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| class | indication |
|---|---|
| PROTON-PUMP INHIBITORS | Used to treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (heartburn) |
| PROTON-PUMP INHIBITORS | Most available Over the Counter |
| PROTON-PUMP INHIBITORS | Taken Daily |
| PROTON-PUMP INHIBITORS | Used for short durations of time (2-3 weeks) |
| PROTON-PUMP INHIBITORS | Side Effects: Headaches, Nausea, Diarrhea, prolonged use can cause nutritional malabsorption |
| HISTAMINE 2 BLOCKERS | Heartburn/GERD/Ulcers treatment |
| HISTAMINE 2 BLOCKERS | Most Available Over the Counter |
| HISTAMINE 2 BLOCKERS | Most Effective at night |
| HISTAMINE 2 BLOCKERS | Can be taken as needed |
| HISTAMINE 2 BLOCKERS | Side Effects: Headaches, Drowsiness, Diarrhea, possible Breast Tissue Growth in men, prolonged use can cause nutritional malabsorption |
| DIURETICS | Swelling/Hypertension Treatment |
| DIURETICS | Side Effects: Dizziness, Hypotension, Electrolyte Imbalance, Increased Urination |
| ALPHA BLOCKERS | Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia/Hypertension Treatment |
| ALPHA BLOCKERS | Side Effects: Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue, Fainting |
| ANTISPASMODICS | Various Uses |
| ANTISPASMODICS | Side Effects: Dry Mouth, Dry Eyes, Constipation, Blurry Vision, Urinary Retention |
| LOOP/THIAZIDE DIURETICS | Patient required to supplement potassium |
| ALPHA BLOCKERS | Can cause Prolonged and Painful Erection |
| HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE | Also Known As HCTZ |
| POTASSIUM SPARING DIURETICS | Patients may need to reduce intake of potassium rich foods |
| FINASTERIDE | Can cause Hair Growth |