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B. Pharm

S. Hemamalini

Hemamalini has completed Bachelor of Pharmacy from Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R Medical university. Her area of interests are Pharmacovigilance, medical writing, clinical research. She is currently working on the drug section.

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Ketoconazole

Ketoconazole(Nizoral) generic is an anti-fungal agent, prescribed for jock itch, athlete's foot and other infections. It interferes with the formation of the fungal cell membrane and kills fungi.

Meprobamate

Meprobamate(Equagesic) generic is a tranquilizer, prescribed for anxiety and tenseness. It works by affecting certain areas of the brain.

Nicotine

Nicotine(Nicotrol) generic is a stimulant and detoxifying agent, prescribed for smoking cessation.

Labetalol

Labetalol(Normodyne) generic is a beta-blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure, including high blood pressure during pregnancy. It blocks both alpha and beta receptors in the body, which lowers blood pressure.

Phenytoin

Phenytoin(Dilantin) generic is an anticonvulsant, prescribed for certain types of seizures (eg, status epilepticus). It decreases abnormal electrical activity in the brain.