reduces fever, pain and inflammation. It is similar to ibuprofen (Motrin) and naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve)
MOTRIN, ADVIL, NUPRIN
ibuprofen
Analgesic NSAID
Pain, fever, and inflammation. Similar to aspirin, naproxen(ALEVE), indomethacin(INDOCIN), nabumetone(RELAFEN)
NAPROSYN, ANAPROX
naproxen
Analgesic NSAID
Pain, fever, inflammation. Similar to ibuprofen(MOTRIN), indomethacin(INDOCIN), nabumetone(RELAFEN)
VOLTAREN, CATAFLAM
diclofenac
Analgesic NSAID
Pain, fever, and inflammation. Similar to ibuprofen(MOTRIN), indomethacin(INDOCIN), nabumetone(RELAFEN), naproxen(ALEVE)
RELAFEN
nabumetone
Analgesic NSAID
Other members of this class include ibuprofen (Motrin), indomethacin (Indocin), naproxen (Aleve) and several others. These drugs are used for the management of mild to moderate pain, fever, and inflammation.
LODINE
etodolac
Analgesic NSAID
mild to moderate pain, fever, and inflammation. They work by reducing the levels of prostaglandins, which are chemicals that are responsible for pain and the fever and tenderness that occur with inflammation
TYLENOL/CODEINE, FIORICET/CODEINE
acetaminophen/codeine
Analgesic
ENDOCET, PERCOCET, ROXICET, TYLOX
acetaminophen/oxycodone
Analgesic
Oxycodone is a narcotic analgesic (pain-reliever) and a cough suppressant that is similar to codeine and hydrocodone. Acetaminophen is a non-narcotic analgesic and antipyretic (fever reducer)
CELEBREX
celecoxib
Analgesic NSAID for arthritis
Treatment of pain, fever, and swelling caused by arthritis. Also used for menstrual cramps
VICODIN, LORTAB, ZYDONE, LORCET
acetaminophen/hydrocodone
Analgesic
Hydrocodone is a narcotic pain-reliever and a cough suppressant, similar to codeine. Acetaminophen is a non-narcotic analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer)
OXYCONTIN
oxycodone
Analgesic Strong narcotic pain reliever and cough suppressant
For moderate to severe pain. Similar to morphine, codeine, and hydrocodone.
DURAGESIC
fentanyl
Analgesic - potent synthetic (man-made) narcotic
used for patients with severe chronic pain, for example, the pain of cancer. A 100 µg dose of fentanyl is approximately equal to 10 mg of morphine.
DARVOCET
acetaminophen/propoxyphenen
Analgesic
Propoxyphene is a medication for treating pain. It is an opioid analgesic (related to opium) chemically similar to methadone.mild to moderate pain.
ULTRAM
tramadol
Analgesic -man-made (synthetic) analgesic (pain reliever). Its exact mechanism of action is unknown but similar morphine. Not a NSAID and does not have the increased risk of stomach ulceration and internal bleeding that can occur w NSAIDs.
moderate to moderately severe pain. Extended release tablets are used for moderate to moderately severe chronic pain in adults who require continuous treatment for an extended period
FIORICET
acetaminophen/butalbital/caffeine
Analgesic
pain reliever and sedative. It is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and tension headaches. may also be used to treat migraine headaches.
