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  • Apo-Hydro

    Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to the group of medications called diuretics. It is also an antihypertensive. It is used to decrease fluid retention (edema) caused by

    Apo-Hydromorphone

    Hydromorphone belongs to the family of medications known as opioid analgesics (narcotic pain relievers). It is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain, including pain after surgery. Hydromorphone works

    Apo-Hydromorphone CR

    Hydromorphone controlled-release belongs to the family of medications known as opioid analgesics (narcotic pain relievers). It is used to treat chronic, severe pain. Hydromorphone

    Apo-Hydroxyquine

    Hydroxychloroquine belongs to a group of medications known as anti-inflammatories and antimalarials. It is used alone or in combination with other anti-arthritic medications to

    Apo-Hydroxyurea

    Hydroxyurea belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics, and specifically to the group of antineoplastics known as antimetabolites. Hydroxyurea fights cancer

    Apo-Hydroxyzine

    Hydroxyzine belongs to the class of medications called antihistamines. It is used to relieve itching and other symptoms caused by allergic conditions. It can

    Apo-Ibuprofen

    Ibuprofen belongs to the class of medications known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to treat fever and mild-to-moderate pain caused by inflammation. It is believed

    Apo-Imatinib

    Imatinib belongs to a family of medications called protein tyrosine kinase inhibitors. It is used to treat adults and children who have been newly

    Apo-Indapamide

    Indapamide belongs to the family of medications called diuretics ("water pills"). It is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat mild

    Apo-Indomethacin

    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

    Apo-Ipravent

    Ipratropium belongs to the group of medications called bronchodilators. It is used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

    Apo-Ipravent Nasal Spray

    Ipratropium belongs to the family of medications called anticholinergics. Ipratropium nasal spray comes in two strengths that are used for different purposes. The 0.03%

    Apo-Irbesartan

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

    Apo-Irbesartan/HCTZ

    This combination product contains 2 medications: irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. It is used to reduce high blood pressure. Irbesartan belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin II

    Apo-ISMN

    Isosorbide-5-mononitrate belongs to the family of medications known as anti-anginals. This medication is used to prevent angina attacks associated with coronary artery disease. It

    Apo-Ketoconazole

    Ketoconazole belongs to the family of medications called antifungals. It is used to treat certain types of serious fungal infections. Ketoconazole is used to treat both internal (in

    Apo-Ketorolac

    Ketorolac belongs to the group of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for the short-term treatment (5 to 7 days) of

    Apo-Ketotifen

    Ketotifen belongs to the classes of medications called antiallergics and asthma prophylactics. This medication is used in combination with other medications to treat mild

    Apo-Labetalol

    Labetalol belongs to a class of medications called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure. It helps to decrease blood pressure by

    Apo-Lactulose

    Lactulose is an osmotic laxative. It is used for the relief of constipation, including chronic constipation, as directed by your doctor. It works over

    Apo-Lamivudine

    Lamivudine is used in combination with other medications to treat the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV is the virus responsible for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).

    Apo-Lamivudine HBV

    Lamivudine belongs to a group of medications known as antivirals. It is used to treat people with chronic hepatitis B infection and evidence of

    Apo-Lamivudine-Zidovudine

    Lamivudine and zidovudine belong to a class of medications called nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). Reverse transcriptase is a part of the human immunodeficiency

    Apo-Lamotrigine

    Lamotrigine belongs to a class of medications known as antiepileptics. It is used alone or in combination with other medications to manage seizures associated with epilepsy when

    Apo-Lansoprazole

    Lansoprazole belongs to the family of medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). These medications slow or prevent the production of acid within the stomach. Lansoprazole is used

    Apo-Lansoprazole-Amoxicillin-Clarithromycin

    This is a product that contains three separate medications: lansoprazole, clarithromycin, and amoxicillin. Lansoprazole belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitors

    Apo-Latanoprost

    Latanoprost belongs to a class of medications called prostaglandin analogs. It works to reduce the pressure in the eye by allowing fluid in the

    Apo-Latanoprost-Timop

    This is a combination product containing two different medications: latanoprost and timolol. Latanoprost belongs to a class of medications called prostaglandin analogs. It works

    Apo-Leflunomide

    Leflunomide belongs to the class of medications called immunomodulators. It is used to treat some of the symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis, such as

    Apo-Lenalidomide

    Lenalidomide belongs to the class of cancer-fighting medications called antineoplastics, and specifically to the group of antineoplastics known as immunomodulatory agents. It has several actions that reduce

    Apo-Letrozole

    Letrozole belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics, and specifically to the type of antineoplastics known as nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor. Letrozole

    Apo-Levetiracetam

    Levetiracetam belongs to the class of medications called antiepileptics. It is used in combination with other seizure-control medications to treat and prevent seizures associated with epilepsy. Levetiracetam

    Apo-Levocarb

    This is a combination product containing two medications: levodopa and carbidopa. It is used to treat Parkinson’s disease. Levodopa helps to control the symptoms of

    Apo-Levocarb CR

    This is a combination product containing two medications: levodopa and carbidopa. It is used to treat Parkinson’s disease. Levodopa helps to control the symptoms of

    Apo-Levofloxacin

    Levofloxacin belongs to the class of medications called quinolones. It is an antibiotic used for the treatment of certain bacterial infections. It is most commonly used to

    Apo-Levothyroxine

    Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone supplement for people who do not produce enough thyroid hormone on their own. Levothyroxine helps to reduce the symptoms of

    Apo-Linezolid

    Linezolid belongs to the family of medications called antibiotics. It is used to kill certain types of bacteria that cause infections in the abdomen,

    Apo-Lisdexamfetamine

    Lisdexamfetamine belongs to the class of medications known as central nervous system stimulants. It is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It

    Apo-Lisinopril

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

    Apo-Lisinopril/HCTZ

    This is a combination product containing 2 medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. It is used to treat high blood pressure. Lisinopril belongs to a class

    Apo-Lithium Carbonate

    Lithium is used to treat manic episodes of bipolar disorder. It helps to control the symptoms of mania, which may include reduced need for

    Apo-Lodalis

    Colesevelam belongs to the class of medications known as bile acid sequestrants. When used along with changes to diet and exercise, this medication helps to reduce

    Apo-Loperamide

    Loperamide belongs to the family of medications called antidiarrheals. Loperamide, along with rehydration therapy (fluids and electrolytes), is used to treat short bouts of

    Apo-Loratadine

    Loratadine belongs to the class of medications called second-generation antihistamines, specifically the class known as histamine receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of one of

    Apo-Lorazepam

    Lorazepam belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepines. Lorazepam is used for the short-term relief of the symptoms of excessive anxiety. It works

    Apo-Losartan

    Losartan belongs to a family of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. These medications are used in adults and children over the age of

    Apo-Losartan/HCTZ

    This is a combination product that contains 2 medications used to lower high blood pressure (hypertension), losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan belongs to the class

    Apo-Lovastatin

    Lovastatin belongs to the family of medications known as lipid metabolism regulators. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to lower high

    Apo-Loxapine

    Loxapine belongs to the class of medications called antipsychotics. It is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia. This medication is believed to work by changing the

    Apo-Medroxy

    Medroxyprogesterone belongs to the family of medications known as progestins. Progestins are female hormones. They are produced by the body and are necessary along

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