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Top 200 Drugs '11
Brand | Generic | Indication | Action/Class |
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Proventil, Ventolin | Albuterol | Bronchospasm | B-2 Agonist |
Zoloft | Sertraline | Depression, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD | SSRI |
Norvasc | amlodipine | HTN | CCB |
Glucophage, Glucophage ER | metformin, metformin ER | Type 2 DM | Biguanide antidiabetic |
Motrin | ibuprofen | primary dysmenorrhea, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis | NSAID |
Maxzide, Dyazide | triamterene/hctz | HTN, edema | Diuretic combination |
Ambien | zolpidem | insomnia | GABA-A Receptor Modulator |
Keflex | cephalexin | infection | cephalosporin |
Nexium | esomeprazole | GI ulcer, GERD | PPI |
Prevacid | landsoprazole | GI ulcer, GERD | PPI |
Lexapro | escitalopram | Depression, GAD | SSRI |
Deltasone | prednisone | allergic & inflammatory disease, MS acute exacerbations | Steroid |
Zyrtec | cetirizine | allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria | H1-Receptor Anatagonist |
Singulair | montelukast | asthma | leukotriene receptor antagonist |
Celebrex | celecoxib | osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, dysmenhorrhea | COX-2 specific NSAID |
Prozac | fluoxetine | Depression, OCD, bulimia nervosa | SSRI |
Fosamax | alendronate | osteoporosis | biphosphonate |
Lopressor | metoprolol tartrate | HTN, Acute MI | B1-blocker |
Levoxyl | levothryoxine | hypothyroidism | T4 thyroid hormone |
Ativan | lorezepam | anxiety | benzodiazepine |
Protonix | pantoprazole | GI ulcer, GERD | PPI |
Premarin | conjugated estrogens | menopausal symptoms, female hypogonadism & castration, priamry ovarian failure, inoperable breast & prostatic cancer | Estrogens |
Alegra | Fexofenadine | Allergic rhiniti, chronic idiopathic urticaria | H1-Receptor Antagonist |
Plavix | copidogrel | reducation of atherosclerotic events | ADP Inhibitor |
Effexor XR, Effexor | venlafaxine ER, venlafaxine | Depression, general anxiety disorder | 5HT&NE RI, Weak DA RI |
K-Dur, Klor-Con, Slow K | potassium chloride | potassium replacement | potassium |
Darvocet N | propoxyphene/apap | narcotic analgesic CIV | Weak u-Opiate Receptor Agonist/CNS COX-1&2 Inhibitor |
Advair | salmeterol/fluticasone | asthma, COPD | long acting B=2 Agonist & Anti-inflammtory corticosteroid |
Coumadin | wafarin | anticoagulation | Vitamn K- Dependent Factors (II, VII, IX, X) & Protein C, S Synthesis Inhibitor |
Tylenol #3 | apap w/codeine | narotic analgesic CIII | CNS COX-1&2 Inhibitor/Weak u-Opiate Receptor Agonist |
Klonpin | clonazepam | lennox-gastaut syndrome, akinetic & myoclonic seizures, abesnce seizures | benzodiazepine |
Neurontin | gabapentin | parial seizure | GABA Analog, MOA unknown |
Flonase | fluticasone | seasonal allergic rhinitis | anti-inflammatory corticosteriod |
Augmentin, Augmentin ES | amoxicillin/clavulante, amoxicillin/clavulante ES | Infection | Penicillin |
Zantac | ranitidine | GI ulcer, GERD | H2-Antagonist |
Vasotec | enalapril | HTN, CHF, asymptomatic LVF | ACE-Inhibitor |
Paxil, Paxil CR | paroxetine, paroxetine CR | Depression, OCD, panic disorder, SAD | SSRI |
Pravachol | pravastatin | hyperlipidemia, reduce risk of MI | Statin |
Viagra | sildenafil | erectile dysfunction | PDE5 Inhibitor |
Flexeril | cyclobenzaprine | muscle relaxant | central action at the brain stem, reduction of tonic somatic motor activity infleucing a&y motorneurons |
