Zafirlukast is a synthetic, selective peptide leukotriene receptor antagonist (LTRA), with the chemical name 4-(5-cyclopentyloxy-carbonylamino-1-methyl-indol-3-ylmethyl)-3-methoxy-N-o-tolylsulfonylbenzamide. The molecular weight of zafirlukast is 575.7 and the structural formula is: The empirical formula is: CHNOS Zafirlukast, a fine white to pale yellow amorphous… Continue Reading →
K-TAB (potassium chloride extended-release tablets) is a solid oral dosage form of potassium chloride containing 750 mg of potassium chloride, USP, equivalent to 10 mEq of potassium in a film-coated (not enteric-coated), wax matrix tablet. This formulation is intended to… Continue Reading →
Terazosin hydrochloride, an alpha-1-selective adrenoceptor blocking agent, is a quinazoline derivative represented by the following structural formula, molecular formula and chemical name: Piperazine, 1-(4-amino-6,7-dimethoxy-2-quinazolinyl)-4-[(tetra-hydro-2-furanyl)carbonyl]-, monohydrochloride, anhydrous. Terazosin hydrochloride is a white, crystalline substance, freely soluble in water and isotonic saline… Continue Reading →
Ribavirin tablet is a nucleoside analogue with antiviral activity. The chemical name of ribavirin is 1-ß-D-ribofuranosyl–1,2,4-triazole-3-carboxamide and has the following structural formula: The molecular formula of ribavirin is CHNO and the molecular weight is 244.2. Ribavirin is a white crystalline… Continue Reading →
Klonopin, a benzodiazepine, is available as scored tablets with a K-shaped perforation containing 0.5 mg of clonazepam and unscored tablets with a K-shaped perforation containing 1 mg or 2 mg of clonazepam. Each tablet also contains lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline… Continue Reading →
Dextroamphetamine sulfate is the dextro isomer of the compound d,l-amphetamine sulfate, a sympathomimetic amine of the amphetamine group. Chemically, dextroamphetamine is d-alpha-methylphenethylamine, and is present in all forms of dextroamphetamine sulfate as the neutral sulfate. Structural Formula: ProCentra ProCentra
OxyContin (oxycodone hydrochloride controlled-release) Tablets are an opioid analgesic supplied in 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 60 mg, 80 mg, and 160 mg tablet strengths for oral administration. The tablet strengths describe the amount of… Continue Reading →
Fluoxetine capsules USP is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor for oral administration. They are also marketed for the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (Sarafem, fluoxetine hydrochloride). It is designated (±)–methyl-3-phenyl-3-[(α,α,α-trifluoro–tolyl)oxy]propylamine hydrochloride and has the following structural formula: CHFNO•HCl M.W. 345.79… Continue Reading →
Indomethacin Capsules, USP for oral administration are provided in two dosage strengths which contain either 25 mg or 50 mg of indomethacin. Indomethacin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory indole derivative designated chemically as 1-(4-chlorobenzoyl)-5-methoxy-2-methyl-1-indole-3-acetic acid. The structural formula is: Indomethacin, USP… Continue Reading →
Theophylline is structurally classified as a methylxanthine. It occurs as a white, odorless, crystalline powder with a bitter taste. Anhydrous theophylline has the chemical name 1H-Purine-2,6-dione,3,7-dihydro-1,3-dimethyl-, and is represented by the following structural formula: This product allows a 12-hour dosing… Continue Reading →