ULTRACET
acetaminophen/tramadol
Analgesic -used to relieve moderate, acute pain such as pain following dental or surgical procedures
the short-term (up to five days) relief of moderately-severe, acute pain
ORAMORPH
morphine sulfate
Analgesic
GLUCOPHAGE XR, GLUCOPHAGE
metformin
Anti-diabetic Oral medication that lowers blood glucose for treating type 2 diabetes
Treatment of type 2 diabetes and to prevent the development of diabetes in people at risk for diabetes
LANTUS
insulin glargine (injectable)
Anti-diabetic -diabetes mellitus
Like other insulin products, it works by helping sugar (glucose) get into cells but has a more long-acting (over 24 hours) effect. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, circulation problems, and blindness
HUMALOG
human insulin lispro (Analog)
Anti-diabetic -synthetic product almost identical to human insulin and is used to treat diabetes mellitus
It starts working faster and lasts for a shorter period of time than regular insulin. Treatment of type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus, most commonly for type 1
HUMALIN N, NOVOLIN N
human insulin isophane (NPH)
Anti-diabetic -Natural insulin hormone secreted from the pancreas that removes sugar from the blood
Injected insulin. used to treat diabetes mellitus. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, circulation problems, and blindness
DIABETA, MICRONASE
glyburide
Anti-diabetic -oral glucose lowering-drug in a class of diabetic drugs called sulfonylureas
to reduce blood glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes. Other sulfonylureas include glipizide (Glucotrol), glimepiride (Amaryl), tolbutamide (Orinase), tolazamide, and chlorpropamide (Diabinese)
GLUCOTROL XL, GLUCOTROL
glipizide
Anti-diabetic Sulfonylurea class for Type 2 diabetes
Treatment of type 2 diabetes. Similar to glimepiride(AMARYL), glyburide(MICRONASE,DIABETA), tolbutamide(ORINASE), and tolazamide(TOLINASE)
AMARYL
glimepiride
Anti-diabetic Blood sugar-lowering drug for controlling diabetes
Diabetes. Similar to other sulfonylureas including glyburide(MICRONASE,GLUCOVANCE), glipizide(GLUCOTROL), tolbutamide(ORINASE) and tolazamide(TOLINASE)
GLUCOVANCE
glyburide/metformin
Anti-diabetic
to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent diabetes)
AVANDIA
rosiglitazone
Anti-diabetic -in a class of anti-diabetic drugs called thiazolidinediones
It is used for treating patients with type 2 diabetes. The other member of this class is pioglitazone (Actos)
ACTOS
pioglitazone
Anti-diabetic -class of anti-diabetic drugs called "thiazolidinediones"
treatment of type II diabetes in combination with insulin as well as another class of anti-diabetic drugs, the sulfonylureas.The other member in this class is rosiglitazone (Avandia)
ZYLOPRIM
allopurinol
Antigout -used to lower blood uric acid levels
Used to treat multiple recurrent gout attacks, erosive destructive gouty joint disease, hard lumps of uric acid deposits in tissues, gouty kidney disease, or uric acid stones.also used to prevent elevation of blood uric acid in patients undergoing chemo
KEFLEX
cephalexin
Anti-infective -class of antibiotics called cephalosporins. They are similar to penicillin in action and side effects. They stop or slow the growth of bacterial cells by preventing bacteria from forming the cell wall that surrounds each cell
used to treat infections caused by bacteria that are susceptible to the effects of cephalexin. include infections of the middle ear, tonsils, throat, laryngitis, bronchitis and pneumonia. Also for treating urinary tract, skin, and bone infections
OMINCEF
cefdinir
Anti-infective -semi-synthetic (partially man-made) oral antibiotic in the cephalosporin family of antibiotics. Same family as cephalexin (Keflex), cefaclor (Ceclor), cefuroxime (Zinacef), cefpodoxime (Vantin), cefixime (Suprax), cefprozil (Cefzil)
effective against susceptible bacteria causing infections of the middle ear (otitis media), tonsils (tonsillitis), throat, larynx (laryngitis), bronchi (bronchitis), lungs (pneumonia), skin and other soft tissues
LEVAQUIN
levofloxacin
Anti-infective -antibiotic for treating bacterial infections
Class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones, ciprofloxacin (Cipro), norfloxacin (Noroxin), ofloxacin (Floxin), trovafloxacin (Trovan), and lomefloxacin (Maxaquin). infections of the sinuses, skin, lungs, ears, airways, bones, and joints
CIPRO
ciprofloxacin
Anti-infective -fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics which includes levofloxacin (Levaquin), ofloxacin (Floxin), gatifloxacin (Tequin), norfloxacin (Noroxin), moxifloxacin (Avelox), trovafloxacin (Trovan)
infections of the skin, lungs, airways, bones, and joints caused by susceptible bacteria. Also used to treat urinary infections caused by bacteria such as E. coli. Ciprofloxacin is effective in treating infectious diarrheas caused by E. coli
AVELOX, VIGAMOX
moxifloxacin
Anti-infective -class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic only treats bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu).
