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Brand and generic names of the drugs pharmacy technicians see most, with what each one is for. It is the deck behind Scriptwise’s flashcards: 252 drugs, sorted by generic name.
252 drugs
| Generic | Brand | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| acetaminophenA pain and fever reliever. Too much harms the liver. | Tylenol | A pain and fever reliever. Too much harms the liver. |
| acetaminophen and codeineAn opioid pain reliever. Schedule III. | Tylenol with Codeine #3 | An opioid pain reliever. Schedule III. |
| acyclovirAn antiviral. Treats herpes and chickenpox. | Zovirax | An antiviral. Treats herpes and chickenpox. |
| adalimumabA TNF blocker injection. Treats autoimmune diseases. | Humira | A TNF blocker injection. Treats autoimmune diseases. |
| albuterolA short-acting beta agonist. The rescue inhaler for asthma. | Ventolin HFA | A short-acting beta agonist. The rescue inhaler for asthma. |
| alendronateA bisphosphonate for osteoporosis. Take upright with water before food. | Fosamax | A bisphosphonate for osteoporosis. Take upright with water before food. |
| allopurinolA xanthine oxidase inhibitor. Prevents gout attacks. | Zyloprim | A xanthine oxidase inhibitor. Prevents gout attacks. |
| alprazolamA benzodiazepine for anxiety and panic. Schedule IV. | Xanax | A benzodiazepine for anxiety and panic. Schedule IV. |
| amiodaroneAn antiarrhythmic. Controls heart rhythm; affects many drugs. | Pacerone | An antiarrhythmic. Controls heart rhythm; affects many drugs. |
| amitriptylineA tricyclic antidepressant. Also used for nerve pain and sleep. | Elavil | A tricyclic antidepressant. Also used for nerve pain and sleep. |
| amlodipineA calcium channel blocker. Lowers blood pressure. | Norvasc | A calcium channel blocker. Lowers blood pressure. |
| amlodipine and benazeprilA calcium channel blocker with an ACE inhibitor. | Lotrel | A calcium channel blocker with an ACE inhibitor. |
| amoxicillinA penicillin antibiotic. Treats ear, throat and chest infections. | Amoxil | A penicillin antibiotic. Treats ear, throat and chest infections. |
| amoxicillin and clavulanateA penicillin antibiotic with a beta-lactamase inhibitor. | Augmentin | A penicillin antibiotic with a beta-lactamase inhibitor. |
| amphetamine and dextroamphetamineA stimulant for ADHD. Schedule II. | Adderall | A stimulant for ADHD. Schedule II. |
| anastrozoleAn aromatase inhibitor. Treats breast cancer after menopause. | Arimidex | An aromatase inhibitor. Treats breast cancer after menopause. |
| apixabanA factor Xa inhibitor. Prevents clots and stroke. | Eliquis | A factor Xa inhibitor. Prevents clots and stroke. |
| aripiprazoleAn atypical antipsychotic. Also added on for depression. | Abilify | An atypical antipsychotic. Also added on for depression. |
| aspirinAn NSAID and antiplatelet. Low dose helps prevent heart attack. | Bayer | An NSAID and antiplatelet. Low dose helps prevent heart attack. |
| atenololA beta blocker. Lowers blood pressure. | Tenormin | A beta blocker. Lowers blood pressure. |
| atomoxetineA non-stimulant for ADHD. Not controlled. | Strattera | A non-stimulant for ADHD. Not controlled. |
| atorvastatinA statin. Lowers LDL cholesterol. | Lipitor | A statin. Lowers LDL cholesterol. |
| azithromycinA macrolide antibiotic. Often dispensed as a 5-day Z-Pak. | Zithromax | A macrolide antibiotic. Often dispensed as a 5-day Z-Pak. |
| baclofenA muscle relaxant. Treats spasticity from MS and spinal injury. | Lioresal | A muscle relaxant. Treats spasticity from MS and spinal injury. |
| beclomethasoneAn inhaled corticosteroid. Prevents asthma attacks; rinse after. | Qvar | An inhaled corticosteroid. Prevents asthma attacks; rinse after. |
| benazeprilAn ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure. | Lotensin | An ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure. |
| benzonatateA cough suppressant. Swallow whole; never chew. | Tessalon Perles | A cough suppressant. Swallow whole; never chew. |
| bictegravir, emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamideA one-pill HIV treatment. | Biktarvy | A one-pill HIV treatment. |
