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1. 1. Amoxil Generic Name: Amoxicillin Drug Class: Penicillin Antibiotic Indication: Bacterial Infection 2. 2. Crestor Generic Name: Rosuvastatin Drug Class: HMG CoA Reductase Inhibitor/Statin Indication: Hyperlipidemia (Lowers cholesterol and triglycerides) 3. 3. Lipitor Generic Name: Atorvastatin Drug Class: HMG CoA Reductase Inhibitor/Statin Indication: Hyperlipidemia (Lowers cholesterol and triglycerides) 4. 4. Nexium Generic Name: Esomeprazole Drug Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) Indication: Treats GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) (Gag reflex) 5. 5. Plavix Generic Name: Clopidogrel Drug Class: Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor Indication: Preventing Blood Clots 6. 6. Singulair Generic Name: Montelukast Drug Class: Leukotriene Inhibitor Indication: Prevents Asthma Attacks 7. 7. Synthroid Generic Name: Levothyroxine Drug Class: Thyroid Drug, Thyroid Replacement Indication: Hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone) TOP 200 DRUGS FOR PTCB Study online at quizlet.com/_51n8na

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Page 1: TOP 200 DRUGS FOR PTCB - PHARMACY TECHS HEADQUATERS · Atacand G ener i c: C a ndes a r ta n D r ug C l a s s : Angi otens i n Receptor B l ocker I ndi ca ti on: H y per tens i on

1. 1.

Amoxil

Generic Name: Amoxicillin

Drug Class: Penicillin Antibiotic

Indication: Bacterial Infection

2. 2.

Crestor

Generic Name: Rosuvastatin

Drug Class: HMG CoA Reductase Inhibitor/Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia (Lowers cholesterol and

triglycerides)

3. 3.

Lipitor

Generic Name: Atorvastatin

Drug Class: HMG CoA Reductase Inhibitor/Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia (Lowers cholesterol and

triglycerides)

4. 4. Nexium

Generic Name: Esomeprazole

Drug Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)

Indication: Treats GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux

Disease) (Gag reflex)

5. 5. Plavix

Generic Name: Clopidogrel

Drug Class: Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor

Indication: Preventing Blood Clots

6. 6.

Singulair

Generic Name: Montelukast

Drug Class: Leukotriene Inhibitor

Indication: Prevents Asthma Attacks

7. 7.

Synthroid

Generic Name: Levothyroxine

Drug Class: Thyroid Drug, Thyroid Replacement

Indication: Hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone)

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8. 8. Vicodin

(Norco)

Generic Name: Hydrocodone and

Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

Drug Class: Narcotic Analgesic

Indication: Treats moderate to severe pain

Schedule: CII

9. 9. Zocor

Generic Name: Simvastatin

Drug Class: HMG CoA Reductase

Inhibitor/Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia (Lowers cholesterol

and triglycerides)

10. 10. Zestril

(Prinivil

Generic Name: Lisinopril

Drug Class: ACE Inhibitor

Indication: Treats hypertension (high blood

pressure)

11. Abilify Generic Name: Aripiprazole

Drug Class: Antipsychotic

Indication: Psychotic Conditions (schizophrenia

and bipolar I disorder)

12. Aciphex Generic: Rabeprazole

Drug Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor

Indication: GERD

13. ActoPlus

Met

Generic: Metformin and Pioglitazone

Drug Class: Antidiabetic Combo

Indication: Type II Diabetes

14. Actos Generic Name: Pioglitazone

Drug Class: Thiazolidinediones TZD

Indication: Type 2 Diabetes

15. Adderall

XR

Generic: Amphetamine and

Dextroamphetamine

Drug Class: Central Nervous Stimulants

Indication: Narcolepsy, ADHD

16. Advair

Diskus

Generic: Fluticasone and Salmeterol

Drug Class: Bronchodilator Combo

Indication: Asthma, COPD

17. Aggrenox Generic: Aspirin and Dipyridamole

Drug Class: Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors

Indication: Prevents Strokes

18. Alphagan P Generic Name: Brimonidine Ophthalmic

Drug Class: Ophthalmic (relating to eye)