VIGAMOX is used for eye infections
ZITHROMAX, Z-PACK
azithromycin
Anti-infective Semi-synthetic antibiotic effective against bacteria
Bacteria causing middle ear, tonsilitis, laryngitis, brochitis, pneumonia, and sinusitis. Chemically related to erythromycin and clarithromycin (BIAXIN)
BIAXIN, BIAXIN XL
clarithromycin
Anti-infective Antibiotic
Bacteria infection of middle ear, tonsilitis, throat, laryngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, and skin infections.
CLEOCIN
clindamycin
Anti-infective
used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This antibiotic only treats bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu).
AMOXIL, TRIMOX
amoxicillin
Anti-infective Antibiotic
Effective against bacteria. Included in penicillin family with ampicillin(UNASYN), piperacillin(PIPRACIL), ticarcillin(TICAR).
AUGMENTIN, AUGMENTIN ES
amoxicillin/ clavulanic acid
Anti-infective -antibiotic of the penicillin type. It is effective against different bacteria such as H. influenzae, N. gonorrhea, E. coli, Pneumococci, Streptococci, and certain strains of Staphylococci
related to penicillin and ampicillin. clavulanic acid enhances effectiveness against bacteria resistant to amoxicillin. middle ear,tonsillitis,laryngitis, bronchitis, sinusitis, and pneumonia. Also urinary tract and skin infections, gonorrhea
VEETIDS, PEN-VEE K, BEEPEN-VK
penicillin V potassium
Anti-infective
BACTRIM, COTRIM, SEPTRA, & DS FORMS
sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
Anti-infective
VIBRAMYCIN, DOXYCHEL
doxycycline
Anti-infective -synthetic (man-made) antibiotic derived from tetracycline. Doxycycline works by interrupting the production of proteins by bacteria.
infections, including respiratory tract infections due to Hemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, or Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Also for Rocky mountain spotted fever, typhus, chancroid, cholera, brucellosis, anthrax, syphilis, and acne.
MACROBID
nitrofurantoin
Anti-infective -anti- bacterial. Three forms are available: a microcrystalline form (Furadantin), a macrocrystalline form (Macrodantin), and a sustained release macrocrystalline form used twice daily (Macrobid)
used to treat or prevent urinary tract infections
PERIOCHIP, PERIDEX
chlorhexidine gluconate
Anti-infective
DIFLUCAN
fluconazole
Anti-infective Antifungal
Antifungal similar to clotrimazole(LOTRIMIN), ketoconazole (NIZORAL), and itraconazole (SPORANOX)
NILSTAT
nystatin
Anti-infective
NIZORAL
ketoconazole
Anti-infective
VALTREX
valacyclovir
Anti-infective
ZOVIRAX
acyclovir
Anti-infective -antiviral drug, a synthetic nucleoside analogue, that is active against the herpes viruses, including herpes simplex 1 and 2 (cold sores and genital herpes), varicella-zoster (shingles and chickenpox), and mononucleosis.
used for treating genital herpes, herpes zoster, and chickenpox.
MINOCIN
minocycline
Anti-infective
an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections
FLAGYL
metronidazole
Anti-infective -effective against anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites
used to treat parasitic infections including Giardia infections of the small intestine, amebic liver abscess and amebic dysentery (infection of the colon causing bloody diarrhea), bacterial vaginosis, trichomonas vaginal infections
QUININE
quinine sulfate
Anti-infective
NITROQUICK
nitroglycerin
Cardiac
LANOXIN, DIGITEK, LANOXICAPS
digoxin
Cardiac Antiarrhymic
Antiarrhymic for CHF, increases heart vigor
PLAVIX
clopidogrel
Cardiac
COUMADIN
warfarin
Cardiac Anticoagulant
Blood Thinner to prevent or treat pulmonary embolism by preventing blood clots
TRICOR
fenofibrate
Cardiac
LOPID
gemfibrozil
Cardiac
LIPITOR
atorvastatin
Cardiac Antihyperlipidimic statin
Lowers cholesterol. Similar to lovastatin(MEVACOR), simvastatin(ZOCOR), fluvastatin(LESCOL, and pravastatin(PRAVACHOL)
ZOCOR
simvastatin
Cardiac Antihyperlipidemic
Lowers LDL and raises HDL cholesterol by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase (all statins)
MEVACOR
lovastatin
Cardiac -class of cholesterol-lowering drugs called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, or, more commonly "statins."
