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Femara
Femara (letrozole) is an aromatase inhibitor used to treat postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer or advanced breast cancer.
Fenofibrate
Fenofibrate is a fibric acid derivative used as an adjunct to diet to reduce elevated levels of LDL-C, Total-C, triglycerides, and Apo B, and to increase HDL-C in patients with hypercholesterolemia or mixed dyslipidemia.
Fentanyl
Fentanyl is a potent opioid analgesic used to manage severe pain, typically in opioid-tolerant patients, and is available in various forms including transdermal patches and transmucosal preparations.
FeroSul
FeroSul (ferrous sulfate) is an oral iron supplement used to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia.
Ferrous fumarate
Ferrous fumarate is an oral iron salt used as a dietary supplement to prevent or treat iron deficiency anemia.
Ferrous gluconate
Ferrous gluconate is an oral iron salt used as a supplement to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia.
Ferrous Sulfate
Ferrous Sulfate is an oral iron salt supplement used to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia.
Fexofenadine
Fexofenadine is a non-sedating $ ext{H}_{1}$ antihistamine used to relieve symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives).
Finasteride
Finasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and at a lower dose to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia).
Finerenone
Finerenone is a nonsteroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist used to reduce the risk of sustained eGFR decline, end-stage kidney disease, cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, and hospitalization for heart failure in adults with chronic kidney disease associated with type 2 diabetes.
Fintepla
Fintepla (fenfluramine) is an oral serotonin reuptake inhibitor used to treat seizures associated with Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.
Firazyr
Firazyr (icatibant) is a bradykinin $ ext{B}_{2}$ receptor antagonist used to treat acute attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE) in adults.
Firmagon
Firmagon (degarelix) is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist used for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer.
Fish Oil
Fish Oil is a common source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) used as a dietary supplement to promote cardiovascular health and to reduce high triglyceride levels.
Flecainide
Flecainide is a Class IC antiarrhythmic agent used to treat and prevent certain types of serious ventricular arrhythmias, and to treat paroxysmal atrial fibrillation/flutter.
Florastor
Florastor (Saccharomyces boulardii) is a probiotic yeast used to prevent and treat diarrhea, including antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
Flovent
Flovent (fluticasone propionate inhaled) is an inhaled corticosteroid used as a long-term maintenance treatment for asthma.
Fluconazole
Fluconazole is an antifungal medication (triazole) used to treat and prevent various fungal infections, including candidiasis (yeast infections) of the mouth, throat, and systemic infections.
Fludrocortisone
Fludrocortisone is a potent synthetic mineralocorticoid used for partial replacement therapy of adrenal cortical insufficiency (Addison's disease) and for the treatment of orthostatic hypotension.
FluMist Vaccine
FluMist Vaccine (live attenuated influenza vaccine, LAIV) is a nasal spray vaccine used for the active immunization for the prevention of influenza disease caused by specific influenza virus strains.
Fluocinonide
Fluocinonide is a high-potency topical corticosteroid used to relieve the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Fluorouracil
Fluorouracil (5-FU) is a pyrimidine analog antimetabolite used intravenously to treat various cancers, and topically to treat actinic keratoses and superficial basal cell carcinoma.
Fluoxetine
Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, bulimia nervosa, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Flutamide
Flutamide is a nonsteroidal antiandrogen used in combination with a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) agonist to treat metastatic prostate cancer.
Fluticasone
Fluticasone is a corticosteroid available in various forms (nasal, oral inhalation, topical) used to treat inflammatory conditions such as allergic rhinitis, asthma, and dermatoses.
Fluvoxamine
Fluvoxamine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and social anxiety disorder.
Focalin
Focalin (dexmethylphenidate immediate-release) is a central nervous system stimulant used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Formoterol
Formoterol is a long-acting beta-agonist (LABA) bronchodilator used for the long-term maintenance treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Forteo
Forteo (teriparatide) is a recombinant human parathyroid hormone analog used to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk for fracture.
Fosfomycin
Fosfomycin is an antibiotic used for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTI) in women, typically caused by susceptible *E. coli* or *E. faecalis*.
Fulvestrant
Fulvestrant is an estrogen receptor antagonist used to treat hormone receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer.
Furosemide
Furosemide is a potent loop diuretic used to treat edema (fluid retention) associated with congestive heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease, and to treat hypertension.
Fycompa
Fycompa (perampanel) is an antiepileptic drug (AED) used as an adjunctive treatment for partial-onset seizures and primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures.
Gabapentin
Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant drug used to treat partial seizures, postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain from shingles), and often prescribed off-label for various neuropathic pain conditions.
Gabapentin enacarbil
Gabapentin enacarbil is a prodrug of gabapentin used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS) and postherpetic neuralgia.
