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==History of changes in FDA indication==
 
==History of changes in FDA indication==
 
''This medication does not have a specific cancer indication; it is indicated for Cushing Syndrome.''
 
''This medication does not have a specific cancer indication; it is indicated for Cushing Syndrome.''
*10/29/1980: Initial approval
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==Also known as==
 
==Also known as==

Revision as of 15:41, 5 May 2023

General information

Class/mechanism: Inhibitor of adrenalcortical steroid synthesis, blocks conversion of cholesterol to pregnenolone and subsequent synthesis of adrenal steroids, has aromatase inhibitor activity.[1][2]
Route: PO
Extravasation: n/a

For conciseness and simplicity, HemOnc.org currently will focus on treatment regimens and not list information such as: renal/hepatic dose adjustments, metabolism (including CYP450), excretion, monitoring parameters (although this will be considered for checklists), or manufacturer. Instead, for the most current information, please refer to your preferred pharmacopeias such as Micromedex, Lexicomp, Medscape, UpToDate (courtesy of Lexicomp), or the prescribing information.[1]

Diseases for which it was used

Patient drug information

History of changes in FDA indication

This medication does not have a specific cancer indication; it is indicated for Cushing Syndrome.

  • 1980-10-29: Initial approval

Also known as

  • Brand names: Aminoblastin, Cytadren, Elipten, Orimentin, Orimeten, Orimetene, Rodazol

References