Medication Descriptions

PharmAffordable Medication Descriptions
RX Drug Purpose/Use
ACETAMINOPHEN-COD is generic for Vopac and used to treat pain
ALLOPURINOL is generic for Zyloprim and used to treat kidney stones, hyperuricemia, and gout
ALPRAZOLAM is generic for Xanax and used to treat anxiety and panic disorders
AMIODARONE HCL is generic for Cordarone, Pacerone and is used to treat V-fib and V-tach
AMITRIPTYLINE HCL is generic for Elavil and is used to treat depression and neuropathic pain
AMLODIPINE BESYLATE is generic for Norvasc and is used to treat hypertension and Anginal (chest) pain
AMOX-CLAV is generic for Augmentin and is used to treat bacterial infection of the skin, pneumonia, urinary tract, and bronchitis
AMOXICILLIN is generic for Amoxil and is used to treat bacterial infection of the genitourinary tract, ENT, skin, bronchitis, pneumonia
ATENOLOL is generic for Tenormin and is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension
ATORVASTATIN is generic for Lipitor and is used to treat high cholesterol
BACLOFEN is generic for Lioresal, Ozobax and is used to treat muscle spasms from multiple sclerosis
BENAZEPRIL HCL is generic for Lotensin and is used to treat hypertension
BENZONATATE is generic for Zonatuss and is used to treat coughs from the cold and other respiratory issues
BENZTROPINE MES is generic for Cogentin and is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's or involuntary movements from antipsychotic drugs
BUPROPION HCL is generic for Wellbutrin and is used to treat depression and smoking cessation
BUSPIRONE HCL is generic for BuSpar, Vanspar and is used to treat generalized anxiety disorder
CARBIDOPA-LEVODOPA is generic for Duopa and is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's
CARISOPRODOL is generic for Soma and is used to treat skeletal muscle pain or injury
CARVEDILOL is generic for Coreg and is used to treat hypertension and heart failure
CEFTRIAXONE is generic for Rocephin and is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections
CEPHALEXIN is generic for Keflex and is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections
CETIRIZINE HCL is generic for Zyrtec and is used to treat symptoms of allergies
CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE is generic for Peridex, Periogard and is used to treat gingivitis
CHLORHEXIDINE is generic for Peridex, Periogard and is used to treat gingivitis
CICLOPIROX is generic for Loprox and is used to treat fungal skin infections (athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm)
CIPROFLOXACIN HCL is generic for Cipro and is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections
CITALOPRAM HBR is generic for Celexa and is used to treat depression
CLONAZEPAM is generic for Klonopin and is used to treat and prevent seizures
CLONIDINE HCL is generic for Catapres and is used to treat hypertension
CLOPIDOGREL is generic for Plavix and is used to treat chest pain and prevent blood clots after surgery, heart attack, and stroke
CLOTRIMAZOLE-BETAMETHASONE is generic for Lotrisone and is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections
CYCLOBENZAPRINE is generic for Flexeril and is used short-term to treat muscle spasms
DEXAMETHASONE is generic for Maxidex and is used to treat a wide variety of inflammatory conditions such as allergic disorders and skin conditions
DIAZEPAM is generic for Valium and is used to treat anxiety, muscle spasms, and alcohol withdrawal syndrome
DICLOFENAC SOD is generic for Voltaren and is used to treat mild/moderate pain and symptoms of osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
DICYCLOMINE is generic for Bentyl and is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome
DIGOXIN is generic for Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin and is used to treat heart failure and chronic atrial fibrillation
DILTIAZEM is generic for Cardizem and is used to prevent chest pain (angina)
DIVALPROEX SOD is generic for Depakote and is used to treat seizure disorders, mental conditions (manic phase - bipolar disorder) and prevent migraines
DONEPEZIL HCL is generic for Aricept and is used to treat dementia related to Alzheimer's disease
DULOXETINE HCL is generic for Cymbalta and is used to treat depression, anxiety, and chronic musculoskeletal pain
ESCITALOPRAM is generic for Lexapro and is used to treat depression and anxiety
ESTRADIOL is generic for Cenestin, Enjuvia, Estrace and is used to treat symptoms of menopause
FAMOTIDINE is generic for Pepcid and is used to treat stomach ulcers and heartburn and prevent intestinal ulcers
FINASTERIDE is generic for Proscar and is used to treat male patterned baldness and shrink enlarged prostate in adult men
FLUORIDE is generic for Karidium, Luride and is used to prevent dental cavities
FLUOXETINE HCL is generic for Prozac, Sarafem and is used to treat depression, OCD, panic disorders, eating disorders, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder
FOLIC ACID is generic for FA-8, Folacin-800, FaLessa and is used to treat folic acid deficiency and types of anemia