Indication: Decreases fluid in eye- Ocular

hypertension, Glaucoma

19. Altace Generic: Ramipril

Drug Class: Ace Inhibitor

Indication: Hypertension

20. Ambien

Generic Name: Zolpidem

Drug Class: Sedative (Hypnotic)

Indication: Treats insomnia (affects chemicals in

brain that may be unbalanced)

C IV

21. Androgel Generic: Testosterone Topical

Drug Class: Androgen, Anabolic Steroid

Indication: Low Testosterone

22. Aricept Generic: Donepezil

Drug Class: Cholinesterase Inhibitors

Indication: Mild to Moderate Dementia Caused

by Alzheimers

23. Arimidex Generic: Anastrozole

Drug Class: Hormonal Oncologic

Indication: Treats Breast Cancer in

Postmenopausal Women

24. Armour

Thyroid

Generic: Thyroid Desiccated

Drug Class: Thyroid Hormone

Indication: Hypothyroidism

25. Asacol Generic: Mesalamine

Drug Class: 5 Aminosalicylates

Indication: Ulcerative Colitis

26. Asmanex

Twisthaler

Generic: Mometasone Inhalation

Drug Class: Inhaled Corticosteroid

Indication: Asthma

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27. Astelin Generic: Azelastine

Drug Class: Antihistamine

Indication: Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

28. Atacand Generic: Candesartan

Drug Class: Angiotensin Receptor Blocker

Indication: Hypertension

29. Ativan Generic Name: Lorazepam

Drug Class: Benzodiapine (-am)

Indication: Anxiety

C-IV

30. Augmentin Generic: Amoxicillin and Clavulanate

Potassium

Drug Class: Beta-Lactamase Inhibitor

(Penicillin Antibiotic)

Indication: Bacterial Infection

31. Avalide Generic: Irbesartan

Drug Class: Angiotensin II Receptor

Antagonist

Indication: Hypertension

32. Avapro Generic: Irbesartan

Drug Class: Angiotensin II Receptor

Antagonists

Indication: Hypertension

33. Avelox Generic: Moxifloxacin

Drug Class: Fluoroquinolone (Quinolone)

Indication: Bacterial Infection (Grander Scale)

34. Avodart Generic: Dutasteride

Drug Class: 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor

Indication: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

35. Bactrim

(Septra)

Generic: Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim

Drug Class: Sulfonamides

Indication: Bacterial Infections

36. Bactroban Generic: Mupirocin

Drug Class: Topical Antibiotic

Indication: Topical Bacterial Skin Infection

37. Beconase

AQ

Generic: Beclomethasone

Drug Class: Nasal Steroid

Indication: Nasal Allergy Symptoms

38. Benicar Generic Name: Olmesartan

Drug Class: Angiotensin II Receptor

Antagonist

Indication: Hypertension

39. Benicar HCT Generic: Olmesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide

Drug Class: Angiotensin II Inhibitor w/

Thiazide

Indication: Hypertension

40. Benzaclin Generic: Benzoyl Peroxide and Clindamycin

Topical

Drug Class: Topical Acne Treatment

Indication: Acne

41. Boniva Generic: Ibandronate

Drug Class: Bisphosphonates

Indication: Osteoporosis in Women after

Menopause

42. Byetta Generic: Exenatide

Drug Class: Incretin Mimetic

Indication: Type II Diabetes

43. Bystolic Generic: Nebivolol

Drug Class: Betablocker

Indication: Hypertension

44. Caduet Generic: Amlodipine and Atorvastatin

Drug Class: Statin (HMG CoA)

Indication: Hypertension

45. Catapres Generic Name: Clonidine

Drug Class: Antiadrenergic Agent

Indication: Hypertension, ADHD

46. Celebrex Generic Name: Celecoxib

Drug Class: Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory

drug (NSAID) (Cox 2 Inhibitor)

Indication: Inflammation (Arthritis)

Only Cox 2 Inhibitor in US

47. Celexa

Generic Name: Citalopram

Drug Class: Selective Serotonin Reuptake

inhibitors (SSRI)

