Medications.

Acamprosate

Acamprosate (Campral) helps maintain sobriety after quitting alcohol. See the three-a-day...

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Acetaminophen

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) relieves mild to moderate pain and reduces fever. See dosing limits, liver warnings,...

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Acyclovir

Acyclovir (Zovirax) is an antiviral for shingles, herpes, and chickenpox. See dosing, timing, side...

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Adapalene

Adapalene (Differin) is a retinoid acne gel. See the purge weeks, sun warning, how to...

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Adderall

Adderall (amphetamine salts) is a stimulant for ADHD and narcolepsy. See IR vs XR dosing, misuse warnings,...

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Albuterol

Albuterol is a rescue inhaler for asthma and COPD symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath. See dosing,...

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Alendronate

Alendronate (Fosamax) treats osteoporosis. See the water-and-upright rule, jaw...

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Alfuzosin

Alfuzosin (Uroxatral) treats enlarged prostate. See the after-meal rule, first-dose...

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Allopurinol

Allopurinol (Zyloprim) lowers uric acid to prevent gout attacks. See dosing, the early-flare effect, rash...

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Alprazolam

Alprazolam (Xanax) is a benzodiazepine for anxiety and panic disorder. See dosing, dependence and interaction...

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Amiodarone

Amiodarone (Pacerone) is an antiarrhythmic for serious heart rhythm problems. See the monitoring plan,...

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Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant also used for nerve pain and migraine. See dosing, the...

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Amlodipine

Amlodipine (Norvasc) is a calcium channel blocker for high blood pressure and chest pain. See dosing, ankle...

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Amoxicillin-clavulanate

Amoxicillin-clavulanate (Augmentin) is a penicillin-type antibiotic. See dosing, birth control effect, side...

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Amoxicillin

Amoxicillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic for infections like strep throat and pneumonia. See dosing, side...

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Apixaban

Apixaban (Eliquis) is a blood thinner for AFib stroke prevention and clots. See dosing, no-INR difference,...

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Aripiprazole

Aripiprazole (Abilify) treats schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and more. See dosing and...

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Aspirin

Aspirin relieves pain and fever and, at low daily doses, helps prevent heart attack and stroke. See dosing,...

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Atenolol

Atenolol (Tenormin) is a beta blocker for blood pressure, angina, and heart attack recovery. See side...

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Atomoxetine

Atomoxetine (Strattera) is a non-stimulant ADHD medication. See dosing, the child suicide-risk warning, liver...

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Atorvastatin

Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is a statin that lowers cholesterol and cuts heart attack and stroke risk. See dosing,...

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Azathioprine

Azathioprine (Imuran) is an immunosuppressant for transplant and RA. See...

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Azelaic acid

Azelaic acid (Finacea) treats rosacea bumps and acne. See application steps, effects,...

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Azelastine nasal spray

Azelastine nasal spray treats allergy congestion and sneezing at the source. See...

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Azithromycin

Azithromycin (Z-pak) is a macrolide antibiotic for infections like pneumonia and sinusitis. See dosing, side...

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Baclofen

Baclofen treats muscle spasticity from MS and spinal cord conditions. See withdrawal...

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Baloxavir

Baloxavir (Xofluza) is a one-dose flu treatment. See the 2-day window, dairy...

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Benzonatate

Benzonatate (Tessalon) is a prescription cough suppressant. See the swallow-whole rule, overdose risk, side...

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Benzoyl peroxide

Benzoyl peroxide treats mild to moderate acne. See the test-patch start, bleach warning,...

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Bisacodyl

Bisacodyl (Dulcolax) is a short-term stimulant laxative. See the one-week limit, dairy...

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Bismuth subsalicylate

Bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) treats diarrhea, heartburn, and upset stomach. See dosing, the Reye's...

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Bisoprolol

Bisoprolol is a beta blocker for high blood pressure. See dosing, the no-sudden-stop rule,...

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Budesonide-formoterol

Budesonide-formoterol (Symbicort) controls asthma and COPD. See dosing, the rinse rule,...

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Buprenorphine-naloxone

Buprenorphine-naloxone (Suboxone) treats opioid dependence. See how it works,...

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Bupropion

Bupropion (Wellbutrin) treats depression and seasonal affective disorder and helps people quit smoking. See...

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Buspirone

Buspirone is a non-benzo anxiety medication taken twice daily. See dosing, why it takes weeks, grapefruit...

