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Betamethasone
Betamethasone is a potent corticosteroid used to treat inflammation and a wide range of conditions including skin disorders, allergic reactions, and arthritis.
Betaseron
Betaseron (interferon beta-1b) is an immunomodulator used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis to reduce the frequency of clinical exacerbations.
Bevacizumab
Bevacizumab is a monoclonal antibody and angiogenesis inhibitor used to treat various cancers by inhibiting the growth of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow.
Beyfortus
Beyfortus (nirsevimab) is a monoclonal antibody indicated for the prevention of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) lower respiratory tract disease in neonates and infants.
Bicalutamide
Bicalutamide is an antiandrogen medication used to treat prostate cancer by blocking the effects of testosterone, which can fuel cancer growth.
Biktarvy
Biktarvy is a fixed-dose combination antiretroviral medication containing bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide, used as a complete regimen to treat HIV-1 infection.
Biotin
Biotin (Vitamin B7) is a water-soluble vitamin used as a supplement to treat or prevent biotin deficiency and is commonly marketed for hair, skin, and nail health.
Bunavail
Bunavail is a buprenorphine and naloxone buccal film used for maintenance treatment of opioid dependence, as part of a complete treatment plan.
Bupivacaine
Bupivacaine is a local anesthetic used to numb an area of the body during and after surgery, dental procedures, or childbirth.
Buprenex
Buprenex is a brand name for buprenorphine, an opioid partial agonist used for the management of pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic.
Buprenorphine
Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist used to treat opioid use disorder and moderate to severe pain.
Buprenorphine/naloxone
Buprenorphine/naloxone is a combination medication used for maintenance treatment of opioid dependence, where buprenorphine reduces cravings and naloxone deters misuse.
Bupropion
Bupropion is an antidepressant medication also used as a smoking cessation aid and for seasonal affective disorder.
Buspirone
Buspirone is an anti-anxiety medication used to treat anxiety disorders, working differently from benzodiazepines.
Bystolic
Bystolic is a brand name for nebivolol, a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure.
Brimonidine
Brimonidine is an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist used topically to lower intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
Briumvi
Briumvi (ublituximab) is a CD20-directed cytolytic monoclonal antibody used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults.
Briviact
Briviact (brivaracetam) is an antiepileptic drug used as an adjunctive therapy for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in patients with epilepsy.
Bromfed DM
Bromfed DM is a combination cough and cold medicine containing brompheniramine (antihistamine), pseudoephedrine (decongestant), and dextromethorphan (cough suppressant).
Brukinsa
Brukinsa (zanubrutinib) is a Bruton's tyrosine kinase inhibitor used to treat certain B-cell malignancies, including mantle cell lymphoma and Waldenström's macroglobulinemia.
Bryhali
Bryhali (halobetasol propionate) is a high-potency topical corticosteroid lotion used for the treatment of plaque psoriasis in adults.
Budesonide
Budesonide is a corticosteroid used to manage asthma, allergic rhinitis, and inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Budesonide and formoterol
Budesonide/formoterol is a combination inhaler containing a corticosteroid and a long-acting beta-agonist, used for maintenance treatment of asthma and COPD.
Budesonide, glycopyrrolate, and formoterol inhaler
Budesonide/glycopyrrolate/formoterol is a triple-combination inhaler used for the maintenance treatment of COPD, containing an inhaled corticosteroid, anticholinergic, and long-acting beta-agonist.
Bumetanide
Bumetanide is a loop diuretic used to treat edema (fluid retention) caused by conditions such as congestive heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Aqneursa
Aqneursa (minocycline extended-release) is a tetracycline antibiotic used for the treatment of inflammatory lesions of non-nodular moderate to severe acne vulgaris in patients 12 years of age and older.
Aqua Care
Aqua Care (urea topical) is a keratolytic and moisturizing agent used to treat rough, dry skin, and to debride hyperkeratotic areas such as calluses, corns, and hyperkeratotic plaques.
Aqua Gem-E
Aqua Gem-E (vitamin E, water-soluble) is a vitamin supplement, usually a formulation of vitamin E designed for enhanced absorption, used to treat or prevent vitamin E deficiency.
