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Plan B 0.75mg
Levonorgestrel belongs to the family of medications known as progestins. Progestins are female sex hormones that are used in birth control pills and often in
Plan B 1.5 mg
Levonorgestrel belongs to the family of medications known as progestins. Progestins are female sex hormones that are used in birth control pills and often in
Plaquenil
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
Plasbumin
Albumin belongs to the group of medications known as plasma substitutes. Albumin is made by the liver and is a naturally-occurring protein found in
Platinum Muscle and Back Pain Relief
This is a combination product containing 2 medications: methocarbamol and ibuprofen. It is used to relieve pain associated with muscle spasm such as strains
Plavix
Clopidogrel belongs to the class of medications called platelet aggregation inhibitors or antiplatelets. Clopidogrel is used to help prevent heart attacks, strokes, and other
Plegridy
Peginterferon beta-1a belongs to the class of medications called immunomodulators. More specifically, it belongs to the family of medications known as interferons. Interferons are
Plendil
Felodipine belongs to a class of medications called calcium channel blockers. It may be used alone or with other medications to treat mild-to-moderate high
Pliaglis
This is a combination medication that contains lidocaine and tetracaine. It belongs to the class of medications called topical anaesthetics. This medication is used
pms-Abacavir-Lamivudine
This combination product contains 2 medications: abacavir and lamivudine. Abacavir and lamivudine belong to a class of medications known as nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs).
pms-Abiraterone
Abiraterone belongs to the class of medications called androgen biosynthesis inhibitors. It is taken along with the medication prednisone to treat metastatic prostate cancer (cancer that has
pms-Acetaminophen
Acetaminophen belongs to a group of medicines called analgesics (pain relievers) and antipyretics (fever reducers). It works quickly to relieve pain caused by conditions
pms-Acetaminophen with Codeine Elixir
This combination product contains two medications: acetaminophen and codeine. Acetaminophen belongs to the group of medications called analgesics (pain relievers) and antipyretics (fever reducers).
pms-Alendronate
Alendronate belongs to a family of medications known as bisphosphonates. It is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis for postmenopausal women. It is also
pms-Alendronate-FC
Alendronate belongs to a family of medications known as bisphosphonates. It is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis for postmenopausal women. It is also
pms-Amantadine
Amantadine belongs to the family of medications called antivirals. It is sometimes used to prevent and treat influenza A infections, although its use has
pms-Amiodarone
Amiodarone belongs to the family of medications known as antiarrhythmics. It is used to treat certain types of abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). It works
pms-Amitriptyline
Amitriptyline belongs to a family of medications known as tricyclic antidepressants. It is used to treat depression. It works in the central nervous system (CNS) to elevate the
pms-Amlodipine
Amlodipine belongs to the family of medications known as calcium channel blockers. Amlodipine is used to treat high blood pressure and angina (chest pain).
PMS-Amlodipine-Atorvastatin
This combination product contains two active ingredients: amlodipine and atorvastatin. Amlodipine belongs to a group of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It reduces blood
pms-Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin belongs to the group of medications known as antibiotics, specifically to the family of antibiotics known as penicillins. It is used to treat
pms-Amphetamine XR
Amphetamine belongs to the family of medications known as stimulants. It is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It helps to increase
pms-Anagrelide
Anagrelide belongs to the family of medications called platelet-reducing agents. This medication is used to manage a condition called thrombocythemia, where your body produces
PMS-Anastrozole
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
pms-Apremilast
Apremilast belongs to the class of medications called immunosuppressants. It is used to treat adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who may respond to phototherapy or systemic therapy.
pms-Aripiprazole
Aripiprazole belongs to the group of medications known as antipsychotics. It is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Aripiprazole may also be used
pms-ASA
Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) belongs to the groups of medications called analgesics (pain relievers), antipyretics (fever reducers), anti-inflammatories (inflammation reducers), and platelet aggregation inhibitors (anticlotting agents). It works by interfering with the
pms-Atenolol
Atenolol belongs to a class of medications called beta-blockers. It is used to lower high blood pressure and to prevent the symptoms of angina
PMS-Atomoxetine
Atomoxetine belongs to a family of medications known as selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. It is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It
pms-Atorvastatin
Atorvastatin belongs to the group of medications known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors ("statins") or lipid metabolism regulators. It is used to treat people who have high cholesterol levels,
pms-Azithromycin
Azithromycin belongs to the family of medications known as macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat certain types of infections that are caused by
pms-Baclofen
Baclofen belongs to two groups of medications known as muscle relaxants and antispastics. It is used to treat spasticity (uncontrolled muscle movements) caused by
pms-Benztropine
This medication belongs to the class of medications called antiparkinsonians. It is used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. It may also be
pms-Benzydamine
Benzydamine liquid is used to relieve the pain and inflammation associated with a sore throat or with mouth sores caused by radiation therapy. The
pms-Betahistine
Betahistine is belongs to a group of medications used to treat vertigo associated with Ménière’s disease. Vertigo is a condition that causes sufferers to
PMS-bethanechol
This medication is used to treat problems with urination due to nerve problems in the bladder or weakness in certain bladder muscles. It works
pms-Bicalutamide
Bicalutamide belongs to a group of medications known as nonsteroidal antiandrogens. Nonsteroidal antiandrogens such as bicalutamide block the effect of the male hormone testosterone
pms-Bisacodyl
Bisacodyl belongs to the class of medications called stimulant laxatives. It is used for the relief of occasional constipation. It can also be used
pms-Bisoprolol
Bisoprolol belongs to the class of medications called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers reduce the workload of the heart and help it to beat more regularly by blocking
pms-Bosentan
Bosentan belongs to a class of medications called endothelin receptor antagonists. Bosentan is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, which is high blood pressure
pms-Brimonidine
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
PMS-Bromocriptine
Bromocriptine belongs to a group of medications called ergot alkaloids. It is used to treat Parkinson’s disease and conditions caused by too much of
pms-Buprenorphine/Naloxone
This combination medication contains two active ingredients: buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine belongs to a group of medications known as partial opiate agonists. Naloxone belongs
pms-Bupropion SR
Bupropion belongs to the family of medications known as antidepressants. It is used to treat depression. It works by affecting the balance of chemicals
pms-Buspirone
Buspirone belongs to the class of medications called anxiolytics, or anti-anxieties. Buspirone is used for the short-term relief of excessive anxiety for people with
pms-Butorphanol
Butorphanol belongs to the family of medications known as narcotic analgesics (pain-relievers). It is used for the relief of moderate-to-severe acute pain. It works
pms-Candesartan
Candesartan belongs to a family of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. It is used to lower high blood pressure in adults and
pms-Candesartan HCTZ
This combination product contains 2 medications: candesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Candesartan belongs to a family of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs
pms-Captopril
Captopril belongs to the group of medications known as ACE inhibitors. It is used to treat high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy (kidney problems
pms-Carbamazepine
Carbamazepine is used to manage certain types of seizures, alone or in combination with other medications. It is also used to treat the nerve
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