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Calcipotriene

Calcipotriene (Dovonex) is a vitamin D3 cream for psoriasis. See the 8-week...

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Canagliflozin

Canagliflozin (Invokana) is an SGLT2 inhibitor for type 2 diabetes. See warnings, dosing,...

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Carbamazepine

Carbamazepine (Tegretol) treats seizures, nerve pain, and bipolar mania. See warnings,...

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Carvedilol

Carvedilol (Coreg) is a beta blocker for heart failure and high blood pressure. See dosing with food, heart...

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Cefdinir

Cefdinir (Omnicef) is a cephalosporin antibiotic. See dosing, the red-stool effect, birth control...

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Cefuroxime

Cefuroxime (Ceftin) is a cephalosporin antibiotic for infections and Lyme disease. See dosing,...

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Celecoxib

Celecoxib (Celebrex) is a COX-2 inhibitor for arthritis and pain. See dosing, sulfa...

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Cephalexin

Cephalexin (Keflex) is a cephalosporin antibiotic for bacterial infections. See dosing, side effects, and...

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Cetirizine

Cetirizine (Zyrtec) is a once-daily antihistamine for allergies and hives. See dosing, drowsiness, alcohol...

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Chlorthalidone

Chlorthalidone is a thiazide water pill for blood pressure. See the morning-dose reason,...

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Cholestyramine

Cholestyramine (Questran) is a bile-acid powder that lowers cholesterol. See mixing,...

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Ciclesonide inhaler

Ciclesonide (Alvesco) is a daily steroid inhaler for asthma prevention. See...

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Cimetidine

Cimetidine (Tagamet) is an H2 blocker for ulcers, GERD, and heartburn. See the 2-week...

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Ciprofloxacin

Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic for serious bacterial infections. See dosing, boxed...

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Citalopram

Citalopram (Celexa) is an SSRI for depression. See dosing, the 40 mg heart-rhythm cap, and side...

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Clindamycin

Clindamycin is an antibiotic for bacterial infections. See the diarrhea warning, dosing rules, side...

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Clobetasol

Clobetasol is a super-potent steroid for psoriasis and eczema. See the 2-week rule,...

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Clomiphene

Clomiphene (Clomid) induces ovulation for infertility. See cycle timing, vision effects,...

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Clomipramine

Clomipramine (Anafranil) is a tricyclic for OCD. See the boxed warning, dosing, side...

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Clonazepam

Clonazepam (Klonopin) is a benzodiazepine for seizures and panic disorder. See dosing, dependence and...

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Clonidine

Clonidine (Catapres) treats high blood pressure and ADHD. See the never-stop-suddenly rule and side...

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Clopidogrel

Clopidogrel (Plavix) is an antiplatelet that prevents repeat heart attacks and strokes. See dosing, bleeding...

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Clotrimazole cream

Clotrimazole cream (Lotrimin AF) treats athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. See how to apply it, how...

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Colchicine

Colchicine (Colcrys) prevents and treats gout attacks and treats FMF. See flare dosing, grapefruit rule, side...

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Contraceptive implant

The etonogestrel implant (Nexplanon) prevents pregnancy for up to 5 years. See how it...

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Contraceptive patch

The contraceptive patch (Xulane) is weekly combination birth control. See rules,...

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Contraceptive vaginal ring

The contraceptive ring (NuvaRing, Annovera) is monthly combination birth control. See...

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Cyclobenzaprine

Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is a muscle relaxant for short-term muscle spasms. See dosing, the 3-week limit,...

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Cyclosporine eye drops

Cyclosporine eye drops (Restasis) increase tear production in dry eye disease. See...

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Dabigatran

Dabigatran (Pradaxa) is a blood thinner for AFib and clots. See the never-stop rule,...

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Dapagliflozin

Dapagliflozin (Farxiga) lowers blood sugar and protects heart and kidneys. See the UTI...

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Denosumab

Denosumab (Prolia) is a twice-yearly injection for osteoporosis. See calcium, jaw, stop...

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Desvenlafaxine

Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) is an SNRI for depression. See the boxed warning, dosing, side...

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Dexamethasone

Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid for inflammation, allergies, and more. See taper rules, side...

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Dexmethylphenidate

Dexmethylphenidate (Focalin) is a stimulant for ADHD. See dosing, dependence...