Atlace | ramipril | HTN, reduce rise of MI, CHF | ACE-Inhibitor |
Diovan | valsartan | HTN | ARB |
Lotrel | amlodipine/benazepril | HTN | CCB/ACE-Inhibitor combination |
Percocet | oxycodone/apap | narcotic analgesic (CII) | u-Opiate Receptor Agonist/ CNS COX-1&2- Inhibitor |
Valium | diazepam | Anxiety, conclusive disorders, acute alcoholism | benzodiazepine |
Ultram | tramadol | analgesic | u-Opioid-Receptor Agonist, 5HT&NE RI |
Calan, Ispotin, Ispotin SR, Verelan | verapamil | HTN, angina | CCB |
Diovan HCT | valsartan/hctz | HTN | ARB/Thiazide |
Zestoretic | lisinopril/hctz | HTN | ACEI/Thiazide |
Ortho-Evra | norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol transdermal | transdermal contraceptive | inhibit ovulation |
Celexa | citalopram | depression | SSRI |
Accupril | quinapril | HTN, Heart Failure | ACE-Inhibitor |
Soma | carisoprodol | muscle relaxant | central action in the spinal cord |
Actos | pioglitazone | type 2DM | thisazolidinediones |
phenergan | promethazine | nausea/vomitting, sedation, rhinitis, urticaria, motion sickness | H1-receptor anatagonist |
actonel | risedronate | osteoporsis | bisphosphonate |
cozaar | losartan | HTN | ARB |
Imdur | isisorbide mononitrate | angina | nitrate |
Zyloprim | allopurinol | gout, uric acid, nephropathy, secondary hyperuricemia, recurrent calcium oxalate stones | xanthine oxidase inhibitor |
catapres | clonidine | HTN | a-2 receptor agonist |
cipro | ciprofloxacin | indication | FQ |
wellbutrin, wellbutrin xl, wellbutrin sr | bupropion, bupropion xl, bupropion sr | depression | da reuptake inhibitor |
micronase, diabeta | gylburide | type 2 DM | sulfonylurea |
avandia | rosiglitazone | type 2 DM | thiazolidinediones |
veetids | pencillin v potassium | infection | pencillin |
zetia | ezetimibe | hyperlipidemia | inhibits intestinal absoprtion of cholesterol |
medrol | methyl-prednisolone | allergic & inflammatory disease, MS acute exacerbations | steroid |
folic acid | folacin, pteroylglutamine acid, folate | megaloblastic anemia due to folic acid deficiency, anemias during pregnancy & lactation | vitamin supplement |
aciphex | rabeprazole | GI ulcer, GERD | PPI |
glucotrol, glucotrol xl | glipizide, glipzide ER | type 2 DM | sulfonylurea |
flomax | tamsulosin | BPH | selective a-receptor blocker |
cardizem, tiazac, cardia xt | diltiazeum | HTN, angina | CCB |
risperdal | risperidone | psychotic disorders | 5HT2 & DA-receptor antagonist |
prilosec | omeprazole | GI ulcer, GERD | PPI |
Yasmin | drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol | OCP | Inhibit ovulation through supression of LH & FSH |
vibramycin hyclate | doxycycline hyclate | infection | tetracycline |
tricor | fenofibrate | hyperlipidemia | PPARa agonist |
Seroquel | quetiapine | psychotic disorders | 5HT2 & DA-receptor antagonist |
Lantus | insulin glargine | DM | Insulin |
Adderall XR | amphetamine combo | ADHA, narcolepsy | CNS stimulant through release of NE by binding to adrenergic receptors |
Concerta | methylphenidate ER | ADHD | CNS stimulant through NE&DA RI |
Nasonex | mometasone | seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis | corticosteriod |
Clarinex | desloratidine | nasal and non-nasal symptoms of seasonal, perennial allergic rhinitis; chronic idiopathic urticaria | H1-Receptor Antagonist |
Mevacor | lovastatin | hyerlipidemia | statin |
Hyzaar | losartan/hctz | HTN | ARB/Thiazide combination |
Aldactone | spironolactone | essential HTN, edema, hypokalemia primary hyper aldosteronism | potassium sparing diuretic; aldosterone receptor blocker |