| budesonide and formoterolAn inhaled steroid with a long-acting beta agonist. | Symbicort | An inhaled steroid with a long-acting beta agonist. |
| bumetanideA loop diuretic. Removes extra fluid. | Bumex | A loop diuretic. Removes extra fluid. |
| buprenorphine and naloxoneTreats opioid use disorder. Schedule III. | Suboxone | Treats opioid use disorder. Schedule III. |
| bupropionAn antidepressant. Also helps people quit smoking. | Wellbutrin XL | An antidepressant. Also helps people quit smoking. |
| buspironeAn anti-anxiety drug. Not a benzodiazepine or controlled. | BuSpar | An anti-anxiety drug. Not a benzodiazepine or controlled. |
| butalbital, acetaminophen and caffeineTreats tension headaches. | Fioricet | Treats tension headaches. |
| carbamazepineAn anticonvulsant. Also treats trigeminal nerve pain. | Tegretol | An anticonvulsant. Also treats trigeminal nerve pain. |
| carbidopa and levodopaRestores dopamine. Treats Parkinson's disease. | Sinemet | Restores dopamine. Treats Parkinson's disease. |
| carisoprodolA muscle relaxant. Schedule IV. | Soma | A muscle relaxant. Schedule IV. |
| carvedilolA beta blocker. Treats heart failure and high blood pressure. | Coreg | A beta blocker. Treats heart failure and high blood pressure. |
| cefdinirA third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. | Omnicef | A third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. |
| cefuroximeA second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. | Ceftin | A second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. |
| celecoxibA COX-2 inhibitor NSAID. Treats arthritis pain. | Celebrex | A COX-2 inhibitor NSAID. Treats arthritis pain. |
| cephalexinA first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. | Keflex | A first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. |
| cetirizineAn antihistamine. Treats allergies; mildly drowsy for some. | Zyrtec | An antihistamine. Treats allergies; mildly drowsy for some. |
| chlorthalidoneA thiazide-like diuretic. Lowers blood pressure. | Thalitone | A thiazide-like diuretic. Lowers blood pressure. |
| ciprofloxacinA fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Avoid taking with antacids or dairy. | Cipro | A fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Avoid taking with antacids or dairy. |
| citalopramAn SSRI. Treats depression. | Celexa | An SSRI. Treats depression. |
| clindamycinAn antibiotic. Can cause C. difficile diarrhea. | Cleocin | An antibiotic. Can cause C. difficile diarrhea. |
| clonazepamA benzodiazepine for seizures and panic. Schedule IV. | Klonopin | A benzodiazepine for seizures and panic. Schedule IV. |
| clonidineAn alpha-2 agonist. Lowers blood pressure; do not stop suddenly. | Catapres | An alpha-2 agonist. Lowers blood pressure; do not stop suddenly. |
| clopidogrelAn antiplatelet. Prevents heart attack and stroke. | Plavix | An antiplatelet. Prevents heart attack and stroke. |
| colchicineTreats and prevents gout flares. | Colcrys | Treats and prevents gout flares. |
| conjugated estrogensEstrogen therapy for menopause symptoms. | Premarin | Estrogen therapy for menopause symptoms. |
| cyclobenzaprineA muscle relaxant. Eases muscle spasm; causes drowsiness. | Flexeril | A muscle relaxant. Eases muscle spasm; causes drowsiness. |
| dabigatranA direct thrombin inhibitor. Prevents clots and stroke. | Pradaxa | A direct thrombin inhibitor. Prevents clots and stroke. |
| dapagliflozinAn SGLT2 inhibitor. Treats diabetes, heart failure and kidney disease. | Farxiga | An SGLT2 inhibitor. Treats diabetes, heart failure and kidney disease. |
| denosumabAn injection every 6 months for osteoporosis. | Prolia | An injection every 6 months for osteoporosis. |
| dexamethasoneA long-acting corticosteroid. Calms inflammation. | Decadron | A long-acting corticosteroid. Calms inflammation. |
| diazepamA benzodiazepine for anxiety and muscle spasm. Schedule IV. | Valium | A benzodiazepine for anxiety and muscle spasm. Schedule IV. |
| diclofenacAn NSAID. Comes as tablets and a topical gel. | Voltaren | An NSAID. Comes as tablets and a topical gel. |
| dicyclomineAn antispasmodic. Eases IBS cramping. | Bentyl | An antispasmodic. Eases IBS cramping. |