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Dextromethorphan

Dextromethorphan (Robitussin, Delsym) is a cough suppressant. See dosing, the MAOI warning, side effects, and...

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Diclofenac

Diclofenac treats arthritis pain and inflammation. See the heart and stomach warnings,...

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Dicyclomine

Dicyclomine (Bentyl) calms IBS gut spasms. See the heat warning, who should avoid it,...

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Digoxin

Digoxin (Lanoxin) treats heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms. See the same-brand rule, pulse checks,...

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Diltiazem

Diltiazem (Cardizem) is a calcium channel blocker for blood pressure and angina. See dosing forms, heart...

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Dimenhydrinate

Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) prevents motion sickness. See timing, drowsiness,...

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Diphenhydramine

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) treats allergies and colds. See sedation, age limits, who avoids...

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Disulfiram

Disulfiram (Antabuse) makes drinking alcohol physically punishing. See the hidden-alcohol...

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Docusate

Docusate (Colace) is a stool softener for occasional constipation and straining. See dosing, the 1-week...

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Donepezil

Donepezil (Aricept) treats Alzheimer's dementia symptoms. See what it can and cannot do,...

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Doxazosin

Doxazosin (Cardura) treats enlarged prostate and high blood pressure. See the first-dose...

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Doxepin

Doxepin (Sinequan) is a tricyclic antidepressant for depression and anxiety. See...

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Doxycycline

Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic for infections, acne, and malaria prevention. See dosing, sun...

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Dulaglutide

Dulaglutide (Trulicity) is a weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. See dosing, warnings,...

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Duloxetine

Duloxetine (Cymbalta) is an SNRI for depression, anxiety, and nerve pain. See dosing, withdrawal warnings,...

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Dutasteride

Dutasteride (Avodart) shrinks an enlarged prostate. See the handling rules, timeline,...

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Eletriptan

Eletriptan (Relpax) stops migraine attacks. See the redose rule, interaction...

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Empagliflozin

Empagliflozin (Jardiance) is an SGLT2 inhibitor for type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and kidney protection....

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Enalapril

Enalapril (Vasotec) is an ACE inhibitor for blood pressure and heart failure. See cough,...

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Enoxaparin

Enoxaparin (Lovenox) is an injectable blood thinner for DVT and heart events. See...

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Epinephrine auto-injector

Epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPen) stop severe allergic reactions. See when, how, and...

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Eplerenone

Eplerenone (Inspra) treats blood pressure and post-heart-attack recovery. See potassium...

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Erenumab

Erenumab (Aimovig) is a monthly self-injection to prevent migraine. See how it...

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Escitalopram

Escitalopram (Lexapro) is an SSRI for depression and generalized anxiety disorder. See dosing, side effects,...

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Esomeprazole

Esomeprazole (Nexium) is a PPI for GERD and heartburn, OTC and prescription. See the 14-day rule, clopidogrel...

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Estradiol

Estradiol is estrogen therapy for menopause symptoms and more. See the warnings, dosing,...

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Eszopiclone

Eszopiclone (Lunesta) treats insomnia. See the sleep-behavior warning, dosing, side...

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Ezetimibe

Ezetimibe (Zetia) blocks cholesterol absorption in the gut. See solo vs with-statin use,...

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Famciclovir

Famciclovir (Famvir) treats shingles and herpes outbreaks. See the timing...

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Famotidine

Famotidine (Pepcid) is an H2 blocker for heartburn, ulcers, and GERD. See OTC vs prescription dosing, side...

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Febuxostat

Febuxostat (Uloric) lowers uric acid to prevent gout attacks. See the heart...

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Fexofenadine

Fexofenadine (Allegra) is a non-drowsy antihistamine for allergies. See the juice...

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Fezolinetant

Fezolinetant (Veozah) treats menopause hot flashes without hormones. See liver...

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Finasteride

Finasteride (Proscar, Propecia) treats enlarged prostate and male hair loss. See dosing, sexual side effects,...

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Flecainide

Flecainide (Tambocor) prevents life-threatening irregular heartbeats. See the monitored...

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Fluconazole

Fluconazole (Diflucan) is an antifungal, often a single 150 mg dose for yeast infections. See dosing, side...

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Fluoxetine

Fluoxetine (Prozac) is an SSRI for depression, OCD, panic attacks, and more. See dosing, the 5-week MAOI...

