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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Rapid FDA Approved Drugs

AFREZZA [Insulin Recombinant Human]
RX
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12 units/inh (inhalation powder)
4 units/inh (inhalation powder)
8 units/inh (inhalation powder)
MannkindApr 17, 2015
  • Administration of a composition comprising insulin complexed with a diketopiperazine..
  • Administration of a composition comprising insulin complexed with microparticles of a diketopiperazine..
  • Administration of fdkp microparticles comprising insulin..
  • Method of aerosolizing/deagglomerating an insulin dry powder for use in treating diabetes mellitus via oral inhalation using an inhaler with a cartridge containing the insulin dry powder..
  • Method of controlling glycemia in diabetics by administering an initial dose of insulin-fdkp with a meal; determining blood glucose level 1-2 hrs after and administering a supplemental dose of insulin-fdkp if postprandial glucose level is >140 mg/dl.
  • Method of delivering to a patient with diabetes mellitus in a single inhalation, greater than 75% of a dry powder dose comprising insulin and fumaryl diketopiperazine using a high resistance to flow dry powder inhaler..
  • Pulmonary administration of a compisition comprising insulin bound to a diketopiperazine..
  • Pulmonary administration of a composition comprising insulin bound to a complexing agent..
  • Pulmonary administration of an insulin composition comprising fdkp at the beginning of a meal to a patient also being treated with a long-acting insulin..
  • Treatment of a patient having diabetes mellitus with a prandial rapid acting insulin..
  • Treatment of diabetes mellitus with an inhaled insulin to improve glycemic control using a dry powder inhalation system comprising an inhaler, a cartridge and a dry powder medicament comprising insulin in a single inhalation.
  • Treatment of patient having diabetes mellitus via oral inhalation of fdkp microparticles comprising insulin.
  • Use of an inhaler to administer dry powder medicament.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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CLONAZEPAM [ClonazepamC15H10ClN3O3]
RX
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0.125mg (oral tablet, orally disintegrating)
0.25mg (oral tablet, orally disintegrating)
0.5mg (oral tablet)
1mg (oral tablet)
2mg (oral tablet)
BarrAug 10, 2005
Par PharmAug 3, 2005
Sun Pharm Inds IncAug 27, 2014
Accord HlthcareMay 2, 2005
Actavis ElizabethOct 31, 1996
MylanOct 5, 1998
Prinston IncJun 28, 2006
SandozAug 29, 1997
TevaSep 10, 1996
Watson LabsDec 30, 1997
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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KLONOPIN [ClonazepamC15H10ClN3O3]
RX
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0.5mg (oral tablet)
1mg (oral tablet)
2mg (oral tablet)
RocheApproved Prior To Jan 1, 1982
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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XARELTO [RivaroxabanC19H18ClN3O5S]
RX
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10mg (oral tablet)
15mg (oral tablet)
20mg (oral tablet)
Janssen PharmsJul 1, 2011
  • Following initial 6 months treatment for deep vein thrombosis (dvt) and/or pulmonary embolism (pe), reduction in the risk of recurrence of dvt and of pe with once daily, rapid-release tablet administered for at least five consecutive days.
  • Prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis (dvt).
  • Prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis, which may lead to pulmonary embolism in patients undergoing knee or hip replacement surgery, with once daily, rapid-release tablet administered for at least five consecutive days.
  • Reduce the risk of stroke in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation with once daily, rapid-release tablet administered for at least five consecutive days.
  • Reducing the risk of stroke and systemic embolism.
  • Reduction in the risk of recurrence of deep vein thrombosis (dvt) and pulmonary embolism.
  • Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (dvt).
  • Treatment of deep vein thrombosis with once daily, rapid-release tablet administered for at least five consecutive days.
  • Treatment of pulmonary embolism (pe).
  • Treatment of pulmonary embolism with once daily, rapid-release tablet administered for at least five consecutive days.
efficacy
4.0  (1)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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WARNING: Consult a licensed physician in the appropriate field for medical treatment and drug prescription. Do not self medicate.


WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.