Galantamine
Galantamine is a cholinesterase inhibitor used to treat mild to moderate dementia of the Alzheimer's type.
Galcanezumab
Galcanezumab is a calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonist used for the preventive treatment of migraine in adults and for the treatment of episodic cluster headache.
Ganciclovir
Ganciclovir is an antiviral agent used for the treatment and prevention of cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in immunocompromised patients and for other CMV infections.
Gardasil
Gardasil (Human Papillomavirus Quadrivalent $ ext{($Types 6, 11, 16, and 18$)} ext{ Vaccine, Recombinant}$ is a vaccine used to prevent diseases caused by HPV types $6, 11, 16,$ and $18$.
Garlic
Garlic ($Allium$ $sativum$) is an herb used as a dietary supplement, often for cardiovascular health, lowering blood pressure, and immune support; it is not a recognized prescription drug.
Gas-X
Gas-X (simethicone) is an over-the-counter anti-flatulent used to relieve painful pressure, bloating, and discomfort caused by excess gas in the digestive tract.
Gattex
Gattex (teduglutide) is a glucagon-like peptide-2 (GLP-2) analog used to treat adults and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with short bowel syndrome (SBS) who are dependent on parenteral support.
GaviLyte G
GaviLyte G (polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes) is an osmotic laxative solution used for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy or other surgical procedures.
Gavreto
Gavreto (pralsetinib) is a selective inhibitor of the rearranged during transfection (RET) receptor tyrosine kinase used to treat certain types of non-small cell lung cancer, medullary thyroid cancer, and other solid tumors.
Gazyva
Gazyva (obinutuzumab) is a CD20-directed cytolytic antibody used to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and follicular lymphoma.
Gemcitabine
Gemcitabine is an antimetabolite chemotherapy agent used to treat various cancers, including non-small cell lung, breast, pancreatic, and ovarian cancer.
Gemfibrozil
Gemfibrozil is a fibric acid derivative used as an adjunct to diet to reduce elevated levels of very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) and triglycerides, and to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.
Gemtesa
Gemtesa (vibegron) is a beta-3 adrenergic agonist used to treat overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and urinary frequency.
Genotropin
Genotropin (somatropin) is a recombinant human growth hormone used to treat growth hormone deficiency in children and adults, and to treat short stature associated with certain genetic conditions.
Gentamicin
Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat various serious bacterial infections, including those of the blood, bones, joints, and urinary tract; also available in topical and ophthalmic forms.
Genvoya
Genvoya (elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide) is a fixed-dose, four-drug combination used as a complete regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection.
Geodon
Geodon (ziprasidone) is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia and acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder.
Giazo
Giazo (balsalazide) is an aminosalicylate anti-inflammatory agent used to treat mildly to moderately active ulcerative colitis.
Ginger
Ginger ($Zingiber$ $officinale$) is a rhizome used as an herbal supplement, often for treating nausea, vomiting, and digestive discomfort; it is not a recognized prescription drug.
Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba is an extract from the ginkgo tree used as a herbal supplement, commonly claimed to support cognitive function and blood circulation; it is not a recognized prescription drug.
Ginseng
Ginseng ($Panax$ species) is a root used as an herbal supplement, commonly claimed to enhance energy, reduce stress, and improve general well-being; it is not a recognized prescription drug.
Gleevec
Gleevec (imatinib) is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor used to treat various cancers, including chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).
Glimepiride
Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea antidiabetic agent used as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Glipizide
Glipizide is an oral sulfonylurea antidiabetic agent used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Glucagon
Glucagon is a hormone used as an emergency treatment for severe hypoglycemia (very low blood sugar) in patients with diabetes, and as a diagnostic aid in radiologic examinations.
Glucophage
Glucophage (metformin immediate-release) is a biguanide antidiabetic agent used as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and children with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Glucophage XR
Glucophage XR (metformin extended-release) is a long-acting biguanide antidiabetic agent used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Glucosamine
Glucosamine is an amino sugar, often used in dietary supplements, typically combined with chondroitin, to support joint health, particularly in cases of osteoarthritis.
Glucose
Glucose (dextrose) is a simple sugar used orally or intravenously to treat hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) or as a source of calories and fluid.
Glumetza
Glumetza (metformin extended-release) is a long-acting biguanide antidiabetic agent used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Glutathione
Glutathione is an antioxidant naturally produced in the body and is also used as a dietary supplement, often for its claimed effects on immune function and detoxification.
Glyburide
Glyburide is a sulfonylurea antidiabetic agent used as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Glycerin
Glycerin (glycerol) is a trihydroxy alcohol used in various forms: as a laxative (suppositories), to reduce intraocular pressure (oral), and as a humectant/emollient (topical).