for reducing total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides, and for increasing HDL cholesterol in patients with elevated cholesterol. statins include simvastatin (Zocor), atorvastatin (Lipitor), fluvastatin (Lescol), and rosuvastatin (Crestor)
PRAVACHOL
pravastatin
Cardiac
CRESTOR
rosuvastatin
Cardiac
ZETIA
ezetimibe
Cardiac
VYTORIN
ezetimibe/simvastatin
Cardiac
NIASPAN
niacin
Cardiac
ZESTRIL, PRINIVIL
lisinopril
Cardiac -an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Angiotensin is a chemical that is made by the body. It narrows blood vessels and maintains (elevates) blood pressure. When blocked by lisinopril, it cannot be converted into its active form
used to treat elevated blood pressure, heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack (myocardial infarction).
VASOTEC
enalapril
Cardiac ACE Inhibitor
High blood pressure or CHF
ALTACE
ramipril
Cardiac -ACE inhibitors are used for treating high blood pressure, heart failure and for preventing kidney failure due to high blood pressure and diabetes.
For CHF and hypertension. Prevents attacks, strokes.Others ACEs: enalapril (Vasotec), quinapril (Accupril), captopril (Capoten), fosinopril (Monopril), benazepril (Lotensin), lisinopril (Zestril, Prinivil), moexipril (Univasc) and trandolapril (Mavik).
ACCUPRIL
quinapril
Cardiac
MONOPRIL
fosinopril
Cardiac ACE inhibitor
High blood pressure. Relaxes arteries and veins. Improves output of blood from the heart.
CAPOTEN
captopril
Cardiac
LOTENSIN
benazepril
Cardiac
ZESTORETIC
linsopril/HCTZ
Cardiac
HYTRIN
terazosin
Cardiac
DIOVAN
valsartan
Cardiac -oral medication that belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) . Other ARBs include irbesartan (Avapro), losartan (Cozaar), and candesartan (Atacand).
used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also prescribed after heart attacks since valsartan may reduce death in patients who developed congestive heart failure after a heart attack. May also reduce hospitalizations in patients with CHF
COZAAR, CALAN, ISOPTIN
losartan
Cardiac -oral medication that belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). Other ARBs include irbesartan (Avapro), valsartan (Diovan), and candesartan (Atacand)
for treating hypertension, left ventricular hypertrophy (increase in muscle) and diabetic nephropathy (kidney disease). It may be used alone or in combination with other drugs.
AVAPRO
irbesartan
Cardiac -a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers. Similar to losartan(Cozaar) and valsartan(Diovan). All three drugs block angiotensin II, a chemical that causes arteries and veins to narrow
used to treat high blood pressure.less of an effect in black patients, an effect that is similar to another class of drugs used to treat high blood pressure called ACE inhibitors
DIOVAN HCT
valsartan/HCTZ
Cardiac
BENICAR
olmesartan/HCTZ
Cardiac
TENORMIN
atenolol
Cardiac -beta-adrenergic blocking agent that blocks the effects of adrenergic drugs, for example, adrenaline or epinephrine, on nerves of the sympathetic nervous system
high blood pressure (hypertension). Also for chest pain (angina pectoris). Also for slowing rapid heart rates (tachycardias). It is also prescribed for acute myocardial infarction (heart attack). Also for prevention of migraines,tremors
TOPROL XL, LOPRESSOR
metoprolol
Cardiac -beta-adrenergic blocking agent that is used for treating high blood pressure, heart pain, abnormal rhythms of the heart, and some neurologic conditions
high blood pressure (hypertension). Also for chest pain (angina pectoris). Also for slowing rapid heart rates (tachycardias). It is also prescribed for acute myocardial infarction (heart attack). Also for prevention of migraines,tremors
INDERAL
propranolol
Cardiac -beta- adrenergic blocking agent. Propranolol blocks the action of the sympathetic nervous system, a portion of the involuntary nervous system
high blood pressure (hypertension). Also for chest pain (angina pectoris). Also for slowing rapid heart rates (tachycardias). It is also prescribed for acute myocardial infarction (heart attack). Also for prevention of migraines,tremors
NORVASC
amlodipine
Cardiac Calcium channel blocker
Treatment and prevention of angina resulting from coronary spasm and exertion. Also used for high blood pressure.