Aqua-Ban
Aqua-Ban (ammonium chloride or pamabrom) is an over-the-counter diuretic often used for temporary relief of water retention associated with the premenstrual and menstrual periods.
Aquafresh
Aquafresh is a non-prescription dental product, typically a fluoride toothpaste or mouthwash, used for daily oral hygiene, cavity prevention, and fresh breath.
Aquamephyton
Aquamephyton (phytonadione) is a vitamin K preparation used to treat coagulation disorders caused by inadequate vitamin K activity, such as hemorrhagic disease of the newborn or anticoagulant-induced prothrombin deficiency.
Aquanil HC
Aquanil HC (hydrocortisone) is a topical corticosteroid lotion or cream used to relieve the itching, burning, and inflammation associated with various corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions.
Aquaphilic with Urea
Aquaphilic with Urea is a topical emollient cream containing urea, used to soften and moisturize severely dry, rough, or calloused skin by promoting water absorption and breaking down keratin.
Aquaphor Healing
Aquaphor Healing Ointment is a non-prescription occlusive emollient used to protect, soothe, and moisturize dry, cracked, and irritated skin, and to aid in wound healing.
An-DTPA
An-DTPA (technetium Tc 99m pentetate) is a diagnostic radiopharmaceutical used for cerebral flow studies, brain imaging, and assessment of renal function.
Ana-Lex Cream
Ana-Lex Cream is a topical preparation, often containing a local anesthetic or analgesic, used for temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor skin irritations or anorectal discomfort.
Ana-Lex topical/rectal
Ana-Lex is a topical/rectal preparation, typically containing an analgesic or anesthetic, used to relieve pain, burning, and itching from hemorrhoids or other anorectal conditions.
Anacaine
Anacaine (lidocaine) is a topical local anesthetic used to temporarily relieve pain and itching from minor skin irritations, insect bites, or anorectal conditions.
Anacaulase-bcdb
Anacaulase-bcdb (Nexobrid) is an enzymatic debriding agent used topically to remove eschar in adults with deep partial-thickness or full-thickness thermal burns.
Anacaulase-bcdb (Topical)
Anacaulase-bcdb is a topical enzymatic agent used for selective and non-surgical removal of burn eschar from deep partial- and full-thickness thermal burns.
Anacin
Anacin (aspirin and caffeine) is an over-the-counter combination analgesic used to relieve minor aches and pains, headaches, and to reduce fever.
Anacin Advanced Headache Formula
Anacin Advanced Headache Formula (acetaminophen, aspirin, and caffeine) is an over-the-counter combination analgesic used to relieve severe headache pain.
Anacin AF
Anacin AF (acetaminophen, aspirin, and caffeine) is an over-the-counter combination analgesic formulation used for fast relief of headaches and minor aches.
Anacin Aspirin Free
Anacin Aspirin Free (acetaminophen) is an over-the-counter non-salicylate analgesic and antipyretic used to relieve pain and reduce fever without aspirin.
Anacin Extra Strength
Anacin Extra Strength (aspirin and caffeine) is an over-the-counter combination analgesic with a higher dose used for stronger relief of pain, including headache.
Anadrol
Anadrol (oxymetholone) is an oral anabolic steroid used to treat anemias caused by deficient red cell production, such as acquired aplastic anemia, or myelofibrosis.
Anafranil
Anafranil (clomipramine) is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) used to treat symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Anagrelide
Anagrelide is a platelet-reducing agent used to treat thrombocythemia (too many platelets) in patients with essential thrombocythemia (ET) to reduce the elevated platelet count.
Anakinra
Anakinra is an interleukin-1 receptor antagonist used to reduce symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis, cryopyrin-associated periodic syndromes (CAPS), and deficiency of IL-1 receptor antagonist (DIRA).
Analpram HC Cream
Analpram HC Cream (hydrocortisone and pramoxine) is a combination corticosteroid and local anesthetic used topically to relieve inflammation, itching, and pain associated with anorectal disorders.