Indication: Depression

48. Chantix Generic: Varenicline

Drug Class: Smoking Cessation Agent

Indication: Smoking Cessation

49. Cheratussin

AC

Generic Name: Guaifenesin and Codeine

Drug Class: Narcotic Cough Suppressant and

Expectorant

Indication: Cough and Congestion (Blockage

due to cold or flu)

50. Cialis Generic: Tadalafil

Drug Class: Impotence Agent

Indication: Erectile Dysfunction

51. Cipro Generic Name: Ciprofloxacin

Drug Class: Fluoroquinolone or Quinolones

Indication: Bacterial Infections

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52. Ciprodex

Otic

Generic: Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone

Drug Class: Otic Steroid with Anti-Infective

Indication: Ear Infection

53. Cleocin Generic: Clindamycin

Drug Class: Lincomycin Derivative

Indication: Bacterial Infections

54. Combivent Generic: Albuterol and Ipratropium

Drug Class: Bronchodilator Combo

Indication: Bronchospasm

55. 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

56. Coreg Generic Name: Carvedilol

Drug Class: Beta Blocker (end in -lol)

Indication: Heart failure and hypertension

57. Cosopt Generic: Dorzolamide and Timolol

Drug Class: Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

Indication: Glaucoma

58. Coumadin Generic Name: Warfarin

Drug Class: Anticoagulant (blood thinner)

Indication: Prevents blood clotting

59. Cozaar Generic: Losartan

Drug Class: Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonists

Indication: Hypertension

60. Cymbalta Generic Name: Duloxetine

Drug Class: Selective Serotonin and

Norepinephrine Reuptake inhibitor

antidepressant (SSNRI)

Indication: Depression

61. Deltasone Generic Name: Prednisone

Drug Class: Glucocorticoid

Indication: Inflammation, Severe Allergies

62. Depakote

ER

Generic: Divalproex

Drug Class: Anticonvulsant

Indication: Seizures

63. Depakote

ER

Generic: Divalproex

Drug Class: Anticonvulsant

Indication: Seizure Disorder

64. Desyrel Generic Name: Trazodone

Drug Class: Antidepressant

Indication: Depression and Insomnia

65. Detrol LA Generic: Tolterodine

Drug Class: Urinary Antispasmodic

Indication: Reduces spasms, overactive bladder

66. Differin Generic: Adapalene Topical

Drug Class: Topical Medicine

Indication: Acne

67. Diflucan Generic Name: Fluconazole

Drug Class: Azole Antifungal

Indication: Fungal Infection

68. Diovan Generic Name: Valsartan

Drug Class: Angiotension II Receptor Blocker

(A2RB)

Indication: Hypertension

69. Diovan

HCT

Generic: Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide

Drug Class: Angiotension 2 Receptor Blocker

and Thiazide Diuretic Combo

Indication: Hypertension

70. Dyazide Generic Name: Hydrochlorothiazide and

Triamterene

Drug Class: Thiazide Diuretic

Indication: No fluid retention

71. Effexor Generic Name: Venlafaxine

Drug Class: SNRI

Indication: Depression

72. Elavil Generic Name: Amitriptyline

Drug Class: Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA)

Indication: Depression

73. Enablex Generic: Darifenacin

Drug Class: Urinary Antispasmodics

Indication: Overactive Bladder

74. EpiPen Generic: Epinephrine

Drug Class: Catecholamine

Indication: Anaphylaxis (Allergic Reaction)

75. Esidrix

(Microzide)

Generic Name: Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)

Drug Class: Thiazide Diuretic (water pill)

Indication: Treats fluid retention (edema)

76. Evista Generic: Raloxifene

Drug Class: Hormones/Antineoplastics

Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators

Indication: Osteoporosis or Breast Cancer in

Postmenopausal Women

77. Flexeril Generic Name: Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride

Drug Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

Indication: Stops skeletal muscle pain/injury

and muscle spasms

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78. Flomax Generic Name: Tamsulosin

Drug Class: Antiadrenergic Agent, Alpha

Blockers

Indication: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia - BPH

79. Flonase Generic Name: Fluticasone Nasal

Drug Class: Nasal Spray

Indication: Inflammation (relating to nose

because allergies)

