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Mint-Diclofenac
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
Mint-Donepezil
Donepezil belongs to the class of medications called cholinesterase inhibitors. It works to increase the level of the chemical messenger acetylcholine in the brain,
Mint-Dorzolamide/Timolol
This is a combination medication that contains two ingredients: dorzolamide and timolol. Dorzolamide is a member of the family of medications known as carbonic
Mint-Duloxetine
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
Mint-Dutasteride
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
Mint-Emtricitabine/Tenofovir
This is a combination medication that contains fixed doses of 2 medications in 1 tablet: emtricitabine and tenofovir. Emtricitabine and tenofovir both belong to
Mint-Entacapone
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. By inhibiting
Mint-Entecavir
Entecavir belongs to a group of medications called antivirals. It is used to treat people with chronic hepatitis B infection with evidence of active hepatitis B virus
Mint-Eplerenone
Eplerenone belongs to a group of medications called aldosterone antagonists. It is used in combination with other medications to treat heart failure and help
Mint-Escitalopram
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
Mint-Ezetimibe
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
Mint-Finasteride
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
Mint-Fluoxetine
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
Mint-Frovatriptan
Frovatriptan 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
Mint-Furosemide
Furosemide belongs to the class of medications called diuretics. It is used to treat edema (fluid retention) that occurs with congestive heart failure and disorders of the liver, kidney,
Mint-Gabapentin
Gabapentin belongs to the class of medications called anti-epileptics. It is used in combination with other seizure control medications to manage and prevent seizures associated with
Mint-Gliclazide MR
Gliclazide modified release (MR) belongs to the class of medications called oral hypoglycemics. It is used for the control of blood glucose in people
Mint-Hydralazine
Hydralazine belongs to the class of medications called vasodilators. It is used alone or with other medications to reduce blood pressure. It works to
Mint-Hydrochlorothiazide
Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to the group of medications called diuretics. It is also an antihypertensive. It is used to decrease fluid retention (edema) caused by
Mint-Hydroxychloroquine
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
Mint-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 diagnosed with Philadelphia
Mint-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
Mint-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
Mint-Irbesartan/HCTZ
This is a combination medication containing irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Irbesartan belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin II blockers that helps to lower
Mint-Itraconazole
Itraconazole belongs to the family of medications called antifungals. It is used to treat certain types of fungal infections, both internally (inside the body)
Mint-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
Mint-Lacosamide
Lacosamide belongs to the class of medications called antiepileptics. This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat partial-onset seizures for adults
Mint-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 can be
Mint-Leucovorin
Leucovorin is a medication that acts the same way in the body as folic acid. Leucovorin is used to reduce the folic-acid-lowering side effects of methotrexate because
Mint-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
Mint-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
Mint-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
Mint-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
Mint-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
Mint-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
Mint-Metformin
Metformin belongs to the class of medications called oral hypoglycemics, which are medications that lower blood sugar. It is used to control blood glucose (blood sugar) for
Mint-Metformin XR
Metformin belongs to the class of medications called oral hypoglycemics, which are medications that lower blood sugar. It is used to control blood glucose (blood sugar) for
Mint-Metronidazole
Metronidazole belongs to the class of medications called antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria. It is most commonly used for abdominal, vaginal,
Mint-Mexiletine
Mexiletine belongs to the class of medications called antiarrhythmics. It is used to treat certain types of abnormal heart rhythms. It works by affecting
Mint-Montelukast
Montelukast belongs to a group of medications known as leukotriene receptor antagonists. It is used to prevent and manage asthma symptoms and to relieve
Mint-Nadolol
Nadolol belongs to the class of medications called beta-blockers. It is used to prevent symptoms of angina (chest pain) and to treat mild-to-moderate high blood pressure. It works
Mint-Olanzapine
Olanzapine belongs to group of medications known as antipsychotic agents. Olanzapine is used to treat schizophrenia and related mental disorders, as well as bipolar
Mint-Olanzapine ODT
Olanzapine belongs to group of medications known as antipsychotic/antimanic agents. Olanzapine is used to treat schizophrenia and related mental disorders, as well as bipolar disorder. Schizophrenia can cause
Mint-Olopatadine
Olopatadine belongs to the family of medications called antihistamines. It is used to relieve signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis (an allergic reaction affecting the eyes), such as
Mint-Ondansetron
Ondansetron belongs to the class of medications called 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. This medication is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with certain types of cancer chemotherapy
Mint-Pantoprazole
Pantoprazole belongs to the family of medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Proton pump inhibitors are used to treat conditions such as stomach ulcers, intestinal ulcers, and
Mint-Paroxetine
Paroxetine belongs to the class of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social
Mint-Perindopril
Perindopril belongs to the class of medications called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat high blood pressure. It helps to
Mint-Pioglitazone
Pioglitazone is a member of the family of medications known as thiazolidinediones. It is used to lower high blood sugar associated with type 2 diabetes. Thiazolidinediones such
Mint-Posaconazole
Posaconazole belongs to the class of medications called antifungals. It is used to prevent certain serious fungal infections for people 13 years of age and older whose immune
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