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Fluticasone-salmeterol

Fluticasone-salmeterol (Advair) controls asthma and COPD. See dosing, the rinse rule,...

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Fluticasone nasal spray

Fluticasone nasal spray (Flonase) is a corticosteroid for allergy symptoms like sneezing and a stuffy nose....

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Fluvoxamine

Fluvoxamine is an SSRI for OCD and social anxiety. See the boxed warning, dosing, side...

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Furosemide

Furosemide (Lasix) is a diuretic (water pill) for edema and high blood pressure. See dosing, potassium...

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Gabapentin

Gabapentin (Neurontin) treats seizures and nerve pain after shingles. See dosing, the mood-change warning,...

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Glimepiride

Glimepiride (Amaryl) lowers blood sugar in type 2 diabetes. See low-sugar rules, dosing,...

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Glipizide

Glipizide (Glucotrol) is a sulfonylurea for type 2 diabetes. See dosing, low blood sugar signs, alcohol and...

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Glyburide

Glyburide (DiaBeta) is a sulfonylurea for type 2 diabetes. See the low-blood-sugar...

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Griseofulvin

Griseofulvin treats ringworm, scalp, and nail fungus. See the long-course rule,...

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Guaifenesin

Guaifenesin (Mucinex) is an expectorant that thins mucus to relieve chest congestion. See dosing, side...

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Guanfacine

Guanfacine (Intuniv, Tenex) treats ADHD in children and high blood pressure. See dosing, the two-brand rule,...

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Haloperidol

Haloperidol (Haldol) treats psychotic disorders and Tourette's tics. See movement...

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Hydralazine

Hydralazine is a vasodilator for high blood pressure. See dosing, lupus-like warning,...

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Hydrochlorothiazide

Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is a water pill for blood pressure and fluid retention. See dosing, electrolyte...

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Hydrocodone-acetaminophen

Hydrocodone-acetaminophen treats severe pain. See the breathing risk, Tylenol ceiling,...

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Hydrocortisone cream

Hydrocortisone cream 1% (Cortizone-10) relieves itching from eczema, insect bites, and rashes. See how to use...

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Hydroxychloroquine

Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) treats lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and malaria. See dosing, eye exams, side...

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Hydroxyzine

Hydroxyzine (Vistaril) is an antihistamine for itching, anxiety, and sedation before surgery. See dosing,...

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Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen is an NSAID for pain, fever, and inflammation, sold over the counter and by prescription. See...

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Imiquimod cream

Imiquimod cream (Aldara) treats actinic keratoses, superficial BCC, and genital...

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Indomethacin

Indomethacin (Indocin) is a strong NSAID for arthritis and gout attacks. See dosing and...

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Insulin aspart

Insulin aspart (NovoLog) is a rapid-acting mealtime insulin. See timing, low-sugar rules,...

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Insulin degludec

Insulin degludec (Tresiba) is a once-daily long-acting insulin. See dosing, low-sugar rules,...

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Insulin glargine

Insulin glargine (Lantus) is a once-daily long-acting insulin for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. See injection,...

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Insulin lispro

Insulin lispro (Humalog) is rapid-acting mealtime insulin. See timing, low-sugar rules,...

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Insulin NPH

Insulin NPH (Humulin N, Novolin N) is intermediate-acting insulin. See mixing, timing,...

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Irbesartan

Irbesartan (Avapro) is an ARB for blood pressure and diabetic kidney disease. See dosing, pregnancy warning,...

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Isosorbide mononitrate

Isosorbide mononitrate prevents angina. See dosing schedules, headache meaning,...

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Isotretinoin

Isotretinoin treats severe nodular acne. See iPLEDGE rules, the birth defect warning, side...

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Itraconazole

Itraconazole (Sporanox) treats fungal infections. See the heart warning, food...

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Ivermectin

Ivermectin tablets treat parasitic worm infections. See what it is actually for, dosing,...

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Ketoconazole shampoo

Ketoconazole shampoo (Nizoral) treats dandruff and tinea versicolor. See how to use...

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Ketoconazole topical

Ketoconazole cream and shampoo treat fungal skin infections and dandruff. See courses,...

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Ketorolac

Ketorolac is a strong NSAID for short-term pain, max 5 days. See the warnings, dosing,...

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Labetalol

Labetalol is a beta blocker for high blood pressure. See dosing, the liver warning list, side...

