Brand: Euthyrox, Levoxyl, Synthroid Black box warning: Weight reduction Indication: Hypothyroidism: Synthetic throxine (T4) Class: Thyroid product Schedule: Rx Administration: IM administration when oral administration is not feasible. Oral administration in the morning on empty stomach; 30-60 min before food
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Lisinopril
Brand: Prinivil, Qbrelis, Zestril Black Box Warning: Fetal toxicity Indication: Reduce signs and symptoms of systolic heart failure, Hypertension Class: ACE inhibitor; Antihypertensive Schedule: Rx Single daily dose with or without meal
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Metformin Hydrochloride
Brand: Glucophage, Fortamet Black Box Warning: Lactic acidosis (lactic acid build up in bloodstream) Indication: Substitute for diet and exercise for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus Class: Anti-diabetic Agent, Biguanide Schedule: Rx Administration: Take with meal
Brand: Toprol XL, Lopressor Black Box Warning: Ischemic Heart Disease Indication: Angina, heart failure w/ reduced ejection fracture, hypertension, myocardial infarction Class: Antianginal Agent; Antihyperintensive; Beta-Blocker, Beta-1 Selective Schedule: Rx Administration: Undiluted by rapid infusion (IV) over 1 minute for acute treatment. Administered by slow infusion over 30-60 min
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Albuterol
Brand: ProAir Digihaler, ProAir HFA Indication: Prevention of bronchospasm (asthma patients) Class: Beta2 Agonist Schedule: Rx Administration: Inhalation by dry powder inhalers 2 puffs every 4-6 hours; shake well before using
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Omeprazole
Brand: Acid Reducer [OTC]; PriLOSEC [OTC] Indication: GERD, Heartburn [OTC] Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor, Substituted Benzimidazole Schedule: OTC, RX Administration: Take 1-2 times daily 30 min before meals
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Losartan
Brand: Cozaar Black Box Warning: Fetal toxicity Indication: Hypertension, Diabetic neuropathy Class: Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker; Antihypertensive Schedule: Rx
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Simvastatin
Brand: Flolipid, Zocor Indication: Reduces LDL cholesterol levels Class: Antilipemic Agent, HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor Schedule: Rx Administration: Orally at same time each day with or without meal
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Gabapentin
Brand: Gralise, Neurotonin Indication: Seizures Class: Anticonvulsant, GABA Analog Schedule: Rx Administration: ER should be taken orally with food
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Acetaminophen; Hydrocodone Bitartrate
Brand: Vicodin, Norco, Lorcet Black Box Warning: Abuse potential, life-threatening respiratory depression, neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome Indication: Pain management Class: Opioid; Analgesic Combination Schedule: Rx, C-II Administration: Orally with food, start at lowest dose possible for acute pain
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Hydrochlorothiazide
Brand: Microzide Indication: edema and hypertension Class: Antihypertensive; Diuretic; Thiazide Schedule: Rx Administration: Orally early in the morning to prevent nocturia and take last dose before 6 pm
Brand: Flonase Allergy Relief, Flonase Sensimist, Xhance Indication: Allergic/Nonallergic Rhinitis, and Nasal polyps. Class: Nasal Corticosteroid Schedule: OTC/Rx Administration: Intranasal, shake well and blow nose before use
Brand: Moxatag Indication: Ear, nose, and throat infections. Class: Antibiotic, Penicillin Schedule: Rx (DSC) Administration: Orally ATC. With milk or water to prevent upset stomach. Refrigerate and shake before use
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Furosemide
Brand: Lasix Black Box Warning: Fluid and electrolyte loss Indication: edema associated with heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, Ascites, hypertension Class: Antihypertensive; Loop diuretic Schedule: Rx Administeration: Orally or via IV.
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Pantoprazole Sodium
Brand: Protonix Indication: GERD, erosive or nonerosive. Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor; Substituted Benzimidazole Schedule: Rx Administration: IV or Oral. For oral take 30-60 min before meal. Do not crush or chew tablets.
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Acetaminophen
Brand: Tylenol, Midol, Day/Nightquil Black Box Warning: Risk of medication errors and hepatotoxicity Indication: Temporarily treats fever and pain. Class: Nonopioid Analgesic Schedule: Rx, OTC Administration: IV or Oral. For Oral do not chew or crush tablets.
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Prednisone
Brand: Deltasone, Rayos, Prednisone Intensol Indication: Anti-inflammatory or immunosuppressant agent Class: Systemic Corticosteroid Schedule: Rx Administration: Orally after meals or with food or milk to decrease GI upset.
