Top 200 Rx Drug List Comprehensive Study Guide

Anti-Infective Agents (Antibiotics, Antivirals, and Antifungals)

  • 1. Amoxil, Trimox (Amoxicil lin): Penicil lin Antibiotic

  • 2. Zithromax, Zmax (Azithromycin): Macrolide Antibiotic

  • 3. Cipro (Ciprofloxacin): Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

  • 4. Keflex (Cephalexin): Cephalosporin antibiotic

  • 5. Augmentin (Amoxicil lin/ Clavulanate): Penicil lin antibiotic w/ penicil linase inhibitor

  • 6. Bactrim, Septra (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim): Sulfonamide antibiotic

  • 7. Diflucan (Fluconazole): Antifungal

  • 8. Levaquin (Levofloxacin): Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

  • 9. Vibramycin, Vibra-Tabs (Doxycycline): Tetracycline antibiotic


  1. Valtrex (Valacyclovir): Antiviral


  1. Omnicef (Cefdinir): Cephalosporin antibiotic


  1. Veetids, Pen-Vee K, V-Cillin (Penicil lin V): Penicil lin antibiotic


  1. Macrodantin, Macrobid, Fu- radantin (Nitrofurantoin): Antibacterial


  1. Cleocin (Clindamycin): Antibiotic


  1. Flagyl (Metronidazole): Antibacterial/ Antiprotozoal


  1. Zovirax (Acyclovir): Antiviral


  1. Minocin (Minocycline): Tetracycline antibiotic


  1. Avelox (Moxifloxacin): Fluoroquinolone antibiotic


  1. Biaxin (Clarithromycin): Macrolide Antibiotic


  1. Ceftin (Cefuroxime): Cephalosporin Antibiotic


  1. Tamiflu (Oseltamavir): Antiviral


  1. Nizoral (Ketoconazole): Antifungal


  1. Nystop (Nystatin): Antifungal Antibiotic


  1. Plaquenil (Hydroxychloroquine): Antimalarial

Respiratory, Antitussive, and Antiallergy Medications


  1. Mytussin AC, Robutussin AC (Codeine Phosphate w/ Guaifenesin): Antitussive/Expectorant


  1. Tessalon (Benzonatate): Antitussive


  1. Phenergan w/ Codeine (Promethazine w/ Codeine phosphate): Antihisatmine/Antitus- sive


  1. Tussionex (Clorpheniramine w/ Hydrocodone): Antitussive


  1. Proventil, Ventolin, Proair (Albuterol): Anti-asthmatic


  1. Xopenex (Levalbuterol): Antiasthmatic


  1. Combivent (Ipratropium + Albuterol MDI): Antiasthmatic


  1. DuoNeb (Ipratropium + Albuterol soln): Antiasthmatic


  1. Advair (Fluticasone + Salmeterol): Antiasthmatic


  1. Spiriva (Tiotropium): Antiasthmatic


  1. Flovent (Fluticasone MDI): Antiasthmatic


  1. Singulair (Montelukast): Antiasthmatic


  1. Flonase (Fluticasone): Antial lergy


  1. Veramyst (Fluticasone): Antial lergy


  1. Astelin (Azelastine): Antial lergy


  1. Nasacort AQ (Triamcinolone): Antial lergy


  1. Nasonex (Mometasone): Antial lergy


  1. Allegra-D (Fexofenadine + Pseudoephedrine): Antihistamine/ Deconges- tant


  1. Atarax, Vistaril (Hydroxyzine): Antianxiety/ Antipruritic

Topical and Dermatological Agents


  1. Bactroban (Mupirocin): Antibacterial


  1. Kenalog (Tiramcinolone Acetonide): Topical Corticosteroid


  1. Lotrisone (Clotrimazole w/ Betamethasone): Topical Antifungal


  1. Temovate (Clobetasol Proprionate): Topical Anti-inflammatory


  1. Lidoderm (TD Lidocaine): Topical analgesic


  1. Vivelle-Dot (Estradiol): Hormonal replacement

Analgesic, NSAID, and Muscle Relaxant Agents