80. Flovent

HFA

Generic: Fluticasone Propionate

Drug Class: Glucocorticoid

Indication: Frequency and Intensity of Asthma

Attacks

81. Fluzone Generic: Influenza Virus Vaccine

Drug Class: Viral Vaccine

Indication: Certain Strains of Influenza

82. Focalin Generic: Dexmethylphenidate

Drug Class: CNS Stimulant

Indication: ADD, ADHD

CII

83. Folic Acid Generic Name: Folic Acid

Drug Class: B-Vitamin

Indication: Anemia, Red Blood Cell Formation

84. Fosamax Generic Name: Alendronate

Drug Class: Biphosphonates

Indication: Prevents Osteoprosis

85. Fosamax

Plus D

Generic: Alendronate Cholecalciferol

Drug Class: Bisphosphonate

Indication: Osteoporosis

86. Geodon Generic: Ziprasidone

Drug Class: Atypical Antipsychotic

Indication: Schizophrenia

87. Gianvi Generic: Drospirnone/Ethinyl Estradiol

Drug Class: Contraceptive

Indication: Prevents Pregnancy

88. Glucophage

Generic Name: Metformin

Drug Class: Oral Diabetes Medicine

Indication: Controls blood sugar levels (in

Type 2 Diabetes as Type 1 needs insulin)

89. Glucotrol Generic: Glipizide

Drug Class: Oral Diabetes Medicine

Indication: Type 2 Diabetes

90. Glycolax Generic: Polyethylene Glycol 3350

Drug Class: Laxative

Indication: Constipation or irregular bowel

movement

91. Humalog Generic: Insulin Lispro

Drug Class: Insulin

Indication: Diabetes

92. Humulin N Generic: Insulin Isophane

Drug Class: Insulin

Indication: Diabetes Types I and II

93. Hyzaar Generic: Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazide

Drug Class: Angiotensin Receptor

Blockers

Indication: Hypertension

94. Imitrex Generic: Sumatriptan

Drug Class: Triptan Sulfa Drug

Indication: Migraine Headaches

95. Januvia Generic Name: Sitagliptin

Drug Class: Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4

Inhibitor

Indication: Type 2 Diabetes

96. k-Dur (Klor-Con,

Micro K)

Generic Name: Potassium Chloride

Drug Class: Mineral/Electrolyte

Indication: Prevents hypokalemia (Low

potassium levels)

97. Keflex Generic Name: Cephalexin

Drug Class: Cephalosporin Antibiotic

Indication: Bacterial Infection

98. Keppra Generic: Levetiracetam

Drug Class: Anti-Epileptic

Indication: Tonic-Clonic Seizures

99. Keriva Generic: Ethinyl Estradiol and

Desogestrel

Drug Class: Contraceptive

Indication: Prevents Pregnancy

100. Klonopin Generic Name: Clonazepam

Drug Class: Benzodiazepine

Indication: Anxiety

C-IV

101. Lamictal Generic: Lamotrigine

Drug Class: Anticonvulsant

Indication: Epileptic Seizures

102. Lanoxin Generic Name: Digoxin

Drug Class: Inotropic Agent

Indication: Heart Failure and Heart Rate

103. Lantus Generic: Insulin Glargine

Drug Class: Insulin

Indication: Type 1 and 2 Diabetes

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104. Lasix

Generic Name: Furosemide

Drug Class: Loop Diuretic (water pill) (deals with

kidney)

Indication: Treats edema and hypertension

(lowers salt intake)

105. Lescol

XL

Generic: Fluvastatin

Drug Class: Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

106. Levaquin Generic Name: Levofloxacin

Drug Class: Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic

Indication: Bacterial Infection

107. Levitra Generic Name: Vardenafil

Drug Class: Impotence Agent

Indication: Erectile Dysfunction

108. Lexapro

Generic Name: Escitalopram

Drug Class: Selective Serotonin Reuptake

Inhibitor (SSRI)

Indication: Restores Balance of Serotonin (it helps

depression and anxiety)

109. Lidoderm Generic: Lidocaine Topical

Drug Class: Topical Anesthetics

Indication: Relieve Post-Shingles Pain

110. 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)

