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Acetaminophen or Paracetamol



Acetaminophen or paracetamol helps to reduce fever and to relieve a headache with mild to moderate pain.

It is also used with other pain medications to treat low back pain, osteoarthritis, cold, and toothache.

Brand Names :
Domadol Plus (37.5+325) | Revodol Plus (325+37.5) | Toroxx AP (100+500) | Diclogesic Spas (500+50+20) | Diclogesic Spas (500+50+20)
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Acyclovir



Aciclovir or acyclovir is an antiviral agent used to treat cold sores around the mouth caused by the herpes simplex virus, chickenpox, and shingles. It is also used to treat genital herpes and oral hairy leukoplakia.

Brand Names :
Herpex (200 mg) | Herpex DT (800 mg) | Herpex (Skin) (5 gm)
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Albendazole



Albendazole is an antihelminthic drug prescribed for treating a variety of parasitic worm infestations such as ascariasis, filariasis or roundworm disease, giardiasis, trichuriasis, pinworm disease, neurocysticercosis, and hydatid disease.

It is also used to treat strongyloidiasis, trichinosis, trichostrongyliasis, capillariasis, cutaneous larva migrans, and microsporidiosis including Septata intestinalis infection.

Albendazole works by killing sensitive parasites in the body.

Brand Names :
Alminth (200mg) | Alminth (400mg) | Alminth (10ml)
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Alprazolam



Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine, prescribed for anxiety and panic disorders.

Brand Names :
Alprax Z 0.5 | Trika (0.125mg) | Trika (0.25mg) | Alprax | Trika SR (0.5mg) | Trika (1mg)
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Alprazolam (0.25mg) + Melatonin (3mg)





Brand Names :
Alprax Z 0.25 mg/3 mg Tablet
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Ambroxol



Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent, prescribed for various respiratory diseases such as emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions, tracheobronchitis (respiratory tract inflammation), bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma.

Brand Names :
Ecogat A
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Amiodarone



Amiodarone is used to treat life-threatening irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias) and to maintain a normal heart rate in patients who have not responded to other medications. It is an antiarrhythmic drug.

Brand Names :
Ritebeat (200 mg) | Ritebeat (150 mg)
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Amiodarone (100mg)





Brand Names :
Ritebeat 100mg Tablet
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Amisulpride



Amisulpride is an atypical antipsychotic agent, prescribed for schizophrenia.

Brand Names :
Zulpride
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Amitriptyline



Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant, prescribed for depression. It is also prescribed for migraine and nerve pain.

Brand Names :
Amline (25mg)
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Amlodipine



Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure and chest pain. It widens blood vessels and improves blood flow by not making the heart pump harder.

Brand Names :
Amlocor (2.5mg)
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Amoxicillin



Amoxicillin is a penicillin-like , β-lactam antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible microorganisms. It prevents the bacterial growth and is used in the treatment of a number of infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infections of the ears, nose, throat, urinary tract, and skin.

Brand Names :
Tormoxin
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Ampicillin



Ampicillin is beta-lactam antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as UTI, meningitis, gonorrhea, pneumonia, bronchitis, ear, lung, skin and respiratory tract infections.

Brand Names :
Ampoxin (500 mg) | Ampoxin 500
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Ampicillin and Sulbactam



Ampicillin and Sulbactam is a penicillin antibiotic, prescribed for susceptible bacterial infections like skin infections, gynecological infections or infections of the abdomen either alone or with other medications. It blocks the bacteria's cell wall growth, which kills the bacteria. Sulbactam blocks the enzyme, which breaks down ampicillin and thereby allows ampicillin to attack and kill the bacteria.

Brand Names :
Sulbacin
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Aripiprazole



Aripiprazole is an atypical antipsychotic and antidepressant, prescribed for schizophrenia and depression. It regulates abnormal conditions like disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions in adults and children greater than 13 years.

Brand Names :
Arip MT
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Aspirin



Aspirin is an analgesic and antipyretic, prescribed for pain, heart attack and fever.
The drug decreases the substances that cause pain and inflammation.

Brand Names :
Vasoprin 150 | Vasoprin SD | Vasoprin LS | Cardiwell Plus | Modplip ASP | Deplatt -A (150 mg) | Torplatt A | Torplatt A (150 mg) | Deplatt A (75mg) 57 | Loprin (75 mg)
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Atenolol



Atenolol blocks beta-1 receptors, which are present on the heart. This prevents the action of nerve chemicals adrenaline and noradrenaline on the heart. As a result, heart beats at a slower rate and with lesser force, and thus pumps out lesser blood into blood vessels. This action of atenolol reduces blood pressure in the hypertensive patients. Since the heart treated with atenolol beat slowly and with less force, it uses lesser energy thus relieving pain in angina and also reduces the risk of heart attack.