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Escitalopram Oxalate
Brand: Lexapro Black Box: Suicidal thoughts or behavior. Indication: Major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. Class: SSRI Antidepressant Schedule: Rx Administration: Orally once daily with or without food.
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Fluoxetine Hydrochloride
Brand: Prozac Black Box: Suicidality and antidepressant drugs Indication: Bipolar, depression, bulimia, and panic disorders. Class: SSRI Antidepressant Schedule: Rx Administration: Orally once daily
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Dextroamphetamine / Amphetamine
Brand: Adderall, Adderall XR, Mydayis Black Box: Abusive potential and cardiovascular events. Indication: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and Narcolepsy. Class: Central Nervous System Stimulant Schedule: Rx, C-II
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Tramadol Hydrochloride
Brand: ConZip, Ultram Black Box: Addiction, Opioid, Depression. Indication: Pain Management Class: Analgesic, Opioid Schedule: Rx, C-IV Administration: Use dry hands. Orally before bed is recommended.
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Insulin Glargine
Brand: Lantus, Basaglar KwikPen Indication: Type 1 and 2 Diabetes Mellitus Class: Long-Acting Insulin Schedule: Rx Administration: Inject subcutaneously consistently at same time of day
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Bupropion
Brand: Forfivo, Wellbutrin Black Box Warning: Suicidality Indication: Major depressive disorder, Seasonal affective disorder, Smoking cessation Class: Antidepressant; Dopamine/Norepinephrine-Reuptake Inhibitor; Smoking Cessation Aid Schedule: Rx Administration: Do not crush, chew or divide
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Ibuprofen
Brand: Advil, Motrin Black Box Warning: Increased risk for cardiovascular and GI effects Indcation: inflammation, pain, and fever Class: Nonopioid Analgesic; Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID) Schedule: Rx/OTC Administration: Take orally with food or milk
Brand: Pravachol Indication: Familial Hypercholesterolemia and prevents myocardial infarction and stroke Class: Antilipemic Agent; HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor Schedule: Rx
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Trazodone
Brand: Oleptro, Desyrel Black Box Warning: Suicidal thoughts and behaviors Indication: Major Depressive Disorder Class: Antidepressant; Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor/Antagonist Schedule: Rx Administration: IR tablet: Take orally after meal, ER tablet: take orally on empty stomach
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Tamsulosin
Brand: Flomax Indication: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (prostate gland enlargement) Class: Alpha 1 Blocker Schedule: Rx Administration: Take orally 30 minutes after meal, do not crush, chew or open
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Carvedilol
Brand: Coreg Indication: Heart failure and hypertension Class: Antihypertensive; Beta-Blocker with Alpha-Blocking Activity Schedule: Rx Administration: Take orally with food to minimize the risk of orthostatic hypotension
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Meloxicam
Brand: Anjeso Black Box Warning: Serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcerations and perforation Indication: Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis Class: Nonopiod Analgesic; NSAID Schedule: Rx
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Citalopram
Brand: Celexa Black Box Warning: Suicidality Indication: Major Depressive Disorder Class: Antidepressant; Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) Schedule: Rx
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Duloxetine
Brand: Cymbalta Black Box Warning: Suicidal thoughts and behaviors Indication: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and Fibromyalgia Class: Antidepressant; Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor Schedule: Rx Administration: Take orally with or without meals, swallow capsules whole
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Alprazolam
Brand: Alprazolam Intensol, Xanax Black Box Warning: Do not use with opioids, abuse, misuse, and addiction Indication: Anxiety Disorder Class: Benzodiazepine Schedule: Rx, C-IV Administration: Take once in the morning orally, do not crush, break or chew
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Potassium Chloride
Brand: K-Tab, Klor-Con Indication: Hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) Class: Oral Electrolyte Supplement Schedule: Rx Administration: Take with meals and water, swallow whole
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Clopidogrel
Brand: Plavix Black Box Warning: Diminished antiplatelet effect in patients with two loss-of-function alleles of the CYP2C19 gene Indication: Acute Coronary Syndrome: ST-segment MI, MI, Ischemic Stroke, Atherosclerotic Disease, Class: Antiplatelet Agent; Thienopyridine; P2Y12 Antagonist Schedule: Rx
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Aspirin
Brand: Bayer, Ascriptin Indication: Analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, revascularization, vascular indications Class: Nonopiod Analgesic; NSAID; Salicylate; Antiplatelet Agent Schedule: Rx/OTC Administration: Take orally with meal and water, do not take with other NSAIDs
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Ranitidine
Brand: Zantac Indication: GERD, heartburn, and peptic ulcer disease Class: Histamine H2 antagonist Schedule: Withdrawn from market
