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Zidovudine is an FDA-approved medication that comes as a 100 mg and 300 mg tablet for oral use. This is used in HIV and helps lessen the infection in your body. What condition does Zidovudine treat? Zidovudine is a prescription specifically use..

Lamivudine is a 100 mg tablet used to treat certain infections. This decreases the virus’s ability to reproduce and grow. This also prevents it from becoming resistant to treatment. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has already approved this m..

Lamivudine and Zidovudine are antiviral medications. This helps prevent HIV from increasing in your body. This prescription is FDA-approved that comes as a tablet for oral use. What condition do Lamivudine and Zidovudine treat? Lamivudine and Z..

Nevirapine is an FDA-approved prescription that helps control HIV infection. This is usually used with another HIV medication. This comes as a 200 mg tablet for oral use. What condition does Nevirapine treat? Nevirapine is a medication mostly r..

Tenofovir is an antiviral FDA-approved medication. This helps lessen the infection in adults and children 2 years of age. The medicine comes as a 300 mg tablet for oral use. What condition does Tenofovir treat? Tenofovir is a type of medication..

Valacyclovir is an FDA-approved antiviral drug that slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus. This helps the body fight infection. This comes as a tablet for oral use.   What condition does Valacyclovir treat? Valacyclovir is a presc..

Famciclovir belongs to the class of drugs called nucleoside analogs. This was already approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is available in the strengths of 250 mg and 500 mg tablets for oral use.   What condition does Fam..

Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist used in Parkinson’s disease that helps restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This is supplied as tablets for oral use. This product is available in the dosage forms of 0.125 mg, 0.25 mg, 0..

Ropinirole is in a group of medicine called a dopamine agonist. This is an FDA-approved prescription that can be used alone or with other medications. This is available in the dosage strengths of 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg that come as a tablet ..

Rasagiline is a medication that can be used alone or with other medication in people with Parkinson’s disease. This is in the family of medicine called MAO inhibitors which increases the level of dopamine in the brain that helps eases certain sympt..

Amantadine HCL is in a class of medicines called antivirals. This is an FDA-approved prescription that controls movement problems and works against the influenza-A virus. This medicine comes as 100 mg tablets.   What condition does Amantad..

Acyclovir is an antiviral drug used in infections caused by certain types of viruses. This has already been approved by the US FDA for medical use as it helps relieve the pain and makes the infection clear up faster. This medicine comes as tablets to..

Secnidazole is a medication for a certain type of vaginal infection. This is an antibiotic drug that stops the growth of bacteria. This is an FDA-approved prescription that comes as a tablet for oral use.   Frequently Ask Questions About Sec..

Tinidazole is a type of medicine called an antibiotic that is used in certain bacterial and parasitic infections. This helps stops the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This prescription has already been approved by the FDA. Tinidazole comes..

Nitazoxanide is an artificial antiprotozoal agent for oral administration. This is considered the first drug to treat cryptosporidium and effective in treating diarrhea. This is an FDA-approved medication that comes as a 500 mg tablet. What conditio..

Terbinafine HCL Tablet is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. This is an FDA-approved prescription that can be used in children who are at least 4 years of age. This medication comes as a 250 mg tablet for oral use. &..

Permethrin Cream is an FDA-approved medication that is used in adults and children 2 months of age and older for scabies and lice. This is in the class of medications called pyrethrins that paralyzes and kills the mites and their eggs.   Wha..

Terbinafine HCL is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. This is an FDA-approved prescription that can be used in children who are at least 4 years of age. This medication comes as a 250 mg tablet for oral use. What condi..

Ketoconazole is an antifungal medicine that is used in certain kinds of fungal infections. This may also be used to prevent a relapse after treatment of the first treatment. This is an FDA-approved prescription that comes as a tablet for oral use. W..

Miconazole is an FDA-approved prescription used in certain types of yeast or fungal infections of the skin. This medication can be used to treat adults and children of all ages. This comes as a cream for external use only. What condition does Micona..