Brand Names :
Esam AT | Calbeta | Dibeta | Betacard (25 mg) | Betacard (50 mg) | Betacard (100 mg)
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Atomoxetine



Atomoxetine is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), prescribed for Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Brand Names :
Tomoxetin (10 mg) | Tomoxetin (25 mg) | Tomoxetin (40 mg)
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Atorvastatin



Atorvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as "statin”, prescribed for hyperlipidemia.

Brand Names :
Modlip -AM | LDtor Z | Zetistat | Modlip EZ
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Azithromycin



Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic used for various bacterial infections such as infections of the middle ear, throat, bronchus, sinuses, skin and soft tissue. It is also useful in treating pneumonia, typhoid, gonorrhoea, granuloma inguinale and chancroid. It prevents bacterial growth.

Brand Names :
Macrotor (500mg) | Macrotor (250mg) | Macrotar (250mg) | Macrotar (500mg)
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Benzoyl Peroxide



Benzoyl Peroxide is a keratolytic agent with antibacterial actions, prescribed for acne.

Brand Names :
Brevoxyl
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Bisoprolol



Bisoprolol is a beta- blocker, prescribed for heart disease.

Brand Names :
Corbis (2.5mg) | Corbis (5 mg) | Corbis -H | Corbis -H Tab
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Buprenorphine



Buprenorphine is a narcotic analgesic, prescribed for moderate to severe pain.

Brand Names :
Norphin
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Calcium Carbonate



Calcium Carbonate is a dietary supplement, prescribed for calcium deficiency state which may occur in diseases such as decreased levels of parathyroid hormone (acute and chronic), postmenopausal osteoporosis, rickets and osteomalacia (softening of the bones). It is also used as an antacid.

Brand Names :
Gemitrol
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Capecitabine



Capecitabine is an antimetabolite, prescribed for breast cancer and colorectal cancer. It prevents the growth of cancer cells.

Brand Names :
Capehope
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Carbamazepine



Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant drug, prescribed for epilepsy and bipolar disorder, as well as trigeminal neuralgia.

Brand Names :
Carbatol | Carbatol | Carbatol | Carbatol
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Carvedilol



Carvedilol is an alpha- and beta-blocker, prescribed for heart failure and high blood pressure.

Brand Names :
Conpres (12.5 mg) | Conpres (6.25 mg) | Conpres
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Cefadroxil



Cefadroxil is broad-spectrum antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as urinary tract infection, skin and soft- tissue, pharynx (throat) and tonsils (tonsillitis). Cefadroxil fights against the bacteria present in the body.

Brand Names :
Droxyl Kid (250mg) | Droxyl (500mg) | Droxyl DS (30ml)
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Cefdinir



Cefdinir is a cephalosporin antibiotic, prescribed for pneumonia, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, ENT and skin infections.

Brand Names :
Adcef (125 mg) | Sefdin | Adcef
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Cefixime



Cefixime is an oral cephalosporin (third generation) antibiotic, prescribed for gonorrhea, tonsilitis and pharyngitis.

Brand Names :
Topcef
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Cetirizine



Cetirizine is an antihistamine, prescribed for allergic reactions.

Brand Names :
Zyncet (10mg) | Zyncet (60ml)
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Ciprofloxacin



Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract, skin, bones and joint infections. It is also used to treat gastrointestinal infections.

Brand Names :
Quintor - Od
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Citalopram



Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), prescribed for depression. It works by increasing the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance.

Brand Names :
C -Pram | Feliz | Feliz (20 mg) | Feliz (40 mg)
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Citicoline



Citicoline is a psychostimulant/nootropic, prescribed for Parkinson's disease, cerebrovascular disorders and head injury.

Brand Names :
Citilin 1000mg Tablet SR
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Clarithromycin



Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic, prescribed infections of the middle ear, tonsillitis, throat infections, laryngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, and skin infections. It stops the growth of sensitive bacteria.

Brand Names :
Biclar
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Clindamycin



Clindamycin is an antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections, including infections of the lungs, skin, blood, female reproductive organs and internal organs.

Brand Names :
Dalcap
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Clobazam



Clobazam is a benzodiazepine derivative, prescribed for seizure disorders.

Brand Names :
Clobatar | Clobatar (10 mg) | Clobatar (20 mg)
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Clomiphene



Clomiphene is an ovulatory stimulant, prescribed for infertility due to anovulation. It increases production of gonadotropins and causes the ovaries to release 1 or more eggs.

Brand Names :
Clophene
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Clonazepam



Clonazepam is an anticonvulsant, muscle relaxant, prescribed for Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, panic disorder and seizures.

Brand Names :
Clonotril (0.25 mg) | Zicam -DT 0.5 | Clonotril
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Clonidine



Clonidine is an alpha agonist, prescribed for high blood pressure.

Brand Names :
Arkamin | Arkamin (100mcg)
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Clopidogrel



Clopidogrel is an anti-platelet agent, that is, a drug that inhibits the ability of platelets to clump together as part of a blood clot. Clopidogrel is prescribed either alone or with other medications for prevention or treatment of stroke and heart attack (which are usually caused by blood clots) in persons who are at high risk.