| digoxinA cardiac glycoside. Treats heart failure and atrial fibrillation. | Lanoxin | A cardiac glycoside. Treats heart failure and atrial fibrillation. |
| diltiazemA calcium channel blocker. Treats high blood pressure and angina. | Cardizem | A calcium channel blocker. Treats high blood pressure and angina. |
| diphenhydramineA sedating antihistamine. Treats allergies and itching. | Benadryl | A sedating antihistamine. Treats allergies and itching. |
| diphenoxylate and atropineSlows diarrhea. Schedule V. | Lomotil | Slows diarrhea. Schedule V. |
| disulfiramMakes drinking alcohol cause a bad reaction. Treats alcohol use disorder. | Antabuse | Makes drinking alcohol cause a bad reaction. Treats alcohol use disorder. |
| divalproex sodiumAn anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer. Needs liver checks. | Depakote | An anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer. Needs liver checks. |
| docusateA stool softener. Eases constipation. | Colace | A stool softener. Eases constipation. |
| donepezilA cholinesterase inhibitor. Treats Alzheimer's disease. | Aricept | A cholinesterase inhibitor. Treats Alzheimer's disease. |
| doxazosinAn alpha blocker. Treats high blood pressure and an enlarged prostate. | Cardura | An alpha blocker. Treats high blood pressure and an enlarged prostate. |
| doxycyclineA tetracycline antibiotic. Not with antacids, dairy or iron. | Vibramycin | A tetracycline antibiotic. Not with antacids, dairy or iron. |
| drospirenone and ethinyl estradiolA combination birth control pill. | Yaz | A combination birth control pill. |
| dulaglutideA GLP-1 agonist. A weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. | Trulicity | A GLP-1 agonist. A weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. |
| duloxetineAn SNRI. Treats depression, anxiety and nerve pain. | Cymbalta | An SNRI. Treats depression, anxiety and nerve pain. |
| dutasterideA 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. Treats an enlarged prostate. | Avodart | A 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. Treats an enlarged prostate. |
| empagliflozinAn SGLT2 inhibitor. Lowers blood sugar and protects the heart. | Jardiance | An SGLT2 inhibitor. Lowers blood sugar and protects the heart. |
| emtricitabine and tenofovir disoproxilTreats HIV and prevents it as PrEP. | Truvada | Treats HIV and prevents it as PrEP. |
| enalaprilAn ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure. | Vasotec | An ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure. |
| enoxaparinA low molecular weight heparin injection. Prevents clots. | Lovenox | A low molecular weight heparin injection. Prevents clots. |
| epinephrineAn auto-injector for severe allergic reactions. | EpiPen | An auto-injector for severe allergic reactions. |
| ergocalciferolVitamin D2. Treats vitamin D deficiency, often weekly. | Drisdol | Vitamin D2. Treats vitamin D deficiency, often weekly. |
| escitalopramAn SSRI. Treats depression and anxiety. | Lexapro | An SSRI. Treats depression and anxiety. |
| esomeprazoleA proton pump inhibitor. Treats GERD. | Nexium | A proton pump inhibitor. Treats GERD. |
| estradiolAn estrogen. Treats menopause symptoms. | Estrace | An estrogen. Treats menopause symptoms. |
| eszopicloneA sleep aid for insomnia. Schedule IV. | Lunesta | A sleep aid for insomnia. Schedule IV. |
| etanerceptA TNF blocker injection. Treats rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. | Enbrel | A TNF blocker injection. Treats rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. |
| ezetimibeBlocks cholesterol absorption in the gut. | Zetia | Blocks cholesterol absorption in the gut. |
| famotidineAn H2 blocker. Lowers stomach acid. | Pepcid | An H2 blocker. Lowers stomach acid. |
| febuxostatA xanthine oxidase inhibitor. Prevents gout attacks. | Uloric | A xanthine oxidase inhibitor. Prevents gout attacks. |
| fenofibrateA fibrate. Lowers triglycerides. | Tricor | A fibrate. Lowers triglycerides. |
| fentanyl transdermalAn opioid patch changed every 72 hours. Schedule II. | Duragesic | An opioid patch changed every 72 hours. Schedule II. |
| fexofenadineA non-drowsy antihistamine. Not with fruit juice. | Allegra | A non-drowsy antihistamine. Not with fruit juice. |