Fluconazole is a medication treatment for a variety of fungal and yeast infections. This is in the class of medications called triazole antifungals that effectively stops the growth of certain types of fungus that causes infection. What condition do..

Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication used in people with certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. This is an FDA-approved prescription that is effective in preventing the growth of fungus. What condition does Clotrimazole treat?..

Zonisamide is a prescription medicine used in people with epilepsy. This medicine is a sulfonamide anticonvulsant and a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. This is an FDA-approved prescription that comes as a tablet for oral use. What condition does Zonis..

Topiramate is an oral prescription for seizures. This comes as a tablet with a strength of 25 mg that has already been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. This medicine is anticonvulsant that helps prevent and control seizures. What condit..

Carbamazepine is known as an anti-epileptic or anticonvulsant drug used for seizures. The Food and Drug Administration has already approved this prescription. This helps reduce nerve impulses that cause seizures. What condition does Carbamazepine tr..

Oxcarbazepine is a prescription medicine used to treat and prevent epilepsy. This can be used alone or with other medications to treat the condition. This is an FDA-approved oral medication that helps decrease the nerve impulses that cause epilepsy...

Where is Levetiracetam used? Levetiracetam is an anticonvulsant that is used to control seizures. This is used both in adults and children 3-5 years of age depending on the severity and cause of seizures. Levetiracetam can be used alone or togethe..

Carbamazepine is a prescription medicine recommended by most doctors used to prevent and treat certain types of seizures. It is also given for a painful condition of the head, face, and neck known as trigeminal neuralgia. Tegrital can also be given..

Phenytoin is an anti-seizure medication, which is also called anti-epileptic (AEDs) or anti-convulsant. It is prescribed for people who have epilepsy. Phenytoin is one of the oldest anticonvulsant drugs that is primarily used for: The prevention..

Warfarin Sodium is an anticoagulant medication used to prevent harmful blood clots from forming or growing larger. This is given if you have: Pulmonary embolism (a blood clot in your lungs) Deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot elsewhere in you..

Ivermectin is in the class of medications called anthelmintics used to treat certain parasitic roundworm infections. This is a prescription medicine that paralyzes and kills parasites. Curing parasitic infection helps improve quality of life. In peop..

Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that is mostly recommended by doctors for the: Prevent and control symptoms of asthma such as: Wheezing Shortness of breath Chest tightness Coughing Relieve hay fever and al..

Budesonide is a corticosteroid mostly prescribed by doctors to prevent symptoms of asthma particularly: Shortness of breath Wheezing Budesonide is effective in making breathing easier by lessening the swelling and irritation of the airways..

Fluticasone is a prescription medication that comes in inhalation aerosol and powder for inhalation. It is mostly prescribed by doctors for the treatment of: Asthma Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Nasal polyp It is also ..

Toba DM is an antibiotic and corticosteroid. It is used to treat eye infections caused by a wide spectrum of bacterial. It reduces eye inflammation due to: Uveitis Keratitis Syphilitic Uveitis Visual defects/ disturbances Chemi..

Salbutamol is a bronchodilator used to treat breathing problems such as wheezing and shortness of breath. The condition is particularly; Asthma Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease During a wheezing attack, the air passages into ..

Ampicillin is a penicillin-type of antibiotic prescribed by most doctors for the treatment of various infections caused by bacteria which includes: Chest infections such as bronchitis, and pneumonia Urinary tract infections Ear infec..

Metronidazole is an antiprotozoal and antibiotic medication. It’s effective against anaerobic bacteria and protozoan infections. It is used either alone or along with other antibiotics in treating bacterial infections like: Bacterial..

Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. It is used to treat several types of bacterial infections such as: Eye infection Gum disease like periodontitis Intestinal infection Sinusitis Chest inf..

Clindamycin is a semi-synthetic antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Doctors prescribed it in treating bacterial infections such as: Bones and joint infections such as osteomyelitis Septicemia, blood poisoning Skin and..