Brand Names :
Deplatt Tablet | Deplatt (150 mg) | Torplatt | Deplatt -A (150 mg) | Torplatt A | Torplatt A (150 mg)
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Deflazacort



Deflazacort is a glucocorticoid, prescribed for anti-inflammatory conditions, and used as an immunosuppressant.

Brand Names :
Deflazen (6mg)
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Diacerein



Diacerein is an anti-inflammatory agent, prescribed for osteoarthritis and chronic inflammatory arthritis.

Brand Names :
Diasten GM
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Diclofenac



Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) prescribed to treat mild-to-moderate musculoskeletal pain.

It helps to relieve:



Brand Names :
Chymoral Plus | Diclogesic | Chymoral Forte
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Diethylcarbamazine



Diethylcarbamazine (DEC) is an antihelmintic drug which is prescribed to kill worms and treat the following diseases:
a)Bancroft’s filariasis
b)Tropical pulmonary eosinophilia
c)Loiasis for the treatment, as well as to prevent infection in visitors to endemic areas

• Though it is effective in river blindness (Onchocerciasis), DEC is no longer preferred since it can cause a severe reaction called Mazzoti reaction, and ivermectin is a much better choice

Brand Names :
Unicarbazan Forte (5+250)
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Diltiazem



Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure and angina pectoris (chest pain).

Brand Names :
Dilzem | Dilzem Cd | Dilzem IV Injection | Dilzem Cd
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Dipyridamole



Dipyridamole is a coronary vasodilator, prescribed for blood clot events.

Brand Names :
Cardiwell | Cardiwell (75 mg) | Cardiwell Plus
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Divalproex



Divalproex is an anticonvulsant, prescribed for bipolar disorder, epilepsy and to prevent migraine headache.

Brand Names :
Torvate | Trend XR | Torvate (500 mg) | Trend XR (500 mg) | Diproex ER (500 mg) | Trend XR (750 mg) | Torvate (1000 mg) | Valparin (200 mg)
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Dobutamine



Dobutamine is a sympathomimetic compound used in the treatment of heart failure and cardiogenic shock. It stimulates the heart muscle.

Brand Names :
Cardiforce
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Docusate



Docusate is a stool softener, prescribed for constipation.

Brand Names :
Prexan
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Domperidone



Domperidone is an antidopaminergic agent, used in treating nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal problems and Parkinson’s disease.

Brand Names :
Domstal 5 DT | Domstal MT | Domstal DT | Domstal -5 DT | Domstal -CZ | Nexpro RD 20 | Nexpro RD 40
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Donepezil



Donepezil is a cholinesterase inhibitor, prescribed for dementia of Alzheimer's disease.

Brand Names :
Dorent | Dorent (10 mg)
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Doxepin



Doxepin is an antidepressant, prescribed for depression.

Brand Names :
Doxure
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Doxofylline



Doxofylline is an antitussive, prescribed for asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Brand Names :
Doxfree (400 mg)
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Duloxetine



Duloxetine belongs to a class of drugs known as serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. It is prescribed for depression, generalized anxiety disorder and for managing chronic musculoskeletal pain caused by fibromyalgia and other conditions. It is used to treat diabetic peripheral neuropathy (damage to the nerves due to diabetes). Duloxetine acts by increasing the levels of both serotonin and norepinephrine neurotransmitters in the brain, which maintains the mental balance and stops the transmission of pain signals in the brain.

Brand Names :
Dulojoy | Symbal | Symbal -M (20 mg) | Dulojoy (30 mg) | Symbal (30 mg) | Symbal (40 mg) | Symbal -M | Symbal (60 mg) | Duxet (30 mg)
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Dydrogesterone



  • Menstrual disorders: Since the drug supports normal growth and shedding of the uterine lining, it is used for treating menstrual disorders like absent or irregular menstruation, painful menstruation, secondary amenorrhea and premenstrual symptoms.
  • Prevent miscarriage: Since the drug helps in maintaining integrity of the endometrial lining in a pregnant womb, it is used for preventing habitual and recurrent abortion.
  • Endometriosis: Dydrogesterone relieves the pain during menstruation due to endometriosis without inhibiting ovulation.
  • Infertility: The drug is used during IVF (in-vitro fertilization) cycle to achieve successful implantation.
  • In combination with hormonal replacement therapy (HRT): Dydrogesterone prevents thickening of the uterine lining in the patient taking HRT.


Brand Names :
Her NMP (200 mg)
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Edaravone



Edaravone is prescribed for treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a motor neuron disease or Lou Gehrig’s disease that causes the death of the nerve cells responsible for voluntary muscle contraction. This causes the muscles to become weak and leads to paralysis.
The exact mechanism of action of edaravone is not known. It probably works as an antioxidant, that is, it slows down the rate of nerve damage by reducing the oxidative stress.

Brand Names :
Edvo
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Enoxaparin



It is indicated alone or in combination with warfarin to prevent and treat blood clots in the leg. It is a low molecular weight heparin.

