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Prescription Drugs Beginning With "D"
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Roflumilast is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis). It should be used along with other medications (bronchodilators such as salmeterol, ipratropium) to treat COPD. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.
This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work immediately and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath or wheezing. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.
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This medicine is a synthetic steroid used to treat endometriosis and fibrocystic breast disease. It may also be used to treat excessive menstrual bleeding or other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is a muscle relaxant used to treat muscle spasms caused by stroke, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, or multiple sclerosis. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medication is used with other medication (such as a sulfonamide) to treat a serious parasite infection (toxoplasmosis) of the body, brain, or eye or to prevent toxoplasmosis infection in people with HIV infection. Rarely, pyrimethamine is used with sulfadoxine to treat malaria. The CDC no longer recommends using pyrimethamine alone to prevent or treat malaria. Pyrimethamine belongs to a class of drugs known as antiparasitics. It works by killing parasites.
OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.
This drug may also be used with other medications (such as dapsone) for the prevention and treatment of pneumocystis pneumonia in AIDS patients.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DAYPRO IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME DURAPROX.
Oxaprozin is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.
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PLEASE NOTE DDAVP IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME MINIRIN.
This medicine is an antidiuretic hormone used to treat the symptoms of diabetes insipidus, which include increased thirst and urination. It may also be used to treat bedwetting and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE DDAVP IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME MINIRIN
Desmopressin is used to control the amount of urine your kidneys make. Normally, the amount of urine you make is controlled by a certain substance in the body called vasopressin. In people who have "water diabetes" (diabetes insipidus) or certain kinds of head injury or brain surgery, the body does not make enough vasopressin. Desmopressin is a man-made form of vasopressin and is used to replace a low level of vasopressin. This medication helps to control increased thirst and too much urination due to these conditions, and helps prevent dehydration.
Desmopressin products applied in the nose are no longer indicated to control nighttime bedwetting in children because of the increased risk of developing a serious side effect (a low level of sodium in the blood).
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DEMADEX IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME TOREM.
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen.
This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
Torsemide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DENAVIR IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME VECTAVIR.
This medicine is an antiviral used to treat cold sores in adults and children 12 years and older. This medicine may be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an anticonvulsant used to control seizures. It may also be used to treat migraine headaches, manic episodes, and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an anticonvulsant used to control seizures in adults and children 10 years of age and older. It is also used to prevent migraine headaches and to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Deseril tablets contain the active ingredient methysergide, which is a type of medicine called an ergot alkaloid. It is used in the prevention of migranes.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DESOGEN IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME MARVELON.
This medication is a combination of 2 hormones (an estrogen and a progestin) and is used to prevent pregnancy. It works mainly by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) during your menstrual cycle. It also can work by making vaginal fluid thicker to help prevent sperm from reaching an egg (fertilization) and by changing the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent attachment of a fertilized egg. If a fertilized egg does not attach to the uterus, it passes out of the body.
Besides preventing pregnancy, birth control pills have been shown to help make your periods more regular, decrease blood loss and painful periods (dysmenorrhea), and decrease your risk of ovarian cysts.
Use of this medication does not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (e.g., HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia).
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This medicine is a corticosteroid used to reduce itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DESYREL IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME MOLIPAXIN.
This medicine is a modified cyclic antidepressant used to treat depression. It may also be used for relief of an anxiety disorder (e.g., sleeplessness, tension), chronic pain or to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE DETROL IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME DETRUSITOL.
This medicine is an antimuscarinic agent used to treat overactive bladder. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE DETROL LA IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME DETRUSITOL XL.
This medicine is an antimuscarinic agent used to treat overactive bladder. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone/immune system disorders, allergic reactions, certain skin and eye conditions, breathing problems, certain bowel disorders, and certain cancers. It is also used as a test for an adrenal gland disorder (Cushing's syndrome).
This medication is a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It decreases your body's natural defensive response and reduces symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.
OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.
This drug may also be used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy.
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Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and persistent cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Dexlansoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DIABETA IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAMES SEMI-DAONIL AND DAONIL.
This is an anti-diabetic medicine (sulfonylurea-type) used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent diabetes). It works by stimulating the release of your body's natural insulin. Effectively controlling blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, blindness, and circulation problems, as well as sexual function problems (impotence).
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Diamicron 80 mg contains the active substance gliclazide, one of a
group of medicines called sulphonylureas. It is an oral hypoglycaemic
medicine (blood sugar lowering drug).
Diamicron 80 mg is used to keep blood sugar at the correct level in
adults with non-insulin dependent diabetes when it is not controlled
by diet, physical exercise and weight loss alone.