  1. Lortab, Vicodin, Lorce, Norco (Hydrocodone w/ APAP): Opioid Analgesic


  1. Ultram, Ryzolt (Tramadol HCl): Analgesic


  1. Ultracet (Tramadol w/ APAP): Analgesic


  1. Tylenol, Phenaphen (w/ Codeine) (APAP w/ Codeine): Narcotic Analgesic


  1. OxyIR, Roxicodone (Oxycodone IR): Opioid Analgesic


  1. Oxycontin (Oxycodone CR): Opioid Analgesic


  1. Percocet, Roxicet, Endocet (Oxycodone w/ APAP): Opioid Analgesic


  1. Suboxone (Buprenorphine w/ Naloxone): Agent for Opioid Dependence


  1. Duragesic (Fentanyl): Opioid Analgesic


  1. Methadose, Dolophine (Methadone): Opioid Analgesic


  1. MS Contin (Morphine Sulfate): Opioid Analgesic


  1. Motrin (Ibuprofen): NSAID


  1. Anaprox, Naprosyn (Naproxen): NSAID


  1. Mobic (Meloxicam): NSAID


  1. Celebrex (Celecoxib): NSAID


  1. Voltaren, Voltaren XR (Diclofenac): NSAID


  1. Relafen (Nabumetone): NSAID


  1. Lodine, LodineXL (Etodolac): NSAID


  1. Soma (Carisoprodol): Muscle relaxant


  1. Robaxin (Methocarbamol): Muscle relaxant


  1. Amrix, Flexeril, Fexmid (Cyclobenzaprine): Muscle relaxant


  1. Lioresal (Baclofen): Muscle relaxant


  1. Skelaxin (Metaxalone): Muscle relaxant


  1. Zanaflex (Tizanidine): Muscle relaxant


  1. Colchicine (generic only): Agent for gout


  1. Zyloprim (Al lopurinol): Agent for gout

Psychopharmacological and Mental Health Agents


  1. Zoloft (Sertraline): Antidepressant SSRI


  1. Prozac (Fluoxetine): Antidepressant SSRI


  1. Celexa (Citalopram): Antidepressant SSRI


  1. Wellbutrin (Bupropion): Antidepressant


  1. Effexor (Venlafaxine): Antidepressant SNRI


  1. Desyrel (Trazadone): Antidepressant


  1. Paxil, Pexeva (Paroxetine): Antidepressant SSRI


  1. Cymbalta (Duloxetine): Antidepressant SNRI


  1. Remeron (Mirtazapine): Antidepressant


  1. Lexapro (Escitalopram): Antidepressant SSRI


  1. Elavil (Amitriptyline): Antidepressant TCA


  1. Pamelor (Nortriptyline): Antidepressant TCA


  1. BuSpar (Buspirone): Antianxiety agent


  1. Ambien (Zolpidem): Hypnotic sedative


  1. Lunesta (Eszopiclone): Hypnotic sedative


  1. Xanax (Alprazolam): Antianxiety


  1. Ativan (Lorazepam): Antianxiety


  1. Restoril (Temazepam): Sedative


  1. Valium (Diazepam): Antianxiety


  1. Seroquel (Quetiapine): Antipsychotic


  1. Risperdal (Risperidone): Antipsychotic


  1. Abilify (Aripiprazole): Antipsychotic


  1. Zyprexa (Olanzapine): Antipsychotic


  1. Chantix (Varenicline): Smoking Cessation Aid

Neurological and Dementia Agents


  1. Klonopin (Clonazepam): Antiepileptic


  1. Neurontin (Gabapentin): Antiepileptic


  1. Lyrica (Pregabalin): Anti-convulsant/ Antineuralgic


  1. Lamicatal (Lamotrigine): Antiepileptic


  1. Topamax (Topiramate): Antiepileptic


  1. Depakote (Divalproex): Antiepileptic/Antipsychotic


  1. Dilantin Kapseals (Phenytoin): Antiepileptic


  1. Keppra (Levetiracetam): Anti-convulsant


  1. Requip (Ropinirole): Anti-Parkinson


  1. Namenda (Memantine): Agent for Alzheimer's Dementia


  1. Aricept (Donepezil): Antipsychotic/ Agent for Alzheimer's Dementia


  1. Cogentin (Benztropine Mesylate): Anti-Parkinson