Brand Names :
Thrombiflo | Thrombiflo (40 mg) | Thrombiflo (60 mg)
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Eplerenone



Eplerenone is a mineral corticoid receptor antagonist, prescribed for high blood pressure and heart attack. It blocks the action of aldosterone, which aids in the regulation of blood pressure.

Brand Names :
Epleran
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Escitalopram



Escitalopram is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class, prescribed for major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, or panic disorder(significant behavioral change). It increases the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance.

Brand Names :
C -Pram Plus | Feliz -S Plus | Jolivel (5 mg) | Jolivel (20 mg)
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Esomeprazole



Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), prescribed for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). With amoxicillin and clarithromycin it is used for treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection and duodenal ulcer. It is also used to aid in reduction in occurrence of gastric ulcers associated with continuous NSAID therapy, and in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It blocks the production of stomach acid.

Brand Names :
Nexpro RD 40 Capsule SR | Nexpro RD 20
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Estriol





Brand Names :
Evalon Cream
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Etodolac



Etodolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent(NSAIA), prescribed for inflammation of joints (rheumatoid arthritis), degenerative joint disease (osteoarthritis), or mild to moderate pain. It prevents the production of certain chemicals that cause pain and inflammation in the body.

Brand Names :
Toldin ER (600 mg)
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Etoricoxib



Etoricoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gouty arthritis.

Brand Names :
Eldoflam | Etoxib (90 mg) | Torcoxia | Torcoxia (120 mg) | Torcoxia (90 mg) | Etoxib-MR (60mg/4mg)
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Fenofibric Acid



Fenofibric Acid is used to reduce the cholesterol in patients with obesity problem. It is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). It slows the production of cholesterol in the body.

Brand Names :
Thrombiflo (20 mg) | Thrombiflo (40 mg) | Thrombiflo (60 mg)
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Feracrylum



Feracrylum is used as a hemostatic (to stop bleeding) and an anti-septic for the management of post-operative wounds, cuts, burns and abrasions. It is used during surgeries from incision to healing, typically as an adjunct to conventional hemostatic in capillary and vein oozing in several surgeries and in dental extractions and oral surgeries. Feracrylum is a polyacrylic polymer, is non allergic, soluble in water, and cannot be absorbed in the system.

Feracrylum has a three way action in wound care

It has antimicrobial activity against gram positive and gram negative bacteria and fungi and thus decreases the risk of wound infection.
Its hemostatic action fastens the process of clot formation and stops the bleeding by forming a biodegradable complex with albumin.
Its hygroscopic action promotes faster healing, helps in removing the dressing easiliy and promotes growth of granulation tissue.

Brand Names :
Uniheal (15gm) | Uniheal (100ml)
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Flavoxate



Flavoxate is an anticholinergic, prescribed for painful, frequent, or night time urination and urgency. It relaxes the muscles in urinary tract and urinary bladder.

Brand Names :
Flavospas (200 mg)
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Fluconazole



Fluconazole is an antifungal agent, prescribed for vaginal candidiasis, pneumonia, meningitis and fungal infections of the mouth, throat, liver, kidneys, heart, urinary tract and abdomen.

Brand Names :
Syscan CT | Syscan (50 mg)
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Flunarizine



Flunarizine is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for migraine occlusive peripheral vascular disease, vertigo of central and peripheral origin and as an adjuvant in the therapy of epilepsy.

Brand Names :
Nomigrain (5 mg) | Nomigrain (10 mg)
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Flurazepam



Flurazepam is a benzodiazepine, prescribed for sleep disorder.

Brand Names :
Nindral (10 mg) | Nindral (5 mg)
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Fluvoxamine



Fluvoxamine is an antidepressant, prescribed for psychiatric disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, social phobia and depression. It inhibits the uptake of serotonin (a neurotransmitter) by nerve cells.

Brand Names :
Fluvator (50 mg)
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Gabapentin



Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant, prescribed for postherpetic neuralgia, and epilepsy.

Brand Names :
Gabator | Gabator (300 mg) | Gabator (400 mg) | Gabator -M
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Gatifloxacin



Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as conjunctivitis, sinusitis, skin and skin structure infections, cystitis. It kills the bacteria that cause infection.

Brand Names :
Ecogat A | Ecogat (200 mg) | Ecogat (400 mg)
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Gefitinib



Gefitinib is a chemotherapy agent, prescribed for non-small cell lung cancer.

Brand Names :
Geftifos
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Gemcitabine



Gemcitabine is a nucleoside analog used in chemotherapy for treating certain types of cancer (like lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer). The medication inhibits the progress of cancer cell growth in the body.

Brand Names :
Gemitrate (200 mg) | Gemitrate (1000 mg) | Gemitrate (1400 mg)
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Gliclazide



Gliclazide is an oral hypoglycemic (anti-diabetic drug), prescribed for type 2 diabetes.

Brand Names :
Azukon MR (30 mg) | Azukon (80 mg)
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Glimepiride



Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea antidiabetic agent, prescribed for type 2 diabetes.