Hydroxychloroquine is an oral prescription medication used for the prevention and treatment of certain types of malaria and certain inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus, and porphyria catenae trade.  It’s considered a ..

Cefuroxime is a broad-spectrum antibiotic especially for people who are allergic to penicillin. It is good at treating infections caused by bacteria like: Infection of the airway like bronchitis Gonorrhea, a type of sexually transmitted disea..

Ciprofloxacin is a good and inexpensive antibiotic. It is used to treat and prevent bacterial infections such as: Chest infections like pneumonia, tuberculosis, chronic bronchitis, lower respiratory infections Lung infections like cystic ..

Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic commonly prescribes by most doctors for the treatment and prevention of bacterial infections like: Chest infections such as community-acquired pneumonia (a lung infection), and bronchitis (infections of t..

Erythromycin is an antibiotic commonly prescribed for the treatment of bacterial infections such as: Ear infections like otitis media and otitis externa Chest infections like pneumonia, bronchitis and Legionnaires' disease (a type of lung inf..

Cefdinir is an antibiotic good for treating many common bacterial infections such as: Middle ear infection such as otitis media Skin and soft tissue infections like cellulitis and impetigo Infection of the sinuses such as sinusitis Ches..

Azithromycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections such as: Infections that affects the skin and skin structure Respiratory infections such as pertussis, bronchitis and community acq..

Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic prescribed for a wide variety of bacteria that cause a wide variety of infections like: Urinary tract infections Chest infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis Ear, nose and throat infections such..

Propranolol is a type of beta-blocker with many uses. It is mainly prescribed for: Lower high blood pressure or hypertension among patients with heart problems Angina pectoris (Chronic chest pain) Heart valve disorder Controlling abnorm..

Enalapril is an oral ACE inhibitor prescribed by most doctors for the treatment of: Hypertension or high blood pressure Symptomatic heart failure Prevention of symptomatic heart failure among patients with left ventricular dysfunction with..

Valsartan HCT is a combination medication mostly prescribed by doctors for the treatment and management of high blood pressure after trying other blood pressure-lowering medications. This tablet contains valsartan which is a type of angiotensin II re..

Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker or ARB prescribed by doctors for the treatment and prevention of: High blood pressure with no known cause Reducing the risk of stroke, heart attack among people with coronary heart disease, ty..

Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is commonly prescribed to relieve inflammation and pain due to: Osteoarthritis- a type of arthritis caused by a breakdown of the lining of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis- is a chronic i..

Tamoxifen is the oldest selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM). Since its approved by the FDA in 1998, it has become one of the most commonly prescribed medication for millions of people in the prevention of breast cancer recurrence. Tamoxifen ..

Rizatriptan is a medication used for the treatment of migraine symptoms such as severe throbbing headaches accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to sound and light. This pain killer is specifically used in relieving migraine attacks. It’s Food and ..

Sumatriptan is a type of medication known as a serotonin agonist. It is prescribed to treat migraines headache symptoms with or without aura and cluster headaches. Symptoms of migraine headaches may include severe, throbbing pain accompanied by sensi..

Favipiravir is an antiviral drug that is approved both in Japan and China for influenza treatment. It is a potent drug that selectively inhibits the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase of RNA (RdRp) viruses. Favipiravir is a pyrazine carboxamide derivative ..

Valsartan is an oral medication for the treatment of: High blood pressure in adults and children aged 6 to 18 years old. Treatment of heart failure among adult patients when ACE inhibitors are not suitable for them. Treatment of poorly fun..

Olmesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist primarily prescribed by doctors for the treatment of: High blood pressure with no known cause or also known as essential hypertension. Heart failure Diabetic kidney disease High blood ..

Ivermectin is an anti-parasitic medication used in treating several types of worm infections in the skin and intestine such as: Strongyloidiasis- an infection caused by a type of roundworm (threadworm) that gets inside the body through the skin ..

Mebendazole is a medication for the treatment of worm infections in the gut such as: Hookworm infections Pinworm infections (enterobiasis) Whipworm infections (trichuriasis) Roundworm infections (ascariasis) Hydatid disease Intest..

