Drugs & Medications A to Z

Generic name: Psyllium Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Metamucil Berry Burst Smooth Texture? Psyllium is a bulk-forming fiber laxative that is used to treat occasional constipation or bowel irregularity. Psyllium may also help lower cholesterol when used together with a diet low in cholesterol and saturated fat. Psyllium may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not take psyllium if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had: stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting; trouble swallowing; or a sudden change in bowel habits lasting longer than 2 weeks. This medicine may c...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Methyl Aminolevulinate? Methyl aminolevulinate makes your skin more sensitive to light. It works by causing a reaction with light that can destroy certain types of diseased skin cells. Methyl aminolevulinate topical (for the skin) is used in combination with red light therapy to treat a skin condition called actinic keratosis of the face and scalp. Methyl aminolevulinate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to methyl aminolevulinate, or if you have: an allergy to peanuts or almonds; an allergy to porphyrins; or if your skin is especially sensitive to light. To make ...

Generic name: Ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone (birth control) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Microgestin FE 1/20? Ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone is a combination birth control pill containing female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). This medication also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus. Ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. This medicine is also used to treat moderate acne in women who are at least 15 years old and have started having menstrual periods, and who wish to use birth control pills. There are many available brands of ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Ethi...

Generic name: urea topical [ yoo-ree-a-top-ik-al ] Drug class: Topical emollients Availability: Rx and/or otc Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available Brand names: Atrac-tain , Carb-o-philic/10 , Carmol , Dermasorb xm , Epimide 50 What is Utopic? There are many brands and forms of urea topical available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Utopic (for the skin) is used to soften rough or dry skin caused by skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, keratosis, and others. This medicine is also used to soften damaged fingernails or toenails so they can be removed without surgery. Utopic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings ...

Generic name: Covid-19 (coronavirus 2019) vaccine, moderna Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Moderna Covid-19 Vaccine? COVID-19 is a serious disease caused by a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2). COVID-19 is spread from person to person through the air. COVID-19 can affect your lungs or other organs. Symptoms may be mild or serious and include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, tiredness, body aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, runny or stuffy nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. The COVID-19 vaccine is used to help prevent severe disease and death from COVID-19 caused by SARS-CoV-2. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has fully approved the Moderna vaccine for active immunization to prevent COVID-19 in people 18 years of age and older. COVID-19 vacci...

Generic name: Miconazole vaginal Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Monistat 5? Miconazole is an antifungal medication. It prevents fungus from growing. Miconazole vaginal is used to treat vaginal candida (yeast) infections. Miconazole vaginal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings If this is the first time that you have ever had symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection, consult your doctor before using this medication. You should not use miconazole vaginal if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it. To make sure miconazole vaginal is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: a fever, abdominal pain, foul-smelling discharge, diabetes, or HIV or AIDS....

Generic name: Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Morning After? Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive is used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or failure of other forms of birth control (such as condom breakage, or missing 2 or more birth control pills). Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive is not intended for use as a routine form of birth control. Talk with your doctor about the many forms of birth control available. Do not use this medicine if you are already pregnant. Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive will not termina...

Generic name: brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine [ brome-fen-ir-a-meen, dex-troe-meth-or-fan, fen-il-eff-rin ] Drug class: Upper respiratory combinations Availability: Rx and/or otc Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available Brand names: Bromatan-dm , Cold & cough childrens , Dimaphen dm , Dimetapp cold & cough , Dimetapp dm cold & cough What is Dimetapp cold and cough childrens? Brompheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vess...

Generic name: Dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and phenylephrine Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mucinex Children's Congestion And Cough Very Berry? Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that affects signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that loosens congestion in your chest and throat. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and phenylephrine is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, and chest congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. This medicine will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. There are many brands and forms of this medicine available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and phenylephrine may al...

Generic name: Acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and phenylephrine Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mucinex Freefrom Cold & Flu Daytime? Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and phenylephrine is a combination medicine used to treat headache, fever, body aches, cough, chest congestion, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. This medi...