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Prescription Drug Information
Learn about prescription drug interactions, side effects, dosages,
and safety information for children, seniors, and pregnant women.
Prescription drug information about our most frequently used medications.
Look for interlinks between pages in the 'Interactions' section
of each prescription fact sheet, to better help you research potential
interactions with other drug treatments. Where possible, we have
included information on interactions with herbal medications and
supplements.
Some of the prescription drugs described below vary in availability,
and may not all be carried consistently by the US pharmacies in
the prescription service listings. We have included information
regarding some of these medications as a courtesy to members who
have requested that we inform them about their side effects and
whether or not they interact with medication they currently take.
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Accupril (Quinapril) - ACE inhibitor, treats high blood
pressure, reduces risk of death from heart attack or stroke.
Adipex | Phentermine (Fastin)
- Appetite suppressant prescribed for serious weight problems.
Allegra (Fexofenadine)
- Antihistamine treatment for hay fever and hives.
Altace (Ramipril) - ACE inhibitor, treats high blood pressure,
reduces risk of death from heart attack or stroke.
Ambien (Zolpidem) - Sleeping
pill for short term or chronic insomnia.
Amiloride - Potassium-sparing diuretic.
Arthrotec (Diclofenac,
Misoprostol) - Anti-inflammatory treatment for arthritis
for individuals at risk of stomach ulcer from NSAIDs alone.
Ativan (Lorazepam) -
Benzodiazepine prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, and alcohol
withdrawal.
Bromazepam - Benzodiazepine
used to treat anxiety and insomnia. (Foreign only)
Calan (Verapamil) - Calcium
Channel Blocker treating angina, arrhythmia, cluster headaches,
and high blood pressure.
Capoten (Captopril) - ACE inhibitor used for high blood
pressure, congestive heart failure.
Cardene (Nicardipine)
- Calcium Channel Blocker treating angina, migraine, and high
blood pressure.
Cardizem (Diltiazem) - Calcium
Channel Blocker treating angina, migraine, and high blood
pressure.
Cardura (Doxazosin) - High blood pressure and prostate enlargement
treatment.
Celebrex (Celecoxib)
- Cox II inhibitor prescribed for arthritis pain and the reduction
of polyps.
Celexa (Citalopram) - Antidepressant,
also prescribed for obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Cerebyx (Fosphenytoin) - Antiseizure medication, brain surgery
adjunct.
Clinoril (Sulindac) - Prescription
NSAID used to treat chronic inflammatory joint pain.
Coumadin (Warfarin)
- Anti-clotting medication, blood thinner.
Demerol (Meperidine)
- Narcotic analgesic for moderate to severe pain.
Depakene (Valproic Acid) - Anticonvulsant used for several
types of epilepsy.
Didrex (Benzphetamine) - Weight loss treatment for severe
weight problems.
Diflucan (Fluconazole)
- Antifungal medication for systemic or vaginal yeast infections.
Elavil (Amitriptyline)
- Depression medication, also prescribed to reduce chronic
pain.
Emergency Contraception
- Oral contraceptive treatment that can prevent pregnancy
up to 72 hours after unprotected sex.
Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine)
- Skeletal muscle relaxant used to treat sprains, muscle injuries,
and fibromyalgia.
Fosamax (alendronate) -
Increases bone density, treats osteoporosis and Paget's disease.
Halcion (Triazolam) - Sleeping
pill of the benzodiazepine family.
Imitrex (Sumatriptan)
- Migraine and cluster headache medication.
Inderal (Propranolol) -
Beta Blocker used to treat high blood pressure and migraine.
Klonopin (Clonazepam)
- Anti-panic and anticonvulsant medication also used to treat
restless legs.
Lamisil (Terbinafine) -
Antifungal used to treat ringworm, jock itch, and fungal infections
of finger and toenails.
Lanoxin (Digoxin) - Digitalis
based heart medication, used to treat and prevent heart failure.
Lithium - Antidepressant used to treat
bipolar disorder, mania, and also cluster headaches.
Lipitor (Atorvastatin)
- Treatment for high or abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride
levels.
Lopressor (Metoprolol)
- Beta Blocker used for high blood pressure, glaucoma, and
migraine.
Lotensin (Benazepril)
- ACE inhibitor, treats high blood pressure, reduces risk
of death from heart attack or stroke.
Luvox (Fluvoxamine)
- SSRI used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression,
panic, and anxiety.
Meridia (Sibutramine)
- Appetite suppressant prescribed for serious weight problems.
Monopril (Fosinopril)
- ACE inhibitor, treats high blood pressure, reduces risk
of cardiovascular events such as heart attack or stroke.
Naprosyn (Naproxen)
- Anti-inflammatory pain treatment. (Recent studies indicate
increased risk of heart attack with this medication.)
Neurontin (Gabapentin)
- Antiseizure medication also used for pain syndromes and
migraine.
Nifedipine - Calcium
channel blocker used to treat angina and high blood pressure.
Nitrazepam - Benzodiazepine
used to treat insomnia. (Foreign only)
Norvasc (Amlodipine) - Calcium channel blocker that treats
angina and high blood pressure.
OxyContin (Oxycodone)
- Narcotic pain medication for severe chronic pain.
Paxil (Paroxetine) - Antidepressant
prescribed for major depressive disorders, anxiety, obsessive
compulsive disorder, and posttraumatic stress.
Plavix (Clopidogrel) - Anti-clotting
drug for the prevention of stroke, heart attack.