Felter's Materia Medica on Rapid

ACONITUM NEPALLUS
   ...primarily reduced force and frequency of the heart action, due to vagal stimulation, and subsequent rapid pulse, due to vagal depression. The heart muscle is also thought to be paralyzed by it. The ac......nsation, felt first in the mouth, tongue, and fauces, and quickly extending to the stomach. This is rapidly followed by more or less numbness. Gastric warmth and a general glow of the surface follow n......lts. Toxicology.—In poisonous amounts the symptoms given are exaggerated and the effects extremely rapid. Tingling and numbness increase and are felt all over the body, the thrilling and creeping col...1

ÆSCULUS GLABRA
   The bark and fruit of Aesculus glabra, Willdenow (Nat. Ord. Sapindaceae). A small fetid tree common to the central portion of the United... / ...a special control over the portal circulation, relieving venous congestion. When the circulation is rapid and the constrictive sensation prominent and dyspnea prolonged, it relieves such conditions as... / ...Aesculus deserves further study to determine its status as a remedy for nervous disorders, and especially its control over visceral neuralgias. 1

ALNUS SERRULATA
   The recent bark of Alnus serrulata, Aiton (Nat. Ord. Betulaceae). A shrub of the United States east of the Mississippi River. Common Names: Tag... / ...ternal. The decoction is one of the best of local applications for rhus poisoning. We have observed rapid cures with it. It stains the skin. It is also a useful wash for nursing sore mouth of mothers,... / ...are best displayed in pustular eczema and recurrent crops of boils. Passive haematuria is sometimes controlled by its astringent action. 1

APOCYNUM CANNABINUM
   The root of Apocynum cannabinum, Linné (Nat. Ord. Apocynaceae) gathered in autumn after the leaves and fruit have matured. Grows throughout the... / ...orrhages, small in amount and associated with pedal edema; mitral and tricuspid regurgitation, with rapid and weak heart action, low arterial tension, difficult breathing, cough, and tendency to cyano... / ...may be looked for. Under these circumstances we have removed enormous dropsical swellings with it, giving quick relief from dyspnea and1

ASCLEPIAS TUBEROSA
   ...nd when the skin is slightly moist, or inclined to moisture, and the pulse is vibratile and not too rapid. In fact, in febrile and inflammatory disorders asclepias is not a leading remedy, but is larg...... disorders asclepias is not a leading remedy, but is largely a necessary accessory. If the pulse be rapid and small, aconite should be given with it; if rapidly bounding, large and strong, veratrum. W...1

BOLETUS
   The fungus Polyporus officinalis, Fries (Boletus laricis, jacquin). (Nat. Ord. Fungi.) Asia, Eastern Europe, and Central America. Common Names:... / ...trition with feeble cerebral circulation. To some extent it controls diarrhea, cough, hectic fever, rapid circulation, and the profuse night-sweats of phthisis. The dose for these purposes is from the... / ...of antihydrotics. In 113 grain doses it controls the thirst, cough, and the excessive sweating of consumptives.1

CAFFEA
   The seeds of Caffea arabica, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rubiaceae). Native of Arabia-Felix and Ethiopia; and extensively cultivated in Asia and America... / ...he stimulating effects of coffee are most largely due to caffeine. This alkaloid is one of the most rapidly acting cerebro-spinal stimulants and probably the nearest of any drug to a physiologic energ... / ...preferably without sugar or cream; for use in narcotic poisoning very strong, “black coffee” may be given freely, both by mouth and per rectum.1

CANNABIS
   The dried flowering tops of the female plant of Cannabis sativa, Linné, or the variety indica, Lamarck (Nat. Ord. Cannabinaceae). Asia, East... / ... improves the appetite, causes a feeling of contentment and rest, and produces sleep. If pushed too rapidly or in too large doses, exhilaration of spirits, inebriation with phantasms, illusory deliriu... / ...of the urino-genital tract and relieves pain. For the first condition it is invaluable in more or less painful conditions in which opium see1

CANTHARIS
   The dried beetles, Cantharis vesicatoria (Linné), De Geer. (Ord. Coleoptera.) Southern Europe. Dose, 1 grain. Common Name: Spanish Fly; Synonym:... / ...ess of the abdomen, excessive burning thirst, profuse ptyalism, with cadaverous odor of the breath, rapid breathing, small thready pulse, griping and purging, profuse urination followed by suppression...1

CAULOPHYLLUM
   The rhizome and roots of Caulophyllum thalictroides (Linné, Michaux (Nat. Ord. Berberidaceae). In rich woods in the eastern half of the United... / ...r debility and uterine feebleness in the childless, and assists in the recuperation of strength and rapid involution of the womb following labor. The dose of the syrup is from 2 fluidrachms to 1/2 flu...1

