| Abortifacient | 50691 | An agent that induces abortion, disrupting pregnancy by blocking progesterone or causing uterine contractions. Therapeutically, it's used to terminate early pregnancies, manage ectopic pregnancies, or treat miscarriages. Key medical uses include medical abortion, pregnancy termination, and menstrual regulation. | DUKE |
| Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor | 35457 | An agent that blocks the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, reducing blood pressure and fluid retention. Therapeutically, it's used to treat hypertension, heart failure, and protect kidney function in diabetes, thereby reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. | DUKE |
| Aldose reductase inhibitor | 48550 | An agent that blocks the activity of aldose reductase, an enzyme involved in glucose metabolism. It reduces oxidative stress and inflammation, commonly used in managing diabetic complications, such as neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy. | DUKE |
| Anti aflatoxin | 35222 | An agent that neutralizes or removes aflatoxins, toxic compounds produced by mold, reducing the risk of liver damage and cancer. Therapeutically, it is used to prevent aflatoxin poisoning, commonly in food safety and liver protection applications, and may have potential in cancer prevention and treatment. | DUKE |
| Anti-anaphylactic | 52217 | An agent that prevents or treats anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction. It plays a biological role in stabilizing mast cells and reducing histamine release. Therapeutically, it is used to manage allergic emergencies, with key medical applications including treatment of anaphylactic shock, asthma, and allergic rhinitis. | DUKE |
| Anti bacterial | 33282 | An agent that inhibits the growth of or destroys bacteria, playing a crucial role in preventing and treating infections. Therapeutically, it is used to combat bacterial infections, with key medical applications including treating pneumonia, tuberculosis, and skin infections, as well as preventing surgical site infections and sepsis. | DUKE |
| Anti-cancer | 35610 | An agent that inhibits the growth and proliferation of cancer cells, used to treat and manage various types of cancer, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, to reduce tumor size, prevent metastasis, and improve patient survival. | DUKE |
| Anti cariogenic | 52217 | An agent that prevents tooth decay, reducing bacterial acid production and plaque formation. Its biological role is to inhibit the growth of cariogenic bacteria, and its therapeutic applications include preventing dental caries and managing tooth decay. Key medical uses include toothpaste, mouthwashes, and dental varnishes to maintain oral health. | DUKE |
| Anti-cataract | 52217 | An agent that prevents or slows the formation of cataracts, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the lens of the eye, commonly used to manage age-related cataracts and other ocular disorders. | DUKE |
| Anti-gingivitic | 52217 | An agent that reduces gingivitis symptoms, commonly used in managing plaque, inflammation, and gum disease, promoting oral health by preventing bacterial growth and infection. | DUKE |
| Anti glucose-tolerance-factor | | An antibody that binds glucose tolerance factor (GTF), blocking its insulin-mimetic activity. It may have therapeutic applications in managing insulin resistance and diabetes, and potential medical uses in treating related metabolic disorders. | DUKE |
| Anti HIV | 22587 | An agent that prevents the replication of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), used to treat and manage HIV infection and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), reducing viral load and slowing disease progression. | DUKE |
| Anti hyperthyroid | 52217 | An agent that reduces thyroid hormone production, used to manage hyperthyroidism by decreasing thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and thyroid hormone levels, commonly used to treat conditions such as Graves' disease and thyroid storm. | DUKE |
| Anti-inflammatory | 35472 | An agent that reduces inflammation, playing a biological role in suppressing immune responses and therapeutic applications in managing pain, swelling, and redness. Key medical uses include treating arthritis, allergies, and autoimmune disorders, as well as relieving symptoms of conditions such as asthma and dermatitis. | DUKE |
| Anti-malarial | 33281 | An agent that prevents or treats malaria, a disease caused by Plasmodium parasites. It works by targeting the parasite's life cycle, reducing symptoms and preventing transmission. Therapeutically, anti-malarials are used to treat and prevent malaria, as well as to manage related conditions such as babesiosis and toxoplasmosis. | DUKE |
