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pms-Acetaminophen

Common Name:
acetaminophen
Brand Name:
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…

pms-Acetaminophen with Codeine Elixir

Common Name:
acetaminophen - codeine
Brand Name:
pms-Acetaminophen with Codeine Elixir

This combination product contains two medications: acetaminophen and codeine. Acetaminophen belongs to the group of medications called analgesics (pain…

pms-Alendronate

Common Name:
alendronate
Brand Name:
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 used…

pms-Alendronate-FC

Common Name:
alendronate
Brand Name:
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 used…

pms-Amantadine

Common Name:
amantadine
Brand Name:
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

Common Name:
amiodarone
Brand Name:
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

Common Name:
amitriptyline
Brand Name:
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…

pms-Amlodipine

Common Name:
amlodipine
Brand Name:
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). It…

PMS-Amlodipine-Atorvastatin

Common Name:
amlodipine - atorvastatin
Brand Name:
PMS-Amlodipine-Atorvastatin

This combination product contains 2 active ingredients: amlodipine and atorvastatin. Amlodipine belongs to a group of medications known as calcium channel…

pms-Amoxicillin

Common Name:
amoxicillin
Brand Name:
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

Common Name:
mixed salts amphetamine extended release
Brand Name:
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

Common Name:
anagrelide
Brand Name:
pms-Anagrelide

Anagrelide belongs to the family of medications called platelet-reducing agents. This medication is used to manage a condition called thrombocythemia, where…

PMS-Anastrozole

Common Name:
anastrozole
Brand Name:
PMS-Anastrozole

Anastrozole belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics, and specifically to the group of antineoplastics known…

pms-Apremilast

Common Name:
apremilast
Brand Name:
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…

pms-Aripiprazole

Common Name:
aripiprazole
Brand Name:
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

Common Name:
acetylsalicylic acid (ASA)
Brand Name:
pms-ASA

Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) belongs to the groups of medications called analgesics (pain relievers), antipyretics (fever reducers), anti-inflammatories…

pms-Atenolol

Common Name:
atenolol
Brand Name:
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 (chest pain). It…

PMS-Atomoxetine

Common Name:
atomoxetine
Brand Name:
PMS-Atomoxetine

The dose of atomoxetine depends on the needs of the person taking the medication. The daily dose of atomoxetine is based on body weight and is taken once daily…

pms-Atorvastatin

Common Name:
atorvastatin
Brand Name:
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…

pms-Azithromycin

Common Name:
azithromycin
Brand Name:
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…