Prevacid (Lansoprazole) - Proton
pump inhibitor treating high acid and ulcerative conditions
of the stomach and esophagus.
Prilosec (Omeprazole)
- Proton pump inhibitor treating high acid and ulcerative
conditions of the stomach and esophagus.
Prinivil, Zestril (Lisinopril)
- ACE inhibitor, treats high blood pressure, reduces
heart attack risk.
Propecia (Finasteride)
- Hair growth treatment for men experiencing, or anticipating,
hair loss.
ProSom (Estazolam) - Benzodiazepine treatment for insomnia.
Prozac (Fluoxetine)
- Antidepressant prescribed for major depressive disorders,
obsessive compulsive disorder, bulimia, and severe PMS (PMDS).
Renova (Tretinoin) - Vitamin A based skin treatment for
severe acne.
Restoril (Temazepam) - Benzodiazepine
prescribed to treat insomnia.
Ritalin (Methylphenidate)
- Mild stimulant used to treat ADD/ADHD and narcolepsy.
Robaxin (Methocarbamol)
- Skeletal muscle relaxant used to treat sprains or muscle
injuries.
Sinequan (Doxepin) -
Antidepressant used to treat severe depression, anxiety, insomnia,
and chronic pain.
Skelaxin (Metaxalone) -
Skeletal muscle relaxant used to treat sprains or muscle injuries.
Soma (Carisoprodol) - Skeletal
muscle relaxant used to treat sprains or muscle injuries. Sonata (Zaleplon) - Fast
acting sleeping pill for short-term insomnia. Sporanox (Itraconazole)
- Antifungal treatment used for fungal and yeast infections. Tagamet (Cimetidine) - Histamine
blocker prescribed for gastrointestinal ulcers and acid reflux. Tegretol (Carbamazepine)
- Anticonvulsant also used to treat certain nerve pain and
psychiatric disorders.
Tenormin (Atenolol)
- Beta Blocker used to treat angina, hypertension, and migraine.
Tenuate (Diethylpropion) - Weight loss treatment for severe
weight conditions.
Tikosyn (Dofetilide) - Antiarrhythmic used to treat irregular
heartbeat.
Trazodone - Antidepressant also used
to treat insomnia. Ultram (Tramadol) - Non-narcotic
pain medication used to treat all levels of pain, chronic
pain, and fibromyalgia.
Valium (Diazepam)
- Anti-anxiety drug prescribed for anxiety, tremor, and muscle
spasm.
Vasotec (Enalapril)
- ACE inhibitor, treats high blood pressure, reduces risk
of death from heart attack or stroke.
Vioxx (Rofecoxib) - COX II inhibitor
used for osteoarthritis and acute or menstrual pain.
Vivactil (Protriptyline) - Tricyclic antidepressant also
used for ADHD, narcolepsy, and migraine.
Xanax (Alprazolam)
- Anti-anxiety drug prescribed for anxiety, panic, and some
phobias.
Zanaflex (Tizanidine) - Antispastic
used to treat muscle spasms in multiple sclerosis or spinal
injury.
Zantac (Ranitidine)
- Histamine blocker used to treat peptic ulcer.
Zocor (Simvastatin) - HMG-CoA inhibitor prescribed to lower
cholesterol, reduce risk of cardiovascular incidents such
as heart attack and stroke.
Zoloft (Sertraline) - Antidepressant
prescribed for panic disorder, depression, obsessive compulsive
disorder, and posttraumatic stress.
Zovirax (Acyclovir)
- Antiviral prescription for herpes and chickenpox outbreaks.
Zyrtec (Cetirizine) - Antihistamine allergy treatment, causes
less drowsiness.
Disorders
Acne - Non-threatenting, but sometimes painful, skin condition
caused by clogged hair follicles.
Anxiety - Excessive, sometimes paralyzing, worry. Sometimes
accompanied by panic attacks.
Fibromyalgia - A syndrome
characterized by bodywide chronic pain and fatigue not attributed
to an infectious or degenerative disease.
Genital Yeast Infection - Fungal infection of the genital
or vaginal area, usually accompanied by intense itching and
discomfort, but not generally causing lasting harm.
Joint Pain - Chronic arthritic joint pain may be caused
by gout, wear and tear, or autoimmune disorders.
Migraine - A type of
severe headache which may last from 4-72 hours, and be accompanied
by a range of unpleasant symptoms.
Pain - Your guide to pain
control for headache, joint pain or arthritis, injury, recovery,
chronic pain, and much more. Side effects and interactions
for the general classes of pain medications.
Sleep Disorders - Inability
to fall asleep (insomnia), stay asleep, sleep deeply, or conditions
which cause you to wake up during the night such as restless legs
or sleep apnea.
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Care.
References
- Medline
- A service of the National Library of Medicine
- "Physicians' Desk Reference" 56th ed. 2002
- "The Essential Guide to Prescription Drugs 2002" by James J.
Rybacki, Pharm.D.
- "The PDR [Physician's Desk Reference] Pocket Guide to Prescription
Drugs" 5th Edition
- "The Merck Manual of Medical Information" Home Edition
- "Prescription for Nutritional Healing" 3rd ed. Balch
& Balch
- Other sources have been specified as appropriate within individual
fact sheets.
This medication information is not intended to diagnose symptoms, prescribe treatment, or to substitute for consultation with a physician. While we have made every effort to ensure that this information is accurate and extensive, only your doctor can tell you if a medication, or drug combination, is safe for you. Information intended for US residents only.
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