| Anti-mutagenic | | An agent that interferes with the mutagenicity of a substance, preventing DNA damage and mutations. Its biological role is to protect cells from genetic alterations, and it has therapeutic applications in cancer prevention and treatment, as well as key medical uses in reducing the risk of genetic disorders and birth defects. | DUKE |
| Anti-oxidant | 22586 | An agent that neutralizes free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and cell damage. Its biological role involves protecting cells from harm, and it has therapeutic applications in managing chronic diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders, with key medical uses including anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and cardio protective effects. | DUKE |
| Anti periodontic | | An agent that prevents or treats periodontal disease, reducing inflammation and infection in the gums and supporting tissues of the teeth, commonly used in managing periodontitis, gingivitis, and promoting oral health. | DUKE |
| Anti peroxidant | | An agent that prevents oxygen atom and peroxide formation, reducing oxidative stress and cell damage. It plays a biological role in protecting cells from free radicals. Therapeutically, it's used to manage conditions like cancer, Alzheimer's, and atherosclerosis, with key medical applications in neuroprotection, cardiovascular health, and anti-aging. | DUKE |
| Anti-plaque | | An agent that removes or prevents the formation of dental plaque, a biofilm of bacteria, to prevent tooth decay and gum disease, commonly used in oral care products and therapeutic applications for periodontal health. | DUKE |
| Anti plasmodial | 33281 | An agent that inhibits the growth of Plasmodium parasites, reducing malaria symptoms. Therapeutically, it's used to treat and prevent malaria, with key medical applications including prophylaxis and treatment of malaria infections. | DUKE |
| Anti septic | 33281 | An agent that prevents or reduces the growth of microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, or viruses, to promote wound healing and prevent infection. Therapeutically, anti septics are used to treat minor cuts, scrapes, and burns, and are commonly applied topically to reduce the risk of infection and promote tissue repair. Key medical uses include wound care, surgical site preparation, and skin infection management. | DUKE |
| Anti-streptococcic | 33282 | An agent that targets and combats Streptococcus bacteria, reducing infection and inflammation. Therapeutically, it is used to treat streptococcal infections, such as strep throat and skin infections, and to prevent complications like rheumatic fever. | DUKE |
| Anti-thyroid | | An agent that inhibits thyroid hormone production, used to treat hyperthyroidism by reducing thyroid hormone levels, commonly applied in managing conditions like Graves' disease. | DUKE |
| Antitumor | 35610 | An agent that inhibits tumor growth and proliferation, playing a crucial role in cancer treatment. Therapeutically, antitumors are used to manage various types of cancer, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, helping to reduce tumor size, prevent metastasis, and improve patient outcomes. | DUKE |
| Anti-viral | 22587 | An agent that inhibits the replication of viruses, playing a crucial role in preventing and treating viral infections. Therapeutically, anti-virals are used to manage diseases such as HIV, herpes, and influenza, reducing symptoms and slowing disease progression. Key medical uses include treating viral hepatitis, respiratory syncytial virus, and COVID-19. | DUKE |
| Anti-yeast | 33281 | An agent that inhibits the growth of yeast, playing a role in preventing fungal infections. Therapeutically, it is used to treat conditions such as candidiasis and athlete's foot, and has applications in managing digestive issues and skin infections. | DUKE |
| Apoptotic | | An agent that stimulates programmed cell death, playing a crucial biological role in eliminating damaged or unwanted cells. It has therapeutic applications in cancer treatment, and key medical uses include inducing cell death in malignant cells, reducing tumor growth, and enhancing chemotherapy efficacy. | DUKE |
| Astringent | 74783 | An agent that constricts or shrinks tissues, reducing bleeding and inflammation. It plays a biological role in wound healing and has therapeutic applications in treating hemorrhoids, diarrhea, and skin irritations. Key medical uses include reducing swelling, stopping bleeding, and protecting mucous membranes, making it useful in various topical and oral preparations. | DUKE |
| Cancer preventive | 35610 | An agent that inhibits the development and progression of cancer, reducing tumor formation and growth. It plays a biological role in blocking carcinogenic pathways, and has therapeutic applications in chemoprevention. Key medical uses include reducing the risk of cancer in high-risk individuals and preventing cancer recurrence. | DUKE |
