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Aciclovir

Aciclovir (commonly spelled Acyclovir in the US)

Antiviral agent Synthetic purine nucleoside analo...

Brands: Zovirax, Sitavig, Acivir ...

Aciclovir is a synthetic nucleoside analogue antiviral drug primarily used to treat infections caused by herpes simplex ...

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Acrivastine

Acrivastine

Selective H1-receptor antagonist Second-generatio...

Brands: Semprex, Benadryl Allergy Relief

Acrivastine is a second-generation antihistamine primarily used for the symptomatic relief of allergic conditions. It is...

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Adalimumab

Adalimumab

Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor Monoclonal ...

Brands: Humira, Amjevita, Cyltezo ...

Adalimumab is a recombinant human IgG1 monoclonal antibody specifically targeting tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α). I...

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Albuterol

Albuterol (Salbutamol)

Short-acting β₂-adrenergic agonist (SABA); Broncho...

Brands: ProAir HFA, Ventolin HFA, Proventil HFA ...

Albuterol (salbutamol) is a short-acting β₂-adrenergic receptor agonist (SABA) primarily used as a bronchodilator for re...

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Alendronic Acid

Alendronic Acid

Bisphosphonate (nitrogen-containing) Therapeutic ...

Brands: Fosamax, Binosto, Alendros ...

Alendronic Acid is a nitrogen-containing bisphosphonate that inhibits osteoclast-mediated bone resorption. It is widely ...

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Allopurinol

Allopurinol

Xanthine oxidase inhibitor Antigout agent Purine...

Brands: Zyloprim, Lopurin, Aloprim

Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor primarily used in the management of chronic gout and hyperuricemia. It works...

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Alogliptin

Alogliptin

Antidiabetic agent, Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4)...

Brands: Nesina, Vipidia, Kazano (combination with metformin) ...

Alogliptin is an oral antidiabetic medication belonging to the dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor class, commonly ...

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Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline

Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) Dibenzocyclohepten...

Brands: Elavil, Endep, Vanatrip ...

Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) primarily used to treat major depressive disorder. It also has FDA-app...

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Amlodipine

Amlodipine

Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker Antihyper...

Brands: Norvasc, Istin, Amvaz ...

Amlodipine is a long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker widely used in the management of hypertension and an...

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Amoxicillin

Amoxicillin

Antibacterial, Aminopenicillin, Beta-lactam antibi...

Brands: Amoxil, Moxatag, Trimox ...

Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum, bactericidal antibiotic belonging to the aminopenicillin class of beta-lactam antibioti...

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Anastrozole

Anastrozole

Nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor Antineoplastic a...

Brands: Arimidex, Anastra, Anazolate

Anastrozole is a potent, nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor used primarily in the treatment of hormone receptor-positive b...

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Apixaban

Apixaban

Direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC), Factor Xa inhibi...

Brands: Eliquis

Apixaban is a direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) that selectively inhibits factor Xa, a key component in the blood coagula...

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Aripiprazole

Aripiprazole

Second-generation (atypical) antipsychotic Dopami...

Brands: Abilify, Abilify Maintena, Aristada ...

Aripiprazole is an atypical antipsychotic medication primarily used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and as an ...

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Aspirin

Acetylsalicylic Acid

Salicylate, Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (N...

Brands: Bayer, Ecotrin, Durlaza ...

Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is one of the most widely used medications globally, first introduced in 1899. It belongs...

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Atenolol

Atenolol

Cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic antagonist Ther...

Brands: Tenormin, Atecard, Atelol ...

Atenolol is a selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker primarily used in cardiovascular conditions. It reduces heart...

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Atorvastatin

Atorvastatin

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). Therapeutic ...

Brands: Lipitor, Sortis, Torvast

Atorvastatin is a member of the statin class of drugs, primarily used to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of...

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Azathioprine

Azathioprine

Immunosuppressive agent Antimetabolite Thiopurin...

Brands: Imuran, Azasan, Azahexal ...

Azathioprine is an immunosuppressive medication primarily used to prevent organ transplant rejection and treat autoimmun...

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Azithromycin

Azithromycin

Antibacterial • Macrolide antibiotic • Azalide s...

Brands: Zithromax, Z-Pak, AzaSite ...

Azithromycin is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic with enhanced activity against certain gram-negative organisms com...

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Bupropion

Bupropion

Aminoketone class antidepressant Norepinephrine-d...

Brands: Wellbutrin, Zyban, Aplenzin ...

Bupropion is an atypical antidepressant and smoking cessation aid that acts as a norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibi...

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Buspirone

Buspirone Hydrochloride

Anxiolytic; Serotonin 5-HT1A Receptor Partial Agon...

Brands: Buspar

Buspirone is an anxiolytic medication primarily used for the short-term relief of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Un...

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