Generic Bactroban - Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (e.g., impetigo). It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.
Generic Biaxin - Biaxin (clarithromycin) is used to treat bacterial infections affecting the skin and respiratory system.
Generic Bromocriptine Mesylate - Parlodel (Bromocriptine Mesylate) is used to treat several different medical conditions including menstrual problems, growth hormone overproduction, Parkinson's disease, and pituitary tumors. Also used to stop breast milk production.
Generic Cabergoline - Cabergoline (brand name: Dostinex) is a new drug. Its primary purpose is to lower prolactin in patients with a pituitary tumor. But this drug has a potential that goes far beyond the treatment of brain cancers. Cabergoline is a pleasure drug without competitor. It can make sex better for practically everybody, not (like Viagra) just for people with a sexual dysfunction.
Generic Calam (Verapamil) - Verapamil-based medications can be prescribed for several heart and blood pressure problems. The fast-acting brands (Calan and Isoptin) are taken for angina (chest pain due to clogged cardiac arteries), as well as irregular heartbeat and high blood pressure. The longer-acting brands (Calan SR, Isoptin SR, Verelan, and Verelan PM) are typically used only for high blood pressure. Covera-HS is prescribed for both high blood pressure and angina.
Generic Capoten (Captopril) - Capoten (Captopril) is an ace inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat congestive heart disease. This medicine may be used in some patients after a heart attack. It may also be used in some diabetic patients to reduce the risk for serious kidney complications.
Generic Cardura (Doxazosin) - CARDURA XL is used to treat the symptoms of enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is not meant for women or children. CARDURA XL is not indicated for hypertension.
Generic Carvedilol - Carvedilol, the first beta blocker labeled in the United States for the treatment of heart failure, has been shown to improve left ventricular function and may reduce mortality.
Generic Celebrex (Celecoxib) - Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat arthritis, pain, menstrual cramps, and colonic polyps. Prostaglandins are chemicals that are important contributors to the inflammation of arthritis that causes pain, fever, swelling and tenderness. Celecoxib blocks the enzyme that makes prostaglandins (cyclooxygenase 2), resulting in lower concentrations of prostaglandins
Generic Celexa (Citalopram) - Celexa is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by restoring the balance of serotonin, a natural occuring substance found in the brain, which helps to improve certain mood problems. Celexa is used to treat depression.
Generic Cialis (Tadalafil) - erectile dysfunction (ED) have taken 36-hour CIALIS as needed. Today men can be ready with another option, CIALIS for daily use—a clinically proven low dose tablet that is taken every day. Talk to your doctor to see if a CIALIS option is right for you.
Generic Cilostazol - Cilostazol improves the flow of blood through blood vessels. It is used to reduce leg pain caused by poor circulation (intermittent claudication). Cilostazol makes it possible to walk farther before having to rest because of leg pain. Cilostazol works by keeping blood from clotting and by dilating or relaxing the blood vessels.
Generic Cipro (Ciprofloxacin) - Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics which includes levofloxacin (Levaquin), ofloxacin (Floxin), gatifloxacin (Tequin), norfloxacin (Noroxin), moxifloxacin (Avelox), trovafloxacin (Trovan) and others. Ciprofloxacin stops the multiplication of bacteria by inhibiting the reproduction and repair of their genetic material (DNA).
Generic Clarinex (Desloratadine) - CLARINEX®, a prescription medication, treats year-round allergy symptoms and ongoing hives of unknown cause, in adults and children 6 months and older, and seasonal allergy symptoms in patients 2 years and older. CLARINEX® 5 mg tablets and 5 mg RediTabs® tablets are approved for patients 12 years and older; CLARINEX® 2.5 mg RediTabs® tablets are approved for patients 6 years and older; CLARINEX® syrup is approved for patients 6 months and older.
Generic Claritin (Loratadine) - Claritin is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. Claritin is used to treat the symptoms of seasonal allergies, such as sneezing, watery eyes, and runny nose and itching of the nose and throat. Claritin is also used to treat skin hives and itching in people with chronic skin reactions.
Generic Cleocin (Clindamycin) - CLEOCIN Vaginal Ovules are used to treat infections of the vagina caused by bacteria. They should only be used by women who are not pregnant. No studies have been done to see if they are safe to use in pregnant women.
