August 26, 2025

Ambroxol Hydrochloride

Dosage form: tablets, syrup What is Ambroxol? Ambroxol works to thin down and break up phlegm (sputum) and is used to clear...

August 26, 2025

Alprazolam

Pronunciation: al-PRAY-zoe-lamGeneric name: alprazolamBrand names: Xanax, Xanax XR, NiravamDosage forms: oral concentrate (1 mg/mL), oral tablet (0.25 mg; 0.5 mg; 1 mg; 2 mg), oral tablet, disintegrating...

August 26, 2025

Yasmin

Generic name: drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol [ dro-SPY-re-nown, ETH-in-il, ESS-tra-dy-ol ]Drug class: Contraceptives What is Yasmin? Yasmin is a combination birth control pill containing female...

August 26, 2025

Statins

Key facts What are statins? Statins are a group of prescription medicines used to lower cholesterol. They are recommended for people who are...

August 26, 2025

Alendronate

Generic name: alendronate [ a-LEN-dro-nate ]Brand names: Binosto, FosamaxDosage forms: oral solution (70 mg/75 mL), oral tablet (10 mg; 35 mg; 5 mg; 70 mg), oral tablet,...

August 26, 2025

Albuterol Inhalation

Pronunciation: al-BYOO-ter-allGeneric name: albuterol inhalationBrand names: ProAir HFA, ProAir RespiClick, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA, AccuNebDrug class: Adrenergic bronchodilators  What is albuterol inhalation? Albuterol is a bronchodilator that relaxes muscles...

August 26, 2025

Ajovy

Pronunciation: a-JO-veeGeneric name: fremanezumab-vfrmDrug class: CGRP inhibitors  What is Ajovy? Ajovy is an injectable prescription medicine used to prevent migraine headaches in adults. Ajovy...

August 26, 2025

Xadago

Generic name: safinamide [ sa-FIN-a-mide ]Drug class: Dopaminergic antiparkinsonism agents What is Xadago? Xadago is monoamine oxidase inhibitor type B (MAO-B). This medicine works by...

August 26, 2025

Afinitor

Pronunciation: a-fin-it-orGeneric name: everolimusBrand names: Afinitor, Afinitor DisperzDrug classes: MTOR inhibitors  , Selective immunosuppressants  What is Afinitor? Afinitor is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth of cancer cells...

August 26, 2025

Adderall

Pronunciation: ADD-ur-allGeneric name: amphetamine and dextroamphetamineBrand names: Adderall, Adderall XR, MydayisDrug class: CNS stimulants  What is Adderall? Adderall is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)...

August 26, 2025

Wainua

Pronunciation: way-noo’-ahGeneric name: EplontersenDosage form: subcutaneous injection (45 mg/0.8 mL)Drug class: Miscellaneous metabolic agents What is Wainua? Wainua (eplontersen) is used to treat polyneuropathy of...

August 26, 2025

Medicines for cold and flu 

Key facts What over-the-counter medicines are available to relieve cold and flu symptoms? There are a number of over-the-counter medicines that...

August 26, 2025

Valacyclovir

Generic name: valacyclovir [ val-a-SYE-kloe-veer ]Brand name: ValtrexDrug class: Purine nucleosides What is valacyclovir? Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of...

August 26, 2025

Vyepti

Pronunciation: vye ep’ teeGeneric name: eptinezumab-jjmrDosage form: injection single-dose vial (100 mg/mL)Drug class: CGRP inhibitors What is Vyepti? Vyepti (eptinezumab-jjmr) is used to prevent migraines and is...

August 26, 2025

Abiraterone

Generic name: abiraterone acetate [ A-bir-A-te-rone ]Brand names: Yonsa, ZytigaDosage form: oral tablet (125 mg; 250 mg; 500 mg)Drug class: Miscellaneous antineoplastics  What is abiraterone? Abiraterone works by reducing...

August 26, 2025

Abilify (Intramuscular)

Generic name: aripiprazole [ ar-i-PIP-ra-zole ]Brand names: Abilify, Abilify Asimtufii, Abilify MaintenaDrug class: Atypical antipsychotics  Intramuscular route(Powder for Suspension;Suspension, Extended Release) Increased Mortality In Elderly Patients With Dementia-Related Psychosis...

August 26, 2025

Aimovig

Pronunciation: AIM-oh-vigGeneric name: erenumabDosage form: Aimovig autoinjector (70 mg/mL, 140 mg/mL), prefilled Aimovig injection (70 mg/mL, 140 mg/mL)Drug class: CGRP inhibitors  What is Aimovig? Aimovig...

August 26, 2025

Agamree

Pronunciation: ah gam’ reeGeneric name: vamoroloneDosage form: oral suspension (40 mg/mL)Drug class: Glucocorticoids  What is Agamree? Agamree (vamorolone) is a novel corticosteroid used to treat Duchenne...

August 26, 2025

Ubiquinone

Scientific Name(s): Coenzyme Q-10, Mitoquinone, UbidecarenoneCommon Name(s): Adelir, Coenzyme Q10, Heartcin, Inokiton, Neuquinone, Taidecanone, Ubiquinone, Udekinon Clinical Overview Use Ubiquinone may have applications...

August 26, 2025

Advair Diskus

Generic name: fluticasone and salmeterol [ floo-TIK-a-sone, sal-ME-te-rol ]Brand names: Advair Diskus, Advair HFA, AirDuo RespiClickDrug class: Bronchodilator combinations  What is Advair Diskus? Advair Diskus inhalation is a steroid and...

August 26, 2025

Ubrelvy 

Pronunciation: you-brel-veeGeneric name: ubrogepantDosage form: 50mg tablet, 100mg tabletDrug class: CGRP inhibitors What is Ubrelvy? Ubrelvy tablets are used to treat migraine headaches in adults, that are...

August 26, 2025

Adalimumab

Pronunciation: a dal aye’ mu mabBrand names: Humira, Amjevita, Yusimry, Cyltezo, Yuflyma, Dosage form: Subcutaneous injection by Autoinjector, Pre-Filled Syringe, Single-Dose VialDrug classes: Antirheumatics  , TNF alfa inhibitors  What is adalimumab? Adalimumab...

August 26, 2025

Acetaminophen

Pronunciation: a-SEET-a-MIN-oh-fenGeneric name: acetaminophen (oral)Brand names: Actamin, Anacin AF, Aurophen, Bromo Seltzer, Children’s Tylenol,Dosage forms: oral capsule (325 mg; 500 mg), oral granule, effervescent (650 mg), oral...

August 26, 2025

Abilify Maintena

Generic name: aripiprazole lauroxil (injection) [ AR-i-PIP-ra-zole ]Drug class: Atypical antipsychotics  What is Abilify Maintena? Abilify Maintena (aripiprazole) extended-release injection is used alone or in combination...

August 26, 2025

Tamsulosin

Generic name: tamsulosin [ tam-soo-LOE-sin ]Brand name: FlomaxDosage form: oral capsule (0.4 mg)Drug class: Alpha blockers What is tamsulosin? Tamsulosin belongs to a class of medications called...

August 26, 2025

Abilify

Generic name: aripiprazole (oral) [ AR-i-PIP-ra-zole ]Drug class: Atypical antipsychotics  What is Abilify? Abilify is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the actions of...

August 26, 2025