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DIAMICRON MR is a medicine that reduces blood sugar levels (oral antidiabetic medicine belonging to the
sulphonylurea group). DIAMICRON MR is used in a certain form of diabetes (type 2 diabetes mellitus) in adults, when diet, exercise and weight loss alone do not have an adequate effect on keeping blood sugar at the correct level.
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Acetazolamide 250mg is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor used to treat glaucoma or to remove excess body water. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Each calendar-pack holds 21 beige active tablets, containing 2mg cyproterone acetate and 0.035mg ethinyloestradiol and in addition, 7 larger white inactive (placebo) tablets.
This medication contains a combination of two ingredients: cyproterone and ethinyl estradiol. Cyproterone belongs to a group of medications known as antiandrogens. Ethinyl estradiol belongs to a group of medications known as estrogens. Together, they are used to treat certain types of acne in women. This medication works by regulating hormones that affect the skin.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DIBENZYLINE IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME DIBENYLINE
This medicine is an alpha blocker used to treat high blood pressure caused by pheochromocytoma. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is a bone and calcium regulator used to treat Paget's disease. It is also used in women to treat osteoporosis that occurs after menopause. This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is a retinoid-like compound used to treat acne. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DIFFERIN GEL IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME ADAFERIN GEL.
This medicine is a retinoid-like compound used to treat acne. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an azole antifungal used to treat or prevent certain fungal infections. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an anticonvulsant used to treat seizures. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist used to treat high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat congestive heart failure and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an angiotensin II antagonist and thiazide diuretic combination used to treat high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat congestive heart failure and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an anti-inflammatory medicine that works on the intestine. It is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis.
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This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong to very strong (high- to super-high-potency) corticosteroid. The strength depends on the form (cream, gel, or ointment) that you use. For details on the strength of your product, ask your pharmacist.
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This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.
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This medicine is an anticholinergic agent used to treat muscle spasms of the bladder (overactive bladder) and the symptoms associated with it. These symptoms may include the inability to control urination (incontinence), feeling that one has to urinate (urgency), as well as having to go the bathroom often (frequency). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DITROPAN XL IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME LYRINEL XL
This medicine is an antispasmodic anticholinergic agent used to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DIVIGEL IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME SANDRENA.
This medication is a female hormone (estrogen). It is absorbed through the skin and enters into the bloodstream. It is used by women to help reduce a certain symptom of menopause (hot flashes). Symptoms of menopause are caused by the body making less estrogen. If you are using estrogens to treat only vaginal symptoms of menopause (such as vaginal dryness/burning/itching), products applied directly inside the vagina should be considered before medications that are taken by mouth, absorbed through the skin, or injected.
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This medicine is a dopamine agonist used to treat high levels of prolactin in the body. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DOVONEX IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAMES DAIVONEX AND PSORCUTAN.
This medicine is a synthetic vitamin D3 analog used on the skin to treat psoriasis.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DOVONEX IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAMES DAIVONEX & PSORCUTAN.
This medicine is a synthetic vitamin D3 analog used on the skin to treat psoriasis.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DOVONEX IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAMES DAIVONEX & PSORCUTAN.
This medicine is a synthetic vitamin D3 analog used on the skin to treat psoriasis.
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This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
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PLEASE NOTE DUAC MAY BE STORED OUTSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR FOR 2 MONTHS AND MUST BE USED WITHIN THIS TIME.
This medicine is an antibiotic and drying agent combination used to treat severe acne.
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This medicine is a thiazolidinedione and sulfonylurea antidiabetic combination used to treat type 2 diabetes in certain patients. It is used along with diet and exercise.
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This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. It contains 2 medications: mometasone and formoterol. Mometasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by opening airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.
This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work immediately and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DUONEB IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME DUOLIN.
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). This product contains 2 medications: ipratropium and albuterol (also known as salbutamol). Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.
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DUOVIR N contains lamivudine, zidovudine and nevirapine. These medicines are antiviral
medicines, also known as antiretrovirals, belonging to the following two groups: nucleoside analogues
(NRTIs, lamivudine and zidovudine) and non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs,
nevirapine). These are used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection.
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This medicine is a potassium-sparing and thiazide diuretic combination used to treat high blood pressure and swelling due to excess body water. It may be also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This product is used to relieve seasonal allergy symptoms of the nose such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, sneezing, and post-nasal drip. It contains 2 drugs. Azelastine is an antihistamine that works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for allergic symptoms. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the nasal passages.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND DYNACIRC CR IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME DYNACIRC SRO.
Dynacirc Cr 5mg is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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