PROCARDIA, ADALAT, & XL FORMS
nifedipine
Cardiac Calcium channel blocker
Treatment and prevention of angina resulting from coronary artery spasm and exertion. Also for high blood pressure.
CALAN, ISOPTIN, & SR FORMS
verapamil
Cardiac
CARTIA XT, CARDIZEM CD, TIAZAC, DILACOR
diltiazem
Cardiac Calcium Channel blocker
Heart pain (angina), high blood pressure and abnormal heart rhythms. Similar to amlodipine(NORVASC), verapamil(ISOPTIN), nifedipine(ADALAT & PROCARDIA)
LOTREL
amlodipine/benazepril
Cardiac
COREG
carvedilol
Cardiac
ZIAC
bisoprolol/HCTZ
Cardiac
TENORETIC
atenolol/chlorthalidone
Cardiac
CARDURA
doxazosin
Cardiac Alpha-1 adrenergic blocker
For treating high blood pressure and sometimes for enlargement of prostate. Similar to alfuzosin(UROXATRAL), terazosin(HYTRIN), tamsulosin(FLOMAX), silodosin(RAPAFLO), prazosin(MINIPRESS)
ALDACTONE
spironolactone
Cardiac
CATAPRES
clonidine
Cardiac Antihypertensive and analgesic
Slows heart rate. Also used for withdrawal, diarrhea, menopause, and cancer pain.
AVALIDE
irbesartan/HCTZ
Cardiac
HYZAAR
losartan/HCTZ
Cardiac
IMDUR, MONOKET
isosorbide
Cardiac
FLOMAX
tamsulosin
BPH alpha blocker-treatment of men who are having difficulty urinating because of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
used to treat men who are having problems urinating because of BPH. (enlarged prostate)
AMETHOPTERIN
methotrexate
Antineoplastic
ESIDRIX, HYDRODIURIL, ORETIC
hydrochlorothiazide
Cardiac/Renal
LASIX
furosemide
Cardiac/Renal -works by blocking the absorption of salt and fluid in the kidney tubules, causing a profound increase in urine output (diuresis). The diuretic effect of furosemide can cause body water and electrolyte depletion
powerful diuretic used to treat excessive fluid accumulation and swelling (edema) of the body caused by heart failure, cirrhosis, chronic kidney failure, and nephrotic syndrome. Sometimes used with other blood pressure pills to treat high blood pressure
DYAZIDE, MAXZIDE
triamterene/HCTZ
Cardiac/Renal
ATARAX
hydroxyzine
CNS
ANTIVERT,Bonine
meclizine
CNS/GI -antihistamine with antiemetic (anti-nausea) and antispasmodic (anti-muscle spasm) activity. It also suppresses the nervous system by blocking the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine
treatment of nausea, vomiting, and dizziness associated with motion sickness.
LORTISONE
betamethasone/clotrimazole
Dermatologic
K-DUR, KLOR-CON, K-LYTE, MICRO-K
potassium chloride
Electrolyte
PHENERGAN
promethazine
Gastrointestinal - same class as chlorpromazine (Thorazine) and trifluoperazine (Stelazine). However,promethazine is not used as an anti-psychotic. It used as an anti-histamine, sedative, and antiemetic (anti-nausea).
prescribed for treating nausea or vomiting, motion sickness, and allergic reactions and for sedation
ZANTAC
ranitidine
Gastrointestinal H2-blockers that block the action of histamine on stomach cells
Ulcers and acid reflux. Similar to lansoprazole(PREVACID), rabeprazole(ACIPHEX, pantoprazole(PROTONIX), esomeprazole(NEXIUM).