Brand Names :
Azulix (2 mg) | Enselin 2G | Azulix 2 MF Tablet PR
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Haloperidol



Haloperidol is a tranquilizer, prescribed for schizophrenia.

Brand Names :
Hexidol | Hexidol Plus | Hexidol Kit 1.5 | Hexidol Kit 5
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Hydrochlorothiazide



Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic, prescribed for high blood pressure (hypertension) and edema.

Brand Names :
Listril Plus | Telday -H | Valzaar H | Valzaar H 160 | Nebicard -H | Ecator -H | Topril H | Dibeta
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Hydroxy Progesterone



Hydroxy Progesterone is a synthetic hormone, prescribed for miscarriage, uterine bleeding, and endometrial cancer.

Brand Names :
Uniprogestin Depot (500 mg)
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Hydroxychloroquine



Hydroxychloroquine is an antimalarial agent, prescribed for malaria, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus erythematous.

Brand Names :
HQTOR
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Indapamide



Indapamide is an oral antihypertensive/diuretic, prescribed for hypertension and edema.

Brand Names :
Eviper -D
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Insulin



Insulin is a hormone produced in the pancreas, prescribed for type 1 diabetes. It is also used for type 2 diabetes.

Brand Names :
Human Actrapid 40iu
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Isopropamide



Isopropamide is used for the treatment of peptic ulcer.
It is also used for the treatment of other gastrointestinal disorders like nervous dyspepsia and irritable bowel syndrome along with trifluoperazine.

Brand Names :
Gastabid (5+1) | Gastabid (5+2)
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Isosorbide



Isosorbide is a nitrate, prescribed for angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease.

Brand Names :
Vasoprin SD | Vasoprin LS | Vasoprin 150
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Ivabradine



Ivabradine is a cardiotonic agent, prescribed for angina pectoris.

Brand Names :
Ivazine (5mg) | Ivanode (5mg) | Ivanode (7.5mg)
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Ketoconazole



Ketoconazole is an anti-fungal agent, prescribed for jock itch, athlete's foot and other infections.

Brand Names :
Funginoc | Danruf | Funginoc | Fungicide | Fungicide Lotion
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Ketoprofen



Ketoprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID), prescribed for mild to moderate pain, fever and inflammation.

Brand Names :
Ostofen
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Lacosamide



Lacosamide is an anticonvulsant, prescribed for partial-onset of seizures.

Brand Names :
Lacosam (100mg)
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Lactic acid



Lactic acid is a chemical compound, prescribed for dry skin (Xerosis). The cream works by increasing the water content in the skin making the skin softer.

Brand Names :
Vizylac (Capsule)
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Lamotrigine



Lamotrigine is an anticonvulsant agent, prescribed for epilepsy and bipolar disorder either alone or combined with other medications. In epilepsy it is used for partial seizures, primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures, and generalized seizures of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. It stabilizes electrical activity in the brain.

Brand Names :
Lamitor DT | Lamitor -DT (5 mg) | Lamitor -DT (50 mg) | Lamitor -OD | Lamitor -DT (100 mg) | Lamitor -OD (100 mg) | Lamitor -OD (200 mg)
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Levetiracetam



Levetiracetam is an anticonvulsant, prescribed for partial seizures. It works by reducing the activity in the brain. It can be used alone or with other antiepileptic medications.

Brand Names :
Torleva (1000mg) | Torleva (500mg) | Torleva (750 mg)
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Levocarnitine



Levocarnitine is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of carnitine deficiency in:
• Primary carnitine deficiency, where the cause of the deficiency is not known
• Secondary carnitine deficiency, due to inborn errors of metabolism like medium chain fatty acylCoA dehydrogenase deficiency.

Other patients who may also suffer from carnitine deficiency and may benefit from levocarnitine treatment include:
• Patients on dialysis with kidney disease. The oral form should not be used in these patients.
• Individuals who take certain medicines such as zidovudine and valproic acid.

Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring substance that plays a role in the breakdown of long-chain fatty acids. This process provides energy to the body and also helps to get rid of the excess fats which could be harmful.

Brand Names :
Carnisure-500mg
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Levosulpiride



Levosulpiride is an antipsychotic and prokinetic agent, prescribed for dyspepsia, gastro-esophageal reflux disease, and irritable bowel syndrome.

Brand Names :
Levazeo (25mg) | Levazeo (50mg) | Levazeo SR (75mg) | Levazeo (100mg)
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Lidocaine



Lidocaine is a local anesthetic, indicated for local or regional anesthesia.

Brand Names :
Asthesia (30 gm)
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Linezolid



Linezolid is an oxazolidinone antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections like pneumonia, complicated skin and soft tissue infections, and certain blood infections. Linezolid works by interfering with the synthesis of proteins and stops the growth of bacteria. It is effective only against bacteria referred to as gram-positive bacteria. Its use should be restricted to severe and multi-resistant infections and it should not be used indiscriminately to prevent the development of resistance.

Brand Names :
Linox | Linox (200mg) | Linox (300 ml)
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Lisinopril



Lisinopril is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, prescribed for high blood pressure.