| Candida-secreted-aspartyl-proteinase inhibitor | 35222 | An agent that blocks Candida-secreted aspartyl proteinase, reducing fungal virulence and inflammation. Therapeutically, it may be used to treat candidiasis, particularly in immunocompromised patients, and has potential applications in managing oral and vaginal yeast infections. | DUKE |
| Cytotoxic | 52209 | An agent that kills or damages cells, playing a biological role in immune responses and therapeutic applications in cancer treatment. Key medical uses include chemotherapy, targeting and destroying cancer cells, and treating certain autoimmune diseases by eliminating harmful cells. | DUKE |
| Deiodinase inhibitor | 23924 | An agent that blocks the activity of deiodinases, enzymes involved in thyroid hormone regulation. It reduces thyroid hormone conversion, commonly used in managing thyroid disorders, such as hyperthyroidism, and certain types of cancer, including thyroid cancer. | DUKE |
| Detoxicant | 50247 | An agent that facilitates the removal of toxins from the body, playing a crucial role in reducing oxidative stress and inflammation. Therapeutically, detoxicants are used to treat poisoning, heavy metal exposure, and liver diseases, promoting overall health and well-being by neutralizing harmful substances. | DUKE |
| Glucosyl-transferase inhibitor | 23924 | An agent that blocks the activity of glucosyl-transferase enzymes, preventing glycoprotein and glycolipid synthesis. It has therapeutic applications in cancer, infectious diseases, and inflammatory disorders, with key medical uses including anti-tumor, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory treatments. | DUKE |
| Hemostatic | | An agent that arrests the flow of blood within the vessels, playing a crucial biological role in wound healing and clot formation. Therapeutically, hemostatics are used to control bleeding, with key medical applications in surgery, trauma, and management of bleeding disorders, such as hemophilia. | DUKE |
| Hepatoprotective | 62868 | An agent that protects the liver from damage, promoting liver health and function. It plays a biological role in reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, and has therapeutic applications in managing liver diseases, such as hepatitis and cirrhosis, and key medical uses in treating drug-induced liver injury and toxicities. | DUKE |
| HIV-reverse-transcriptase inhibitor | 23924 | An agent that blocks the activity of reverse transcriptase, an enzyme essential for HIV replication, reducing viral load and slowing disease progression. Therapeutically, it is used to treat HIV/AIDS, often in combination with other antiretroviral medications to prevent drug resistance and manage symptoms. | DUKE |
| Juvabional | | A regulator of insect development, reproduction, and growth, juvenile hormone inhibitor, used in pest control and insecticide development, with potential applications in agriculture and entomology. | DUKE |
| Pesticide | 25944 | An agent that kills or repels pests, playing a biological role in controlling insect, weed, and fungal populations. Therapeutically, pesticides have limited applications, but some are used to treat ectoparasitic infestations, such as lice and scabies. Key medical uses include topical treatments for head lice and scabies, highlighting their role in managing parasitic infections. | DUKE |
| Quinone-reductase inducer | | An agent that stimulates quinone reductase enzymatic activity, enhancing cellular antioxidant defenses and protecting against carcinogens, with therapeutic applications in cancer chemoprevention and potential uses in managing oxidative stress-related diseases. | DUKE |
| Sunscreen | 52217 | A topical agent that blocks UV radiation, preventing skin damage and reducing the risk of skin cancer. Its therapeutic applications include protection against sunburn, photoaging, and photodermatoses. Key medical uses include prevention of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma, as well as management of photosensitive disorders. | DUKE |
| Topoisomerase-I antagonist | 50276 | An agent that inhibits topoisomerase-I, an enzyme involved in DNA replication, reducing cancer cell growth. Therapeutically, it's used in cancer treatment, particularly for solid tumors, as it induces DNA damage and apoptosis in cancer cells, making it a key component in chemotherapy regimens. | DUKE |
| Xanthine oxidase inhibitor | 35634 | An agent that blocks xanthine oxidase, an enzyme involved in uric acid production, reducing inflammation and oxidative stress. Therapeutically, it's used to treat gout, hyperuricemia, and prevent kidney stones, with key applications in managing cardiovascular disease and improving kidney function. | DUKE |