FUROSEMIDE is generic for Lasix and is used to treat hypertension and edema in patients with congestive heart failure, liver disease or nephrotic syndrome
GABAPENTIN is generic for Neurontin and is used to treat neuropathic pain following shingles infection in adults and prevent and control seizures
GEMFIBROZIL is generic for Lopid and is used to treat hypertriglyceridemia, HDL deficiency, and primary coronary heart disease
GLIMEPIRIDE is generic for Amaryl and is used to treat Type 2 Diabetes mellitus
GLIPIZIDE is generic for Glucotrol and is used to treat Type 2 Diabetes mellitus
GLYBURIDE is generic for Diabeta, Glycron, Glynase and is used to treat Type 2 Diabetes mellitus
GLYBURIDE-METFORMIN is generic for Glucovance and is used to treat Type 2 Diabetes mellitus
GLYCOPYRROLATE is generic for Seebri Neohaler and is used to treat COPD (emphysema and chronic bronchitis); prevent shortness of breath and wheezing
HYDRALAZINE is generic for Apresoline and is used to treat hypertension
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is generic for Microside and is used to treat hypertension and edema due to chronic heart failure
HYDROCORTISONE is generic for Cortef, Cortizone-10 and is used to treat arthritis and immune disorders (reduces pain, swelling, and allergic-type reactions)
HYDROXYZINE HCL is generic for Vistaril and is used to treat anxiety, dementia, and alcohol withdrawal syndrome
HYDROXYZINE PAM is generic for Vistaril and is used to treat itching caused by allergies
HYOSCYAMINE is generic for Anaspaz, Cystospaz, Donnamar and is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome and neurogenic bladder cramps
IBUPROFEN is generic for Caldolor and is used to treat mild/moderate pain and fever
INDOMETHACIN is generic for Indocin and is used to treat pain and stiffness from gout, arthritis, tendonitis, and bursitis
ISONIAZID is generic for Niazid and is used to treat tuberculosis (active and inactive)
LAMOTRIGINE is generic for Lamictal and is used to treat/control seizures and prevent extreme mood swings in adults with bipolar disorder
LETROZOLE is generic for Femara and is used to treat certain types of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Helps prevent cancer from returning
LEVETIRACETAM is generic for Keppra and is used to treat seizures due to epilepsy
LEVOTHYROXINE is generic for Levothriod, Levoxyl, Synthroid and is used to treat hypothyroidism
LIDOCAINE HCL is generic for Lidamantle, Xylocaine and is used to treat itching and pain from certain skin conditions
LISINOPRIL is generic for Prinivil, Zestril and is used to treat hypertension
LISINOPRIL-HCTZ is generic for Prinzide, Zestoretic and is used to treat hypertension
LITHIUM CARBONATE is generic for Eskalith and is used to treat bipolar disorder
LORAZEPAM is generic for Ativan and is used to treat anxiety, nausea from chemotherapy, alcohol withdrawal syndrome, and serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus)
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM is generic for Cozaar and is used to treat hypertension, protect kidneys from damage due to diabetes, lower risk of stroke from hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy (enlarged heart)
LOVASTATIN is generic for Mevacor and is used to treat hypercholesterolemia (lower LDL and increase HDL) and hyperlipidemia (overabundance of circulating lipids)
MECLIZINE is generic for Antivert and is used to treat motion sickness and vertigo
MEDROXYPROGESTERONE is generic for Provera and is used to treat female hormonal imbalance and endometriosis
MELOXICAM is generic for Mobic, Vivlodex and is used to treat arthritis
MEMANTINE HCL is generic for Namenda and is used to treat moderate to severe dementia from Alzheimer's disease
METFORMIN HCL is generic for Glucophage and is used to treat Type 2 Diabetes mellitus
METHIMAZOLE is generic for Tapazole and is used to treat hyperthyroidism; overactive thyroid
METHOCARBAMOL is generic for Robaxin and is used to treat muscle spasms
METOCLOPRAMIDE is generic for Reglan and is used to treat nausea from chemotherapy, gastroparesis in diabetic patients, and GERD
METOPROLOL SUCCINATE is generic for Toprol XL and is used to treat angina, hypertension, and heart failure
METOPROLOL TARTRATE is generic for Lopressor and is used to treat hypertension, angina, and heart failure
MIRTAZAPINE is generic for Remeron and is used to treat depression
M-NATAL PLUS is a brand of PNV (prenatal vitamins) and is used to treat/prevent vitamin and iron deficiency
MONTELUKAST SOD is generic for Singulair and is used to treat symptoms of asthma
MULTIVIT-FLUOR is generic for Pedi multivit no. 17 w-fluoride and is used to treat vitamin deficiency and dental caries in children
MULTIVIT-FLUORIDE is generic for Pedi multivit no. 17 w-fluoride and is used to treat vitamin deficiency and dental caries in children
MUPIROCIN is generic for Bactroban and is used to treat certain skin infections, like impetigo (school sores)
NAPROXEN is generic for Aleve and is used to treat pain from various conditions and reduce swelling and joint stiffness from arthritis, bursitis, and gout
