TOP 200 DRUGS FOR PTCB

1. Amoxil

1. Amoxil

Generic Name: Amoxicillin

Drug Class: Penicillin Antibiotic

Indication: Bacterial Infection

2. Crestor

Generic Name: Rosuvastatin

Drug Class: HMG CoA Reductase Inhibitor/Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia (Lowers cholesterol and triglycerides)

3. Lipitor

Generic Name: Atorvastatin

Drug Class: HMG CoA Reductase Inhibitor/Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia (Lowers cholesterol and triglycerides)

4. Nexium

Generic Name: Esomeprazole

Drug Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)

Indication: Treats GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) (Gag reflex)

5. Plavix

Generic Name: Clopidogrel

Drug Class: Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor

Indication: Preventing Blood Clots

6. Singulair

Generic Name: Montelukast

Drug Class: Leukotriene Inhibitor

Indication: Prevents Asthma Attacks

7. Synthroid

Generic Name: Levothyroxine

Drug Class: Thyroid Drug, Thyroid Replacement

Indication: Hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone)

8. Vicodin (Norco)

Generic Name: Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

Drug Class: Narcotic Analgesic

Indication: Treats moderate to severe pain

Schedule: CII

9. Zocor

Generic Name: Simvastatin

Drug Class: HMG CoA Reductase Inhibitor/Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia (Lowers cholesterol and triglycerides)

10. Zestril (Prinivil

Generic Name: Lisinopril

Drug Class: ACE Inhibitor

Indication: Treats hypertension (high blood pressure)

Prilosec

Generic Name: Omeprazole

Drug Class: PPI (Proton Pump Inhibitor)

Indication: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)

NOW OVER THE COUNTER

Desyrel

Generic Name: Trazodone

Drug Class: Antidepressant

Indication: Depression and Insomnia

Diovan

Generic Name: Valsartan

Drug Class: Angiotension II Receptor Blocker (A2RB)

Indication: Hypertension

Ultram

Generic Name: Tramadol

Drug Class: Narcotic Analgesic

Indication: Moderate to Severe Pain

C-IV

Cymbalta

Generic Name: Duloxetine

Drug Class: Selective Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake inhibitor antidepressant (SSNRI)

Indication: Depression

Coumadin

Generic Name: Warfarin

Drug Class: Anticoagulant (blood thinner)

Indication: Prevents blood clotting

Norvasc

Generic Name: Amlodipine

Drug Class: Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB)

Indication: Hypertension, Angina (Chest Pain)

Pulmicort Respules

Generic Name: Budesonide Inhalation

Drug Class: Inhaled Corticosteroid

Indication: Long Term Asthma for Kids

Seroquel

Generic Name: Quetiapine

Drug Class: Antipsychotic Medicine

Indication: Schizophrenia (And bipolar and depression)

Phenergan

Generic Name: Promethazine

Drug Class: Phenothyazine and antihistamine

Indication: Allergies and Nausea and Vomiting

Flonase

Generic Name: Fluticasone Nasal

Drug Class: Nasal Spray

Indication: Inflammation (relating to nose because allergies)

Xanax

Generic Name: Alprazolam

Drug Class: Benzodiazepine

Indication: Anxiety (panic and depression)

Klonopin

Generic Name: Clonazepam

Drug Class: Benzodiazepine

Indication: Anxiety

C-IV

Loestrin Fe24

Generic Name: Ethinyl Estradiol, Norethindrone, and Ferrous Fumarate Tablets

Drug Class: Contraceptive

Indication: Prevents ovulation (release of an egg from ovary) and prevents pregnancy (birth control)

Mobic

Generic Name: Meloxipam

Drug Class: Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Indication: Inflammation, Pain

Celexa

Generic Name: Citalopram

Drug Class: Selective Serotonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRI)

Indication: Depression

Keflex

Generic Name: Cephalexin

Drug Class: Cephalosporin Antibiotic

Indication: Bacterial Infection

Sular

Generic Name: Nisoldipine

Drug Class: Calcium Channel Blockers

Indication: Hypertension

Neurontin

Generic Name: Gabapentin

Drug Class: Anti-Epileptic Medication (Anticonvulsant)

Indication: Seizures and nerve pain

Abilify

Generic Name: Aripiprazole

Drug Class: Antipsychotic

Indication: Psychotic Conditions (schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder)

Valium

Generic Name: Diazepam

Drug Class: Benzodiapine

Indication: Anxiety (And Alcohol Withdrawal, Muscle Spasms)