| finasterideA 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. Shrinks an enlarged prostate. | Proscar | A 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. Shrinks an enlarged prostate. |
| fluconazoleAn azole antifungal. Treats yeast infections, often in one dose. | Diflucan | An azole antifungal. Treats yeast infections, often in one dose. |
| fluoxetineAn SSRI. Treats depression, OCD and panic disorder. | Prozac | An SSRI. Treats depression, OCD and panic disorder. |
| fluticasone and salmeterolAn inhaled steroid with a long-acting beta agonist. | Advair Diskus | An inhaled steroid with a long-acting beta agonist. |
| fluticasone furoate and vilanterolAn inhaled steroid and long-acting beta agonist, once a day. | Breo Ellipta | An inhaled steroid and long-acting beta agonist, once a day. |
| fluticasone propionateA corticosteroid nasal spray. Treats allergies. | Flonase | A corticosteroid nasal spray. Treats allergies. |
| furosemideA loop diuretic. Removes extra fluid; can lower potassium. | Lasix | A loop diuretic. Removes extra fluid; can lower potassium. |
| gabapentinAn anticonvulsant. Treats nerve pain and seizures. | Neurontin | An anticonvulsant. Treats nerve pain and seizures. |
| gemfibrozilA fibrate. Lowers triglycerides. | Lopid | A fibrate. Lowers triglycerides. |
| glimepirideA sulfonylurea. Lowers blood sugar. | Amaryl | A sulfonylurea. Lowers blood sugar. |
| glipizideA sulfonylurea. Lowers blood sugar; can cause lows. | Glucotrol | A sulfonylurea. Lowers blood sugar; can cause lows. |
| glyburideA sulfonylurea. Lowers blood sugar. | DiaBeta | A sulfonylurea. Lowers blood sugar. |
| guaifenesinAn expectorant. Loosens mucus. | Mucinex | An expectorant. Loosens mucus. |
| haloperidolA typical antipsychotic. Treats schizophrenia and agitation. | Haldol | A typical antipsychotic. Treats schizophrenia and agitation. |
| hydralazineA vasodilator. Lowers blood pressure. | Apresoline | A vasodilator. Lowers blood pressure. |
| hydrochlorothiazideA thiazide diuretic. Lowers blood pressure. | Microzide | A thiazide diuretic. Lowers blood pressure. |
| hydrocodone and acetaminophenAn opioid pain reliever. Schedule II. | Norco | An opioid pain reliever. Schedule II. |
| hydromorphoneA strong opioid pain reliever. Schedule II. | Dilaudid | A strong opioid pain reliever. Schedule II. |
| hydroxychloroquineTreats lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Needs eye exams. | Plaquenil | Treats lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Needs eye exams. |
| hydroxyzineAn antihistamine. Treats anxiety and itching. | Vistaril | An antihistamine. Treats anxiety and itching. |
| ibandronateA bisphosphonate for osteoporosis. Taken once a month. | Boniva | A bisphosphonate for osteoporosis. Taken once a month. |
| ibuprofenAn NSAID. Treats pain, fever and swelling. | Motrin | An NSAID. Treats pain, fever and swelling. |
| insulin aspartA rapid-acting insulin. Taken with meals. | NovoLog | A rapid-acting insulin. Taken with meals. |
| insulin degludecAn ultra long-acting insulin. Taken once a day. | Tresiba | An ultra long-acting insulin. Taken once a day. |
| insulin glargineA long-acting insulin. Taken once a day. | Lantus | A long-acting insulin. Taken once a day. |
| insulin isophane (NPH)An intermediate-acting insulin. Cloudy; roll to mix. | Humulin N | An intermediate-acting insulin. Cloudy; roll to mix. |
| insulin lisproA rapid-acting insulin. Taken with meals. | Humalog | A rapid-acting insulin. Taken with meals. |
| ipratropiumA short-acting anticholinergic inhaler. Treats COPD. | Atrovent | A short-acting anticholinergic inhaler. Treats COPD. |
| irbesartanAn ARB. Lowers blood pressure and protects the kidneys. | Avapro | An ARB. Lowers blood pressure and protects the kidneys. |
| isosorbide mononitrateA long-acting nitrate. Prevents angina. | Imdur | A long-acting nitrate. Prevents angina. |
| isotretinoinTreats severe acne. Dispensed under the iPLEDGE program. | Accutane | Treats severe acne. Dispensed under the iPLEDGE program. |
| ketorolacA strong NSAID. Limited to 5 days of use. | Toradol | A strong NSAID. Limited to 5 days of use. |