Brand Names :
Listril | Listril Plus | Listril SM
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Loperamide



Loperamide is an antidiarrheal agent, prescribed for diarrhea.

Brand Names :
Lopamide
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Losartan



Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB), prescribed for high blood pressure. It is also used for prevention of stroke, and diabetic nephropathy.

Brand Names :
Losar | Losar Beta | Losar A | Esam -LT | Losar H | Loram (2.5mg) | Losar (50mg) | Losar (100mg) | Losar (25mg) | Losar (50mg)
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Mecobalamin



MeCbl is now prescribed for the treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency and is slowly replacing the traditional B12 formulations like cyanocobalamin and hydroxocobalamin.

MeCbl is essential for the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system and the formation of blood.

It is used to treat anemia, Alzheimer’s disease, peripheral neuropathy, diabetic neuropathy, rheumatoid arthritis, and probably amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Brand Names :
Cabosoft (500mcg) | Unicobal (0.5mg)
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Medroxyprogesterone



Medroxyprogesterone is a progestin hormone, prescribed for menstrual problems, breast cancer and prevention of pregnancy.

Brand Names :
Deviry (100 mg)
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Melitracen



Melitracen is prescribed to treat depression and anxiety.

It is also available as a combination drug along with flupentixol which is indicated for different types of depression (psychogenic, masked, menopausal, in alcoholics), depressive neuroses, psychosomatic affections accompanied by anxiety and apathy, and dysphoria in alcoholics. It is also given as a maintenance dose in psychogenic depressions and other psychoses.

Melitracen comes under the category of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) which act by decreasing re-uptake of neurotransmitters like norepinephrine and serotonin at the nerve synapse. This causes a high concentration of the neurotransmitters in the next neuron causing an antidepressant effect. Melitracen acts similarly as other TCAs regarding efficacy against depression and anxiety. It has an added advantage of improved tolerability and a slightly faster onset of action.

Brand Names :
Duhap (0.5+10)
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Meloxicam



Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for pain, swelling, and stiffness caused by breakdown of joints. It is also used in children 2 years of age and older for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (a type of arthritis that affects children). It prevents the production of certain chemicals that cause pain and inflammation in the body.

Brand Names :
M-Cam | Artaz (7.5mg) | M -Cam (7.5mg) | Artaz (15 mg)
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Memantine



Memantine is an N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA)-receptor antagonist, recommended for Alzheimer's disease. It reduces abnormal activity in the brain, improve the thinking ability and help perform daily activities more easily.

Brand Names :
Mentadem (10 mg) | Mentadem
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Metformin



Metformin is an oral antidiabetic agent, prescribed for type 2 diabetes. It helps control blood sugar levels.

Brand Names :
Enselin MF
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Mianserin



Mianserin is tetracyclic antidepressant (TeCA), prescribed for depression.

Brand Names :
Tetradep (10mg)
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Miglitol



Miglitol is an oral anti-diabetic drug (alpha-glucosidase inhibitor), prescribed for type 2 diabetes either alone or with other medications.

Brand Names :
Glock
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Minoxidil





Brand Names :
Adhair
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Mosapride



Mosapride is a gastroprokinetic agent, prescribed for acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome and indigestion.

Brand Names :
Mosid MT | Mosid MT (5 mg) | Veloz -M
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Nebivolol



Nebivolol is a beta-blocker, prescribed for hypertension either alone or combined with other medications. It is also used for some cases of heart failure. It decreases the amount of blood pumped out from heart. This helps to decrease blood pressure and reduces the workload on the heart.

Brand Names :
Nebicard (2.5 mg) | Nebicard (5 mg) | Nebicard V | Nebicard SM | Nebicard -H
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Nicorandil



Nicorandil is a vasodilator, prescribed for angina pectoris (chest pain).

Brand Names :
Nikoran (10 mg) | Nikoran | Nikoran OD (20 mg) | Nikoran IV 48 Injection
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Nicotine



Nicotine is a stimulant and detoxifying agent, prescribed for smoking cessation.

Brand Names :
Neasyn Sr
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Nifedipine



Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for angina (chest pain), high blood pressure and abnormal heart rhythms.

Brand Names :
Calbloc | Calcigard | Calbloc | Calcigard | Calcigard | Calbeta
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Norethindrone



Norethindrone is synthetic oral progestin, used for the treatment of secondary amenorrhea (absence of periods for a few months but patient is not pregnant), endometriosis (the tissue that lines the inner wall of the uterus is found at other sites), and abnormal uterine bleeding due to hormonal imbalance. It induces secretory changes in the endometrium.

Brand Names :
Regestrone
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Ofloxacin



Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, skin and skin structure infections, and others.

Brand Names :
Evaflox
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Olanzapine



Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic, prescribed for schizophrenia.

Brand Names :
Zypine
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Oxaceprol



Oxaceprol is an anti-inflammatory agent used for the treatment of osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disorders and inflammation of connective tissues.

The function of oxaceprol is to reduce the accumulation of leukocytes in joints and hence inhibit inflammation.