C-IV

OxyContin

Generic Name: Oxycodone

Drug Class: Opioid

Indication: Moderate to Severe Pain

C-II

Alphagan P

Generic Name: Brimonidine Ophthalmic

Drug Class: Ophthalmic (relating to eye)

Indication: Decreases fluid in eye- Ocular hypertension, Glaucoma

Folic Acid

Generic Name: Folic Acid

Drug Class: B-Vitamin

Indication: Anemia, Red Blood Cell Formation

Benicar

Generic Name: Olmesartan

Drug Class: Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist

Indication: Hypertension

Deltasone

Generic Name: Prednisone

Drug Class: Glucocorticoid

Indication: Inflammation, Severe Allergies

Vibramycin

Generic Name: Doxycycline Hyclate

Drug Class: Tetracycline Antibiotic

Indication: Certain Bacterial Infection

Fosamax

Generic Name: Alendronate

Drug Class: Biphosphonates

Indication: Prevents Osteoprosis

Protonix

Generic Name: Pantoprazole

Drug Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor

Indication: GERD

Flomax

Generic Name: Tamsulosin

Drug Class: Antiadrenergic Agent, Alpha Blockers

Indication: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia - BPH

k-Dur (Klor-Con, Micro K)

Generic Name: Potassium Chloride

Drug Class: Mineral/Electrolyte

Indication: Prevents hypokalemia (Low potassium levels)

Flexeril

Generic Name: Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride

Drug Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

Indication: Stops skeletal muscle pain/injury and muscle spasms

Medrol

Generic Name: Methylprednisolone

Drug Class: Corticosteroid

Indication: Inflammatory Conditions

Concerta

Generic Name: Methylphenidate

Drug Class: Central Nervous System Stimulate (CNS Stimulate)

Indication: ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) and ADHD (Attnetion Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), and Narcolepsy

C-II

Cheratussin AC

Generic Name: Guaifenesin and Codeine

Drug Class: Narcotic Cough Suppressant and Expectorant

Indication: Cough and Congestion (Blockage due to cold or flu)

Coreg

Generic Name: Carvedilol

Drug Class: Beta Blocker (end in -lol)

Indication: Heart failure and hypertension

Soma

Generic Name: Carisoprodol

Drug Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

Indication: Muscle pain and injury

C-IV

Lanoxin

Generic Name: Digoxin

Drug Class: Inotropic Agent

Indication: Heart Failure and Heart Rate

Namenda

Generic Name: Memantine

Drug Class: Misc CNS Agent

Indication: Alzheimer's (prolongs disease)

Tenormin

Generic Name: Atenolol

Drug Class: Beta Blocker

Indication: Angina (chest pain) and Hypertension

Dyazide

Generic Name: Hydrochlorothiazide and Triamterene

Drug Class: Thiazide Diuretic

Indication: No fluid retention

Paxil

Generic Name: Paroxetine

Drug Class: SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)

Indication: Depression

Suboxone

Generic Name: Buprenorphine and Naloxone

Drug Class: Opioid

Indication: Treats narcotic addiction

C-III

Vasotec

Generic Name: Enalapril

Drug Class: ACE Inhibitor (-il)

Indication: Hypertension

Mevacor

Generic Name: Lovastatin

Drug Class: Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia (fats and includes cholesterol)

Actos

Generic Name: Pioglitazone

Drug Class: Thiazolidinediones TZD

Indication: Type 2 Diabetes

Pravachol

Generic Name: Pravastatin

Drug Class: Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

Prozac

Generic Name: Fluoxetine

Drug Class: SSRI

Indication: Depression

Levitra

Generic Name: Vardenafil

Drug Class: Impotence Agent

Indication: Erectile Dysfunction

Diflucan

Generic Name: Fluconazole

Drug Class: Azole Antifungal

Indication: Fungal Infection

Levaquin

Generic Name: Levofloxacin

Drug Class: Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic

Indication: Bacterial Infection

Xopenex HFA

Generic Name: Levalbuterol

Drug Class: Bronchilator

Indication: Bronchospasms for people with Asthma and COPD

Celebrex

Generic Name: Celecoxib

Drug Class: Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (Cox 2 Inhibitor)

Indication: Inflammation (Arthritis)

Only Cox 2 Inhibitor in US

Tylenol #2 and #3

Generic Name: Acetaminophen and Codeine

Drug Class: Narcotic Analgesic Combo

Indication: Moderate to Severe Pain

C-III

Nasonex

Generic Name: Mometasone

Drug Class: Corticosteroid (Nasal Steroid)