| lamotrigineAn anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer. Watch for a serious rash. | Lamictal | An anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer. Watch for a serious rash. |
| lansoprazoleA proton pump inhibitor. Treats heartburn and ulcers. | Prevacid | A proton pump inhibitor. Treats heartburn and ulcers. |
| latanoprostA prostaglandin eye drop for glaucoma. Used at bedtime. | Xalatan | A prostaglandin eye drop for glaucoma. Used at bedtime. |
| levetiracetamAn anticonvulsant. Prevents seizures. | Keppra | An anticonvulsant. Prevents seizures. |
| levocetirizineAn antihistamine. Treats allergies; taken in the evening. | Xyzal | An antihistamine. Treats allergies; taken in the evening. |
| levofloxacinA fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Can harm tendons. | Levaquin | A fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Can harm tendons. |
| levonorgestrelEmergency contraception, sold over the counter. | Plan B One-Step | Emergency contraception, sold over the counter. |
| levothyroxineThyroid hormone. Treats hypothyroidism; take on an empty stomach. | Synthroid | Thyroid hormone. Treats hypothyroidism; take on an empty stomach. |
| lidocaineA numbing patch for nerve pain, 12 hours on and 12 off. | Lidoderm | A numbing patch for nerve pain, 12 hours on and 12 off. |
| linaclotideTreats IBS with constipation. Take before breakfast. | Linzess | Treats IBS with constipation. Take before breakfast. |
| linagliptinA DPP-4 inhibitor. Lowers blood sugar. | Tradjenta | A DPP-4 inhibitor. Lowers blood sugar. |
| liothyronineThyroid hormone T3. Treats hypothyroidism. | Cytomel | Thyroid hormone T3. Treats hypothyroidism. |
| liraglutideA GLP-1 agonist. A daily injection for type 2 diabetes. | Victoza | A GLP-1 agonist. A daily injection for type 2 diabetes. |
| lisdexamfetamineA stimulant for ADHD and binge eating. Schedule II. | Vyvanse | A stimulant for ADHD and binge eating. Schedule II. |
| lisinoprilAn ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure; can cause a dry cough. | Zestril | An ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure; can cause a dry cough. |
| lithiumA mood stabilizer for bipolar disorder. Needs blood level checks. | Lithobid | A mood stabilizer for bipolar disorder. Needs blood level checks. |
| loperamideSlows diarrhea. Sold over the counter. | Imodium | Slows diarrhea. Sold over the counter. |
| loratadineA non-drowsy antihistamine. Treats allergies. | Claritin | A non-drowsy antihistamine. Treats allergies. |
| lorazepamA benzodiazepine for anxiety. Schedule IV. | Ativan | A benzodiazepine for anxiety. Schedule IV. |
| losartanAn ARB. Lowers blood pressure. | Cozaar | An ARB. Lowers blood pressure. |
| losartan and hydrochlorothiazideAn ARB with a thiazide diuretic. Lowers blood pressure. | Hyzaar | An ARB with a thiazide diuretic. Lowers blood pressure. |
| lovastatinA statin. Lowers cholesterol; take with the evening meal. | Mevacor | A statin. Lowers cholesterol; take with the evening meal. |
| lurasidoneAn atypical antipsychotic. Take with food. | Latuda | An atypical antipsychotic. Take with food. |
| meclizineAn antihistamine. Treats motion sickness and vertigo. | Antivert | An antihistamine. Treats motion sickness and vertigo. |
| medroxyprogesteroneA progestin. Treats abnormal uterine bleeding. | Provera | A progestin. Treats abnormal uterine bleeding. |
| meloxicamAn NSAID. Treats arthritis pain; taken once a day. | Mobic | An NSAID. Treats arthritis pain; taken once a day. |
| memantineAn NMDA blocker. Treats moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. | Namenda | An NMDA blocker. Treats moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. |
| metforminA biguanide. Lowers blood sugar in type 2 diabetes. | Glucophage | A biguanide. Lowers blood sugar in type 2 diabetes. |
| methadoneAn opioid for pain and opioid use disorder. Schedule II. | Dolophine | An opioid for pain and opioid use disorder. Schedule II. |
| methimazoleAn antithyroid drug. Treats hyperthyroidism. | Tapazole | An antithyroid drug. Treats hyperthyroidism. |
| methocarbamolA muscle relaxant. Eases muscle spasm. | Robaxin | A muscle relaxant. Eases muscle spasm. |
| methotrexateTreats rheumatoid arthritis, taken once a week, not daily. | Trexall | Treats rheumatoid arthritis, taken once a week, not daily. |
