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Prescription Drugs Beginning With "R"
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prescription drugs currently available beginning with "R":
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This medicine is an anti-angina medicine used in combination with other medicines to treat chronic angina in certain patients. It will not treat an acute angina attack. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Rapaflo Capsules is an alpha-blocker used for treating the signs and symptoms of enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH]).
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Rapamune 2mg is an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after a kidney transplant. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RAYOS IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME LODOTRA.
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It changes how your body responds to different medical conditions to lessen symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.
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This medicine is a reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor used to treat loss of memory and thinking ability associated with Alzheimer's disease.
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This drug is used to treat mild to moderate confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RECLIPSEN IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME MARVELON.
This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: a progestin and an estrogen. These hormones prevent pregnancy in 3 ways. One way is by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation). A second way is by changing the cervical mucus, making it more difficult for an egg to meet sperm (fertilization). A third way is by changing the womb lining, making it difficult for a fertilized egg to attach to the lining of the womb (implantation). A fertilized egg (embryo/unborn baby) needs to attach to the womb to receive blood and nutrients and continue to grow. If an embryo/unborn baby does not attach, it cannot survive.
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 gastrointestinal stimulant used to treat gastroesophageal reflux and erosions/ulcers of the esophagus. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting, heartburn, prolonged fullness after meals, and loss of appetite in patients with diabetes (diabetic gastroparesis). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RELAFEN IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME RELIFEX.
This medicine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve the symptoms of arthritis. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an antiviral agent used to treat the flu (influenza A and B) in patients 7 years of age and older who have had symptoms for no more than 2 days. This medicine may also be used to prevent the flu in patients 5 years of age and older or for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Relistor treats constipation that is caused by medicines for moderate to severe pain called opioids (for example morphine, codeine). Opioids are prescribed by your doctor. Relistor is given on top of your usual laxatives.
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This medicine is a cerebral vasoconstrictor used to relieve migraine headache attacks as they occur. It will not prevent or reduce the number of attacks you experience.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND REMERON IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME AVANZA.
This medicine is a tetracyclic antidepressant used to treat depression. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Renagel 800mg is a phosphate binder used to reduce the amount of phosphorus in the blood in patients with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.
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Sevelamer is used to prevent and treat high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. Dialysis removes some phosphate from your blood, but it is difficult to remove enough to keep your phosphate levels balanced. Decreasing blood phosphate levels can help keep your bones strong, prevent unsafe buildup of minerals in your body, and possibly decrease the risk of heart disease and strokes that can result from high phosphate levels. Sevelamer works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.
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This medication is used to treat certain fertility problems in women. It provides follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) that help stimulate healthy ovaries to make eggs. This medication is usually used in combination with another hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin-hCG) to help you become pregnant by bringing about the growth and release of a mature egg (ovulation).
This medication is not recommended for women whose ovaries no longer make eggs properly (primary ovarian failure).
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND REQUIP IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME ADARTREL
This medicine is a dopamine agonist used to treat Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move ("on-off syndrome").
Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.
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This medicine is a topical immunomodulator used to treat dry eyes due to an eye condition known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca. This medicine works by increasing the amount of tears you make.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RETIN-A IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME RETINO-A
This medicine is a vitamin A derivative 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 a vitamin A derivative 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 antiviral used to manage human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV). It is also used to prevent the transmission of HIV to the fetus during pregnancy.
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This form of Sildenafil is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension) by blocking a certain enzyme (phosphodiesterase-PDE5) in the body. Sildenafil works by relaxing the blood vessels in the lungs and the rest of the body.
Decreasing blood pressure in the lungs allows the heart and lungs to work better and improves your ability to exercise.
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.
Sildenafil is also available in other strengths for treating erectile dysfunction in men. Do not substitute one form of this drug for the other.
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This medicine is a narcotic antagonist used to treat alcohol or narcotic addiction. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This drug is used in combination with other medications to help control your HIV infection, thereby improving your quality of life. It also lowers your risk of getting HIV disease complications (e.g., new infections, cancer). Atazanavir belongs to a class of drugs known as protease inhibitors. Atazanavir is not a cure for HIV infection, and it does not prevent the spread of HIV to others through sexual contact or blood contamination (e.g., sharing used needles).
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RHEUMATREX IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME METHOBLASTIN.
This medicine is an antimetabolite used control severe psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis. Methotrexate is also used to treat certain types of cancer. This medicine works by interfering with cell growth and by suppressing the immune system. Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with more aggressive therapy such as methotrexate helps to reduce further joint damage and to preserve joint function. This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor, including lupus and psoriatic arthritis.
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For customers ordering the 64mcg strength, prescriptions we receive for Rhinocort with the directions 1 spray in each nostril will have to be verified with the physician. This is because the only strength available in the U. S. is 32mcg and we also offer 64mcg. Prescriptions written for 2 sprays in each nostril which are filled with the 64mcg strength will have the directions changed to 1 spray in each nostril.
This medicine is a corticosteroid liquid nasal spray used to treat the symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis (hay fever). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medication is a rifamycin antibiotic used to prevent and treat tuberculosis and other infections.
This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RIFAMATE IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY AS RIFINAH
This product is used to treat tuberculosis (TB). It contains 2 medications: rifampin and isoniazid. Both medications are antibiotics. Rifampin is known as a rifamycin antibiotic. This product works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
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This product is used to treat tuberculosis (TB) of the lungs. It contains 3 medications: rifampin, isoniazid, and pyrazinamide. These medications are antibiotics. Rifampin is known as a rifamycin antibiotic. This product works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness
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This medicine is a benzathiazole used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also called Lou Gehrig's Disease.
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This medicine is an antipsychotic agent used to treat emotional and mood disorders. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an antipsychotic agent used to treat emotional and mood disorders. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is a muscle relaxant used to treat pain caused by muscle spasms.
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This medicine is a form of vitamin D used to treat low calcium levels in your blood. It may also be used to treat osteoporosis or other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia). It helps you fall asleep faster so you can get a full night's rest. Sleep is important for your ability to function, think clearly, and remain alert. Lack of sleep can cause problems such as depression, heart disease and accidents. Getting enough sleep allows your mind and body to repair itself and increases your energy throughout the day.
Ramelteon works like a natural substance called melatonin that is produced by your body. It helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm).
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PLEASE NOTE RYTHMOL IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME RYTMONORM.
This medicine is a Class 1C anti-arrhythmic medicine used to treat an irregular heartbeat and to help maintain a normal heart rhythm in patients without structural heart disease.
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Rythmol SR is a Class 1C anti-arrhythmic medicine used to treat an irregular heartbeat and to help maintain a normal heart rhythm in patients without structural heart disease.
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