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Quinine

Quinine is a white, crystalline alkaloid that contains anti-pyretic, anti-malarial, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties. The only known natural source for quinine is the bark of a cinchona tree. Common brand names for quinine are Malarin and Rhea Quinine Sulfate. Quinine is classified as a Cinchona alkaloid, Anti-malarial, and Anti-myotonic.

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Ranitidine

Ranitidine inhibits gastric acid production and is used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). Ranitidine can be used along side other antihistamines to treat skin conditions. Common brand names are Aceptin, Aciloc, Aciran, Ameket, Contracid, Danitin, Entac, Loracid, Ranitab, Raxide, Zantac, and Zidaxim. Ranitidine is classified as a Histamine H2 receptor antagonist and an Antiulcer.

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Warfarin

Warfarin was initially marketed as a pesticide for mice. A few years after being introduced, it was found to be effective and safe in preventing thrombosis and embolism. Warfarin was then approved to be a medication in early 1950s and has been used ever since. Common brand names are Coumadin, Warik, and Zyfarin. Warfarin is classified as a Coumarin derivative and an anticoagulant.

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