NITROGLYCERIN is generic for Nitrolingual and is used to treat chest pain in people that have coronary artery disease
NORTRIPTYLINE HCL is generic for Aventyl, Pamelor and is used to treat mental/mood disorders like depression
OLANZAPINE is generic for Zyprexa and is used to treat severe agitation associated with schizophrenia and bipolar mania
OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL is generic for Benicar and is used to treat hypertension
OMEPRAZOLE is generic for Prilosec and is used to treat acid reflux and ulcers (GERD) and Z-E syndrome (excess gastrin hormone --> stomach acid overproduction)
ONDANSETRON HCL is generic for Zofran and is used to treat nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy/radiation therapy
PANTOPRAZOLE SOD is generic for Protonix and is used to treat gastroesophageal problems (acid reflux), (Z-E syndrome)
PAROXETINE HCL is generic for Paxil and is used to treat depression, panic disorder, OCD, anxiety, and PTSD
PENICILLIN VK is generic for Veetids and is used to treat/prevent bacterial infections
PHENTERMINE is generic for Ionamin and is used to treat obesity or weight-related medical problems
POLY-IRON 150 FORTE is generic for Ferrex 150 and is used to treat iron-deficiency anemia
PRAMIPEXOLE is generic for Mirapex and is used to treat Parkinson's disease
PRAVASTATIN SODIUM is generic for Pravachol and is used to treat hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, and coronary artery disease
PREDNISONE is generic for Deltasone and is used to decrease inflammation and treat immune disorders (Skin, blood, gut, lungs)
PREGABALIN is generic for Lyrica and is used to treat fibromyalgia and nerve damage from diabetes, shingles, or spinal cord injury
PRENATAL VITAMIN PLUS LOW IRON is a PNV used to treat/prevent vitamin deficiency from poor diet, illness, or during pregnancy
PROMETHAZINE is generic for Phenergan and is used to treat motion sickness, sleeplessness, and allergy symptoms
PROPRANOLOL is generic for Inderal and is used to treat tremors, hypertension, angina, heart rhythm disorders and prevent heart attack
QUETIAPINE FUMURATE is generic for Seroquel and is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
QUINAPRIL is generic for Accupril and is used to treat hypertension and chronic heart failure
RAMIPRIL is generic for Altace and is used to treat hypertension and chronic heart failure
RISPERIDONE is generic for Perseris and is used to treat schizophrenia and manic episodes of bipolar disorder
ROPINIROLE HCL is generic for Requip and is used to treat Parkinson's disease
ROSUVASTATIN CALCIUM is generic for Crestor, Ezallor Sprinkle and is used to treat hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia
SERTRALINE HCL is generic for Zoloft and is used to treat depression, panic disorder, PTSD, OCD, anxiety and premenstrual dysphoric disorder
SIMVASTATIN is generic for Zocor and is used to treat hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, and coronary artery disease
SODIUM FLUORIDE is generic for Fluor-A-Day, Luride and is used to prevent cavities
SOTALOL is generic for Betapace and is used to treat sustained ventricular tachycardia and atrial fibrillation
SPIRONOLACTONE is generic for Aldactone and is used to treat hypertension and heart failure
SULFAMETHOXAZOLE-TMP is generic for Bactrim, Septra and is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections and pneumocystis pneumonia in immune-compromised patients
TAMSULOSIN HCL is generic for Flomax and is used to treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate
TEMAZEPAM is generic for Restoril and is used to treat insomnia
TIZANIDINE HCL is generic for Zanaflex and is used to treat muscle spasms caused by spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis
TOPIRAMATE is generic for Topamax and is used to treat seizures from epilespy and prevent migraine headaches
TORSEMIDE is generic for Demadex and is used to treat edema due to heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease
TRAMADOL HCL is generic for Qdolo, Ultram and is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain
TRAMADOL-ACETAMINOPHEN is generic for Ultracet and is used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain
TRAZODONE is generic for Desyrel and is used to treat depression
TRIAMCINOLONE is generic for Aristocort, Kenalog and is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash)
TRIAMTERENE-HCTZ is generic for Dyrenium and is used to treat edema due to cancer, congestive heart failure, liver disease and renal disease
TRIHEXYPHENIDYL is generic for Artane and is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's diease or involuntary movements caused by side effects to antipsychotics
TRI-LO-MILI is generic for Estarylla, Femynor, Mili and is used as a pregnancy contraception and to treat acne vulgaris
VENLAFAXINE HCL is generic for Effexor and is used to treat depression, anxiety, and panic disorder
VERAPAMIL is generic for Isoptin, Calan and is used to treat hypertension
ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE is generic for Edluar and is used to treat insomnia
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