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Lactulose

Lactulose treats constipation and lowers ammonia in liver disease. See dosing, taste tips,...

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Lamotrigine

Lamotrigine (Lamictal) treats seizures and bipolar I disorder. See the slow titration, the rash warning, and...

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Lansoprazole

Lansoprazole (Prevacid) is a PPI for GERD, ulcers, and heartburn. See dosing, long-term...

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Latanoprost

Latanoprost (Xalatan) eye drops lower eye pressure in glaucoma. See evening dosing,...

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Leflunomide

Leflunomide (Arava) treats rheumatoid arthritis. See liver, pregnancy, 2-year...

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Letrozole

Letrozole (Femara) treats hormone-sensitive breast cancer after menopause. See...

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Levetiracetam

Levetiracetam (Keppra) controls seizures in adults and children. See dosing, mood-change warnings, and side...

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Levocetirizine

Levocetirizine (Xyzal) is a once-daily evening antihistamine for allergies. See dosing,...

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Levofloxacin

Levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic for serious infections. See tendon, nerve, and mood...

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Levonorgestrel emergency contraception

Levonorgestrel emergency contraception (Plan B One-Step) prevents pregnancy after unprotected...

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Levothyroxine

Levothyroxine (Synthroid) replaces thyroid hormone in hypothyroidism. See how to take it, what blocks...

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Lidocaine patch

The lidocaine patch (Lidoderm) treats post-shingles nerve pain. See the 12-hour rule and...

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Linaclotide

Linaclotide (Linzess) treats IBS with constipation. See the before-breakfast rule,...

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Linagliptin

Linagliptin (Tradjenta) is a DPP-4 inhibitor for type 2 diabetes. See dosing, warnings,...

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Liothyronine

Liothyronine (Cytomel) is the T3 thyroid hormone for hypothyroidism. See dosing,...

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Liraglutide

Liraglutide (Victoza) is a daily injection for type 2 diabetes. See dosing, warnings, side...

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Lisdexamfetamine

Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) is a stimulant for ADHD and binge eating disorder. See dosing, heart warnings, and...

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Lisinopril

Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor for high blood pressure, heart failure, and heart attack recovery. See dosing,...

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Lithium

Lithium treats and prevents bipolar mania. See dosing, blood tests, toxicity signs, and diet...

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Loperamide

Loperamide (Imodium) controls diarrhea, including travelers' diarrhea. See dosing, when NOT to take it, and...

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Loratadine

Loratadine (Claritin) is a once-daily antihistamine for allergy symptoms. See dosing, side effects, and...

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Lorazepam

Lorazepam (Ativan) is a benzodiazepine for anxiety and insomnia. See dosing, dependence and withdrawal...

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Losartan

Losartan (Cozaar) is an ARB for high blood pressure and diabetic kidney protection. See dosing, the pregnancy...

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Lubiprostone

Lubiprostone (Amitiza) treats chronic constipation and IBS-C. See dosing, effects,...

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Lurasidone

Lurasidone (Latuda) treats schizophrenia and bipolar depression. See the food rule,...

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Meclizine

Meclizine (Antivert, Bonine) prevents motion sickness and treats dizziness. See timing and...

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Medroxyprogesterone

Medroxyprogesterone (Provera) treats irregular periods and protects the uterine lining. See...

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Meloxicam

Meloxicam (Mobic) is a once-daily NSAID for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. See dosing, heart and...

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Memantine

Memantine (Namenda) treats Alzheimer's symptoms. See what it can and cannot do, dosing,...

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Mesalamine

Mesalamine (Lialda, Apriso) treats ulcerative colitis and maintains remission. See...

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Metformin

Metformin is a first-line medication for type 2 diabetes. See dosing with meals, stomach side effects, lactic...

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Methimazole

Methimazole (Tapazole) treats hyperthyroidism. See the sore-throat warning,...

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Methocarbamol

Methocarbamol (Robaxin) is a muscle relaxant for strains and sprains. See the urine-color...

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Methotrexate

Methotrexate treats rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and some cancers. See the weekly-dosing rule,...

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Methylphenidate

Methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta) is a stimulant for ADHD and narcolepsy. See dosing, growth and heart...

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Methylprednisolone

Methylprednisolone (Medrol) is a corticosteroid for inflammation. See taper rules,...

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Metoclopramide

Metoclopramide (Reglan) speeds stomach emptying for GERD and gastroparesis. See the TD...