ACIPHEX
rabeprazole
Gastrointestinal
used for ulcers of the stomach and duodenum, erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).also is used with antibiotics for eradicating Helicobacter pylori infections of the stomach that, along with acid, are responsible for many ulcers
LEVSIN
hyoscyamine
Gastrointestinal
PEPCID
famotidine
Gastrointestinal -class of medications called H2-blockers that blocks the action of histamine on stomach cells, thus reducing production of acid by the stomach
blocks the action of histamine on stomach cells, and reduces stomach acid production. Useful in promoting the healing of stomach and duodenal ulcers and in reducing ulcer pain.
REGLAN
metoclopromide
Gastrointestinal - anti-emetic(heartburn or acid reflux)
Acid reflux. Recently issued "black box warning" due to 20% of patients experiencing continued spasms after three months of use.
GLYCOLAX, MIRALAX
polyethylene glycol(PEG)
Gastrointestinal
METICORTEN, ORASONE, DELTASONE
prednisone
Hormone
MEDROL
methylprednisolone
Hormone -synthetic (man-made) corticosteroid.Corticosteroids affect metabolism in various ways and modify the immune system. Corticosteroids also block inflammation and are used in a wide variety of inflammatory diseases affecting many organs.
used for suppression of inflammation. Examples of inflammatory conditions for which methylprednisolone is used include rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, acute gouty arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease
PREMARIN
conjugated estrogens
Hormone Estrogens and progestins are the classes of female hormones
Menopause,ovaries removed, vaginal dryness or atrophy, breast cancer, and osteoporosis.
YASMIN 28
ethinyl estrodiol/drospirenone
Hormone
ORTHOEVRA
norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol
Hormone
ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN LO, NECON, TRISPRINTEC
ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
Hormone
TRIVORA-28, AVIANE, ALESSE
ethinyl estradiol/levonorgestrel
Hormone
MIRCETTE, APRI, KARIVA
ethinyl estradiol/desogestrel
Hormone
PREMPRO
conjugated estrogen/medroxyprogesterone
Hormone
NUVARING
etonogestrel/estradiol
Hormone
SYNTHROID, LEVOXYL, LEVOTHROID
levothyroxine
Hormone -thyroid
This drug is used to replace thyroid hormone, to treat an overactive thyroid and for testing thyroid gland function
FLEXERIL
cycloybenzaprine
Musculoskeletal -muscle relaxant
Relieves muscle spasm when the spasm is due to local problems (that is, problems originating in the muscle itself and not in the nerves controlling the muscles)short-term relief of painful muscle conditions
SOMA
carisoprodol
Musculoskeletal -muscle relaxant. It acts by blocking electrical communication among nerves in the reticular formation of the brain and in the spinal cord.
used together with rest and physical therapy for short-term relief of painful muscle conditions
SKELAXIN
metaxalone
Musculoskeletal -relaxes muscles possibly by affecting the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord).
used as an adjunct to physical therapy during treatment of short-term, painful muscle spasms
ZANAFLEX
tizanidine
Musculoskeletal -treat muscle spasms
treat muscle spasms
BENTYL,BYCLOMINE,DIBENT,DI-SPAX,DILOMINE
dicyclomine
Musculoskeletal -class of drugs called anticholinergics. Anticholinergic drugs block the effects of acetylcholine, the chemical transmitter that nerves release in order to cause muscles to contract. Reduces contraction of the muscles in the intestines
used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers, colitis GI disorders
ROBAXIN
methocarbamol
Musculoskeletal - Relaxes muscles
Used to decrease muscle pain and spasms associated with strains, sprains or other muscle injuries
EVISTA
raloxifene
Musculoskeletal -decreases bone turnover and increases bone density although not to the same extent as estrogen itself. This makes bones stronger and prevents fractures in women with osteoporosis
for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in post-menopausal women.
FOSAMAX
alendronate
Musculoskeletal -The bisphosphonate class includes etidronate (Didronel), ibandronate (Boniva), pamidronate (Aredia), risedronate (Actonel), and tiludronate (Skelid)
used for treating osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women. It also is used for Paget's disease of bone and osteoporosis caused by steroid treatment.