| methylphenidateA stimulant for ADHD. Schedule II. | Ritalin | A stimulant for ADHD. Schedule II. |
| methylphenidate extended releaseA once-daily stimulant for ADHD. Schedule II. | Concerta | A once-daily stimulant for ADHD. Schedule II. |
| methylprednisoloneA corticosteroid. Often dispensed as a 6-day dose pack. | Medrol | A corticosteroid. Often dispensed as a 6-day dose pack. |
| metoclopramideSpeeds stomach emptying. Treats nausea and reflux. | Reglan | Speeds stomach emptying. Treats nausea and reflux. |
| metoprolol succinateAn extended-release beta blocker. Taken once a day. | Toprol XL | An extended-release beta blocker. Taken once a day. |
| metoprolol tartrateA beta blocker. Lowers blood pressure and heart rate. | Lopressor | A beta blocker. Lowers blood pressure and heart rate. |
| metronidazoleAn antibiotic for anaerobes and parasites. Avoid alcohol. | Flagyl | An antibiotic for anaerobes and parasites. Avoid alcohol. |
| mirabegronA beta-3 agonist. Treats overactive bladder. | Myrbetriq | A beta-3 agonist. Treats overactive bladder. |
| mirtazapineAn antidepressant. Helps with sleep and appetite. | Remeron | An antidepressant. Helps with sleep and appetite. |
| modafinilPromotes wakefulness in narcolepsy and shift work. Schedule IV. | Provigil | Promotes wakefulness in narcolepsy and shift work. Schedule IV. |
| mometasoneA corticosteroid nasal spray. Treats allergies. | Nasonex | A corticosteroid nasal spray. Treats allergies. |
| montelukastA leukotriene blocker. Prevents asthma and allergy symptoms. | Singulair | A leukotriene blocker. Prevents asthma and allergy symptoms. |
| morphine extended releaseA long-acting opioid for severe pain. Schedule II. | MS Contin | A long-acting opioid for severe pain. Schedule II. |
| mupirocinA topical antibiotic ointment. Treats impetigo. | Bactroban | A topical antibiotic ointment. Treats impetigo. |
| naloxoneAn opioid antagonist. Reverses an opioid overdose. | Narcan | An opioid antagonist. Reverses an opioid overdose. |
| naltrexoneAn opioid blocker. Treats alcohol and opioid dependence. | Revia | An opioid blocker. Treats alcohol and opioid dependence. |
| naproxenAn NSAID. Treats pain and swelling; lasts about 12 hours. | Naprosyn | An NSAID. Treats pain and swelling; lasts about 12 hours. |
| nebivololA beta blocker. Lowers blood pressure. | Bystolic | A beta blocker. Lowers blood pressure. |
| nifedipineA calcium channel blocker. Lowers blood pressure. | Procardia XL | A calcium channel blocker. Lowers blood pressure. |
| nirmatrelvir and ritonavirAn antiviral pack for COVID-19. Many drug interactions. | Paxlovid | An antiviral pack for COVID-19. Many drug interactions. |
| nitrofurantoinAn antibiotic for urinary tract infections. Take with food. | Macrobid | An antibiotic for urinary tract infections. Take with food. |
| nitroglycerinA nitrate tablet dissolved under the tongue for chest pain. | Nitrostat | A nitrate tablet dissolved under the tongue for chest pain. |
| norgestimate and ethinyl estradiolA combination birth control pill. | Sprintec | A combination birth control pill. |
| nortriptylineA tricyclic antidepressant. Also used for nerve pain. | Pamelor | A tricyclic antidepressant. Also used for nerve pain. |
| nystatinAn antifungal. Treats oral thrush; swish and swallow. | Mycostatin | An antifungal. Treats oral thrush; swish and swallow. |
| olanzapineAn atypical antipsychotic. Can cause weight gain. | Zyprexa | An atypical antipsychotic. Can cause weight gain. |
| olmesartanAn ARB. Lowers blood pressure. | Benicar | An ARB. Lowers blood pressure. |
| omega-3-acid ethyl estersFish oil by prescription. Lowers triglycerides. | Lovaza | Fish oil by prescription. Lowers triglycerides. |
| omeprazoleA proton pump inhibitor. Treats heartburn, GERD and ulcers. | Prilosec | A proton pump inhibitor. Treats heartburn, GERD and ulcers. |
| ondansetronA 5-HT3 blocker. Prevents nausea and vomiting. | Zofran | A 5-HT3 blocker. Prevents nausea and vomiting. |
| oseltamivirAn antiviral. Treats and prevents the flu. | Tamiflu | An antiviral. Treats and prevents the flu. |
| oxybutyninAn anticholinergic. Treats overactive bladder. | Ditropan XL | An anticholinergic. Treats overactive bladder. |