Analpram HC Lotion
Analpram HC Lotion (hydrocortisone and pramoxine) is a topical combination corticosteroid and local anesthetic used for the relief of inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
AnaMantle HC
AnaMantle HC (hydrocortisone and pramoxine) is a combination corticosteroid and local anesthetic used topically to relieve itching, swelling, and pain from skin and anorectal conditions.
Anaplex DM
Anaplex DM is a combination product typically containing a decongestant, antihistamine, and cough suppressant (e.g., pseudoephedrine, brompheniramine, dextromethorphan) used to relieve cold and allergy symptoms.
Anaprox
Anaprox (naproxen sodium) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain, dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps), and mild to moderate pain.
Anaprox-DS
Anaprox-DS (naproxen sodium double strength) is a higher-dose nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat severe pain, inflammation, and stiffness.
Anascorp
Anascorp (Centruroides immune $F(ab')_{2}$ equine) is an antivenin used to treat clinical signs of scorpion envenomation caused by the bark scorpion, *Centruroides sculpturatus*.
Avocado
Avocado (Persea americana) is a fruit commonly consumed, but its oil extract is sometimes used in supplements or topical products for joint health or skin moisturization; it is not a recognized prescription drug.
Avodart
Avodart (dutasteride) is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and to reduce the risk of acute urinary retention and the need for surgery.
Avonex Prefilled Syringe
Avonex (interferon beta-1a) prefilled syringe is an immunomodulator used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) by reducing the frequency of relapses and slowing disease progression.
Avosil
Avosil is a topical ointment, often containing ingredients like zinc or bacitracin, used to protect and soothe minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.
Avsola
Avsola (infliximab-axxq) is a biosimilar tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, and plaque psoriasis.
Avtozma
Avtozma (tocilizumab) is an interleukin-6 receptor antagonist biosimilar used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, giant cell arteritis, and systemic/polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
Avutometinib and defactinib
Avutometinib and defactinib is an investigational combination therapy used to treat certain cancers, typically functioning as kinase inhibitors to block tumor growth signals.
Avycaz
Avycaz (ceftazidime and avibactam) is a combination cephalosporin and beta-lactamase inhibitor antibiotic used to treat complicated intra-abdominal infections, complicated urinary tract infections, and hospital-acquired pneumonia.
Avzivi
Avzivi (bevacizumab-adsv) is a biosimilar monoclonal antibody used to treat various cancers, including metastatic colorectal cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and glioblastoma.
Anascorp Injection
Anascorp (Centruroides immune $F(ab')_{2}$ equine) injection is an antivenin administered intravenously to treat severe symptoms of North American bark scorpion sting.
Anasept
Anasept (sodium hypochlorite) is an antimicrobial wound cleanser used for antiseptic cleansing of minor wounds, cuts, and scrapes.
Anasept Cleanser
Anasept Cleanser (sodium hypochlorite) is a topical antimicrobial solution used to clean and decontaminate acute and chronic dermal lesions.
Anaspaz
Anaspaz (hyoscyamine) is an anticholinergic/antispasmodic medication used to control spasms in the smooth muscles of the stomach, intestines, and bladder, often for irritable bowel syndrome.
Anastrozole
Anastrozole is an aromatase inhibitor used to treat postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer or metastatic breast cancer.
Anavip
Anavip (Crotalidae immune $F(ab')_{2}$) is a snake antivenin used to treat adults and children with crotalid snake envenomation (rattlesnake, copperhead, or cottonmouth/water moccasin).
Anavip (equine)
Anavip (Crotalidae immune $F(ab')_{2}$ equine) is an equine-derived antivenin used for the management of crotalid snake envenomation.
Anbesol
Anbesol (benzocaine) is a topical local anesthetic used to temporarily relieve pain due to minor irritation or injury of the mouth, gums, or throat, or from dentures/orthodontic appliances.
Anbesol Gel
Anbesol Gel (benzocaine) is a topical anesthetic gel formulation used for temporary relief of toothache, canker sore, or gum pain.
Ancef
Ancef (cefazolin) is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections, and is frequently used for surgical prophylaxis.