ACTONEL
risedronate
Musculoskeletal Bisphosphonate for bone disease and osteoporosis
Bone disease and osteoporosis. Similar to alendronate(FOSAMAX) and etidronate(DIDRONEL)
TOPAMAX
topiramate
Neurological -oral drug that is used to prevent the seizures of epilepsy. (It is an anti-epileptic or anti-seizure drug). It is used primarily among patients who are not controlled by other anti-epileptic drugs
used in combination with other anti-seizure drugs among adults and children aged 2-16 years with partial seizures or generalized tonic-clonic seizures.also is approved for the prevention of migraine headaches in adults
LAMICTAL
lamotrigine
Neurological -oral drug that is used for treating seizures. It is chemically unrelated to other anti-seizure drugs. The precise mechanism by which it exerts its anti-seizure action is not known
used in combination with other anti-seizure drugs in the treatment of some types of seizures. It also is used alone for treating partial seizures in patients 16 years and older when converting from the anti-epileptic drug valproate
DILANTIN, PHENYTEX
phenytoin
Neurological Anticonvulsant
anti-seizure
PHENOBARBITAL
phenobarbital
Neurological
TRILEPTAL
oxycarbazepine
Neurological
IMITREX
sumatriptan
Neurological
ARICEPT
donepezil
Neurological Cholinesterase inhibitors used to treat Alzheimer's disease
Improves the symptoms but does not slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
NEURONTIN
gabepentin
Neurological
FOLVITE
folic acid
Nutritional
XANAX
alprozolam
Psychotherapeutic Anti-anxiety drug in the benzodiazepine family for anxiety disorders and panic attacks causing palpitations and insomnia
Anti-anxiety similar to diazepam(VALIUM), clonazepam(KLONOPIN), lorazepam(ATIVAN), flurazepam(DALMANE)
XALATAN
latanoprost
Ophthalmic
PATANOL
olopatadine
Ophthalmic
VALIUM
diazepam
Psychotherapeutic Anti-anxiety
Anti-anxiety drug in the benzodiazepine family. Similar to alprazolam(XANAX, clonazepam(KLONOPIN), lorazepam(ATIVAN), flurazepam(DALMANE). Also used for tremors, withdrawal, and seizures.
RESTORIL
temazepam
Psychotherapeutic
BUSPAR
buspirone
Psychotherapeutic
AVENTYL
nortriptyline
Psychotherapeutic
ZOLOFT
sertraline
Psychotherapeutic SSRI
Depression, OCD, panic, PTSD, social anxiety, and PMDD. Similar to fluoxetine(PROZAC, paroxetine(PAXIL), citalopram(CELEXA), and fluvoxamine(LUVOX)
Depression, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, PMDD, and social anxiety. Similar to fluoxetine(PROZAC), citalopram(CELEXA), and sertraline(ZOLOFT)Do not take SSRI with MAOI.
CELEXA
citalopram
Psychotherapeutic SSRI
Antidepressant similar to fluoxetine(PROZAC), paroxetine(PAXIL), and sertrline(ZOLOFT)
CYMBALTA
duloxetine
Psychotherapeutic
REMERON
mirtazapine
Psychotherapeutic
ELAVIL
amitriptyline
Psychotherapeutic
WELLBUTRIN SR, WELLBUTRIN
buproprion
Psychotherapeutic
SEROQUEL
quetiapine
Psychotherapeutic -an oral antipsychotic drug used for treating schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Although the mechanism of action of quetiapine is unknown, like other anti-psychotics, it inhibits communication between nerves of the brain
used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
RISPERDAL
risperidone
Psychotherapeutic -an antipsychotic medication that works by interfering with the communication among nerves in the brain
for the treatment of psychotic disorders, for example, schizophrenia. It also is used in combination with lithium or valproate for the treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder
ZYPREXA
olanzapine
Psychotherapeutic -drug class known as atypical antipsychotics. Other members of this class include clozapine (Clozaril), risperidone (Risperdal), aripiprazole (Abilify) and ziprasidone (Geodon).
for treating schizophrenia and acute mixed, or manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. It also is used as maintenance therapy for bipolar disorder and treating agitation due to schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
DEPAKOTE
divalproex
Psychotherapeutic
used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain
ESKALITH
lithium
Psychotherapeutic -effects usually begin within 1 week of starting treatment, and the full effect is seen by 2 to 3 weeks
used for treating manic episodes due to bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness). It is also combined with antidepressants to treat depression.