| oxycodone and acetaminophenAn opioid pain reliever. Schedule II. | Percocet | An opioid pain reliever. Schedule II. |
| oxycodone extended releaseA long-acting opioid for severe pain. Schedule II. | OxyContin | A long-acting opioid for severe pain. Schedule II. |
| pantoprazoleA proton pump inhibitor. Treats GERD. | Protonix | A proton pump inhibitor. Treats GERD. |
| paroxetineAn SSRI. Treats depression and anxiety. | Paxil | An SSRI. Treats depression and anxiety. |
| phenazopyridineNumbs urinary pain. Turns urine orange. | Pyridium | Numbs urinary pain. Turns urine orange. |
| phenytoinAn anticonvulsant. Needs blood level checks. | Dilantin | An anticonvulsant. Needs blood level checks. |
| pioglitazoneA thiazolidinedione. Lowers blood sugar; can cause swelling. | Actos | A thiazolidinedione. Lowers blood sugar; can cause swelling. |
| polyethylene glycol 3350An osmotic laxative. Treats constipation. | MiraLAX | An osmotic laxative. Treats constipation. |
| potassium chlorideA potassium supplement. Often paired with diuretics. | Klor-Con | A potassium supplement. Often paired with diuretics. |
| pramipexoleA dopamine agonist. Treats Parkinson's and restless legs. | Mirapex | A dopamine agonist. Treats Parkinson's and restless legs. |
| pravastatinA statin. Lowers cholesterol. | Pravachol | A statin. Lowers cholesterol. |
| prazosinAn alpha blocker. Lowers blood pressure. | Minipress | An alpha blocker. Lowers blood pressure. |
| prednisoneA corticosteroid. Calms inflammation; take with food. | Deltasone | A corticosteroid. Calms inflammation; take with food. |
| pregabalinTreats nerve pain and fibromyalgia. Schedule V. | Lyrica | Treats nerve pain and fibromyalgia. Schedule V. |
| promethazineA phenothiazine antihistamine. Treats nausea and allergies. | Phenergan | A phenothiazine antihistamine. Treats nausea and allergies. |
| propranololA nonselective beta blocker. Also prevents migraines and tremor. | Inderal | A nonselective beta blocker. Also prevents migraines and tremor. |
| pseudoephedrineA decongestant sold behind the counter with daily limits. | Sudafed | A decongestant sold behind the counter with daily limits. |
| quetiapineAn atypical antipsychotic. Treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. | Seroquel | An atypical antipsychotic. Treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. |
| quinaprilAn ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure. | Accupril | An ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure. |
| raloxifeneA SERM. Prevents osteoporosis after menopause. | Evista | A SERM. Prevents osteoporosis after menopause. |
| ramiprilAn ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure and protects the heart. | Altace | An ACE inhibitor. Lowers blood pressure and protects the heart. |
| ranolazineTreats chronic angina. | Ranexa | Treats chronic angina. |
| regular insulinA short-acting insulin. Taken 30 minutes before meals. | Humulin R | A short-acting insulin. Taken 30 minutes before meals. |
| risperidoneAn atypical antipsychotic. Treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. | Risperdal | An atypical antipsychotic. Treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. |
| rivaroxabanA factor Xa inhibitor. Prevents clots and stroke. | Xarelto | A factor Xa inhibitor. Prevents clots and stroke. |
| ropiniroleA dopamine agonist. Treats Parkinson's and restless legs. | Requip | A dopamine agonist. Treats Parkinson's and restless legs. |
| rosuvastatinA statin. Lowers cholesterol. | Crestor | A statin. Lowers cholesterol. |
| sacubitril and valsartanAn ARNI. Treats heart failure. | Entresto | An ARNI. Treats heart failure. |
| scopolamineA patch behind the ear that prevents motion sickness. | Transderm Scop | A patch behind the ear that prevents motion sickness. |
| semaglutideA GLP-1 agonist. A weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. | Ozempic | A GLP-1 agonist. A weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. |
| sertralineAn SSRI. Treats depression and anxiety. | Zoloft | An SSRI. Treats depression and anxiety. |
| sildenafilA PDE5 inhibitor. Treats ED; never with nitrates. | Viagra | A PDE5 inhibitor. Treats ED; never with nitrates. |