Hadlima
Hadlima (adalimumab-bwwd) is a biosimilar to Humira, an anti-TNF alpha monoclonal antibody, used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis.
Haegarda
Haegarda (C1 Esterase Inhibitor [Human] Subcutaneous) is a plasma-derived protein concentrate used for the routine prevention of hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks.
Halcion
Halcion (triazolam) is a short-acting benzodiazepine hypnotic used for the short-term treatment of insomnia.
Halobetasol
Halobetasol is a super-high potency topical corticosteroid used to treat inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of moderate to severe corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Haloperidol
Haloperidol is a first-generation antipsychotic used for the management of manifestations of psychotic disorders, control of tics and vocal utterances of Tourette's disorder, and acute agitation.
Hemgenix
Hemgenix (etranacogene dezaparvovec) is a gene therapy used to treat adults with hemophilia B (congenital Factor IX deficiency) who currently use Factor IX prophylaxis therapy, or have current or historical life-threatening hemorrhage, or have repeated serious spontaneous bleeding episodes.
Heparin
Heparin is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) used to prevent and treat various thromboembolic disorders, such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).
Hepatitis B adult vaccine
The Hepatitis B adult vaccine is an active immunizing agent used to prevent infection caused by the Hepatitis B virus in individuals aged 18 years and older.
Herceptin
Herceptin (trastuzumab) is a human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) antagonist used to treat HER2-overexpressing breast cancer and metastatic gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma.
Hibiclens
Hibiclens (chlorhexidine gluconate) is an antimicrobial skin cleanser used for pre-operative scrubbing, surgical hand scrubbing, and as a general skin cleanser to reduce the risk of infection.
Hiprex
Hiprex (methenamine hippurate) is an antibiotic/urinary tract antiseptic used for the prophylaxis or suppression of urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Histrelin
Histrelin is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist used for the treatment of central precocious puberty (CPP) and for the palliative treatment of advanced prostate cancer.
Hizentra
Hizentra (Immune Globulin Subcutaneous [Human]) is an immune globulin preparation used as replacement therapy for primary humoral immunodeficiency (PI).
Humalog
Humalog (insulin lispro) is a rapid-acting insulin analog used to improve glycemic control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.
Humira
Humira (adalimumab) is a tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF alpha) blocker used to treat various autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and Crohn's disease.
Humulin N
Humulin N (isophane insulin human) is an intermediate-acting insulin used to improve glycemic control in patients with diabetes mellitus.
Humulin R
Humulin R (regular insulin human) is a short-acting insulin used to improve glycemic control in patients with diabetes mellitus.
Hydromorphone
Hydromorphone is a semi-synthetic opioid analgesic used to manage pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate.
Hydroquinone
Hydroquinone is a topical depigmenting agent used to temporarily lighten hyperpigmented skin conditions such as melasma, freckles, and age spots.
Hydroquinone topical
Hydroquinone topical is an agent applied to the skin to reduce hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin) by inhibiting melanin production.
Hydroxychloroquine
Hydroxychloroquine is an antimalarial and disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) used to treat malaria, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and chronic discoid lupus erythematosus.
Hydroxyurea
Hydroxyurea is an antineoplastic agent used to treat chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), sickle cell anemia (to reduce the frequency of painful crises), and other myeloproliferative disorders.
Hydroxyzine
Hydroxyzine is an $ ext{H}_{1}$ antihistamine used to treat anxiety, as an antiemetic, and to manage itching associated with allergic conditions.
Hydroxyzine Pamoate
Hydroxyzine Pamoate is an oral formulation of the $ ext{H}_{1}$ antihistamine used for the symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension, and to manage pruritus due to allergic conditions.
Hyoscyamine
Hyoscyamine is an anticholinergic/antispasmodic agent used to treat functional gastrointestinal disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), peptic ulcer disease, and acute enterocolitis.
Hyosyne
Hyosyne (hyoscyamine) is an anticholinergic/antispasmodic agent used to treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, urinary bladder, and biliary tract.
Hytrin
Hytrin (terazosin) is an alpha-1 blocker used to treat hypertension and to improve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Hyzaar
Hyzaar (losartan and hydrochlorothiazide) is a combination drug containing an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) and a diuretic, used to treat hypertension.
Pantoprazole
Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat erosive esophagitis associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and conditions caused by excess stomach acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
Paracetamol
Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is an over-the-counter analgesic and antipyretic used to relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce fever.
Paragard
Paragard is an intrauterine copper contraceptive (IUC) used for long-term, reversible pregnancy prevention.
Paroxetine
Paroxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).