-ray exam). Therapy interruption, dose reduction, or therapy discontinuation may be necessary in patients who develop pneumonitis. The use of systemic corticosteroid may be beneficial in these patients.

Neutropenia, thrombocytopenia

Severe hematologic toxicity including neutropenia and thrombocytopenia has occurred with copanlisib therapy. Monitor complete blood counts at least weekly during treatment. Therapy interruption, dose reduction, or therapy discontinuation may be necessary in patients who develop severe neutropenia or thrombocytopenia.

Serious rash

Severe cutaneous reactions (e.g., serious rash) have occurred with copanlisib therapy. Therapy interruption, dose reduction, or therapy discontinuation may be necessary in patients who develop severe skin reactions.

Hepatic disease

Reduce the dose of copanlisib in patients with moderate hepatic disease/impairment (Child-Pugh class B). Copanlisib has not been studied in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class C). Evaluate liver function tests at baseline and as clinically appropriate during therapy.

Geriatric

Geriatric patients with follicular lymphoma or other hematologic malignancies had a higher incidence of serious adverse reactions compared with patients aged less than 65 years (30% vs. 23%) after treatment with single-agent copanlisib in a pooled analysis from clinical trials (n = 168). However, an initial dose adjustment is not necessary in patients 65 years or older.

Pregnancy

Copanlisib can cause fetal harm when administered during pregnancy, based on its mechanism of action and data from animal studies. Females of reproductive potential should avoid becoming pregnant while receiving copanlisib. Advise patients to notify their healthcare provider immediately if they become pregnant or if pregnancy is suspected during treatment. Embryo-fetal toxicities including embryo-fetal death and fetal abnormalities (e.g., domed head, malformed eyeballs or eyeholes, hydrocephalus internus, ventricular septal defects, major vessel malformations, dysplastic forelimb bones, malformed ribs and vertebrae, and pelvis shift) were observed when copanlisib was administered to pregnant rats during organogenesis at doses corresponding to approximately 12% the recommended dose in humans.

Contraception requirements, infertility, male-mediated teratogenicity, pregnancy testing, reproductive risk

Counsel patients about the reproductive risk and contraception requirements during copanlisib treatment. Pregnancy testing prior to starting therapy is recommended for females of reproductive potential. These patients should avoid pregnancy and use highly effective contraception during therapy and for 1 month after the last copanlisib dose. Due to the risk of male-mediated teratogenicity, men with female partners of reproductive potential should avoid fathering a child and use effective contraception during and for 1 month after copanlisib therapy. Adverse effects on male and female reproduction (e.g., infertility) are expected based on findings from animal studies.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether copanlisib or its metabolites are secreted in human milk or if it has effects on the breast-fed infant or on milk production. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants, women should discontinue breast-feeding during copanlisib therapy and for 1 month after the last dose.

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What to tell the doctor

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  • Which danger signs mean I should go to hospital quickly?
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  • How should I take medicines safely and what side effects should I watch for?
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  • Do not delay emergency care when danger signs are present.

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Safe first steps

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OTC medicine safety

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  • Avoid repeated painkiller use if you have kidney disease, stomach ulcer, uncontrolled blood pressure, or are taking blood thinners.

Avoid these mistakes

  • Do not start antibiotics without a proper medical decision.
  • Do not use steroid tablets or injections casually for quick relief.
  • Do not delay emergency care because of home remedies.

Get urgent help if

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Questions to ask
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  • Do I need antibiotics, or is this more likely viral?

Emergency warning signs such as chest pain, severe breathing difficulty, sudden weakness, confusion, severe dehydration, major injury, or loss of bladder/bowel control need urgent medical care. Do not wait for online information.

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Go to emergency care if you notice:
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Doctor / service to discuss: Qualified healthcare provider; specialist depends on symptoms and examination.
  1. Step 1

    Check danger signs first

    If danger signs are present, seek emergency care and do not wait for online information.

  2. Step 2

    Record the symptom story

    Write when symptoms started, severity, medicines already taken, allergies, pregnancy status, and test results.

  3. Step 3

    Visit a qualified clinician

    A doctor, nurse, or qualified healthcare provider can examine you and decide which tests or treatment are needed.

  4. Step 4

    Do only useful tests

    Do tests after clinical assessment. Avoid unnecessary tests, random antibiotics, or repeated medicines without diagnosis.

  5. Step 5

    Follow up and return early if worse

    If symptoms worsen, new warning signs appear, or treatment is not helping, return for review quickly.

Rural patient practical tips
  • Take a written symptom diary and all previous prescriptions/test reports.
  • Do not hide medicines already taken, even herbal or over-the-counter medicines.
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    Methamphetamine is a member of the class of amphetamines in which the amino group of (S)-amphetamine carries a methyl substituent. It has a role as a neurotoxin, a psychotropic drug,...

    June 5, 2025 • Drugs (A - Z)
  4. Vitamin D3 – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

    Cholecalciferol is a steroid? hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from dietary sources. The active form of cholecalciferol, 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol (calcitriol) plays an important role...

    March 10, 2025 • Drugs (A - Z)
  5. Imidazole – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

    Imidazole is an imidazole tautomer which has the migrating hydrogen at position 1. It is a conjugate base of an imidazolium cation. It is a conjugate acid of an imidazolide. It is...

    October 20, 2023 • Drugs (A - Z)
  6. Carbimazole

    Carbimazole is a member of the class of imidazoles that is methimazole in which the nitrogen-bearing hydrogen is converted into its methoxycarbonyl derivative. A prodrug for methimazole, carbimazole is...

    October 20, 2023 • Drugs (A - Z)
  7. Methylthiouracil – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

    A thiourea antithyroid agent that inhibits the synthesis of thyroid? hormone. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?. Methylthiouracil is an organosulfur compound that is used in...

    October 20, 2023 • Drugs (A - Z)
  8. Propylthiouracil – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

    Propylthiouracil is a Thyroid? Hormone Synthesis Inhibitor. The mechanism of action of propylthiouracil is as a Thyroid Hormone Synthesis Inhibitor. 6-propyl-2-thiouracil is a pyrimidine-thione consisting of uracil in which the...

    October 20, 2023 • Drugs (A - Z)
  9. Methimazole

    Methimazole ( Metirox 5 and 10 mg) is a member of the class of imidazoles that it imidazole-2-thione in which a methyl group replaces the hydrogen that is attached to...

    October 20, 2023 • Drugs (A - Z)
  10. Mirogabalin – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

    Mirogabalin has been used in trials studying the treatment of Post-herpetic Neuralgia, Pain? Associated With Fibromyalgia, and Diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain. Mirogabalin is a medication designed...

    August 12, 2023 • Drugs (A - Z)