Zonisamide is a prescription medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. These medications work by interacting with brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. By regulating abnormal electrical activity in the brain, Zonisamide helps stabilize neural functions and prevent seizures.

Benazepril is a medication that treats high blood pressure. It is part of a drug class called ACE inhibitors and blocks a substance in the body that constricts blood vessels thus allowing them to relax and for blood to flow easier.

When it comes to managing hypothyroidism, levothyroxine (synthetic T4) is the established first-line treatment, recognized for its consistent dosage and effectiveness. However, for those who seek an alternative, Armour Thyroid presents another option. Derived from dried pig thyroid glands, Armour Thyroid includes both T3 and T4 hormones.

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Bisoprolol is a beta blocker,(hyperlink) meaning it blocks certain natural substances in the body from acting on the heart, lowering heart rate and relaxing blood vessels to lower blood pressure. Bisoprolol fumarate is the full generic name for the medication. The brand name for bisoprolol is Zebeta.

Colchicine has been a first-line medication for gout, a painful condition caused by too much uric acid in the blood, for many years. In June 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved low-dose colchicine (0.5 mg) under the brand name LODOCO. This approval marked colchicine as the first anti-inflammatory medication for preventing heart attacks and strokes in people with existing heart disease or multiple risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Euthyrox comes in blister packs designed to shield it from light, oxygen, and moisture. This packaging helps maintain its potency better compared to generic Levothyroxine, which is often dispensed in bottles, making it more vulnerable to environmental factors. Studies suggest that Levothyroxine stored in bottles may lose effectiveness within 30 days.

LoDoCo (low-dose colchicine) is the first anti-inflammatory medication that can lower the risk of cardiac events. Studies indicated that LoDoCo led to a significant 31% decrease in the risk of experiencing cardiovascular events.

EUTHYROX and SYNTHROID are two brand name levothyroxine. The main differences are their packaging and cost. EUTHYROX comes in blister packaging which provide better protection from environmental factors like oxygen, light, and moisture.

Irbesartan (Avapro) is a medication used to treat high blood pressure. It can also be used to treat diabetic kidney disease by reducing the amount of protein you lose through your kidneys. Avapro is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), which is a class of drug that blocks certain natural chemicals in the body from acting on the blood vessels. This allows them to relax and for blood to flow easier.

Propranolol (brand name: Inderal) is used to treat high blood pressure. It also treats irregular heartbeats, anxiety, migraines, shaking/tremors, and chest pain caused by angina. This medication may also be given after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival.

Carbamazepine is known as an anticonvulsant or “anti-seizure” drug. It is used to prevent seizures from occurring in people who may be predisposed to these events.

Vaginal yeast infections, medically known as "vaginal candidiasis," are fairly common infections. They occur when there's an overgrowth of a yeast called Candida that normally lives in balance with other microbes on our bodies, including in the vagina, mouth, and on the skin.

Candesartan (brand name: Atacand) is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack, strokes, and other health complications that may arise with high blood pressure. Candesartan belongs to the drug class angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). This means the drug blocks certain natural chemicals in the body from acting on the blood vessels, allowing them to loosen and blood pressure to reduce.

The main difference between EUTHYROX and generic levothyroxine is the packaging of the products. EUTHYROX comes in a blister packaging, designed to protect it from light, oxygen, and moisture.

Timolol (pronunciation: tai·muh·laal) treats pressure inside the eye caused by glaucoma, ocular hypertension, hemangioma, and other eye diseases. Treating high pressure in the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Labetalol (pronunciation: luh·bay·tuh·laal)—brand names: Normodyne, Trandate—is used for treating high blood pressure. It is the drug of choice when treating high blood pressure in pregnancy. It may also be used to prevent chest pain from angina.

Lithium is a mood-stabilizing medication that helps to reduce the severity and frequency of mania. It is prescribed for treating acute manic episodes and managing bipolar disorder. It’s an effective treatment option for bipolar disorder. However, due to its narrow range of safety, side effects, and newer medications it isn’t as widely used as it once was.

Pradaxa is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots. It is also used to treat blood clots in the veins of your legs or lungs and to reduce the risk of them occurring again. Pradaxa became generic in the second quarter of 2022

Acne primarily develops in adolescents during puberty. Androgens (male sex hormones) are the primary determinant of acne along with the presence of the bacteria P. acnes, and fatty acids (sebum) present in oil (sebaceous) glands. Acne mainly appears on your face, chest, shoulders, and back. Diets with a high glycemic index or dairy can worsen acne.

Cimetidine (Tagamet) is a commonly prescribed medication in the US. It’s a type of medication called a histamine-2 receptor antagonist (H2RA) and is prescribed to treat a number of different digestive system issues. The main thing that these issues have in common is a negative response to the highly acidic contents of your stomach. While this acid is great for digesting food, it can be very damaging if it gets anywhere it shouldn’t be.