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Wakix

Common Name:
pitolisant
Brand Name:
Wakix

Pitolisant belongs to the class of medications called wakefulness-promoting agents.  This medication is used by adults and children who are at least 6 years…

Wampole Milk of Magnesia

Common Name:
magnesium hydroxide
Brand Name:
Wampole Milk of Magnesia

Magnesium hydroxide belongs to two groups of medications: laxatives and antacids. It is used to relieve occasional constipation and also to relieve symptoms…

Warfarin by Sanis

Common Name:
warfarin
Brand Name:
Warfarin by Sanis

Warfarin belongs to the class of medications called anticoagulants. It is sometimes referred to as a "blood thinner," although it does not actually thin the…

Wegovy

Common Name:
semaglutide (weight loss)
Brand Name:
Wegovy

Semaglutide belongs to the class of medications called human glucagon-like peptides. It is used for chronic (long-term) management of body weight, together…

Wellbutrin SR

Common Name:
bupropion (depression)
Brand Name:
Wellbutrin 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 that…

Wellbutrin XL

Common Name:
bupropion extended release
Brand Name:
Wellbutrin XL

Bupropion belongs to the family of medications known as antidepressants. It is used to treat major depression and to prevent autumn-winter seasonal…

Wezlana

Common Name:
ustekinumab
Brand Name:
Wezlana

Ustekinumab belongs to the class of medications called selective immunomodulating agents, also known as biologics. It is used to treat chronic…

Winlevi

Common Name:
clascoterone
Brand Name:
Winlevi

Clascoterone topical cream belongs to the class of medications called anti-androgens. This medication is used to treat acne vulgarisfor adolescents and adults…

Winpred

Common Name:
prednisone
Brand Name:
Winpred

Prednisone belongs to the group of medications called corticosteroids. It is used to treat a number of conditions. It is more commonly used to treat allergic…

Wixela Inhub

Common Name:
salmeterol - fluticasone
Brand Name:
Wixela Inhub

This medication contains 2 active ingredients that are used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The 2 active ingredients are…

Woman's Laxative

Common Name:
bisacodyl
Brand Name:
Woman's Laxative

Bisacodyl belongs to the class of medications called stimulant laxatives. It is used for the relief of occasional constipation. It can also be used for the…

Women’s Rogaine 5% Foam

Common Name:
minoxidil topical solution
Brand Name:
Women’s Rogaine 5% Foam

Minoxidil belongs to a group of medications known as hair regrowth treatments. It is used to treat male pattern baldness. It is not meant for baldness due to…

Woodward's Glycerin Suppositories for Children

Common Name:
glycerin
Brand Name:
Woodward's Glycerin Suppositories for Children

Glycerin belongs to the group of medications called laxatives. Glycerin is used in suppository form for the relief of occasional constipation. It works by…