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  • ratio-Tryptophan

    L-tryptophan is used in addition to antidepressants to treat bipolar affective disorder. It works by affecting the levels of certain chemicals in the brain

    ratio-Valproic

    Valproic acid belongs to the class of medications called anticonvulsants. It is used to manage and control of certain types of seizures. It works

    ratio-Venlafaxine XR

    Venlafaxine belongs to the class of antidepressant and anxiolytic medications known as serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). It is used to treat depression.

    ratio-Zopiclone

    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

    Reactine

    Cetirizine belongs to the class of medications called second-generation antihistamines, specifically the class known as histamine receptor antagonists. For adults and children 2 years

    Reactine Complete

    This combination product contains two active medications: cetirizine and pseudoephedrine. Cetirizine belongs to the class of medications called second-generation antihistamines and more specifically, the

    Rebif

    Interferon beta-1a belongs to the group of medications known as immunomodulators. It is a form of a protein that is naturally made by our

    Reclipsen

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

    Recombivax HB

    Hepatitis B vaccine prevents infection by hepatitis B virus by allowing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the disease. Hepatitis B virus is

    Reddy-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

    Reddy-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,

    Reddy-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

    Reddy-Progesterone

    Progesterone belongs to the class of medications called progestins. It is used in combination with postmenopausal estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) to prevent the estrogen from thickening

    Reddy-Rivaroxaban

    Rivaroxaban belongs to the family of medications called anticoagulants. Anticoagulants prevent harmful blood clots from forming in the blood vessels by reducing the ability

    Rejuva-A

    May 1, 2014 tretinoin (sun damage) is no longer being manufactured for sale in Canada. This article is being kept available for reference purposes

    Rekovelle

    Follitropin delta belongs to the class of medications called gonadotropins. It is a synthetic hormone similar to the human hormone called follicle stimulating hormone

    Relaxa

    Polyethylene glycol 3350 (PEG 3350) belongs to the class of medications called laxatives. PEG 3350 is used for the relief of occasional constipation. It works by

    Relenza

    Zanamivir belongs to the family of medications called antivirals. It is used to treat flu infections caused by two influenza viruses (influenza A and

    Relistor

    Methylnaltrexone belongs to a group of medications known as opioid receptor antagonists. It is used to treat constipation caused by prescription pain medications called opioids (e.g., codeine, morphine,

    Relpax

    Eletriptan belongs to the class of medications known as 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor agonists. Eletriptan is used to treat migraine headaches with or without aura (warning

    Remeron

    Mirtazapine belongs to the group of medications known as tetracyclic antidepressants. Antidepressants are used to help relieve the symptoms of depression such as feeling

    Remeron RD

    Mirtazapine belongs to the group of medications known as tetracyclic antidepressants. Antidepressants are used to help relieve the symptoms of depression such as feeling

    Remicade

    Infliximab belongs to the class of medications called biological response modifiers ("biologics") or TNF blockers. It is used to treat: active ankylosing spondylitis in adults who have not responded

    Reminyl ER

    Galantamine belongs to the family of medications called cholinesterase inhibitors. It is used to treat symptoms of mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is caused

    Remodulin

    Treprostinil belongs to the class of medications called vasodilators. Vasodilators open up (dilate) the blood vessels in your body by relaxing the muscles in

    Remsima

    Infliximab belongs to the class of medications called biological response modifiers ("biologics") or TNF blockers. It is used to treat: active ankylosing spondylitis in

    Remsima SC

    Infliximab belongs to the class of medications called biological response modifiers ("biologics") or TNF blockers. It is used in addition to methotrexate, to treat moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis in adults.

    Renagel

    Sevelamer hydrochloride belongs to the class of medications called phosphate binders. Phosphate is made up mostly of the mineral phosphorus, which is an important component of

    Renedil

    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

    Renflexis

    Infliximab belongs to the class of medications called biological response modifiers ("biologics") or TNF blockers. It is used to treat: active ankylosing spondylitis in adults who have not responded

    Renvela

    Sevelamer carbonate belongs to the class of medications called phosphate binders. Phosphate is made up mostly of the mineral phosphorus, which is an important

    Repaglinide by Pro Doc

    Repaglinide belongs to the class of medications called antidiabetes agents. It is an oral hypoglycemic (lowering of blood sugar) medication used by people with

    Repatha

    Evolocumab belongs to the class of medications called PCSK9 inhibitors. It blocks a protein in the liver, which allows the liver to remove more low-density lipoproteins (LDL or

    Replagal

    Agalsidase alfa belongs to the group of medications known as enzyme replacement therapy. It is used as enzyme replacement therapy for people with Fabry

    Repronex

    Menotropins are a mixture of naturally occurring hormones that include follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). Menotropins are used to treat certain

    ReQuip

    Ropinirole belongs to the class of medications called antiparkinsonian agents. It is used to treat the signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. It helps

    Rescriptor

    Delavirdine belongs to the class of antiretroviral medications called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs). It is used in combination with other HIV medications to

    Resotran

    Prucalopride belongs to the class of medications called prokinetic agents. This medication is used by women experiencing chronic (long-term) constipation that is not caused by medications or

    Restasis

    Cyclosporine eye drops belong to the class of medications called anti-inflammatories or immunomodulators. This medication is used to treat moderate to moderately severe dry

    Restoralax

    Polyethylene glycol 3350 (PEG 3350) belongs to the class of medications called laxatives. PEG 3350 is used for the relief of occasional constipation. It works by

    Restoril

    Temazepam belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepines. It is used for the treatment of short-term sleeping problems (7 to 10 days) associated

    Resultz

    Isopropyl myristate is used to treat head lice. It kills lice by causing them to lose water and become dehydrated. After two applications, this

    Retin-A

    Tretinoin is used to treat certain types of acne. Tretinoin works by causing the skin’s outer layer to grow more quickly and be replaced

    Retin-A Micro

    Tretinoin is used to treat certain types of acne. Tretinoin works by causing the skin’s outer layer to grow more quickly and be replaced

    Retisol-A

    Tretinoin is used to treat certain types of acne. Tretinoin works by causing the skin’s outer layer to grow more quickly and be replaced

    Retrovir

    Zidovudine belongs to the class of antiretroviral medications called nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). It is used either alone or in combination with other

    Revatio

    Sildenafil belongs to the family of medications known as phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors. It is used to treat pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in

    ReVia

    Naltrexone belongs to a group of medications known as pure opioid antagonists. It is used to help individuals who were previously dependent on drugs

    Revlimid

    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

    Revolade

    Eltrombopag belongs to the class of medications called thrombopoietin receptor agonists. It is used to increase the number of platelets in the blood for

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