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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

Pramipexole belongs to the class of medications called dopamine agonists. It is used to treat signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. It is also

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

Prednisolone acetate belongs to the family of medications called corticosteroids and is used for its ability to reduce inflammation in many parts of the body. When

Pregabalin belongs to the class of medication known as analgesics. It is used to relieve neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (pain from damaged nerves due to diabetes) and postherpetic

Prochlorperazine belongs to the group of medications known as antipsychotics, and specifically to the family of antipsychotics called phenothiazines. It is used to treat

This medication is a combination product that is used for the reduction of swelling, pain, and inflammation of hemorrhoids and other rectal lesions. It

Quetiapine belongs to a class of medications known as antipsychotics. It is used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia, manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder,

Quetiapine belongs to a class of medications known as antipsychotics. It is used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia, manic and depressive episodes associated with

Rabeprazole belongs to the class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). It works by slowing or preventing the production of acid in the stomach.

Ramipril belongs to the class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat high blood pressure, alone or in combination with thiazide diuretics (water pills). It

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

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

Risedronate belongs to a group of medications called bisphosphonates. It is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis for women who are past menopause, and

Risperidone belongs to the group of medications known as antipsychotic agents. These medications are used to treat mental and emotional disorders such as schizophrenia

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

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

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

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

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,

Salbutamol belongs to a class of medications called bronchodilators, and more specifically, β2-adrenergic agonists. This medication is used to treat and prevent bronchospasm associated

Saxagliptin belongs to the group of diabetes medications called DPP-4 inhibitors. It works by increasing the amount of incretin available in the body. Incretin is a hormone that is

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

Silodosin belongs to a group of medications known as alpha 1A receptor antagonists. It is used to treat symptoms of enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH]). As the

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.

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

Sotalol belongs to the classes of medications called antiarrhythmics and beta-blockers. It is used to treat certain types of abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). It

Sumatriptan 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

Tacrolimus belongs to the class of medications called immunosuppressants. It is used in addition to other medications to prevent the body’s rejection of an allogeneic (from

Tamsulosin belongs to a group of medications known as alpha 1A receptor antagonists. It is used to treat symptoms of enlarged prostate (benign prostatic

Tamsulosin belongs to a group of medications known as alpha 1A receptor antagonists. It is used to treat symptoms of enlarged prostate (benign prostatic

Telmisartan belongs to a class of medications known as angiotensin II receptor antagonists. These medications reduce blood pressure by blocking the actions of a chemical

This is a combination product that contains two medications used to lower hypertension (high blood pressure): telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide. It is used to treat

Terbinafine belongs to the class of medications called antifungals. It is used to treat certain types of fungal infections of the skin and nails.

Ticlopidine belongs to the class of medications called platelet aggregation inhibitors or antiplatelets. It works by preventing certain types of blood cells, called platelets,

This medication belongs to the family of medications called beta-blockers. Timolol eye drops are used to treat glaucoma and increased pressure in the eye.

Tobramycin belongs to the class of medications called antibiotics. It is used to treat certain eye infections that are caused by bacteria. It works by helping to kill

Tolterodine belongs to a group of medications known as antispasmodics and anticholinergics. It is used to treat people with overactive bladders who have symptoms including frequent urination, urgency, or involuntary loss of urine.

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

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

Travoprost belongs to a class of medications called prostaglandin analogues. It is used to reduce the pressure inside the eye for people with open-angle

Trifluridine belongs to a group of medications known as antivirals. It is used to treat certain eye infections caused by herpes simplex virus types

Valacyclovir belongs to the class of medications known as antivirals. It is used to treat a viral infection affecting the skin known as shingles

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

Valsartan belongs to a family of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. These medications are used to lower mild-to-moderate high blood pressure. Valsartan

This is a combination product that contains 2 medications: valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Valsartan belongs

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

Voriconazole belongs to the family of medications called antifungals. It is used to treat certain types of invasive (inside the body) fungal infections, specifically

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