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Metoprolol

Metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol-XL) is a beta blocker for blood pressure, angina, and heart failure. See dosing...

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Metronidazole

Metronidazole (Flagyl) treats bacterial and parasitic infections. See the alcohol rule, dosing, side...

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Miconazole vaginal

Miconazole vaginal (Monistat 1, 3, 7) treats yeast infections. See how the courses differ, how to apply it,...

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Mirabegron

Mirabegron (Myrbetriq) treats overactive bladder without the drying effects. See...

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Mirtazapine

Mirtazapine (Remeron) is an antidepressant taken at bedtime, known for sedation and appetite gain. See dosing...

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Misoprostol

Misoprostol (Cytotec) prevents NSAID-caused stomach ulcers. See dosing, pregnancy...

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Modafinil

Modafinil (Provigil) promotes wakefulness in narcolepsy and shift work. See warnings,...

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Mometasone nasal spray

Mometasone nasal spray (Nasonex) treats allergy symptoms and nasal polyps. See...

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Montelukast

Montelukast (Singulair) prevents asthma symptoms and treats allergies. See dosing, the boxed mental health...

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Mupirocin

Mupirocin ointment treats impetigo and bacterial skin infections. See how to apply it,...

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Mycophenolate

Mycophenolate (CellCept) prevents transplant rejection. See empty-stomach, pregnancy...

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Naloxone

Naloxone nasal spray (Narcan) reverses opioid overdose, no prescription needed. See the...

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Naltrexone

Naltrexone blocks opioid effects and cuts alcohol cravings. See the opioid rules,...

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Naproxen

Naproxen (Aleve) is an NSAID for arthritis, pain, and fever, sold over the counter and by prescription. See...

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Nebivolol

Nebivolol (Bystolic) is a beta blocker for high blood pressure. See dosing, warnings,...

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Nicotine patch

The nicotine patch eases withdrawal while you quit smoking. See dosing steps, safety...

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Nifedipine

Nifedipine (Procardia XL) is a calcium channel blocker for blood pressure and angina. See dosing, grapefruit...

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Nitrofurantoin

Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid, Macrodantin) is an antibiotic used specifically for urinary tract infections. See...

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Nitroglycerin

Nitroglycerin sublingual tablets stop angina attacks. See the 5-minute rule, storage,...

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Norethindrone

Norethindrone treats endometriosis and abnormal bleeding. See schedules, serious...

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Nortriptyline

Nortriptyline (Pamelor) is a tricyclic antidepressant. See dosing, the sun warning, glaucoma...

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Nystatin

Nystatin treats oral thrush and intestinal fungal infections. See how to swish, dosing, side...

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Olanzapine

Olanzapine (Zyprexa) treats schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder. See dosing, warnings, weight...

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Olmesartan

Olmesartan (Benicar) is an ARB for high blood pressure. See the diarrhea warning, dosing,...

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Olopatadine eye drops

Olopatadine (Pazeo, Pataday) eye drops relieve allergic itchy eyes. See the 3-day...

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Omeprazole

Omeprazole (Prilosec) is a proton pump inhibitor for heartburn, GERD, and ulcers. See dosing, the 14-day...

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Ondansetron

Ondansetron (Zofran) prevents nausea from chemo, radiation, and surgery. See timing, QT...

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Oseltamivir

Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) treats and prevents flu. See the 48-hour window, dosing, behavior...

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Oxcarbazepine

Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) controls seizures. See the sodium warning, mood watch,...

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Oxybutynin

Oxybutynin (Ditropan XL) is an anticholinergic for overactive bladder. See dosing, dry mouth, heat...

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Pantoprazole

Pantoprazole (Protonix) is a proton pump inhibitor for GERD and excess stomach acid. See dosing, long-term...

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Paroxetine

Paroxetine (Paxil) is an SSRI for depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and PMDD. See dosing, withdrawal warnings,...

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Paxlovid

Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir and ritonavir) treats COVID-19. See the 5-day window, dosing,...

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Penicillin VK

Penicillin V potassium treats strep throat and other bacterial infections. See dosing, allergy signs, side...

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Permethrin

Permethrin cream kills scabies mites; the lotion kills lice. See the exact application...

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Phenazopyridine

Phenazopyridine (Pyridium) relieves UTI pain but cures nothing. See the orange urine...