Brand Names :
Trueceprol OD | Trueceprol
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Oxaliplatin



Oxaliplatin is an antineoplastic agent, prescribed for colorectal cancer either alone or with other medications.

Brand Names :
Oxaltor (100mg) | Oxaltor (50mg)
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Oxcarbazepine



Oxcarbazepine is an anticonvulsant, prescribed for partial seizure disorders in epileptic children and adults, either alone or with other medication. It reduces anxiety and mood disorders. It also controls benign motor tics (sudden movements in body lasting for a short period of time). It slows down the abnormal nerve impulses in the brain.

Brand Names :
Oleptal DT | Oleptal DT (300 mg) | Oleptal
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Paroxetine



Paroxetine is an SSRI antidepressant, prescribed for major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder.

Brand Names :
Paradise -XR | Paradise -XR (25 mg) | Paradise -XR (37.5 mg)
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Pefloxacin



Pefloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, prescribed for the treatment of uncomplicated gonococcal urethritis in males and for gram-negative bacterial infections in gastrointestinal system and genitourinary tract.

Brand Names :
Pefcin (100 ml)
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Pioglitazone



Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione antidiabetic, prescribed for type 2 diabetes in certain patients. It is used along with diet and exercise. It may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines. It lowers blood sugar by reducing insulin resistance.

Brand Names :
G - Tase
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Piperacillin/Tazobactam



Piperacillin/Tazobactam is an antibacterial agent, prescribed for various infections such as Nosocomial pneumonia. It blocks the bacteria's cell wall growth, which kills the bacteria. Tazobactam inhibits the action of bacterial beta-lactamases. It is added to the extended spectrum beta-lactam antibiotic piperacillin. It broadens the spectrum of piperacillin by making it effective against organisms that express beta-lactamase and would normally degrade piperacillin.

Brand Names :
Torbac | Torbac (4 gm)
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Piracetam



Piracetam is used to treat cortical myoclonus, a movement disorder that causes short and uncontrollable twitching or jerky movements of arms and legs.
Piracetam is often prescribed to improve cognition and memory and slow brain aging. It has been used to improve the neurological conditions of Alzheimer’s disease, Down’s syndrome, dementia and dyslexia (learning disorder).


Brand Names :
Strolin P (500+800)
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Pregabalin



Pregabalin is an anticonvulsant used as an additional treatment of partial seizures. It is also effective against nerve-related pain as it decreases the number of pain signals sent out by the damaged nerves in the body. It is used in the management of postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain caused by the chicken pox virus), painful peripheral neuropathy due to diabetes, nerve-related pain due to spinal cord injury and fibromyalgia (a condition where the patient has muscle and connective tissue pain). It is also used in the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder.

Brand Names :
Pregeb (100 mg) | Pregalin Caps | Pregab (150 mg) | Pregeb | Pregab ((75 mg) | Pregaba M | Pregaba (50mg)
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Pyrimethamine- Sulfadoxine



Pyrimethamine- Sulfadoxine is an antimalarial agent, prescribed for treatment of falciparum malaria, resistant to chloroquine. It blocks the formation of folinic acid within the malaria organism, which kills the parasite.

Brand Names :
Melocide
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Quetiapine



Quetiapine is an atypical antipsychotic, prescribed for treating schizophrenia i.e. a disorder with includes symptoms like hearing, seeing or sensing things that are not real, mistaken beliefs and thoughts, and problems dealing with other people. It is also used to control the excited moods and depressed moods of bipolar disorder. It works by changing the activity of certain natural substances in the brain.

Brand Names :
Q -Mind
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Rabeprazole



Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor, prescribed for duodenal ulcer, gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison (gastric acid hyper secretion) syndrome. It works by decreasing the amount of acid made in the stomach.

Brand Names :
Acistal D | Veloz D SR | Veloz -M | Acistal (20mg)
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Racecadotril



Racecadotril is an oral enkephalinase inhibitor, prescribed for diarrhea.

Brand Names :
Zedott (10 mg) | Zedott (30 mg)
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Ramipril



Ramipril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in patients at risk for these problems and to improve survival in patients with heart failure after a heart attack.

Brand Names :
Topril | Topril | Topril | Ecator -H | Topril H | Telday R | Telday -R 5 | Esam R
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Ranitidine



Ranitidine is an antacid, antireflux agent and antiulcerant, prescribed for peptic ulcer.

Brand Names :
Ranitin | Ranitin | Ranitin
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Repaglinide



Repaglinide is a meglitinide antidiabetic, prescribed for type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes.

Brand Names :
Eurepa | Eurepa (1 mg) | Eurepa (2 mg)
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Risperidone



Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic, prescribed for Asperger's syndrome (difficulties in social interaction), schizophrenia (disturbed or unusual thinking), schizoaffective disorder(elevated or depressed mood), the mixed and manic states associated with bipolar disorder, and irritability in children with autism(impaired social interaction).

