Diovan HCT

Diovan HCT is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. It is a single product containing 2 medications: valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is in a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances that tighten the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Hydrochlorothiazide is in a class of medications called diuretics ('water pills'). It works by causing the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the...

Kapvay

Kapvay is a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Kapvay belongs to a group of drugs called centrally acting alpha-agonist. The way it works to treat ADHD is not well understood.

This medication comes in extended-release tablet and is usually taken twice a day, with or without food. 

Do not crush, chew, or break tablet before swallowing. Swallow tablets whole. 

Common side effects of Kapvay include dry mouth, constipation, and sedation. Kapvay can also cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not...

Rotigotine

Rotigotine is a prescription medication used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and moderate-to-severe Restless Legs Syndrome. Rotigotine belongs to a group of drugs called dopamine agonists, which help control body movements by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain.

This medication comes in the form of a patch that is applied on the skin once a day.

Common side effects of rotigotine include nausea, drowsiness, and headache. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how rotigotine affects you.

Mifepristone

Mifepristone is a prescription medication used to treat high blood sugar caused by high cortisol levels in the blood in adults with Cushing's syndrome and type 2 diabetes or glucose intolerance. Mifepristone belongs to a group of drugs called cortisol receptor blockers, which block the actions of cortisol to lower blood sugar levels.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken once a day, with food.

Common side effects include nausea, fatigue, and...

Tafluprost

Tafluprost is a prescription medication used to treat open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Tafluprost belongs to a group of drugs called prostaglandin analogs, which work by helping excess fluid drain from the eye, lowering the pressure in the eye.

This medication comes in the form of eye drops. Use 1 drop of tafluprost in the affected eye(s) once daily in the evening. 
 
Common side effects of tafluprost include eye stinging and itching, dry eye, and eye pain. 

Ivacaftor

Ivacaftor is a prescription medication used to treat cystic fibrosis. Ivacaftor is for use only in patients who are at least 2 years old, with a specific gene mutation related to cystic fibrosis.

Ivacaftor belongs to a group of drugs called cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) potentiators. It works by improving the function of a protein in the body to decrease the build-up of thick mucus in the lungs and improving other symptoms of cystic fibrosis.

This medication comes in tablet form and is usually taken twice daily, about 12 hours apart, with fatty...

Miconazole

Miconazole is a prescription medication used to treat fungal yeast infections of the mouth or the throat. Miconazole belongs to a group of drugs called azole antifungals which work by killing fungi by interfering with their cell membranes.

This medication comes in buccal tablet form which is a tablet that dissolves when held between the cheek and gum. Miconazole is taken once daily and should be applied between the cheek and upper gum.

Common side effects of miconazole include diarrhea, change in taste, and headache.

Zuplenz

Ondansetron is a prescription medication used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or surgery. Ondansetron belongs to a group of drugs called serotonin 5-HT3 antagonists, which block serotonin, a natural chemical in the body, from causing nausea and vomiting.

This medication comes in several oral forms: tablets, orally disintegrating (dissolving) tablets, an oral soluble film, and solution (liquid). Ondansetron also comes in an intravenous (IV) form. 

The first oral dose of ondansetron is usually taken 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy, 1 to 2 hours...

Cabazitaxel

Cabazitaxel is a prescription medication used to treat prostate cancer in adults. Cabazitaxel belongs to a group of drugs called microtubule inhibitors, which slow and stop the growth of cancer cells.

This medication comes in an injectable form to be given directly into the vein (IV) by a healthcare provider once every 3 weeks.

Common side effects of cabazitaxel include low red blood cell count, low blood platelet count, and tiredness. Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking cabazitaxel.

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