Amaryl | glimeperide | type 2 DM | Sulfonylurea |
Lanoxin | digitek, digoxin | CHF, arrythmias | digitalis glycosides inhibit Na+/K+ ATPase |
Restoril | temazepam | insomnia | benzodiazepine |
Diflucan | flucanazole | infection | sterol inhibitor |
Evista | raloxifene | prevention & treatment of osteoporosis | SERM |
Xalatan | latanoprost | glaucoma | PG Agonist |
Coreg | carvedilol | HTN, CHF | Nonselective B & a 1-Receptor Blocker |
Combivent | albuterol/ipratropium | COPD | B-2 agonist/anticholinergic combination |
Crestor | rosuvastatin | hyperlipidemia | statin |
Valtrex | valacyclovir | genital herpes, herpes zoster, varicella zoster | antiviral |
Zyprexa | olanzapine | psychotic disorders | 5HT2 & DA Receptor Antagonist |
Flovent | fluticasone | asthma | corticosteroid |
Minocin | minocylcine | infection | tetracycline |
Humulin N | insulin NPH | Type 1 & Type 2 DM | Insulin |
Prinivil, Zestril | lisinopril | HTN | ACE-Inhibitor |
Cardura | doxazosin | BPH, HTN | Selective a1-Receptor Blocker |
Oxycontin | oxycodone CR | Narcotic analgesic CII | u-Opiate Receptor Agonist |
Kenalog | triamcinolone acetonide | inflammator and pruritic dermatoses, inflammatory & ulcerative lesions | topic corticosteriod |
Estrace | estradiol | menopausal symptoms, female hypogonadism & castration, primary ovarian failure, inoperable breast & prostatic cancer, prevention of menopausal osteoporosis | estrogen |
Allegra-D | fexofenadine w/pseudoephedrine | allergic rhinitis | H1-receptor antagonist/decongestant |
Lopid | gemfibrozil | Hyper-triglyceridemia | Fibric Acid |
Ortho Tri Cyclen, Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo | norgestimate/ethinyl estradiol | OCP, acne | Inhibit ovulation through supression of LH & FSH |
Reglan | metoclopramide | diabetic gastroparesis, GERD, prevention of n/v, radiological examinations | DA-Receptor Antagonist |
Atarax | hydroxyzine | anxiety & tension, pruritis, sedative | H1-Receptor Antagonist |
Avapro | irbesartan | HTN | ARB |
Topamax | topirmate | partial seizure, tonic clonic seizures, migraine prevention | GABA-A receptor activation |
Imitrex | sumatriptan | Migraine | 5HT-1 Receptor Agonist |
Straterra | atomoxetine | ADHD | Selective NE RI |
Detrol LA | tolteradine | overactive bladder | anticholinergic |
Omnicef | cefdinir | infection | cephalosporin |
Antivert | meclizine | vertigo, motion sickness | H1-Receptor Antagonist |
Trinessa | norgestimate/ethinyl estradiol | OCP | Inhibit ovulation through supression of LH & FSH |
Ultracet | tramadol/apap | analgesic | u opioid-receptor agonist, 5HT&NE RI/CNS COX-1&2 Inhibitor |
Cleocin | clindamycin | infection | inhibit protein synthesis |
Lotensin | benazepril | HTN | ACE-Inhibitor |
Mycostatin | nystatin | cutaneous or mucotaneous mycotic infections | binds to sterol in fungal cell membrane, changes membrane permeability, allows leakage of intracelluar components |
Ziac | bisoprolol/hctz | HTN | selective B1-blocker/thiazide combination |
Depakote, Depakote ER | divalproex, valproic acid | simple, complex absence, complex partial seizures, mania, migraine HA prophylaxis | Antiepileptic/Antipsychotic |
Bactrium, Bactrium DS | sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim | infection | antibacterial/sulfonamide |
Nasacort AQ | triamcinolone | seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis | corticosteriod |
Remeron | mirtazapine | depression | central presynaptic a2-receproe antagonist |