Ancobon
Ancobon (flucytosine) is an oral antifungal drug used to treat serious infections caused by susceptible strains of *Candida* or *Cryptococcus*, often in combination with amphotericin B.
Andehist DM NR Syrup
Andehist DM NR Syrup is a combination product typically containing a cough suppressant, decongestant, and possibly an antihistamine, used to relieve cough and cold symptoms.
Andembry
Andembry (adalimumab-adaz) is a biosimilar tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker used to treat various inflammatory conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's disease.
Andembry Prefilled Autoinjector
Andembry (adalimumab-adaz) prefilled autoinjector is a biosimilar TNF blocker used for subcutaneous self-injection to treat chronic inflammatory diseases.
Andexxa
Andexxa (andexanet alfa) is a factor Xa inhibitor reversal agent used to reverse the anticoagulant effects of Factor Xa inhibitors (like rivaroxaban and apixaban) in life-threatening bleeding.
Andrachne
Andrachne is a genus of plants; while some species have traditional medicinal uses, it is not a recognized pharmaceutical drug.
Androderm
Androderm (testosterone transdermal system) is a patch formulation of testosterone used for replacement therapy in males with conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone.
AndroGel
AndroGel (testosterone topical gel) is a hydroalcoholic gel formulation of testosterone used for replacement therapy in males with low or absent testosterone.
AndroGel Packets
AndroGel Packets (testosterone topical gel) provide testosterone replacement therapy in single-use packets for males with hypogonadism.
AndroGel Pump 1.25 g/pump actuation
AndroGel Pump (testosterone topical gel) is a pump-actuated formulation of testosterone used for replacement therapy in males with hypogonadism.
Andrographis
Andrographis is an herb ($A. paniculata$) used in traditional medicine, often for immune support and respiratory infections; it is not a recognized prescription drug.
Android
Android (methyltestosterone) is an oral androgen used to treat conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone in males.
Androxy
Androxy (fluoxymesterone) is an oral androgen used to treat conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone in males and to treat certain types of breast cancer in females.
AneCream
AneCream (lidocaine topical cream) is a high-concentration topical anesthetic used to temporarily relieve pain associated with minor procedures or skin irritations.
AneCream 5 rectal
AneCream 5 (lidocaine 5% topical cream) is a high-concentration topical anesthetic used rectally for temporary relief of pain and itching associated with hemorrhoids or other anal discomfort.
Anectine
Anectine (succinylcholine) is a depolarizing neuromuscular blocker used as an adjunct to general anesthesia to facilitate tracheal intubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery.
Anestacon
Anestacon (lidocaine viscous solution) is a topical local anesthetic used to relieve pain in the mouth, throat, or esophagus due to injury, inflammation, or medical procedures.
Anesthesia S/I-40
Anesthesia S/I-40 typically refers to a specialized intravenous or inhaled anesthetic agent formulation used to induce and maintain general anesthesia during surgical procedures.
Anesthesia S/I-50
Anesthesia S/I-50 typically refers to a specialized intravenous or inhaled anesthetic agent formulation used to induce and maintain general anesthesia during surgical procedures.
Anesthetic Gel
Anesthetic Gel is a topical preparation, often containing lidocaine or benzocaine, used to temporarily numb an area of skin or mucous membrane before a procedure or for pain relief.
Anexsia
Anexsia (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) is a combination narcotic pain reliever and non-narcotic pain reliever used to treat moderate to severe pain.
Angelica
Angelica is a genus of plants (e.g., *A. sinensis* or *A. archangelica*) used as an herbal supplement, traditionally for digestive issues or women's health; it is not a recognized prescription drug.
Angeliq
Angeliq (drospirenone and estradiol) is a combination hormone replacement therapy used to treat moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause.
Angiomax
Angiomax (bivalirudin) is a direct thrombin inhibitor (anticoagulant) used to prevent blood clots in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
Angioscein
Angioscein (fluorescein injection) is a diagnostic agent used intravenously in fluorescence angiography to examine blood circulation in the retina and iris.