ABILIFY
aripiprazole
Psychotherapeutic -anti-psychotic drug for treating psychoses. Like other anti-psychotic drugs, the mechanism of action of aripiprazole is unknown. Moreover, like other anti-psychotics, it blocks several receptors on the nerves of the brain
used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar mania and mixed manic/depressisve episodes (as sole or adjunctive therapy) and as adjunctive (add-on) therapy for major depressive disorder
ADDERALL XR, ADDERALL
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine
Psychotherapeutic
CONCERTA, RITALIN-SR, METHYLINE ER
methylphenidate
Psychotherapeutic
STRATTERA
atomoxetine
Psychotherapeutic
FASTIN
phentermine
Psychotherapeutic
AMBIEN
zolpidem
Psychotherapeutic Hypnotic/Sedative. Closely related to benzodiazepines.
Insomnia
LUNESTA
eszopiclone
Psychotherapeutic
DESYREL
trazodone
Psychotherapeutic
KLONOPIN
clonazepam
Psychotherapeutic Anti-Anxiety and Anticonvulsant
Anti-anxiety benzodiazepine similar to diazepam(VALIUM), alprazolam(ZANAX), lorazepam(ATIVAN), flurazepam(DALMANE). Also used for seizures.
ATIVAN
lorazepam
Psychotherapeutic Anti-anxiety
Anti-anxiety. Similar to diazepam(VALIUM), alprazolam(XANAX), clonazepam(KLONOPIN), and flurazepam(DALMANE).
DITROPAN XL, DITROPAN
oxybutynin
Renal - Anticholinergic drug
Treatment of overactive bladder
DETROL LA, DETROL
tolterodine
Renal - Anticholinergic drug
Treatment of overactive bladder
PYRIDIUM
phenazopyridine
Renal
CIALIS
tadalafil
Reproduction
VIAGRA
sildenafil
Reproduction
ALLEGRA D
fexofenadine/pseudoephedrine
Respiratory
CLARINEX
desloratadine
Respiratory
ADVAIR DISKUS
fluticasone/salmeterol
Respiratory -combination of inhaled drugs that is used to treat asthma and chronic bronchitis
treatment of asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) associated with chronic bronchitis. Advair Diskus should not be used to treat acute episodes of asthma or COPD.
FLONASE, FLOVENT
fluticasone
Respiratory Man-made steroid of the glucocorticoid family. FLONASE is anti-inflammatory in the nose. FLOVENT is oral inhaler
Control of symptoms of allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, a condition in which the lining of the nose swells and releases fluid that results in a stuffy and runny nose
NASONEX
mometasone
Respiratory
RHINOCORT AQUA, RHINOCORT, PULMICORT
budesonide
Respiratory
SINGULAIR
montelukast
Respiratory -an oral leukotriene receptor antagonist for the treatment of asthma and seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever).
for the treatment of asthma and seasonal allergic rhinitis. Montelukast begins working after 3 to 14 days of therapy. Therefore, it should not be used for the treatment of an acute asthmatic attack
TESSALON
benzonatate
Respiratory -It has an anesthetic (numbing) action similar to that of benzocaine and "numbs" the stretch sensors in the lungs. It is the stretching of these sensors with breathing that causes the cough
used for relieving coughs
TUSSIONEX
hydrocodone/chlorpheneramine
Respiratory
PROVENTIL
albuterol
Respiratory - beta 2 blocker
COMBIVENT
albuterol/ipratropium
Respiratory
VENTOLIN, PROVENTIL
albuterol
Respiratory - beta 2 blocker
SPIRIVA
tiotropium
Respiratory
NASACORT AQ, NASOCORT, TRINESSA
triamcinolone
Respiratory - Nasal spray synthetic corticosteroid. Either an oral metered-dose inhaler for asthma (Azmacort), as a topical prep for the skin (Kenalog; Aristocort) or as a nasal spray (Nasacort AQ) or inhaler (Nasacort) for relieving symptoms of rhinitis