Rhinocort Aqua | budesonide | seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis | glucocorticoid |
Inderal, Inderal LA | propranolol, propranolol LA | HTN (SR), arrhthymias, angina (SR), migraine (SR), MI, pheochromocytoma, hypertropic subaortic stenosis | nonselective b-blocker |
Phenergan w/Codeine | promethazine w/codeine | cough & upper respiratory symptoms | H1-receptor antagonist/cough suppressant |
Hytrin | terazoin | BPH, HTN | a1-receptor blocker |
Prempro | conjugated estrogens/medroxy progesterone | menopausal symptoms, prevention of osteoporosis | estrogen/progestin combination |
Flagyl | metronidazole | infection | antibacterial/antiprotozoal |
Aricept | donepezil | dementia | reversible AChE Inhibitor |
Buspar | buspirone | anxiety | increase NE, metabolism, moderate presynaptic DA agonist, 5HT agonist |
Mobic | meloxicam | osteoarthritis | NSAID |
Skelaxin | metaxalone | muscle relaxant | CNS depressant |
Duragesic | fentanyl | narcotic analgesic CII | u-Opiate Receptor Agonist |
Zovirax | acyclovir | genital herpes, chicenpox, herpes zoster, varicella zoster | antiviral |
Pepcid | famotidine | GI ulcer, GERD | H2-Receptor Antagonist |
Niaspan | niacin, niacinamide | hyperlipidemia | increases lipoprotein lipase |
Necon | norethindrone/ethinyl estradiol | OCP | Inhibit ovulation through supression of LH & FSH |
Aviane | levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol | OCP | Inhibit ovulation through supression of LH & FSH |
Voltaren | diclofenac | osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis | NSAID |
Humalog | insulin lispro | Type 1 & Type 2 DM | Insulin |
Elidel | pimecrolimus | mild to moderate atopic dermatitis | blinds to FKBP-12, inhibits calcineurin blocks T cell activation |
Patanol | olopatadine | allergic conjunctivitis | H1-receptor antagonist (opthalmic agent) |
Benicar | olmesartan | HTN | ARB |
Lotrisone | clotrimazole/betamethasone | tinea cruis, corporis, pedis | topical antifungal/adrenocorticoid |
Biaxin XL, Biaxin | clarithromycin XL, clarithromycin | Infection | Macrolide |
Tri-Spintec | norgestimate/ethinyl estradiol | OCP | Inhibit ovulation through supression of LH & FSH |
Rheumatrex, Trexall | methotrexate | trophoblastic neoplasms, leukemias, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, carcinomas, osteosarcomas, lymphomas | Inhibits DNA synthesis through binding to DHFR inhibiting the formation of reduced folates & thymidylate synthesis |
Lamictal | lamotrigine | partial seizures, adjunt in generalized seizures | stabilization of neuronal membranes, modulation of presynaptic transmitter release of excitatory amino acid |
Pamelor | nortriptyline | depression | TCA |
Qualaquin | quinine sulfate | malaria | depresses oxygen uptake and carbohydrate |
Dilantin | phenytoin | tonic-clonic psychomotor seizures | antiepileptic |
Monopril | fosinopril | HTN, CHF | ACE-Inhibitor |
Miralax, Glycolax | polyethylene glycol | constipation | induces catharsis by strong electrolyte and osmotic effects |
Pulmicort | budesonide | asthma | anti-inflammatory corticosteroid |
Nizoral | ketoconzole | infection | impairs the synthesis of ergosterol |
Avalide | irbesartan/hctz | HTN | ARB/thiazide combination |
Ditropan XL | oxybutinin XL | overactive bladder, bladder instability | anticholinergic |
Zytrec-D | cetirizine w/pseudoephedrine | allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria | H1-receptor antagonist/decongestant |
Macrobid | nitrofurantoin, monohydrate | infection | inhibitor of acetyl CoA & metabolism of bacterial carbohydrates |
