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Stieprox
Ciclopirox belongs to the group of medications known as antifungals. It works by preventing certain types of fungus from growing and reproducing. The cream
Stieva-A
Tretinoin is used to treat certain types of acne. Tretinoin works by causing the skin’s outer layer to grow more quickly and be replaced
Stievamycin
This combination product contains two medications, tretinoin and erythromycin, and is used to treat certain types of acne. Tretinoin helps acne by exfoliating the
Stivarga
Regorafenib belongs to the class of medications known as antineoplastics, or anti-cancer medications. Specifically it belongs to the group of medications called multikinase inhibitors. It is
Stomak-Care Multi Action
Bismuth subsalicylate belongs to a class of medications called antacids and adsorbents. It is used to help relieve heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, nausea, and
Stool Softener by Banner
Docusate sodium belongs to the family of medications known as stool softeners. It is used to treat and prevent occasional constipation due to hard
Stool Softener by Perrigo
Docusate sodium belongs to the family of medications known as stool softeners. It is used to treat and prevent occasional constipation due to hard
Stool Softener by pms
Docusate sodium belongs to the family of medications known as stool softeners. It is used to treat and prevent occasional constipation due to hard
Stool Softener by Vita Health
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
Stramucin
Mupirocin belongs to the class of medications called topical antibiotics. It is applied topically (to the skin) to treat skin infections such as impetigo, caused by
Strattera
Atomoxetine belongs to a family of medications known as selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. It is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It
Stribild
This is a combination product that contains 4 medications in 1 tablet: cobicistat, emtricitabine, elvitegravir, and tenofovir. These 4 medications are used in combination
Stromectol
Ivermectin belongs to the class of medications called antiparasitic agents. It is used to treat infections caused by certain parasitic worms that live under the skin
Stubborn Acne Spot Gel
Benzoyl peroxide is used to treat acne. It works by killing the bacteria that cause acne, drying the acne pimples, and helping the skin to peel.
Sublinox
Zolpidem belongs to the class of medications called sedative-hypnotics. It is used for the short-term and symptomatic relief of sleep disturbances. Zolpidem can help
Sublocade
Buprenorphine extended-release injection belongs to the class of medications called partial opioid agonists. It is used, together with an overall addiction treatment program that
Suboxone
This combination medication contains two active ingredients: buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine belongs to a group of medications known as partial opiate agonists. Naloxone belongs
Sucralfate-1
Sucralfate belongs to the class of medications called gastroduodenal cytoprotective agents. Sucralfate is used to treat duodenal and stomach ulcers and to prevent duodenal
Sucrets
Dextromethorphan belongs to a group of medications called antitussives (cough suppressants). This medication works by suppressing dry, hacking coughs. It is usually used for
Sudafed
Pseudoephedrine belongs to a group of medications called decongestants. It is used to temporarily relieve symptoms of nasal or sinus congestion that occur with
Sudafed Sinus Advance
This product is a combination of 2 medications: ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine. Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces pain, fever, and inflammation by reducing a
Sulcrate
Sucralfate belongs to the class of medications called gastroduodenal cytoprotective agents. Sucralfate is used to treat duodenal and stomach ulcers and to prevent duodenal
Sulfacet-R
Sulfacetamide – sulfur belongs to the class of medications called acne therapy. It is used to treat severe acne, bacterial folliculitis (infection of hair
Sulfinpyrazone
Sulfinpyrazone is used to treat chronic gout and certain blood clotting disorders. It appears to decrease blood clotting by making platelets (cells that cause
Sumatriptan by Pro Doc
Sumatriptan belongs to a class of medications known as 5-hydroxytryptamine agonists (also called "triptans"). It is used to treat migraine headaches with or without aura (warning signs that
Sumatriptan by Sanis
Sumatriptan belongs to a class of medications known as 5-hydroxytryptamine agonists (also called "triptans"). It is used to treat migraine headaches with or without aura (warning signs that
Sumatriptan DF by Sivem
Sumatriptan belongs to a class of medications known as 5-hydroxytryptamine agonists (also called "triptans"). It is used to treat migraine headaches with or without aura (warning signs that
Summit Ultra
This is a combination product containing 2 medications: methocarbamol and ibuprofen. It is used to relieve pain associated with muscle spasm such as strains
Sunleca
Lenacapavir belongs to the class of medications called antiretroviral agents.Specifically, it is a capsid inhibitor. This medication is used with other antiretroviral medications by
Sunosi
Solriamfetol belongs to the class of medications called psychoanaleptics. It is used to treat excessive daytime sleepiness for adults who have narcolepsy or sleep
Sunvepra
Asunaprevir is an antiviral agent. Specifically, it belongs to the class of medications known as protease inhibitors. Protease is an enzyme that viruses need
Supemtek
This medication belongs to a group of medications known as vaccines. It is used to prevent influenza (the flu). Influenza is a common viral illness caused by 2
Supeudol
Oxycodone belongs to a group of medications known as opioid analgesics (narcotic pain relievers). It is used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain. It decreases pain
Suprax
Cefixime is an antibiotic that belongs to the family of medications known as cephalosporins. It is used to treat certain types of bacterial infections.
Suprefact
Buserelin is a medication that has been designed to mimic the actions of natural gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH or LHRH), a hormone released from
Suprefact Depot
Buserelin is a medication that has been designed to mimic the actions of natural gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH or LHRH), a hormone released from
Sustiva
Efavirenz belongs to the class of medications called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs). Efavirenz is used in a combination with other anti-HIV drugs to
Sutent
Sunitinib belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics and more specifically to a class of medications called tyrosine kinase inhibitors. These medications are antitumour
Suvexx
This medication contains two active ingredients: naproxen and sumatriptan. Naproxen belongs to a group of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDs). Sumatriptan belongs to a class
Symbicort Turbuhaler
This combination product contains two medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to the group of medications known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the
Symdeko
This is a combination product that contains two medications: ivacaftor and tezacaftor. It is used to treat cystic fibrosis (CF) in adults and adolescents over the
Symtuza
Darunavir-cobicistat-emtricitabine-tenofovir alafenamide is a combination medication used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and help prevent the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from reproducing. HIV is
Synagis
Palivizumab belongs to the class of medications known as monoclonal antibodies. Antibodies are used to protect people against infections. Palivizumab is used to prevent
Synalar
Fluocinolone acetonide is a member of the family of medications known as corticosteroids and has an anti-inflammatory and anti-itching effect. This medication is used to relieve inflammation
Synarel
Nafarelin belongs to a group of medications known as gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogues. It is used to relieve the symptoms of endometriosis (e.g., pelvic
Synflorix
This medication belongs to a group of medications known as vaccines. It is used to prevent pneumonia (lung infection), meningitis (brain lining infection), ear
Synjardy
Empagliflozin – metformin is a combination of 2 medications that work in different ways to reduce blood sugar. Both empagliflozin and metformin belong to
Synphasic
Norethindrone – ethinyl estradiol belongs to the class of medications called oral contraceptives (birth control pills). It is an estrogen (ethinyl estradiol) and progestin (norethindrone)
Synthroid
Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone supplement used to treat people who do not produce enough thyroid hormone on their own. Levothyroxine helps to reduce
Synvisc
Hylan G-F 20 belongs to the group of medications known as synovial fluid replacements. It is used to relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis (a condition
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