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Status:
US Approved Rx (2016)
First approved in 2016

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Crisaborole is a topically administered, boron-containing, anti-inflammatory compound that inhibits the phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4) activity and thereby suppresses the cytokine release of TNFalpha, IL-12, IL-23 and other cytokines. PDE4 is an an enzym...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2019)
First approved in 2001

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ABSOLUTE)



Pimecrolimus, an ascomycin macrolactam derivative, is an inhibitor of T-cell and mast-cell activation, developed and launched by Novartis for the potential treatment of psoriasis and allergic, irritant and atopic dermatitis. The topical formulation h...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2022)
First approved in 1996

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Brimonidine reduces the amount of fluid in the eye, which decreases pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye). Brimonidine is an alpha adr...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2025)
First approved in 1994

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ABSOLUTE)



Tacrolimus, previously known as FK506, is the active ingredient in Prograf. Tacrolimus is a macrolide immunosuppressant produced by Streptomyces tsukubaensis. It reduces peptidyl-prolyl isomerase activity by binding to the immunophilin FKBP-12 (FK506...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2013)
First approved in 1992

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ABSOLUTE)



Finasteride is a synthetic 4-azasteroid compound. This drug is a competitive and specific inhibitor of Type II 5a-reductase, an intracellular enzyme that converts the androgen testosterone into 5α-dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Two distinct isozymes are ...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2023)
First approved in 1990

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (RACEMIC)



Eflornithine is a prescription drug indicated in the treatment of facial hirsutism (excessive hair growth). Eflornithine hydrochloride cream for topical application is intended for use in women suffering from facial hirsutism and is sold by Allergan,...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2020)
First approved in 1988

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the phenylacetic acid class with anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties. Contrary to the action of many traditional NSAIDs, diclofenac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 en...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2002)
First approved in 1984

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)


Hydroquinone, aka benzene-1,4-diol or quinol, is an aromatic organic compound that is a type of phenol, a derivative of benzene, having the chemical formula C6H4(OH)2. Its chemical structure features two hydroxyl groups bonded to a benzene ring in a ...
Status:
US Approved Rx (1987)
First approved in 1979

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Minoxidil is an orally effective direct acting peripheral vasodilator that reduces elevated systolic and diastolic blood pressure by decreasing peripheral vascular resistance. Minoxidil is also used topically to treat androgenetic alopecia. Microcirc...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2017)
First approved in 1973

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Cromolyn is a mast cell stabilizer. In vitro and in vivo animal studies have shown that cromolyn sodium inhibits the degranulation of sensitized mast cells, which occurs after exposure to specific antigens. Cromolyn sodium acts by inhibiting the rele...