Brand Names :
Respidon (2 mg)
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Rosuvastatin



Rosuvastatin is used to reduce the cholesterol in patients with obesity problem. It is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). It slows the production of cholesterol in the body.

Brand Names :
Rozucor (10 mg) | Rozucor | Rostar (5mg) | Rostar (20mg) | Rostar -F (10mg/160mg)
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Roxithromycin



Roxithromycin is a semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic, prescribed for respiratory tract, urinary and soft tissue infections.

Brand Names :
Roximol Kid
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Secnidazole



Secnidazole is an antiamoebic agent, prescribed for giardiasis and amoebiasis.

Brand Names :
Secnitor | Secnitor (1 gm)
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Selegiline



Selegiline is a selective and irreversible monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), prescribed for Parkinson’s disease either alone or with levodopa as an adjuvant. It prevents the breakdown of dopamine in the brain, thus improving the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

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Jumax
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Sertraline



Sertraline is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class, prescribed for major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder. It increases the amounts of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance.

Brand Names :
Serenata (100 mg) | Serta (100 mg) | Serta
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Sildenafil



Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor, prescribed for erectile dysfunction (impotence). Erectile dysfunction is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection long enough to perform sexual intercourse. It relaxes the blood vessels in the penis, allowing more blood to enter to achieve an erection. It can also be used in pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Brand Names :
Erix (100 mg)
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Tacrolimus



Tacrolimus is an immunosuppressant, prescribed for preventing organ rejection during transplantation. It decreases the activity of immune system to prevent an organ from rejection.

Brand Names :
Olmis Cap | Olmis | Olmis Forte
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Telmisartan



Telmisartan is angiotensin receptor blocker (ARBs), prescribed for hypertension.

Brand Names :
Telsar (20mg) | Telday | Telday (40 mg) | Telday (80 mg) | Telday -H | Telday R | Telday -R 5 | Telsar Beta 25 Tablet ER | Telsar Beta (40mg/50mg)
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Terazosin



Terazosin is an alpha-blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Brand Names :
Teralfa | Teralfa (2 mg)
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Terbinafine



Terbinafine is an antifungal agent, prescribed for jock itch, athlete's foot and other types of ringworm infections.

Brand Names :
Tebif | Tebif Gel
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Thyroxine



Thyroxine is a thyroid hormone, prescribed for hypothyroidism, and thyroid cancer.

Brand Names :
Thyrobuild (25 mcg)
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Tinidazole



Tinidazole is an anti-parasitic, prescribed for trichomoniasis, giardiasis, bacterial vaginosis, and amebiasis.

Brand Names :
Candizole T
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Tizanidine



Tizanidine is a centrally acting muscle relaxant. It is used to treat the spasticity especially due to neurological disorders, and in painful muscle spasms of spinal origin.

Brand Names :
Zulu
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Tramadol



Tramadol is an opioid analgesic, prescribed for moderate to severe pain in adults.

Brand Names :
Domadol
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Trifluoperazine



Trifluoperazine is a tranquilizer, prescribed for schizophrenia (emotional and mental conditions).

Brand Names :
Trinicalm | Gastabid | Gastabid -2 | Trinicalm Plus | Trinicalm Forte
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Valproic acid



Valproic Acid is an anticonvulsant, prescribed for epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and rarely for depression.

Brand Names :
Torvate (300mg) | Torvate (500mg) | Torvate (750mg) | Torvate (1000mg)
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Valsartan



Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker, prescribed for hypertension, congestive heart failure and myocardial infarction (heart attack).

Brand Names :
Valzaar -160 | Valzaar (40 mg) | Valzaar (160 mg) | Valzaar (80mg)
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Venlafaxine



Venlafaxine is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI), prescribed for depression, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder.

Brand Names :
Venlift OD 150 Capsule PR | Ven -OD (75 mg)
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Verapamil



Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure, chest pain, abnormal heart rhythm, and headache.

Brand Names :
Vasopten | Vasopten (80 mg) | Vasopten (120 mg)
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Voglibose



Voglibose is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor, prescribed for diabetes mellitus.

Brand Names :
Posmeal MD (0.3mg) | Voglitor MD (0.3mg) | Posmeal-Met (0.3mg/500mg)
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Zaleplon



Zaleplon is a sedative/hypnotic, prescribed for insomnia.

Brand Names :
Zaplon (10 mg)
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Ziprasidone



Ziprasidone is an antipsychotic agent, prescribed for schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). It regulates certain chemical activities in brain, which is responsible for thinking and behavior.

Brand Names :
Azona | Azona (40 mg) | Azona (80 mg)
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Zolpidem



Zolpidem is a sedative-hypnotic, prescribed for insomnia (sleeplessness).

Brand Names :
Ambiz
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Zonisamide



Zonisamide is a sulfonamide anticonvulsant, prescribed for partial seizures.

Brand Names :
Zonit (25 mg) | Zonit (50 mg) | Zonit (100 mg)
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Zopiclone



Zopiclone is a hypnotic and sedative, prescribed for insomnia.

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Zonap
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