CINNAMOMUM
   I. Cinnamomum Saigonicum. Dried bark of an undetermined species of Cinnamomum. Chiefly from China. II. Cinnamomum Zeylanicum. Dried bark of... / ... that line. Cinnamon imparts a flavor to unpleasant medicines and may be used to preserve them from rapid changes. Medicines dispensed in but few drops in a half glass of water will not keep sweet lon...1

CRATAEGUSCRAN6
   The ripe fruit and bark of (1) Crataegus Oxyacantha, Linné, and (2) other species of Crataegus. (Nat. Ord. Rosaceae) 1. England and other parts... / ... mitral regurgitation, with valvular insufficiency; cardiac pain; praecordial oppression; dyspnea; rapid and feeble heart action; marked anemia, associated with heart irregularity; cardiac hypertroph... / ...trial; and as yet with no rational explanation of its reputed powers. The smaller doses are suggested as more likely to succeed than full doses.1

DIGITALIS
   ...ay be nearly inert); digitalein (water soluble), 1/200 to 1/100 grain. Specific Indications.—Weak, rapid, and irregular heart action, with low arterial tension; broken compensation; weak, rapid, flac......ine, with weak heart action; renal congestion; irritable heart with weak action; heart made to beat rapidly but feebly by slight excitement; continuous labored breathing with weak pulsation; renal and...1

DUBOISINA
   The alkaloid obtained from the leaves of Duboisia myoporoides, Robert Brown (Nat. Ord. Myoporaceae), the Corkwood elm or Ngmoo of Australia and... / ...ases of the fundus of the eye on account of its power to increase intraocular tension. It is a more rapid mydriatic and paralyzes accommodation more quickly than atropine and is less irritant to the c... / ...especially vomiting without previous nausea, and undoubtedly decreases the secretion of urine, hence it should be used with care and judgment.1

EUPATORIUM PERFOLIATUM
   The flowering tops and leaves of Eupatorium perfoliatum, Linné (Nat. Ord. Compositae). Swamps and low meadows throughout the United States. Dose, 5 to 60 grains. Common Names:... / ... stomachic, when given in small doses it improves the appetite and digestion and thus favors a more rapid and perfect convalescence.1


WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.

Physician's Materia Medica on Rapid

ACID CARBOLIC (Phenol)
   A powerful antiseptic and germicide, also an energetic and rapid poison; used internally as an anti-emetic and a gastric and in testinal antiseptic. Locally it acts as an anesthetic and cauterant. The liquified acid is applied in full strength to cauterize or thoroughly cleanse infected wounds, followed by strongalcohol to neu tralize its devitalizing effects. Carbolated oil (10 grs. to the ounce) or a carbolated ointment of similar strength, is one of the best dress ings for burns, scalds and i2

ACID HYDROCYANIC (Prussic Acid)
   Sedative and antispasmodic, the most rapidly fatal of all poisons. Prescribed often for irritative coughs, for gastralgia and enteralgia; topically applied to relieve itching. It is potentially a natural con stituent of Wild Cherry bark. Dose of the oficial diluted acid (2%), 0.06 to 0.3 c. c. (1 to 5 M).2

CROTON OIL
   The oil obtained from the seeds of CROTON TIGLIUM, Lin. An energetic cathartic, remarkable for the rapidity of its operation hence used whereaprompt effect is imperative. Externally u-el as a counter-irritant, causing pustulation. Dose, 0.006 to .012 c. c. (1-10 to 2 M. Excessive doses may produce serious and even iat.-i effects.2

NITROGLYCERIN (Glonoin, Trinitrin)
   Product of the action of nitric acid on GLYCERIN. The remedy reduces arterial pressure at the same time dilating remarkably the capillary blood vessels. It is thus a remedy for chills and the inter nal congestions causing these, for angina pectoris, for cardiac failure (cautiously used) for some forms of asthma and dysmenorrhea, and in combination with digitalis as a rapidly acting stimulant. Dose, 0.0003 to 0.006 Grm. (1-200 to 1-10 gr.).2


WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.

Physician's Therapeutics Memoranda on Rapid

APOPLEXY, CEREBRAL
   Blood pressure must be reduced by ve-nesection, if the case ad mits it, by action of a rapid purge of croton oil or elaterium or... / Blood pressure must be reduced by ve-nesection, if the case ad mits it, by action of a rapid purge of croton oil or elaterium or by arterial sedatives, (veratrum viride or aconite); by mustard plasters to feet or a hot mustard foot bath,... / ...be treated on general principles by massage, pas sive exercise, electricity, strychnine, the last to be used with due cau tion.2


References

1) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
2) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.