Hormonal and Contraceptive Therapy


  1. Synthroid, Levoxyl, Levothy- roid (Levothyroxine): Thyroid hormone


  1. Armour Thyroid (Thyroid, dessicated): Thyroid hormone


  1. Deltasone (Prednisone): Anti-inflammatory


  1. Medrol (Methylpredisolone): Anti-inflammatory


  1. Oraped (Prednisolone): Anti-inflammatory


  1. Othro-Cyclen, Sprintec (Norgestimate & Ethinyl estradiol): Oral contraceptive


  1. Tri-Cyclen, Tri-Cyclen Lo, TriSpreintec, Trinessa (Norgestimate & Ethinyl estradiol): Oral contraceptive


  1. Premarin (Conjugated estrogens): Estrogen Hormone


  1. Yasmin, Ocella (Drospirenone & Ethinyl estradiol): Oral contraceptive


  1. Yaz (Drospirenone & Ethinyl estradiol): Oral contraceptive


  1. Estrace (Estradiol): Estrogen hormone


  1. NuvaRing (Etonogestrel & Ethinyl estradiol): Contraceptive


  1. Ovral, Lo/Ovral, Ogestrel, Cryselle (Noregestrel & Ethinyl estradiol): Oral contraceptive


  1. Loestrin FE, Microgestin FE, Junel FE (Norethindrone acetate, Ethinyl estradiol & Ferrous fumarate): Oral contraceptive


  1. Loestrin 24 FE (Norethindrone acetate, Ethinyl Estradiol & Ferrous fumarate): Oral contraceptive

Urology, Bone Health, and Ophthalmology


  1. Pyridium (Phenazopyridine): Urinary tract analgesic


  1. Fosamax (Alendronate): Osteoporosis agent


  1. Actonel (Risedronate): Osteoporosis agent


  1. Boniva (Ibandronate): Osteoporosis agent


  1. Evista (Raloxifene): Osteoporosis agent


  1. Detrol (Tolterodine): Urinary bladder modifier


  1. Ditropan (Oxybutynin): Urinary bladder modifier


  1. Proscar (Finasteride): Prostate anti-inflammatory


  1. Avodart (Dutasteride): Prostate anti-inflammatory


  1. Xalatan (Latanoprost): Agent for glaucoma


  1. Lumigan (Bimatoprost): Agent for glaucoma


  1. Patanol (Olopatadine): Ophthalmic anti-al lergy


  1. Flomax (Tamsulosin): Prostate anti-inflammatory <α1a\alpha_{1a}-selective α\alpha block- er>

Cardiovascular Agents: Antihypertensives (ACE and Beta Blockers)


  1. Zestril, Prinivil (Lisinopril): Antihypertensive


  1. Zestoretic, Prinzide (Lisinopril + HCT): Antihypertensive


  1. Vasotec (Enalapril): Antihypertensive


  1. Altace (Ramipril): Antihypertensive


  1. Lotensin (Benazepril): Antihypertensive


  1. Lotrel (Amlodipine/ Benazepril): Antihypertensive


  1. Accupril (Quinapril): Antihypertensive


  1. Toprol-XL (Metoprolol Succinate): Antihypertensive


  1. Lopressor (Metoprolol Tartrate): Antihypertensive


  1. Tenormin (Atenolol): Antihypertensive


  1. Coreg (Carvedilol): Antihypertensive <nonselective β\beta Blocker with al- pha-1 blocker)


  1. Inderal, Innopran XL (Propranolol): Antihypertensive


  1. Zebeta (Bisoprolol): Antihypertensive


  1. Ziac (Bisoprolol + HCT): Antihypertensive


  1. Normodyne, Trandate (Labetalol): Antihypertensive


  1. Tenoretic (Atenolol/ Chlorthalidone): Antihypertensive

Cardiovascular Agents: ARBs, CCBs, Diuretics, and Blood Modifiers


  1. Nitrostat, Nitroquick (Nitroglycerin): Antianginal


  1. Imdur (Isosorbide): Antianginal


  1. Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps, Digitek (Digoxin): Inotropic agent


