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Sertraline belongs to a class of medications known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used to treat depression, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive

Sildenafil belongs to a group of medications called phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (male impotence). It helps

Simvastatin belongs to the group of medications known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors ("statins"). It is used in addition to diet and exercise to lower cholesterol levels.

Tadalafil belongs to a group of medications called phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors. It is used to treat erectile dysfunction (male impotence). It helps to

Topiramate belongs to a group of medications that are used to treat epilepsy. It works by affecting chemicals in the brain that are involved

Tramadol belongs to a group of medications called opioid analgesics. It is used to manage moderate to moderately severe pain for people who need several days or more

This combination product contains two medications: tramadol and acetaminophen. Tramadol belongs to a group of medications called opioid analgesics and acetaminophen belongs to a group of

Tranexamic acid belongs to the class of medications called antifibrinolytic agents. This medication is used to prevent or reduce bleeding in certain conditions, such as

Trospium belongs to the family of medications known as antispasmodics. It is used to relieve symptoms associated with an overactive bladder, such as urinary

Zolmitriptan belongs to a class of medications known as 5-hydroxytryptamine agonists (also called "triptans"). It is used to treat migraine headaches with or without

Zopiclone belongs to the class of medications called sedative-hypnotics. It is used for the short-term and symptomatic relief of sleep disturbances. Zopiclone can help

Dronabinol is no longer being manufactured for sale in Canada and is no longer available under any brand names. This article is being kept

Desogestrel – ethinyl estradiol is an estrogen and progestin combination pill used for the prevention of pregnancy. It works by preventing ovulation (the release

Procarbazine belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics. Procarbazine prevents the growth of cancer cells by interfering with their reproduction. Procarbazine is

Cladribine belongs to the class of medications called selective immunosuppressants. This medication is used to treat adults with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) who

Trandolapril belongs to the class of medications called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat mild-to-moderate high blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing the

This medication is a combination of 2 medications: glecaprevir and pibrentasvir. These medications both belong to the class of medications called direct-acting antivirals. Together, these

Rizatriptan 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 occur prior

Rizatriptan 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 occur prior

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

Naproxen sodium belongs to a group of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to treat fever and pain caused by inflammation, including pain due to

Ranitidine belongs to the class of medications called H2-antagonists. Ranitidine is used to reduce the amount of acid secreted by the stomach in order to reduce ulcer

Ranitidine belongs to the class of medications called H2-antagonists. Ranitidine is used to reduce the amount of acid secreted by the stomach in order to reduce ulcer

Neomycin and polymyxin B belongs to a group of medication known as antibiotics, which are used to treat the cause of an infection. Dexamethasone

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

Carbamazepine is used to manage certain types of seizures, alone or in combination with other medications. It is also used to treat the nerve

Anastrozole belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics, and specifically to the group of antineoplastics known as nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitors. It

Brimonidine belongs to the family of medications known as alpha-2-adrenergic receptor agonists. It is available in eye-drop form and is used to reduce the pressure inside the

Clindamycin belongs to the class of medications called antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by certain types of bacteria. It is also used before

Cyproterone belongs to a group of medications known as steroidal antiandrogens. It is used to treat advanced prostate cancer. Antiandrogens such as cyproterone block the effect of

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

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

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

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

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

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

Memantine belongs to the group of medications known as NMDA receptor antagonists. It is used alone or with other medications to treat people with

Rivastigmine belongs to a family of medications known as cholinesterase inhibitors. It is used to treat symptoms of mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease. It is also used to treat

Rosuvastatin belongs to the group of medications known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors ("statins"). It is used, along with a healthy diet and exercise program,

Solifenacin belongs to the family of medications known as antispasmodics. It is used to relieve symptoms associated with an overactive bladder, such as urinary

Methylprednisolone belongs to a group of medications called corticosteroids.Corticosteroids are hormones that are produced naturally in our body, and necessary for many important bodily functions.

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

Medroxyprogesterone acetate belongs to the class of medication known as progestogens. It is used to prevent pregnancy. It works by preventing a woman’s egg

Mefenamic acid belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs). It is used to relieve moderately severe pain, such as muscular aches and pains, menstrual cramps,

Mefloquine belongs to the class of medications called antimalarials. Mefloquine is used to treat and prevent malaria infections caused by certain types of parasites.

Megestrol belongs to a group of medications known as progestogens. Megestrol is used to treat prostate cancer because testosterone is needed by prostate cancer

Megestrol belongs to a group of medications known as progestogens. Megestrol is used to treat prostate cancer because testosterone is needed by prostate cancer

Trametinib belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics, and specifically to the family of medications called protein kinase inhibitors. It is used alone

Binimetinib belongs to a group of cancer fighting medications called protein kinase inhibitors. It is used with other medications in adults to treat melanoma, a type

Meloxicam belongs to the family of medications known as COX-2 inhibiting nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and painful osteoarthritis in adults. It