Ambroxol Hydrochloride
Dosage form: tablets, syrup What is Ambroxol? Ambroxol works to thin down and break up phlegm (sputum) and is used to clear...
Dosage form: tablets, syrup What is Ambroxol? Ambroxol works to thin down and break up phlegm (sputum) and is used to clear...
Pronunciation: a-MAN-ta-deenGeneric name: amantadineBrand names: Gocovri, Osmolex ER, SymmetrelDrug classes: Adamantane antivirals , Dopaminergic antiparkinsonism agents What is amantadine? Amantadine is an antiviral medicine that blocks the...
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...
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...
Key facts What are statins? Statins are a group of prescription medicines used to lower cholesterol. They are recommended for people who are...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
Key facts Why is the schedule important? The schedule is designed to protect public health and safety. Some medicines have a...
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...
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)...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
If you are thinking about taking a medicine while you’re pregnant, there are a few things to consider. This is because...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Key facts Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) What is the PBS? The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) lets Australians use lots of prescribed...
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...
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...
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...
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...