Drug classes

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

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

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