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Atenolol
Brand: Tenormin Black Box Warning: Cessation of therapy Indication: Angina, hypertension, myocardial infarction (early treatment and secondary prevention Class: Antianginal agent; Antihypertensive; Beta-1 selective Beta-Blocker Schedule: Rx
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Cyclobenzaprine
Brand: Amrix, Fexmid Indication: Muscle spasm Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant Schedule: Rx Administration: Swallow whole and take at same time each day. Contents may be sprinkled
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Glipizide
Brand: Glipizide XL, Glucotrol XL, Glucotrol Indication: Type 2 diabetes mellitus Class: Antidiabetic Agent, Sulfonylurea Schedule: Rx Administration: IR: 30 minutes before a meal (breakfast) and ER: With breakfast or first meal of day
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Methylphenidate
Brand: Ritalin, Daytrana Black Box Warning: Abuse and dependence Indication: ADHD and narcolepsy Class: CNS stimulant Schedule: Rx, C-II Administration: Take 30-45 minutes before meal. Last dose before 6:00 PM
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Azithromycin
Brand: Zithromax Indication: Bacterial infection Class: Antibiotic, Microlide Schedule: Rx Administration: Take 1-2 hours before food
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Clonazepam
Brand: Klonopin Black Box Warning: Risk from concomitant use with opioids, abuse, misuse, addiction, dependence and withdrawal reactions Indication: Panic disorder and seizure disorders Class: Anticonvulsant, Benzodiazepine Schedule: Rx, C-IV Administration: 1 dose at bedtime due to somnolence (drowsiness)
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Oxycodone
Brand: Xtampza ER, Oxyado, Roxicodone Black Box Warning: Addiction, abuse, and misuse. Life-threatening respiratory depression. Neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome. Risks from concomitant use with benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants. REMS requirement Indication: Pain management Class: Opioid Analgesic Schedule: Rx, C-II
Brand: Effexor XR Black Box Warning: Suicidality and antidepressant drugs Indication: Generalized anxiety disorder, Major depressive disorder, Panic disorder, and Social anxiety disorder Class: Antidepressant, Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor Schedule: Rx Administration: Take with food in the morning or evening (same time)
Brand: Coumadin, Jantoven Black Box Warning: Bleeding risk Indication: Myocardial infarction, Thromboembolic complications Class: Anticoagulant, Vitamin K Antagonist Schedule: Rx Administration: Orally with or without food and at same time of day
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Propranolol
Brand: Hemangeol, Inderal Black Box Warning: Cardiac ischemia after abrupt discontinuation Indication: Angina, Arrhythmia, Essential tremor, Hypertension, Migraine Prophylaxis, MI, Pheochromocytoma, Proliferating infantile hemangioma Class: Antianginal agent; Class II Antiarrhythmic Agent; Antihypertensive; Non-selective Beta-Blocker Schedule: Rx Administration:
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Hydrochlorothiazide/losartan
Brand: Hyzaar Black Box Warning: Fetal toxicity Indication: Hypertension and Hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy Class: Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker; Antihypertensive; Diuretic, Thiazide Schedule: Rx Administration: Orally at same time of day
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Cetirizine
Brand: Zyrtec Indication: Allergic Rhinitis and Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (Hives) Class: Histamine H1 Antagonist, Second Generation Piperazine Derivative Schedule: OTC/Rx
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Estradiol
Brand: Estrance, Estring Black Box Warning: Endometrial cancer, Cardiovascular disease, Breast cancer, Dementia, Risk vs benefits. Indication: Vulvar and vaginal atrophy associated with menopause. Class: Estrogen Derivative Schedule: Rx Administration: Insert applicator filled with vaginal cream deeply into the vagina. Cleanse applicator after use with warm water and mild soap.
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Ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone
Brand: Microgestin, Estrostep, Loestrin Black Box Warning: Cigarette smoke increases serious cardiovascular events, Endometrial cancer, cardiovascular disease, breast cancer, dementia. Indication: Acne vulgaris, contraception Class: Contraceptive, Estrogen and Progestin Combination Schedule: Rx Administration: Take at the same time each day without regard to meals.
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Lorazepam
Brand: Ativan, Lorazepam Intensol, Loreev XR. Black Box Warning: Risks from concomitant use with opioids, abuse, misuse, and addiction, addiction and withdrawal. Indication: Anxiety (oral), Status Epilepticus (injection) Class: Anticonvulsant, Benzodiazepine. Schedule: Rx, C-IV Administration: If concentrate- mix with liquid and take dissolved. Or sublingually
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Quetiapine
Brand: Seroquel, Seroquel XR Black Box Warning: Increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis. Suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Indication: Bipolar disorder, Major depressive disorder, Schizophrenia Class: Second Generation (Atypical) Antipsychotic. Schedule: Rx Administration: No regards to food.