111. Lopressor

Generic Name: Metoprolol Tartrate

Drug Class: Beta-Adrenergic Blocking Agent

(Beta-Blocker)

Indication: Hypertension (it lowers heart's work

rate)

112. Lovaza Generic: Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids

Drug Class: Lipid Lowering Agent

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

113. Lovenox Generic: Enoxaparin

Drug Class: Heparin Anticoagulant

Indication: Blood Clots

114. Lumigan Generic: Bimatoprost Ophthalmic

Drug Class: Ophthalmic Glaucoma Agents

Indication: Glaucoma, High Pressure in the eyes

115. Lunesta Generic: Eszopiclone

Drug Class: Sedative/Hypnotic

Indication: Insomnia

C-IV

116. Lyrica Generic Name: Pregabalin

Drug Class: Anti-Epileptic or Anticonvulsant

Indication: Seizures and pain from Fibromyalgia,

nerve pain

C-V and Addictive

117. Maxzide Generic: Hydrochlorothiazide and Triamterene

Drug Class: Potassium Sparing Diuretics with

Thiazides

Indication: Edema, Hypertension

118. Medrol Generic Name: Methylprednisolone

Drug Class: Corticosteroid

Indication: Inflammatory Conditions

119. Mevacor Generic Name: Lovastatin

Drug Class: Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia (fats and includes

cholesterol)

120. Micardis Generic: Telmisartan

Drug Class: Angiotensin Receptor Blocker

(ARB)

Indication: Hypertension

121. Micardis

HCT

Generic: HCT and Telmisartan

Drug Class: Angiotensin II Inhibitor with

Thiazides

Indication: Hyperlipemia, Hypertension

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122. Micronase Generic: Glyburide

Drug Class: Sulfonylurea

Indication: Type II Diabetes

123. Mirapex Generic: Pramipexole

Drug Class: Dopamine Agonists

Indication: Parkinson's Disease, Restless Leg

Syndrome

124. Mobic Generic Name: Meloxipam

Drug Class: Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory

drug (NSAID)

Indication: Inflammation, Pain

125. Motrin

Generic Name: Ibuprofen

Drug Class: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory

Drug (NSAID)

Indication: Pain reliever, fever, and inflammation

(reduces hormones behind inflammation and

pain)

126. Namenda Generic Name: Memantine

Drug Class: Misc CNS Agent

Indication: Alzheimer's (prolongs disease)

127. Naprosyn Generic: Naproxen

Drug Class: NSAID

Indication: Pain, Inflammation, Fever

128. Nasacort

AQ

Generic: Triamcinolone Nasal

Drug Class: Nasal Steroid

Indication: Nasal Allergy Symptoms

129. Nasonex Generic Name: Mometasone

Drug Class: Corticosteroid (Nasal Steroid)

Indication: Nasal Allergy Symptoms, Stuffy and

Runny Nose

130. Neurontin Generic Name: Gabapentin

Drug Class: Anti-Epileptic Medication

(Anticonvulsant)

Indication: Seizures and nerve pain

131. Niaspan Generic Name: Niacin

Drug Class: Misc. Antihyperlipidemic

Agents, Vitamins

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

132. Norvasc Generic Name: Amlodipine

Drug Class: Calcium Channel Blocker

(CCB)

Indication: Hypertension, Angina (Chest

Pain)

133. NuvaRing Generic Name: Ethinyl Estradiol and

Etonogestrel

Drug Class: Contraceptive

Indication: Prevent ovulations and

pregnancy

134. Omnicef Generic: Cefdinir

Drug Class: 3rd Generation Cephalosporin

Indication: Bacterial Infection

135. Ortho Tri-

Cyclen Lo

Generic: Norgestimate/Ethinyl Estradiol

(lower dose)

Drug Class: Contraceptive

Indication: Prevents Pregnancy

136. OxyContin Generic Name: Oxycodone

Drug Class: Opioid

Indication: Moderate to Severe Pain

C-II

137. Patanol Generic: Olopatadine

Drug Class: Opththalmic Antihistamine

Indication: Itchy and Watery eyes

138. Paxil Generic Name: Paroxetine

Drug Class: SSRI (Selective Serotonin

Reuptake Inhibitor)