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Phenytoin

Phenytoin (Dilantin) is a classic seizure medication. See the no-switch rule, gum...

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Pioglitazone

Pioglitazone (Actos) treats type 2 diabetes. See the heart failure warning, dosing, side...

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Polyethylene glycol 3350

Polyethylene glycol 3350 (MiraLAX) is an osmotic laxative for occasional constipation. See dosing, how long...

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Pravastatin

Pravastatin (Pravachol) is a well-tolerated statin for cholesterol and heart risk. See...

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Prazosin

Prazosin (Minipress) is an alpha-blocker for blood pressure. See the first-dose fainting...

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Prednisolone

Prednisolone is a corticosteroid for inflammation and immune conditions. See taper rules,...

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Prednisone

Prednisone is a corticosteroid for inflammation, allergies, and autoimmune conditions. See dosing, taper...

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Pregabalin

Pregabalin (Lyrica) treats nerve pain, fibromyalgia, and seizures. See dosing, taper rules,...

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Probenecid

Probenecid treats chronic gout and boosts certain antibiotics. See hydration,...

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Prochlorperazine

Prochlorperazine (Compazine) controls severe nausea and vomiting. See effects,...

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Progesterone

Micronized progesterone (Prometrium) pairs with estrogen in menopause therapy. See...

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Promethazine

Promethazine (Phenergan) treats allergies, nausea, and motion sickness. See the child...

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Propranolol

Propranolol (Inderal) is a beta blocker for blood pressure, tremor, migraine, and more. See dosing, asthma...

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Pseudoephedrine

Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) is a decongestant for nasal and sinus congestion. See dosing, who should avoid it,...

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Quetiapine

Quetiapine (Seroquel) treats schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. See dosing,...

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Rabeprazole

Rabeprazole (AcipHex) is a PPI for GERD, ulcers, and H. pylori. See dosing, long-term...

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Raloxifene

Raloxifene (Evista) prevents osteoporosis and lowers breast cancer risk. See the clot...

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Ramelteon

Ramelteon (Rozerem) is a melatonin-receptor sleep aid. See how it differs, dosing,...

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Ramipril

Ramipril (Altace) is an ACE inhibitor for blood pressure and heart risk. See dosing, cough,...

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Rifaximin

Rifaximin (Xifaxan) treats traveler's diarrhea, IBS-D, and liver-related brain fog. See...

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Rimegepant

Rimegepant (Nurtec ODT) treats and prevents migraine. See the every-other-day...

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Risperidone

Risperidone (Risperdal) treats schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and autism irritability. See...

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Rivaroxaban

Rivaroxaban (Xarelto) is a blood thinner for AFib stroke prevention and blood clots. See dosing, food rules,...

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Rizatriptan

Rizatriptan (Maxalt) treats migraine attacks, tablet or melt. See dosing, the 24-hour triptan rule, heart...

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Rosuvastatin

Rosuvastatin (Crestor) is a high-intensity statin. See muscle-ache guidance, diet role,...

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Sacubitril-valsartan

Sacubitril-valsartan (Entresto) lowers heart-failure deaths and hospitalizations. See...

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Scopolamine patch

The scopolamine patch (Transderm Scop) prevents motion-sickness nausea. See how to...

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Semaglutide

Semaglutide (Ozempic) is a once-weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. See dosing, thyroid warning, side...

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Senna

Senna (Senokot, Ex-Lax) is a stimulant laxative for short-term constipation. See the 1-week...

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Sertraline

Sertraline (Zoloft) is an SSRI for depression, OCD, panic attacks, PTSD, and social anxiety. See dosing, side...

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Sildenafil

Sildenafil (Viagra) treats erectile dysfunction. See how to take it, the nitrates rule, side...

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Silver sulfadiazine

Silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) cream prevents burn infections. See how to apply,...

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Simethicone

Simethicone (Gas-X) relieves gas pressure, bloating, and fullness. See dosing for adults and infants, side...

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Sitagliptin

Sitagliptin (Januvia) is a DPP-4 inhibitor for type 2 diabetes in adults. See dosing, pancreatitis warning,...

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Solifenacin

Solifenacin (VESIcare) treats overactive bladder. See the 3-day constipation rule,...

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Sotalol

Sotalol (Betapace) treats serious heart-rhythm disorders. See the monitored start,...

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Spironolactone

Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic for heart failure, blood pressure, and fluid retention. See...