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Zolpidem
Brand: Edluar, Intermezzo, Zolpimist. Black Box Warning: Complex sleep behaviors. Indication: Insomnia Class: Hypnotic, Miscellaneous Schedule: Rx, C-IV Administration: Administer immediately before bedtime and do not administer with or immediately after a meal.
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Ergocalciferol
Brand: Calcidol, Calciferol, Drisdol, Ergocal Indication: Vitamin D supplement and hypoparathyroidism Class: Vitamin D Analog Schedule: OTC
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Budesonide/formoterol
Brand: Symbicort Indication: Asthma and COPD Class: Long Lasting Beta 2-Adernergic Agonist; Inhaled Corticosteroid Schedule: Rx
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Spironolactone
Brand: Aldactone, CaroSpir Indication: Ascites due to cirrhosis, heart failure with reduced ejection fracture, hypertension, and primary hyperaldosteronism Class: Antihypertensive; Potassium Sparing Diuretic; Mineralcorticoid (Aldosterone) Receptor Antagonist Schedule: Rx
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Ondansetron
Brand: Zofran Indication: Prevention of nausea and vomiting cause by chemotherapy, post-op or radiotherapy Class: Antiemetic; Selective 5-HT3 Receptor Antagonist Schedule: Rx Administration: Give 30 minutes prior to chemo, 1-2 hours before radiation, 30-60 minutes before induction of anesthesia/surgery
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Insulin aspart
Brand: Flasp, Novolog Indication: Treatment of type 1 and 2 diabetes Class: Rapid-Acting Insulin Schedule: Rx Administration: Take right before meal and rotate administration sites to avoid lipodystrophy
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Apixaban
Brand: Eliquis, Eliquis DVT/PE Starter Pack Black Box Warning: Do not discontinue abruptly and Spinal/Epidural hematoma Indication: Deep vein thrombosis, nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, postoperative venous thromboprophylaxis following hip or knee replacement, and pulmonary embolism Class: Factor Xa Inhibitor Anticoagulant; Direct Oral Anticoagulant Schedule: Rx Administration: 12-24 hours before post op knee/hip replacement
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Naproxen
Brand: Aleve Black Box Warning: Serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration, and perforation Indication: Inflammation, dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps), pain, and fever Class: NSAID; Nonopioid Analgesic Schedule: OTC Administration: Take with food
Brand: Advair Diskus Indication: Asthma and COPD Class: Long-Lasting Beta-2 Agonist, Inhaled Corticosteroid Schedule: Rx Administration: Rinse mouth with water after use
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Pregabalin
Brand: Lyrica Indication: Fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain associated with daibetic peripheral neuropathy, neuropathic pain asssociated with spinal cord injury, postherpetic neuralgia, focal and onset seizures Class: Anticonvulsant; GABA Analog Schedule: Rx Administration:
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Glimepiride
Brand: Amaryl Indication: Diabetes mellitus Type 2 Class: Antidiabetic Agent, Sulfonylurea Schedule: Rx Administration: Once daily with first main meal of the day
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Diclofenac
Brand: Cambia; Cataflam; Lofena Black Box: Caradiovascular thrombotic events, GI bleeding and ulceration Indication: Acute pain, rheumatoid arthritis Class: Schedule: Rx Administration: Do not crush ER tabs, take without food
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Fenofibrate
Brand: Antara, Fenoglide, Lipofen Indication: Hypercholestrolemia, Hypertriglyceridemia Class: Antilipemic Agent, Fibric Acid Schedule: Rx Administration: Take with meals, swallow whole
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Paroxetine
Brand: Brisdelle, Paxil, Pexeva Black box: Suicidal thoughts/behaviors Indication: Generalized anxiety disorder, Depression, OCD, PTSD Class: Antidepressant, SSRI Schedule: Rx Administration: With or without meals
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Clonidine
Brand: Catapres Black Box: Epidural use in obstetrical, postpartum, or perioperative pain not recommended Indication: ADHD, Hypertension Class: Alpha2-Adrenergic Agonist, Antihypertensive Schedule: Rx Administration: Taken with or without food, swallow whole
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Loratadine
Brand: Alavert, Claritin Indication: Allergic rhinitis or conjunctivitis, Urticaria (hives) Class: Histamine H1 Antagonist, Second Generation Schedule: OTC Administration: Take with or without meals
Brand: Vistaril Indication: Anxiety, Pruritus, Urticaria Class: Antiemetic, Antihistamine (H1 - first generation) Schedule: Rx Administration: IM or oral, take without regard to food
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Amitriptyline
Brand: Elavil, Levate Black Box: Suicidality Indication: Major depressive disorder Class: Antidepressany, Tricyclic Schedule: Rx Administration: Administer at late afternoon or bedtime to minimize daytime sedation
