August 2025

AndroGel

Generic name: testosterone topical [ tes-TOS-ter-one-TOP-i-kal ]Drug class: Androgens and anabolic steroids  What is AndroGel? AndroGel contains testosterone, a naturally occurring male hormone necessary for many...

August 26, 2025

Opioids

Key facts What are opioids? Opioids are a group of medicines that may be prescribed by a doctor to treat pain....

August 26, 2025

Amitriptyline

Pronunciation: a-mee-TRIP-ti-leenBrand names: Elavil, Endep, VanatripDosage form: tablets (10mg, 25mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg)Drug class: Tricyclic antidepressants  What is amitriptyline? Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant used...

August 26, 2025

Alunbrig

Pronunciation: uh-lun-brigGeneric name: brigatinibDrug class: Multikinase inhibitors  What is Alunbrig? Alunbrig is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in...

August 26, 2025

Diuretic medicines 

Key facts What are diuretics? Diuretics are medicines that make your kidneys produce more urine. This helps remove extra fluid in...

August 26, 2025

Alfuzosin

Generic name: alfuzosin [ al-FUE-zoe-sin ]Brand name: UroxatralDosage form: oral tablet, extended release (10 mg)Drug class: Alpha blockers  What is alfuzosin? Alfuzosin is an alpha-adrenergic (AL-fa ad-ren-ER-Jk)...

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...

August 26, 2025

Zestoretic

Generic name: hydrochlorothiazide and lisinopril [ HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide-and-lye-SIN-oh-pril ]Drug class: ACE inhibitors with thiazides What is Zestoretic? Zestoretic contains a combination of hydrochlorothiazide and lisinopril. Hydrochlorothiazide...

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

Acyclovir

Generic name: acyclovir (oral) [ a-SYE-klo-veer ]Brand names: Sitavig, ZoviraxDosage forms: buccal tablet (50 mg), oral capsule (200 mg), oral suspension (200 mg/5 mL), oral tablet (400...

August 26, 2025

Abilify Discmelt (Oral)

Generic name: aripiprazole [ ar-i-PIP-ra-zole ]Brand names: Abilify, Abilify Discmelt, Abilify MyciteDrug class: Atypical antipsychotics  Oral route(Tablet;Tablet, Disintegrating;Solution) Warning: Increased Mortality In Elderly Patients With Dementia-Related Psychosis And...

August 26, 2025

Zavzpret

Generic name: zavegepantDosage form: Nasal spray (10mg/spray)Drug class: CGRP inhibitors What is Zavzpret? Zavzpret (zavegepant) is a calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist nasal spray used...

August 26, 2025

Sunscreen

Key facts What is sunscreen? Sunscreen is a cream or lotion used on your skin to help protect your skin from the damaging...

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