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"caine" suffix= |
local anesthetic i.e. lidoCAINE |
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"coxib" suffix = |
cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 inhibitors ie celeCOXIB COX-2 plays a major role in prostaglandin biosynthesis in inflammatory cells and in the CNS. Prostaglandin synthesis is a key factor in the development of inflammation and hyperalgesia. COX-2 inhibitors have analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity by blocking the transformation of arachidonic acid into prostaglandin H2 selectively. |
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"dipine" suffix = |
CCB ie nifeDIPINE disrupt the movement of calcium (Ca2+) through calcium channels. Calcium channel blockers are used as antihypertensive drugs. CCBs are particularly effective against large vessel stiffness, one of the common causes of elevated systolic blood pressure |
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"dronate" suffix = |
biphosphonate ie alenDRONATE prevent the loss of bone mass, used to treat osteoporosis |
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"fungin" suffix = |
gluten synthesis inhibitor, antifungal ie caspoFUNGIN |
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"gliptin" suffix = |
dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor drug for type 2 diabetes ie. sitaGLIPTIN |
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"pril" suffix = |
angiotension-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors ie CaptoPRIL |