Indication: Nasal Allergy Symptoms, Stuffy and Runny Nose

Cipro

Generic Name: Ciprofloxacin

Drug Class: Fluoroquinolone or Quinolones

Indication: Bacterial Infections

Lyrica

Generic Name: Pregabalin

Drug Class: Anti-Epileptic or Anticonvulsant

Indication: Seizures and pain from Fibromyalgia, nerve pain

C-V and Addictive

NuvaRing

Generic Name: Ethinyl Estradiol and Etonogestrel

Drug Class: Contraceptive

Indication: Prevent ovulations and pregnancy

Effexor

Generic Name: Venlafaxine

Drug Class: SNRI

Indication: Depression

Ativan

Generic Name: Lorazepam

Drug Class: Benzodiapine (-am)

Indication: Anxiety

C-IV

Zetia

Generic: Ezetimibe

Drug Class: Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitor

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

Premarin

Generic: Conjugated Estrogen

Drug Class: Estrogen

Indication: Menopause (vaginal problems)

Zyloprim

Generic Name: Allopurinol

Drug Class: Antigout Agent

Indication: Gout (crystallized uric acid in joints - arthritis)

Pen VK

Generic Name: Penicillin V Potassium

Drug Class: Penicillin

Indication: Bacterial nfection

Januvia

Generic Name: Sitagliptin

Drug Class: Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitor

Indication: Type 2 Diabetes

Elavil

Generic Name: Amitriptyline

Drug Class: Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA)

Indication: Depression

Catapres

Generic Name: Clonidine

Drug Class: Antiadrenergic Agent

Indication: Hypertension, ADHD

Xalatan

Generic Name: Latonoprost

Drug Class: Ophthalmic Glaucoma Agent

Indication: Glaucoma

Vyvanse

Generic Name: Lisdexamphetamine

Drug Class: CNS Stimulant

Indication: ADHD

C-II

Niaspan

Generic Name: Niacin

Drug Class: Misc. Antihyperlipidemic

Agents, Vitamins

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

Aggrenox

Generic: Aspirin and Dipyridamole

Drug Class: Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors

Indication: Prevents Strokes

Differin

Generic: Adapalene Topical

Drug Class: Topical Medicine

Indication: Acne

Glycolax

Generic: Polyethylene Glycol 3350

Drug Class: Laxative

Indication: Constipation or irregular bowel movement

Zyprexa

Generic: Olanzapine

Drug Class: Antipsychotic

Indication: Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder

Detrol LA

Generic: Tolterodine

Drug Class: Urinary Antispasmodic

Indication: Reduces spasms, overactive bladder

Zantac

Generic: Ranitidine

Drug Class: Histamine-2 Blockers

Indication: Ulcers

Pepcid

Generic: Famotidine

Drug Class: Histamine 2 Blocker

Indication: Decreases amount of stomach acid created

Caduet

Generic: Amlodipine and Atorvastatin

Drug Class: Statin (HMG CoA)

Indication: Hypertension

Lantus

Generic: Insulin Glargine

Drug Class: Insulin

Indication: Type 1 and 2 Diabetes

Armour Thyroid

Generic: Thyroid Desiccated

Drug Class: Thyroid Hormone

Indication: Hypothyroidism

Wellbutrin XL

Generic: Bupropion

Drug Class: Misc Antidepressant

Indication: Depression

Zestoretic

Generic: Lisinopril and Hydrochlorothiazide

Drug Class: Ace Inhibitor and Thiazide Combo

Indication: Hypertension

Topamax

Generic: Topiramate

Drug Class: Anticonvulsant

Indication: Seizures and Migraine

Vagifem

Generic: Estradiol

Drug Class: Estrogen

Indication: Menopause

Lunesta

Generic: Eszopiclone

Drug Class: Sedative/Hypnotic

Indication: Insomnia

C-IV

Uroxatral

Generic: Alfuzosin

Drug Class: Antiadrenergic Agent

Indication: BPH in men

Omnicef

Generic: Cefdinir

Drug Class: 3rd Generation Cephalosporin

Indication: Bacterial Infection

Cleocin

Generic: Clindamycin

Drug Class: Lincomycin Derivative

Indication: Bacterial Infections

Cosopt

Generic: Dorzolamide and Timolol

Drug Class: Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

Indication: Glaucoma

Lovaza

Generic: Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids

Drug Class: Lipid Lowering Agent

Indication: Hyperlipidemia