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Sucralfate

Sucralfate (Carafate) coats and protects ulcers while they heal. See the empty-stomach...

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Sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim

Sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (Bactrim) is a sulfa antibiotic for UTIs and other bacterial infections. See...

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Sulfasalazine

Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) treats ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. See...

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Sumatriptan

Sumatriptan (Imitrex) treats migraine attacks. See dosing, the 10-day-per-month rule, heart warnings, and...

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Tacrolimus ointment

Tacrolimus ointment (Protopic) is a steroid-free eczema option. See the warning, use...

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Tadalafil

Tadalafil (Cialis) treats ED, enlarged prostate, and PAH. See the nitrate rule, dosing...

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Tamsulosin

Tamsulosin (Flomax) is an alpha blocker for an enlarged prostate. See dosing, first-dose dizziness, side...

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Temazepam

Temazepam (Restoril) is a benzodiazepine for insomnia. See the 7-hour rule, warnings,...

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Terbinafine

Terbinafine (Lamisil) tablets treat nail fungus over 6 to 12 weeks. See dosing, liver warnings, taste loss,...

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Testosterone gel

Testosterone gel (AndroGel) treats low testosterone in men. See the transfer rules,...

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Theophylline

Theophylline opens airways in asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. See the narrow-window...

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Tiotropium

Tiotropium (Spiriva) is a daily inhaler for COPD. See the capsule-inhaler steps, eye...

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Tirzepatide

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) is a weekly injection for type 2 diabetes. See dosing, warnings,...

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Tizanidine

Tizanidine (Zanaflex) relaxes muscle spasms from MS and spinal injury. See the food rule,...

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Tolterodine

Tolterodine (Detrol) treats overactive bladder. See effects, whole-capsule...

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Topiramate

Topiramate (Topamax) treats seizures and prevents migraine. See dosing, birth control warning, heat warning,...

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Torsemide

Torsemide (Demadex) is a loop diuretic for fluid overload and blood pressure. See effects,...

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Tramadol

Tramadol (Ultram) is an opioid for severe pain. See dosing, breathing warnings, naloxone...

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Tranexamic acid

Tranexamic acid (Lysteda) treats heavy menstrual bleeding. See the 5-day and clot...

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Trazodone

Trazodone is a serotonin modulator prescribed for depression and often for sleep. See dosing, priapism and...

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Tretinoin

Tretinoin cream treats acne and fine wrinkles. See the purge timeline, sun rules, side...

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Triamcinolone cream

Triamcinolone topical (Kenalog) is a prescription corticosteroid for eczema, psoriasis, and rashes. See how...

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Triamterene-HCTZ

Triamterene-HCTZ (Maxzide, Dyazide) is a paired water pill for blood pressure. See potassium...

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Ulipristal emergency contraception

Ulipristal (Ella) prevents pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex. See how it...

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Ursodiol

Ursodiol (Actigall) dissolves gallstones and treats PBC liver disease. See duration,...

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Valacyclovir

Valacyclovir (Valtrex) is an antiviral for cold sores, shingles, chickenpox, and genital herpes. See dosing...

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Valproate

Valproic acid treats seizures, mania, and migraine prevention. See boxed warnings,...

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Valsartan

Valsartan (Diovan) is an ARB for blood pressure and heart failure. See dosing, the pregnancy warning, and...

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Varenicline

Varenicline (Chantix) blocks nicotine's reward to help quit smoking. See the mood...

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Venlafaxine

Venlafaxine (Effexor XR) is an SNRI for depression, anxiety, and panic disorder. See dosing, withdrawal...

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Verapamil

Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker for blood pressure, angina, and arrhythmias. See dosing, grapefruit...

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Vilazodone

Vilazodone (Viibryd) treats depression. See the boxed warning, food rule, dosing, side...

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Vortioxetine

Vortioxetine (Trintellix) treats depression in adults. See the boxed warning, dosing,...

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Warfarin

Warfarin (Coumadin) is a blood thinner for clots and stroke prevention. See INR checks, vitamin K rules,...

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Ziprasidone

Ziprasidone (Geodon) treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. See the heart-rhythm...

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Zolmitriptan

Zolmitriptan (Zomig) stops migraine attacks. See dosing limits, chest-tightness...

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Zolpidem

Zolpidem (Ambien) is a sleep medication for insomnia. See dosing, the sleep-driving warning, next-day...

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