Generic Clomid (Clomiphene) - Clomid is often a first line treatment to induce regular ovulation. Clomid works at the level of the hypothalamus where it competes for estrogen binding sites. When these "sites are occupied" by Clomid, the hypothalamus responds by producing more GnRH which then stimulates the pituitary to produce FSH. Remember, in a normal cycle healthy follicles produce estrogen, which signals the hypothalamus to reduce production of FSH. Clomiphene is marketed in the United States by Aventis Laboratories as Clomid and by Serono Laboratories as Serophene.
Generic Clotrimazole - This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection.
Generic Coumadin (Warfarin Sodium) - COUMADIN® is an anticoagulant. Anti means against, and coagulant refers to blood clotting. An anticoagulant helps reduce clots from forming in the blood.
If you have high BP, COZAAR can help relax your blood vessels and lower your BP. Lower the chance of stroke. If you have high BP and a heart problem called left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), COZAAR can reduce your chance of having a stroke. COZAAR may not help black patients lower their chance of having a stroke. COZAAR is the only medicine in its class proven to lower the chance of stroke. Slow the worsening of kidney disease
If you have type 2 diabetes with decreased kidney function and you have high BP, COZAAR can delay the development of serious kidney disease.
Generic Cyproheptadine - Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine. Cyproheptadine blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.
Cyproheptadine is used to treat sneezing; runny nose; itching, watery eyes; hives; rashes; itching; and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.
Although not approved by the FDA for this purpose, cyproheptadine has been used to stimulate appetite in underweight patients.
Generic Diclofenac (Diclofenac Sodium) - Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat pain and inflammation associated with arthritis.
Generic Diflucan (Fluconazole) - Diflucan is used to treat fungal infections called candidiasis (also known as thrush or yeast infections). These include vaginal infections, throat infections, and fungal infections elsewhere in the body, such as infections of the urinary tract, peritonitis (inflammation of the lining of the abdomen), and pneumonia. Diflucan is also prescribed to guard against candidiasis in some people receiving bone marrow transplants, and is used to treat meningitis (brain or spinal cord inflammation) caused by another type of fungus. In addition, Diflucan is now being prescribed for fungal infections in kidney and liver transplant patients, and fungal infections in patients with AIDS.
Generic Dilantin (Phenytoin Sodium) - Dilantin is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. It works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures. Dilantin is used to control seizures. It is not made to treat all types of seizures, and your doctor will determine if it is the right medication for you.
Generic Dimenhydrinate - Dimenhydrinate is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It is most effective when taken to prevent motion sickness rather than waiting to treat symptoms that have already started.
Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine. It is not known exactly how dimenhydrinate stops motion sickness. It is thought to work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine) and preventing its effects on the inner ear. The inner ear helps maintain your sense of balance and position.
Generic Ditropan (Oxybutynin) - Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (e.g., overactive bladder). It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics.
The manufacturer does not recommend using this medication in children younger than 5 years of age.
Generic Doxycycline - DOXYCYCLINE is a tetracycline antibiotic. It kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It is used to treat many kinds of infections, like dental, skin, respiratory, and urinary tract infections. It also treats acne, Lyme disease, malaria, and certain sexually transmitted infections.
Generic Enalapril -Enalapril (Vasotec) is used to treat high blood pressure, congestive heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack.
Generic Erythromycin (Erythromycin Estolate) - Erythromycin is an antibiotic approved to treat a wide range of infections caused by bacteria, such as streptococcal infections of the skin, ears, and sinuses, pneumococcal pneumonia, chlamydia, bronchitis; diphtheria; Legionnaires' disease; whooping cough; pneumonia; rheumatic fever; certain venereal diseases, and other infections. It is also approved for use before some surgery or dental work to prevent infection in certain people at risk for complications.
Generic Escitalopram - Escitalopram is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Escitalopram affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression or anxiety. Escitalopram is used to treat anxiety and major depressive disorder.
Generic Esidrex (Hydrochlorothiazide) - Hydrochlorothiazide, a 'water pill,' is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention caused by various conditions, including heart disease. It causes the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine.
Generic Evista (Raloxifene) - EVISTA is the only medicine proven to reduce both the risk of spinal fractures due to osteoporosis and the risk of invasive breast cancer in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. EVISTA does not treat breast cancer, prevent it from returning, or reduce the risk of all forms of breast cancer.
Generic Exelon (Rivastigmine) - Exelon improves the function of nerve cells in the brain. It works by preventing the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine (ah see til KO leen). People with dementia usually have lower levels of this chemical, which is important for the processes of memory, thinking, and reasoning. Exelon is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease.