Naltrexone is a medication primarily prescribed for: The management of alcohol dependence Management of opiod addiction such as methadone, heroin and morphine and to remain drug-free after detoxification from opiod. Naltrexone is FDA-appro..

Acamprosate is a medicine used in the treatment of alcoholism. Alcoholism is a condition in which a person has a physical need or a desire to drink alcohol even though it has a negative impact on their life. An alcoholic person does not know how or w..

Memantine is an oral medication for moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a condition in which the patient’s mental ability, memory, ability to learn, communicate and handle daily activities is slowly impaired. It’..

Verapamil is a prescription drug for the treatment of heart disease such as: High blood pressure Prevention and long-term treatment of angina pectoris attack Slowing down of abnormally fast heartbeats like atrial flutter/ fibrillation and ..

Donepezil is a medication that helps treat dementia (memory loss and mental changes) as a result of mild, moderate or severe Alzheimer’s disease. It’s approved by Food and Drug Administration for medical use in the US since 1996.  It’s one of ..

Losartan potassium is a film-coated tablet prescribed by most doctors for: Lowering the blood pressure of adults and children aged 6 to 18 years suffering from hypertension or high blood pressure with no known cause Treating diabetic kidney d..

Irbesartan is a prescription medication that comes as an oral tablet. It is used for: The treatment and management of high blood pressure The treatment of heart failure The treatment of kidney problems such as diabetic nephropathy due to t..

Felodipine is a medication primarily prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure and angina pectoris or chest pain. High blood pressure is a common condition that approximately one in every three adults in the US has high blood pressure. You ..

Ramipril is a prescription ACE inhibitor that comes as a tablet, capsule, and liquid forms. It’s a medication used to: Treat high blood pressure Reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack and death in patients who have a history of stroke, hea..

Lisinopril is a prescription drug that comes in tablet form. It is indicated for: Treating a heart condition known as symptomatic heart failure Lowering the blood pressure in both adults and children who are at least 6 years of age Improvi..

Cyproheptadine is an oral antihistamine that you can buy over-the-counter as a prescription drug. It is used to help relieve the symptoms of: Hay fever Pet allergies Food allergies Reaction to insect bites Angioneurotic oedema, which..

Fexofenadine is a second-generation antihistamine. It is used for the treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and children aged 6 years and over. It is also used for long-term treatment of chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and adolesce..

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used to relieve irritated, red, itchy, watery eyes; sneezing; runny nose due to: Common cold Hay fever Seasonal allergies It is also used to treat and prevent vomiting, nausea and dizziness due to mot..

Cetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine. It is available over-the-counter and as a prescription drug. It is used to relieve the symptoms of hay fever and other outdoor and indoor allergies. Symptoms of allergies may include rhinitis, itching,..

Budesonide is a prescription steroid medication. It is used to treat asthma symptoms when rescue inhaler is no longer adequate treatment. Budesonide is one of the extensively evaluated inhaled corticosteroids. It helps prevent asthma symptoms like..

Loratadine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamines in the body. It is used to treat allergic conditions like: Allergic rhinitis or hay fever Dust mite allergies, pet allergies Treating itching, nettle-ty..

Beclomethasone Nasal Spray is a prescription medication. It is prescribed for the prevention and control of asthma symptoms like shortness of breath and wheezing in adults and children 5 years of age and older. It is also used to prevent swelling on ..

Brompheniramine is anti-histamine that is readily available over the counter. It belongs to the class of drug known as propylamine. It’s a first generation antihistamine with a very high anticholinergic activity. It is used to help temporarily re..

Azelastine is a prescription antihistamine. It is available as generic and brand names like Astelin and Astepro.  It is chemically different from other antihistamines and is used only as a nasal inhaler. It is indicated for the treatment of symptoms..

Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPIs). It is prescribed for the treatment of conditions caused by too much production of acid in the stomach such as: Heartburn due to erosive esophagitis GERD or Gastroesophageal reflux disease GERD i..