| simvastatinA statin. Lowers cholesterol; taken in the evening. | Zocor | A statin. Lowers cholesterol; taken in the evening. |
| sitagliptinA DPP-4 inhibitor. Lowers blood sugar. | Januvia | A DPP-4 inhibitor. Lowers blood sugar. |
| solifenacinAn anticholinergic. Treats overactive bladder. | Vesicare | An anticholinergic. Treats overactive bladder. |
| spironolactoneA potassium-sparing diuretic. Treats heart failure and swelling. | Aldactone | A potassium-sparing diuretic. Treats heart failure and swelling. |
| sucralfateCoats and protects ulcers. Take on an empty stomach. | Carafate | Coats and protects ulcers. Take on an empty stomach. |
| sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprimA sulfa antibiotic. Treats urinary tract infections. | Bactrim | A sulfa antibiotic. Treats urinary tract infections. |
| sumatriptanA triptan. Stops a migraine once it starts. | Imitrex | A triptan. Stops a migraine once it starts. |
| tadalafilA PDE5 inhibitor. Treats ED and an enlarged prostate; never with nitrates. | Cialis | A PDE5 inhibitor. Treats ED and an enlarged prostate; never with nitrates. |
| tamoxifenBlocks estrogen in breast tissue. Treats and prevents breast cancer. | Nolvadex | Blocks estrogen in breast tissue. Treats and prevents breast cancer. |
| tamsulosinAn alpha blocker. Eases urination with an enlarged prostate. | Flomax | An alpha blocker. Eases urination with an enlarged prostate. |
| telmisartanAn ARB. Lowers blood pressure. | Micardis | An ARB. Lowers blood pressure. |
| temazepamA benzodiazepine for sleep. Schedule IV. | Restoril | A benzodiazepine for sleep. Schedule IV. |
| terazosinAn alpha blocker. Treats an enlarged prostate. | Hytrin | An alpha blocker. Treats an enlarged prostate. |
| terbinafineAn antifungal. Treats nail and skin fungus. | Lamisil | An antifungal. Treats nail and skin fungus. |
| ticagrelorAn antiplatelet. Prevents heart attack and stroke. | Brilinta | An antiplatelet. Prevents heart attack and stroke. |
| timololA beta blocker eye drop. Treats glaucoma. | Timoptic | A beta blocker eye drop. Treats glaucoma. |
| tiotropiumA long-acting anticholinergic inhaler. Treats COPD. | Spiriva | A long-acting anticholinergic inhaler. Treats COPD. |
| tirzepatideA GIP and GLP-1 agonist. A weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. | Mounjaro | A GIP and GLP-1 agonist. A weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. |
| tizanidineA muscle relaxant. Treats spasticity. | Zanaflex | A muscle relaxant. Treats spasticity. |
| tolterodineAn anticholinergic. Treats overactive bladder. | Detrol | An anticholinergic. Treats overactive bladder. |
| topiramateAn anticonvulsant. Prevents seizures and migraines. | Topamax | An anticonvulsant. Prevents seizures and migraines. |
| torsemideA loop diuretic. Removes extra fluid. | Demadex | A loop diuretic. Removes extra fluid. |
| tramadolAn opioid pain reliever. Schedule IV. | Ultram | An opioid pain reliever. Schedule IV. |
| trazodoneAn antidepressant. Often used at night for sleep. | Desyrel | An antidepressant. Often used at night for sleep. |
| tretinoinA topical retinoid. Treats acne. | Retin-A | A topical retinoid. Treats acne. |
| triamcinoloneA corticosteroid. Used as a cream or an injection. | Kenalog | A corticosteroid. Used as a cream or an injection. |
| valacyclovirAn antiviral. Treats herpes and shingles. | Valtrex | An antiviral. Treats herpes and shingles. |
| valsartanAn ARB. Lowers blood pressure and treats heart failure. | Diovan | An ARB. Lowers blood pressure and treats heart failure. |
| vareniclineHelps people quit smoking. | Chantix | Helps people quit smoking. |
| venlafaxineAn SNRI. Treats depression and anxiety. | Effexor XR | An SNRI. Treats depression and anxiety. |
| verapamilA calcium channel blocker. Slows the heart rate. | Calan | A calcium channel blocker. Slows the heart rate. |
| warfarinA vitamin K antagonist. Prevents clots; needs INR checks. | Coumadin | A vitamin K antagonist. Prevents clots; needs INR checks. |
| zolpidemA sleep aid for insomnia. Schedule IV. | Ambien | A sleep aid for insomnia. Schedule IV. |
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