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Doxycycline
Brand: Acticlate, Doryx, Lymepak Indication: Acne, infections Class: Antibiotic Schedule: Rx Administration: Take with meals and water and sit up for up to 30 minutes
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Ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
Brand: Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Sprintec, TriNessa Black Box: Cigarette smoking increases risk of cardiovascular events Indication: Acne vulgaris, Contraception Class: Contraceptive Schedule: Rx Administration: Same time every 24 hours
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Lisdexamfetamine
Brand: Vyvanse Black Box: Abuse and dependence Indication: ADHD, Binge eating disorder Class: CNS Stimulant Schedule: C-II Administration: Take in morning without regard to meals to avoid insomnia
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Sitagliptin
Brand: Januvia Indication: Diabetes mellitus, type 2 Class: Antidiabetic agent Schedule: Rx Administration: Take without regard to meals
Brand: Daxbia, Keflex Indication: Various infections, Bone infections, Respiratory tract infections, UTI Class: Antibiotic, Cephalosporin Schedule: Rx Administration: Take with food if GI upset occurs
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Tizanidine
Brand: Zanaflex Indication: Spasticity Class: Alpha2-Adrenergic Agonist Schedule: Rx Administration: May be opened and sprinkled on food
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Finasteride
Brand: Proscar, Propecia Indication: Androgenetic alopecia, Benign prostatic hyperplasia Class: 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Schedule: Rx Administration: Taken with or without meals
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Lovastatin
Brand: Altoprev Indication: Hyperlipidemia Class: Antilipemic agent, HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor Schedule: Rx Administration: IR tablet with evening meal. ER tablet at bedtime
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Topiramate
Brand: Topamax Indication: Migraine (prevention), Seizures Class: Anticonvulsant Schedule: Rx Administration: Take without regard to meals
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Insulin lispro
Brand: Humalog Indication: Diabetes mellitus, types 1 and 2 Class: Rapid-Acting Insulin Schedule: Rx Administration: Use only if IV solution is clear and colorless
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Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
Brand: Bactrim Indication: Class: Antibiotic -Sulfonamide Schedule: Rx Administration: IV over 60-90 min, Oral taken without regard to meals
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Buspirone
Brand: Buspar Indication: Generalized anxiety disorder Class: Antianxiety agent Schedule: Rx Administration: Take without regard to meals, but must be consistent
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Oseltamivir
Brand: Tamiflu Indication: Influenza, seasonal, prophylaxis or treatment Class: Antiviral agent Schedule: Administration: Take without regard to meals
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Ferrous sulfate
Brand: FeroSul Indication: Iron deficiency, iron-deficiency anemia Class: Iron preparations Schedule: OTC Administration: Do not crush or chew, administer with water or juice
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Amoxicillin/Clavulanate
Brand: Augmentin Indication: Bacterial infections Class: Antibiotic, Penicillin Schedule: Rx Administration: Administer around-the-clock, take with food to minimize GI upset
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Valsartan
Brand: Diovan Black Box: Fetal toxicity Indication: Heart failure (reduced ejection fraction), Chronic hypertension, Post-myocardial infarction Class: Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker, Antihypertensive Schedule: Rx Administration: Taken without regard to meals
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Levetiracetam
Brand: Keppra Indication: Focal (partial) onset, or generalized onset of seizures Class: Anticonvulsant Schedule: Administration: IV infused over 15 minutes
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Hydralazine
Brand: Apresoline Indication: Hypertension, chronic Class: Antihypertensive Schedule: Rx Administration: IV, IM, oral taken without regard to meals
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Mirtazapine
Brand: Remeron Black Box: Suicidality Indication: Major depressive disorder Class: Antidepressant, Alpha-2 Antagonist Schedule: Rx Administration: Taken without regard to meals
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Rivaroxaban
Brand: Xarelto Black Box: Premature discontinuation increases risk of thrombotic events, Spinal/Epidural hematomas Indication: Class: Anticoagulant (Factor Xa Inhibitor); Direct Oral Anticoagulant (DOAC) Schedule: Administration: Doses \>15 mg taken with food
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