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Citalopram belongs to a group of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used to treat depression. SSRIs improve depression by increasing the amount of serotonin (a

Clarithromycin belongs to the group of medications called macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria. It works by killing or stopping the growth

Clonazepam belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepines. In general, benzodiazepines are used as a sedative or to decrease seizures or anxiety. Clonazepam

Clonidine belongs to the group of medications called antihypertensives or vascular stabilizers. It is used alone or in combination with thiazide diuretics (e.g., hydrochlorothiazide) to treat high blood pressure. It

Clopidogrel belongs to the class of medications called platelet aggregation inhibitors or antiplatelets. Clopidogrel is used to help prevent heart attacks, strokes, and other

This is a combination medication containing 3 active ingredients: hydrocortisone, neomycin, and polymyxin B. Neomycin and polymyxin B belong to the class of medications

Cyclosporine belongs to the groups of medications known as immunosuppressant agents. It is used to prevent the rejection of organ transplants and bone marrow

Dapagliflozin belongs to the class of medications known as oral antihyperglycemic agents. It is used alone and in combination with other medications to control blood

Deferasirox belongs to the class of medications known as iron chelators. It is used to treat the iron overload that occurs when anemia is

Dexamethasone belongs to the family of medications known as corticosteroids. Dexamethasone eye drops and ointment are used to treat a number of eye conditions

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

Diclofenac ophthalmic solution belongs to the class of medications called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to relieve inflammation and pain in the eye after

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

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

Dimenhydrinate belongs to a group of medications called antiemetics. This medication is used to prevent and treat motion sickness as well as nausea and

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

Docusate sodium belongs to the family of medications known as stool softeners. It is used to treat and prevent occasional constipation due to hard stools. Docusate sodium works

Donepezil belongs to the class of medications called cholinesterase inhibitors. It works to increase the level of the chemical messenger acetylcholine in the brain,

Dorzolamide belongs to the family of medications called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Dorzolamide is used to reduce the pressure inside the eye for people with

This is a combination medication that contains two ingredients: dorzolamide and timolol. Dorzolamide is a member of the family of medications known as carbonic

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

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

This is a combination product that contains three medications in one tablet: efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir. These medications belong to the class of medications

Enalapril belongs to the class of medications called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart

Entacapone belongs to a group of medications called catechol-O-methyl transferase (COMT) inhibitors. It is used along with levodopa-carbidopa or levodopa-benserazide to treat Parkinson’s disease.

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

Estradiol patch belongs to the class of medications known as estrogen replacement therapy. It is used for the management of menopausal symptoms such as

Everolimus belongs to the class of medications called antineoplastics. It is used to treat certain forms of advanced cancers. It may be used in combination

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

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

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

Fenofibrate (crystals) belongs to the class of medications known as fibrates. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to treat certain types

Fenofibrate belongs to the class of medications known as fibrates. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to treat people with certain

Fentanyl belongs to a group of medications called opioids. Fentanyl is used to treat persistent chronic (long-term) severe pain for those who need constant

Fesoterodine belongs to the family of medications called anticholinergics. It is also an antispasmodic. Fesoterodine is used to treat symptoms associated with an overactive bladder, such as urinary urgency

Finasteride belongs to a group of medications known as 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors. Finasteride is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate. Finasteride

Finasteride belongs to a group of medications known as 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors. It is used to treat male pattern baldness by preventing the enzyme

Fingolimod belongs to the class of medications called sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P) receptor modulators. It is used to treat the relapsing-remitting form of multiple sclerosis (MS). Fingolimod

Fluoxetine belongs to a class of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used for the treatment of depression and helps to elevate mood. Fluoxetine is

Fluvastatin belongs to the family of medications known as cholesterol-lowering drugs. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to treat adults with high cholesterol

Fluvoxamine belongs to the class of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used to treat depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It

This medication is an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It is used to treat locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer in people

Gentamicin belongs to the family of medications known as antibiotics. It is used to treat infections of the eye or ear that are caused

Gliclazide modified release (MR) belongs to the class of medications called oral hypoglycemics. It is used for the control of blood glucose in people

Glimepiride belongs to a group of medications known as oral hypoglycemics. It is used to control blood sugar for people with type 2 diabetes. It

Glyburide is an antidiabetes medication that belongs to the family of medications known as sulfonylureas. It is used to treat high blood sugar (hyperglycemia)

Hydrocortisone topical (cream, lotion, or ointment applied to the skin) belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids. It is used for temporary relief of minor

Indomethacin belongs to the class of medications known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs). It works by reducing pain, swelling, and inflammation. Indomethacin is used for

Irbesartan belongs to a family of medicines known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. These medicines are used to lower high blood pressure and work

This is a combination medication containing irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Irbesartan belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin II blockers that helps to lower