Zanaflex | tizanidine | muscle relaxant | a2-agonist increases, presynaptic inhibition of motor neurons |
Provera | medroxy progesterone | abnormal uterine bleeding, secondary amenorrhea, reduction of endometrial hyperplasia | progestin hormone |
Glucovance | meformin/glyburide | Type 2 DM | biguanide antidiebetic/sulfonylurea |
Timoptic | timolol | glaucoma | nonselective b-blocker; reduces aqueous humor formation and increase outflow |
Capoten | captopril | HTN, CHF, nephropathy, prevention of kideny failure, increase survival rate post MI | ACE-Inhibitor |
Adalat CC | nifedipidne ER | HTN | CCB |
Sinemet | carbidopa/levodopa | parkinson's | levodopa decarboxylation inhibitor/precursor of DA |
Humulin 70/30 | NPH insulin/Regular insulin | Type 1 & Type 2 DM | Insulin |
Microgestin FE | norethindrone/ethinyl estradiol | OCP | Inhbit ovulation through supression LH & FSH |
Relafen | nabumetone | osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis | NSAID |
Anusol | hydrocortisone | hemorrhoids, chronic UC | steorid |
Luminal | phenobarbital | seizure, sedation, hypnosis | antiepileptic, hypnotic |
Levsin | hyoscyamine sulfate | peptic ulcer, IBS, neurogenic bladder/bowel disorders, gastric hyperspasmodic & hypersecretory disorders, rhinitis | anticholinergic |
Pyridium | phenazopyridine | UTI analgesic | unknown MOA |
Apri | desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol | OCP | Inhibit ovulation |
Kariva | desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol | OCP | Inhibit ovulation |
Nolvadex | tamoxifen | metastatic breast cancer in men, postmenopausal women, delaying recurrence following total mastectomy, axillary dissection, reduction incidence in high risk women | antineoplastic/antiestrogen |
Avelox | moxifloxacin | infection | FQ |
Lescol XL | fluvastatin XL | hyperlipidemia | Statin |
Proscar | finasteride | BPH | 5-a reductase inhibitor and decreasing 5-a-DHT conversion from testosterone |
Robaxin | methocarbamol | muscle relaxant | central action in the spinal cord, inhibiting the flexor & crossed extensor reflexes |
Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Vicodin HP, Lortab, Norco, Lorcet, Lorcet Plus | hydrocodone/apap | narcotic analgesic CIII | |
Lipitor | atorvastatin | hyperlipidemia | statin |
Tenormin | atenolol | HTN, angina, acute | Selective B1-Blocker |
Synthroid | levothyroxine | hypothyroidism | T4 thyroid hormone |
Amoxil, Trimox | amoxicillin | infection | penicillin |
HydroDIURIL, Esidrix | hctz | HTN, edema | Thiazide Diuretic |
Zithromax | azithromycin | infection | macrolide |
Lasix | furosemide | HTN, edema | Loop Diuretic |
Indocin | indomethacin | osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis | NSAID |
Lithonate | lithium carbonate | psychotic disorders | antagonism of NE and DA release from nerve terminals, increase reuptake and inactiviation of catecholamines |
Tessalon | benzonatate | cough | antitussive through anesthetizing stretch receptors in the respiratory passages |
Tenoretic | atenolol/chlorthalidone | HTN | selective b1-blocker/diuretic combination |
Naprosyn | naproxen | pain, dysmenorrhea, acute tendinitis & bursitis, rheumatoid & osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondilits, acute gout | NSAID |
Levaquin | levofloxacin | infection | FQ |
Desyrel | trazodone | depression | 5HT-RI |
Topropl XL | Metoprolol Succinate | HTN, angina, symptomatic CHF | Selective B1-Blocker |
Xanax | Alprazolam | Anxiety, panic, disorder | Benzodiazepine |