Indication: Depression

139. Pen VK Generic Name: Penicillin V Potassium

Drug Class: Penicillin

Indication: Bacterial nfection

140. Pepcid Generic: Famotidine

Drug Class: Histamine 2 Blocker

Indication: Decreases amount of stomach

acid created

141. Phenergan Generic Name: Promethazine

Drug Class: Phenothyazine and

antihistamine

Indication: Allergies and Nausea and

Vomiting

142. Pravachol Generic Name: Pravastatin

Drug Class: Statin

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

143. Premarin Generic: Conjugated Estrogen

Drug Class: Estrogen

Indication: Menopause (vaginal problems)

144. Prevacid Generic: Lansoprazole

Drug Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor

Indication: GERD

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145. Prilosec Generic Name: Omeprazole

Drug Class: PPI (Proton Pump Inhibitor)

Indication: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux

Disease)

NOW OVER THE COUNTER

146. Proair HFA

(Proventil

HFA, Ventolin

HFA)

Generic Name: Albuterol Inhalation

Drug Class: Bronchodilator

Indication: Treats/Prevents Bronchospasm

(in people with reversible obstructive

airway disease (asthma and COPD

patients))

147. Prometrium Generic: Progesterone

Drug Class: Progestins

Indication: Menstrual Periods

148. Propecia Generic: Finasteride

Drug Class: 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors

Indication: Hair Loss

149. Protonix Generic Name: Pantoprazole

Drug Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor

Indication: GERD

150. Provigil Generic: Modafinil

Drug Class: CNS Stimulant

Indication: Narcolepsy, Promotes

Wakefulness

151. Prozac Generic Name: Fluoxetine

Drug Class: SSRI

Indication: Depression

152. Pulmicort

Respules

Generic Name: Budesonide Inhalation

Drug Class: Inhaled Corticosteroid

Indication: Long Term Asthma for Kids

153. Relpax Generic: Eletriptan

Drug Class: Headache Medicine

Indication: Migraine Headaches

154. Requip Generic: Ropinirole

Drug Class: Anti-Parkinson's Agent

Indication: Parkinson Symptoms

155. Restasis Generic: Cyclosporine Ophthalmic

Drug Class: Ophthalmic Anti-Inflammatory

Agents

Indication: Eye Inflammation

156. Rhinocort

AQ

Generic: Budesonide Nasal

Drug Class: Corticosteroid

Indication: Inflammation, Allergies

157. Risperdal Generic: Risperidone

Drug Class: Atypical Antipsychotic

Indication: Schizophrenia, Irritability in Autistic

Children and Bipolar Disorder

Treats symptoms, not disease

158. Seroquel Generic Name: Quetiapine

Drug Class: Antipsychotic Medicine

Indication: Schizophrenia (And bipolar and

depression)

159. Skelaxin Generic: Metaxalone

Drug Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

Indication: Musculoskeletal Pain

160. Soma Generic Name: Carisoprodol

Drug Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

Indication: Muscle pain and injury

C-IV

161. Spiriva

Handihaler

Generic: Tiotropium

Drug Class: Bronchodilator

Indication: Bronchospasms, COPD

162. Strattera Generic: Atomoxetine

Drug Class: CNS Stimulant

Indication: ADHD

163. Suboxone Generic Name: Buprenorphine and Naloxone

Drug Class: Opioid

Indication: Treats narcotic addiction

C-III

164. Sular Generic Name: Nisoldipine

Drug Class: Calcium Channel Blockers

Indication: Hypertension

165. Symbicort Generic: Budesonide and Formoterol

Drug Class: Bronchodilator Combo

Indication: Asthma, COPD

166. Tenormin Generic Name: Atenolol

Drug Class: Beta Blocker

Indication: Angina (chest pain) and

Hypertension

167. Tessalon

Perles

Generic: Benzonatate

Drug Class: Antitussive

Indication: Cough Relief

168. Topamax Generic: Topiramate

Drug Class: Anticonvulsant

Indication: Seizures and Migraine

169. Toprol XL Generic: Metoprolol

Drug Class: Betablocker

Indication: Hypertension, Angina

170. Travatan Generic: Travoprost

Drug Class: Ophthalmic Glaucoma Agent

Indication: Glaucoma

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171. Tricor Generic: Fenofibrate

