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Apo-Darunavir
Darunavir belongs to a class of medications called antiretrovirals, or more specifically, protease inhibitors (PIs). Darunavir is used in combination with ritonavir and other
Apo-Dasatinib
Dasatinib belongs to the class of medications called protein-tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Dasatinib works by inhibiting the activity of proteins that are responsible for the
Apo-deferasirox
Deferasirox belongs to the class of medications known as iron chelators. It is used to treat the iron overload that occurs when anemia is
Apo-Desipramine
Desipramine belongs to the class of medications known as tricyclic antidepressants. Desipramine helps to elevate mood and eliminate or reduce other symptoms associated with
Apo-Desmopressin
The tablet form of desmopressin belongs to the class of medications known as antidiuretics. It is a hormone taken by mouth to control excessive
Apo-Desvenlafaxine
Desvenlafaxine belongs to the class of antidepressant medications known as selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). It is used to treat depression. It
Apo-Dexamethasone
Dexamethasone belongs to the group of medications known as corticosteroids. It may be used to treat a wide variety of conditions. It can be
Apo-Dextroamphetamine
Dextroamphetamine belongs to the family of medications known as stimulants. This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (falling
Apo-Diazepam
Diazepam belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepines. It is used for the short-term relief of symptoms of mild-to-moderate anxiety or alcohol withdrawal (such as agitation).
Apo-Diclo
Diclofenac belongs to the class of medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs). It is used to reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation. The diclofenac sodium
Apo-Diltiaz
Diltiazem belongs to a family of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure and
Apo-Diltiaz CD
Diltiazem belongs to a family of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure and
Apo-Diltiaz SR
Diltiazem belongs to a family of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure and
Apo-Diltiaz TZ
Diltiazem belongs to a family of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure and
Apo-Dimenhydrinate
Dimenhydrinate belongs to a group of medications called antiemetics. This medication is used to prevent and treat motion sickness as well as nausea and
Apo-Dimethyl Fumarate
Dimethyl fumarate is a medication that acts on the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). It is used to reduce how often the
Apo-Dipyridamole
Dipyridamole belongs to the class of medications called platelet aggregation inhibitors or antiplatelets. It is used to prevent blood clots that may occur after
Apo-Divalproex
Divalproex belongs to the family of medications called anticonvulsants. It is used to manage and control certain types of seizures. It can be used alone or in combination
Apo-Docusate Calcium
Docusate calcium belongs to the family of medications knows as stool softeners. It is used to treat and prevent occasional constipation due to hard
Apo-Docusate Sodium
Docusate sodium belongs to the family of medications known as stool softeners. It is used to treat and prevent occasional constipation due to hard
Apo-Domperidone
Domperidone belongs to the group of medications called dopamine antagonists. It is used to treat slowed movement in the gastrointestinal tract associated with diabetes
Apo-Donepezil
Donepezil belongs to the class of medications called cholinesterase inhibitors. It works to increase the level of the chemical messenger acetylcholine in the brain,
Apo-Dorzo-Timop
This is a combination medication that contains two ingredients: dorzolamide and timolol. Dorzolamide is a member of the family of medications known as carbonic
Apo-Doxazosin
Doxazosin belongs to the family of medications called antihypertensives, specifically the alpha-1 receptor antagonists (alpha blockers). It is used to treat mild to moderate high blood pressure.
Apo-Doxepin
Doxepin belongs to the family of medications known as tricyclic antidepressants. It is used to treat depression, especially when anxiety is one of the
Apo-Doxy
Doxycycline belongs to the class of medications called tetracyclines. Although in higher strengths, it is an antibiotic that is used to treat certain types of
Apo-Doxylamine/B6
This medication belongs to the class of medications called antinauseants. This medication is used to treat the nausea and vomiting of pregnancy. It contains
Apo-Duloxetine
Duloxetine belongs to the class of medications called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). It is used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. It can also be
Apo-Dutasteride
Dutasteride belongs to a class of medications known as 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors. It is used to relieve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men
Apo-Efavirenz-Emtricitabine-Tenofovir
This is a combination product that contains three medications in one tablet: efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir. These medications belong to the class of medications
Apo-Eletriptan
Eletriptan belongs to the class of medications known as 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor agonists. Eletriptan is used to treat migraine headaches with or without aura (warning
Apo-Eltrombopag
Eltrombopag belongs to the class of medications called thrombopoietin receptor agonists. It is used to increase the number of platelets in the blood for
Apo-Emtricitabine/Tenofovir
This is a combination medication that contains fixed doses of two medications in one tablet: emtricitabine and tenofovir. Emtricitabine and tenofovir both belong to
Apo-Enalapril
Enalapril belongs to the class of medications called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart
Apo-Enalapril Maleate/HCTZ
This is a combination product that contains 2 medications used to lower high blood pressure: enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide. Enalapril belongs to a class of medications
Apo-Entecavir
Entecavir belongs to a group of medications called antivirals. It is used to treat people with chronic hepatitis B infection with evidence of active hepatitis B virus
Apo-Erlotinib
Erlotinib is an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It is used to treat locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer for people in whom
Apo-Erythro Base
Erythromycin belongs to the class of medications known as macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by certain types of bacteria. It
Apo-Erythro E-C
Erythromycin belongs to the class of medications known as macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by certain types of bacteria. It
Apo-Erythro-ES
Erythromycin ethylsuccinate belongs to the class of medications known as macrolide antibiotics. It works by killing the bacteria or preventing their growth. It is
Apo-Erythro-S
Erythromycin belongs to the class of medications known as macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by certain types of bacteria. It
Apo-Escitalopram
Escitalopram belongs to the group of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It
Apo-Esomeprazole
Esomeprazole belongs to the family of medications known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). In adults and children, it is used to treat conditions such as reflux esophagitis (tissue
Apo-Exemestane
Exemestane belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics. Exemestane is often used to treat breast cancers that depend on estrogen for
Apo-Ezetimibe
Ezetimibe belongs to the group of medications known as cholesterol absorption inhibitors. It lowers cholesterol levels by decreasing the body’s ability to absorb cholesterol
Apo-Famciclovir
Famciclovir belongs to the family of medications known as antivirals.It is used to treat genital herpes and prevent recurring episodes of genital herpes. It
Apo-Famotidine
Famotidine belongs to a class of medications called H2 antagonists. It is used to treat stomach and duodenal (intestinal) ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and conditions where too
Apo-Felodipine
Felodipine belongs to a class of medications called calcium channel blockers. It may be used alone or with other medications to treat mild-to-moderate high blood pressure.
Apo-Feno-Micro
Fenofibrate belongs to the class of medications known as fibrates. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to treat people with abnormal
Apo-Feno-Super
Fenofibrate belongs to the class of medications known as fibrates. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to treat people with certain
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