Salicylic Acid is a powerful ingredient that helps fight acne and prevent future breakouts. It has become a staple in most effective skin care regimens. Its ability to get rid of stubborn acne and preventing new blemishes from forming has made it one..

Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist. It is prescribed for the management and prevention of asthma symptoms in adults and children 12 months of age and older. Symptoms of asthma include: Shortness of breath Wheezing Difficulty ..

Famotidine is a prescription drug used to treat conditions like: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Sores in the lining of the intestine and stomach ( stomach and intestinal ulcers) Too much acid in the stomach due to tumors in the sma..

Dapsone gel is an acne-fighting medication. It is used to treat mild to moderate acne vulgaris. It is an effective anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory agent. It works by reducing the bacteria known as P. acnes that cause an acne breakout. It also he..

Hydroquinone is a topical skin treatment for freckles, melisma, sun spots and acne scars.   It is a skin lightening agents found in many whitening creams and dark mark fade treatment. When used along with other acne products such as Retin-A, hydroq..

Doxycycline Hyclate is an antibacterial medication. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat conditions such as: Urinary Tract infections including pneumonia Eye infection Skin infection Infections..

Domperidone is a prescription medication. It is used to help treat and prevent symptoms of stomach disorders.  It helps to prevent nausea and vomiting due to certain medications and health conditions. This is done by helping the stomach to empty mor..

Pantoprazole is a prescription proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is prescribed by doctors for the treatment of stomach conditions such as: Peptic and duodenal ulcers Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Zollinger-Ellison syndrome Short-..

Clindamycin-Benzoyl Peroxide is a prescription topical antibiotic. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infection including the P. acnes responsible for the formation of acne. P. acnes is a common type of bacteria. It feeds on the skins na..

Benzoyl Peroxide is one of the most frequently used acne medication that’s available over-the-counter. It has been used for over a decade and is proven to be an effective acne treatment. It is still until now considered as one of the most successfu..

Ranitidine is an oral medication approved by the U.S FDA since 1984 for the treatment of conditions like: Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome- a condition in which the stomach produces too much acid Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) Prevention of stom..

Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is used to treat conditions like: Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD, a condition in which the backward flow of acid in the stomach causes heartburn and esophagus injury.Zollinger-Ellison synd..

Omeprazole is a prescription drug that comes in packet, suspension, tablet and capsule form. It’s a widely used treatment for: HeartburnGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)IndigestionsErosive esophagitis (damaged in the esophagus due to acid)..

Tretinoin is a topical preparation that comes in a gel, cream and lotion form. It is FDA approved in treating mild to moderate acne. It is also used to treat conditions such as: Sun damaged skinReduction of fine wrinkles and dark skin spotRough a..

Adapalene Benzoyl Peroxide is a combination topical medication. It is prescribed for the treatment of acne vulgaris among patients 9 years of age and older. The combined action of this medication decreases the severity of acne vulgaris. At the same..

Tazarotene is a prescription retinoid product a derivative of vitamin A. It comes as a gel, cream and foam form that you apply to the skin.  It is used to treat several skin conditions like: Acne vulgaris in adults and adolescents who are a..

Clindamycin is a prescription semi-synthetic antibiotic. It comes in different forms that include capsules, gels, creams, injections, solution and many more. It is used to treat serious bacterial infections such as: Severe sinus infections ..

Azelaic Acid (Aziderm Cream) is a prescription medication. It is prescribed by most dermatologists for the treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris. It also clears the swelling, bumps and lesions caused by rosacea, a skin condition that causes f..

Spironolactone is the generic form of Aldactone, a prescription drug. It is used to treat many different disorders like: Hyperaldosteronism, a condition in which the body produces an excess amount of Aldosterone hormoneHeart failureLow leve..

Topical Adapalene (gels and creams) both contain 0.1% of Adapalene as its active ingredient. It is a retinoid medication, a derivative of vitamin A used to treat from mild to moderate acne. Adapalene is a keratolytic or a super exfoliator th..