Drug Class: Fibric Acid Derivative

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

172. Triesence or

Trivaris

Generic: Triamcinolone Ophthalmic Injection

Drug Class: Ophthalmic Steroids

Indication: Inflammation

173. Trileptal Generic: Oxcarbazepine

Drug Class: Anticonvulsant/Antiepileptic

Indication: Monothrapy

174. TriNessa Generic: Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestimate

Drug Class: Contraceptive

Indication: Prevents Pregnancy

175. Tri-Sprintec Generic: Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol

Drug Class: Contraceptive

Indication: Prevents Pregnancy

176. Tussionex Generic: Chlorpheniramine and

Hydrocodone

Drug Class: Upper Respiratory Combo

Indication: Cold and Flu Symptoms

C-II

177. Tylenol #2

and #3

Generic Name: Acetaminophen and

Codeine

Drug Class: Narcotic Analgesic Combo

Indication: Moderate to Severe Pain

C-III

178. Ultram Generic Name: Tramadol

Drug Class: Narcotic Analgesic

Indication: Moderate to Severe Pain

C-IV

179. Uroxatral Generic: Alfuzosin

Drug Class: Antiadrenergic Agent

Indication: BPH in men

180. Vagifem Generic: Estradiol

Drug Class: Estrogen

Indication: Menopause

181. Valium Generic Name: Diazepam

Drug Class: Benzodiapine

Indication: Anxiety (And Alcohol

Withdrawal, Muscle Spasms)

C-IV

182. Vasotec Generic Name: Enalapril

Drug Class: ACE Inhibitor (-il)

Indication: Hypertension

183. VESIcare Generic: Solifenacin

Drug Class: Urinary Antispasmodics

Indication: Overactive Bladder

184. Viagra Generic: Sildenafil

Drug Class: Impotence Agent

Indication: Erectile Dysfunction

185. Vibramycin Generic Name: Doxycycline Hyclate

Drug Class: Tetracycline Antibiotic

Indication: Certain Bacterial Infection

186. Vigamox Generic: Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic

Drug Class: Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic

Indication: Bacterial Infection for Eyes

187. Vitamin D Generic: Ergocalciferol

Drug Class: Vitamin

Indication: Vitamin D Deficiency

188. Vytorin Generic: Ezetimibe and Simvastatin

Drug Class: Antihyperlipidemic Combo

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

189. Vyvanse Generic Name: Lisdexamphetamine

Drug Class: CNS Stimulant

Indication: ADHD

C-II

190. Wellbutrin

XL

Generic: Bupropion

Drug Class: Misc Antidepressant

Indication: Depression

191. Xalatan Generic Name: Latonoprost

Drug Class: Ophthalmic Glaucoma Agent

Indication: Glaucoma

192. Xanax Generic Name: Alprazolam

Drug Class: Benzodiazepine

Indication: Anxiety (panic and depression)

193. Xopenex

HFA

Generic Name: Levalbuterol

Drug Class: Bronchilator

Indication: Bronchospasms for people with

Asthma and COPD

194. Zantac Generic: Ranitidine

Drug Class: Histamine-2 Blockers

Indication: Ulcers

195. Zestoretic Generic: Lisinopril and Hydrochlorothiazide

Drug Class: Ace Inhibitor and Thiazide Combo

Indication: Hypertension

196. Zetia Generic: Ezetimibe

Drug Class: Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitor

Indication: Hyperlipidemia

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197. Zithromax

Generic Name: Azithromycin

Drug Class: Macrolide Antibiotic

Indication: Bacterial Infection (Reduces production of important protein to kill/slow bacteria)

198. Zoloft

Generic Name: Sertraline

Drug Class: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)

Indication: Treats depression (and panic, anxiety, PTSD, and PMDD)

199. Zyloprim Generic Name: Allopurinol

Drug Class: Antigout Agent

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

200. Zyprexa Generic: Olanzapine

Drug Class: Antipsychotic

Indication: Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder