Fluphenazine is is a phenothiazine used for treating certain mental or mood disorders (eg, schizophrenia). It is not used to manage behavioral problems in mentally challenged patients. Important Information on Fluphenazine The antiemetic effect of this medicine may mask vomiting…
Glipizide is prescribed to treat noninsulin-dependent (Type 2) diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) along with diet, exercise, and insulin therapy, if necessary. Type 2 diabetes is far more common than Type 1, affecting between 90 percent and 95 percent of people with…
Estratest contains two hormones found naturally in the female body, estrogen and androgen. It is used for treating menopause symptoms in women who do not respond to estrogens used alone. It can also be used in women whose bodies do…
Captopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, used to treat high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, kidney problems caused by diabetes, and to improve survival after a heart attack. It may also be used for the treatment of heart failure…
Diflucan is an antibiotic used to treat infections caused by fungus, which can invade any part of the body including the mouth, throat, esophagus, lungs, bladder, genital area, and the blood. It works by altering the membrane around the fungus,…
Ortho Cept is a combination pill of estrogen and progestin. The estrogen part of the pill tricks your body into thinking it is pregnant so that it doesn’t release an egg. The progestin prevents ovulation. The pill causes changes in…
Dicyclomine is used for treating symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (abdominal pain, accompanied by diarrhea and constipation associated with stress.) It works by blocking a chemical in the smooth muscle of the stomach and intestines, causing them to relax, which…
Inspra is a mineral corticoid receptor, used for treating high blood pressure and improving survival rates in patients who have left ventricular systolic dysfunction and congestive heart failure following a heart attack. It works by blocking aldosterone which widens blood…
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent angina attacks (chest pain). It works by relaxing the blood vessels. When blood vessels are dilated, it is easier for the heart to pump. Also, more blood, which is rich in oxygen, can flow…
Hiprex is an antiseptic used to treat urinary tract infections. It works by fighting the bacteria present in the urine and bladder. Before using Hiprex inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast feeding; if you have…