  1. Cordarone, Pacerone (Amiodarone): Antiarrhythmic


  1. Coumadin, Jantoven (Warfarin): Anticoagulant


  1. Plavix (Clopidogrel): Platelet Inhibitor


  1. Ecotrin (Aspirin, enteric-coated): Blood Modifier


  1. Diovan (Valsartan): Antihypertensive


  1. Diovan-HCT (Valsartan + HCT): Antihypertensive


  1. Cozaar (Losartan): Antihypertensive


  1. Hyzaar (Losartan + HCT): Antihypertensive


  1. Avapro (Irbesartan): Antihypertensive


  1. Avalide (Irbesartan+HCT): Antihypertensive


  1. Benicar (Olmesartan): Antihypertensive


  1. Benicar-HCT (Olmesartan + HCT): Antihypertensive


  1. Micardis (Telmisartan): Antihypertensive


  1. Norvasc (Amlopidine): Antihypertensive


  1. Procardia, Nifedical, Adalet (Nifedipine): Antihypertensive/ Antianginal


  1. Plendil (Felodipine): Antihypertensive - (DHP CCB)


  1. Cardizem, Cartia XT, Tiazac (Diltiazem): Antihypertensive/ Antianginal


  1. Isoptin, Calan, Verelen (Verapimil): Antihypertensive/ Antianginal


  1. HydroDiuril (Hydrochlorothiazide): Thiazide Diuretic


  1. Lasix (Furosemide): Loop Diuretic


  1. Dyazide, Maxzide (Triamtrene/ HCTZ): Diuretic


  1. Aldactone (Spirinolactone):


  1. Cardura (Doxazosin): Antihypertensive/ BPH Agent <α1\alpha-1 antagonist>


  1. Hytrin (Terazosin): Antihypertensive/BPH <α1\alpha-1 antagonist>


  1. Catapres (Clonidine): Antihypertensive

Cardiovascular Agents: Antihyperlipidemics


  1. Zocor (Simvastatin): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Lipitor (Atorvastatin): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Mevacor (Lovastatin): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Crestor (Rosuvastatin): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Pravachol (Pravastatin): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Zetia (Ezetimibe): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Vytorin (Ezetimibe/ Simvastatin): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Tricor (Fenofibrate): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Lopid (Gemfibrozil): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Niaspan (Niacin): Antihyperlipidemic


  1. Lovaza (Omega-3 FAs): Antihyperlipidemic

Endocrine Agents: Antidiabetic Medications


  1. Glucophage (Metformin): Antidiabetic


  1. Glucovance (Glyburide/ Metformin): Antidiabetic


  1. Actos (Pioglitazone): Antidiabetic


  1. Avandia (Rosiglitazone): Antidiabetic


  1. Micronase, Diabata (Glyburide): Antidiabetic


  1. Amaryl (Glimepiride): Antidiabetic


  1. Glucotrol (Glipizide): Antidiabetic


  1. Januvia (Sitagliptin): Antidiabetic


  1. Humulin N, Humulin R (Regular insulin NPH, Regular insulin): Anti-diabetic


  1. Humalog (Insulin Lispro, rDNA origin): Anti-diabetic


  1. Novolog (Insulin Aspart, rDNA origin): Anti-diabetic


  1. Lantus (Insulin Glargine, rDNA origin): Anti-diabetic

Gastrointestinal and Anti-emetic Agents


  1. Prilosec (Omeprazole): Anti-ulcer agent


  1. Nexium (Esomeprazole): Gastric antisecretory


  1. Prevacid (Lansoprazole): Gastric antisecretory


  1. Aciphex (Rabeprazole): Gastric antisecretory


  1. Protonix (Pantoprazole): Anti-ulcer agent


  1. Zantac (Ranitidine): Anti-ulcer agent


  1. Pepcid (Famotadine): Anti-ulcer agent


  1. Miralax, Glycolax (Polyethylene Glycol 22502250): Laxative


  1. Reglan (Metoclopramide): Anti-emetic


  1. Phenergan (Promethazine): Anti-emetic


  1. Antivert (Meclizine): Anti-vertigo agent


  1. Bentyl (Dicyclomine): GI antispasmotic

Supplemental Vitamins and Specialty Therapeutic Agents


  1. Slow FE, Feosol (Ferrous Sulfate): Blood Modifier


  1. Folacin, Pteroylgluta-mine Acid, Folate (Folic Acid): Vitamin


  1. Drisdol (Vitamin D, Ergocalciferol): Vitamin


  1. Trexall, Rheumatrex (Methotrexate): Antimetabolite


  1. Viagra (Sildenafil): Erectile dysftn


  1. Levitra (Vardenafil): Erectile dysftn


  1. Cialis (Tadalafil): Erectile dysftn