Drug Class, Dosage Forms, Indications

Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

Class: Analgesic

Forms: Tabs, Tabs ER, Caps, Chewable Tabs, Oral Liquid, Oral Elixir, Packets, Oral Gel, Rectal Suppository

Indications: Pain, headache, fever

Adapalene (Differin)

Class: Retinoid, Antiacne

Forms: Gel

Indications: Acne vulgaris

Alpha-D-Galactosidase (Beano)

Class: Enzyme

Forms: Chewable Tabs, Orally Disintegrating Tabs

Indications: Intestinal gas, bloating, flatulence

Aluminum Acetate (Domeboro powder, Burow solution, Boro-Packs)

Class: Astringent

Forms: Powdeer Packs for Topical Solution, Topical Gel, Solution

Indications: Skin irritation

Artificial Saliva (Biotene, Salivea)

Class: Oral lubricant

Forms: solutions, sprays, pastes, gels, toothpaste, lozenges, chewing gums, etc.

Indications: Xerostomia associated with hyposalication, or secondary to mucositis associated with cancer chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or other meds

Artificial Tears (Systane)

Class: Ocular Lubricant

Forms: Various ophthalmic solution formulations available

Indications: Ocular dryness

Aspirin (Bayer, Vasalore)

Class: Salicylate

Forms: Tabs, Chewable Tabs, Enteric Coated Tabs, DR Tabs, Liquid-Filled Caps, Caplet, Enteric Coated Caplet

Indications: Fever, Generalized Aches, Pain, Headache

Azelastine (Astepro)

Class: Nasal Antihistamine

Forms: Nasal Spray

Indications: Perennial allergic rhinitis, Seasonal allergic rhinitis

Bacitracin, Neomycin, and Polymyxin B (Neosporin)

Class: Topical Antibiotic

Forms: Topical Ointment

Indications: Prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns

Benzocaine Topical (Anbesol, Cepacol)

Class: Local Anesthetic

Forms: Topical Spray, Topical Liquid, Topical Ointment, Oral Liquid, Oral Gel, Lozenge, Oral Solution, Oral Strip, Oral Swab

Indications: Skin, mouth, or gum pain; Throat pain; Hemorrhoids, Skin irritation

Benzoyl Peroxide (Proactiv)

Class: Antiacne

Forms: Liquid, Gel, Bar Soap, Foam, Lotion, Cream, Cleansers

Indications: Acne vulgaris

Bifidobacterium Infantis (Align)

Class: Probiotic

Forms: Caps

Indications: Inflammatory GI disorders, Diarrheal illness, IBS, GI tract colonization during antibiotic use

Bisacodyl (Dulcolax)

Class: Stimulant Laxative

Forms: Enteric Coated Tabs, Recat Suppository, Rectal Enema

Indications: Constipation

Bismuth Subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate)

Class: Antidiarrheal, Antacid

Forms: Oral suspension, Chewable Tablet

Indications: Diarrhea, heartburn, nausea

Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga Racemosa, Bugbane, Black Snakeroot, Rattle Weed: Remifemin)

Class: Hormonal Modulator

Forms: Oral Tabs

Infications: Menopausal symptoms

Brimonidine (Lumify)

Class: Adrenergic Agonist, Antiglaucoma Agent

Forms: Ophthalmic Solution

Indications: Ocular redness (OTC indication)

Budesonide Nasal

Class: Inhaled Corticosteroid

Forms: Nasal Suspension

Indications: Upper respiratory allergies

Butterbur, Petasites hydridus (Petadolex)

Class: Smooth muscle relaxant

Forms: As this product is not regulated by the FDA, a wide variety of dosage forms and doses are available

Indications: Precention of migraines, Allergic rhinitis

Caffeine (NoDoz, Jet-Alert)

Class: Stimulant

Forms: Oral Tabs, Solution

Indications: Mebtal alertness

Calcium Carbonate (Tums)

Class: Mineral supplement, Antacid

Forms: Tabs, Chewable Tabs, Caps, Suspension

Indications: Antacid, Dietary supplementation (RDA)

Calcium Polycarbophil (FiberCon)

Class: Bulk Laxative, Antidiarrheal

Forms: Tabs

Indications: Laxative, Antidiarrheal

Cannabidiol (CBD)

Class: Cannabinoid

Forms: As this product is not regulated by the FDA, a wide variety of dosage forms and doses are available

Indications: Nausea and vomiting, Pain

Capsaicin (Capsaicin-P, Zostrix)

Class: Topical Analgesic

Forms: Topical Patch, Topical Pad, Topical Cream, Topical Gel, Topical Lotion

Indications: Minor pain