Generic name: alendronate [ a-LEN-dro-nate ]Brand names: Binosto, FosamaxDosage forms: oral solution (70 mg/75 mL), oral tablet (10 mg; 35 mg; 5 mg; 70 mg), oral tablet, effervescent (70 mg)Drug class: Bisphosphonates What is alendronate? Alendronate is used to treat osteoporosis caused by menopause, steroid
Pronunciation: a-le-sen-sahGeneric name: alectinibDosage form: oral capsulesDrug class: Multikinase inhibitors What is Alecensa? Alecensa (alectinib) is an oral kinase inhibitor that may be used to treat certain types of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in adults that have been caused by
Generic name: spironolactone [ spir-ON-oh-LAK-tone ]Other brand names of spironolactone include: Aldactone, CaroSpirDrug classes: Aldosterone receptor antagonists, Potassium-sparing diuretics What is Aldactone? Aldactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill) that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels
Pronunciation: al-BYOO-ter-allGeneric name: albuterol inhalationBrand names: ProAir HFA, ProAir RespiClick, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA, AccuNebDrug class: Adrenergic bronchodilators What is albuterol inhalation? Albuterol is a bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs. Albuterol inhalation is used
Pronunciation: a-JO-veeGeneric name: fremanezumab-vfrmDrug class: CGRP inhibitors What is Ajovy? Ajovy is an injectable prescription medicine used to prevent migraine headaches in adults. Ajovy works by blocking the activity of calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP). Ajovy may also be used for
Pronunciation: AIM-oh-vigGeneric name: erenumabDosage form: Aimovig autoinjector (70 mg/mL, 140 mg/mL), prefilled Aimovig injection (70 mg/mL, 140 mg/mL)Drug class: CGRP inhibitors What is Aimovig? Aimovig (erenumab-aooe) is a once-monthly, self-administered injection used to prevent migraines in adults. It helps prevent
Pronunciation: ah gam’ reeGeneric name: vamoroloneDosage form: oral suspension (40 mg/mL)Drug class: Glucocorticoids\ What is Agamree? Agamree (vamorolone) is a novel corticosteroid used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) to help improve motor function. Agamree works through its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects,
Pronunciation: a-fin-it-orGeneric name: everolimusOther brand names of everolimus include: Afinitor, Afinitor DisperzDrug classes: MTOR inhibitors, Selective immunosuppressants What is Afinitor? Afinitor is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their spread in the body. Afinitor is used
Generic name: ibuprofen [ EYE-bue-PROE-fen ]Other brand names of ibuprofen include: Advil, Junior Strength AdvilDrug class: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs What is Advil? Advil is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the
Generic name: fluticasone and salmeterol [ floo-TIK-a-sone, sal-ME-te-rol ]Other brand names of fluticasone and salmeterol include: Advair Diskus, Advair HFA, AirDuo RespiClickDrug class: Bronchodilator combinations What is Advair Diskus? Advair Diskus inhalation is a steroid and bronchodilator combination medicine that is used to prevent
