Medicine Guide
Medicines starting with A
84 medicines beginning with the letter A.
- Abiraterone AcetateAbiraterone acetate tablets are indicated in combination with prednisone for the treatment of patients with Metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) Metastatic high-r […]
- AcetaminophenAlso sold as Pain Reliever Extra StrengthUses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache the common cold backache minor pain of arthritis toothache muscular aches premenstrual and menstrual cramps tempora […]
- AcetazolamideINDICATIONS AND USAGE: For adjunctive treatment of: chronic simple (open-angle) glaucoma, secondary glaucoma, and preoperatively in acute angle-closure glaucoma where delay of surg […]
- Acetic AcidINDICATIONS AND USAGE For the treatment of superficial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antimicrobial.
- AcetylcysteineINDICATIONS AND USAGE Acetylcysteine is indicated as adjuvant therapy for patients with abnormal, viscid, or inspissated mucous secretions in such conditions as: Chronic bronchopul […]
- AcyclovirINDICATIONS AND USAGE Herpes Zoster Infections : Acyclovir is indicated for the acute treatment of herpes zoster (shingles). […]
- AdapaleneINDICATIONS AND USAGE: Adapalene cream is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris.
- AdenosineINDICATIONS & USAGE Intravenous adenosine injection is indicated for the following. Conversion to sinus rhythm of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT), including that ass […]
- Advanced Care Dry Spray Soothing Chamomile 48h Antiperspirant DeodorantAlso sold as DoveDOVE ADVANCED CARE DRY SPRAY SOOTHING CHAMOMILE 48H ANTIPERSPIRANT DEODORANT - aluminum chlorohydrate aerosol, spray Dove Advanced Care Dry Spray Soothing Chamomile 48h Antiperspir […]
- Agrostis Gigantea PollenWarnings Use only if cap seal is unbroken. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a healthcare professional before use. Keep this and all medication out of the reach of children.
- AlbendazoleAlbendazole is an anthelmintic drug indicated for: Treatment of parenchymal neurocysticercosis due to active lesions caused by larval forms of the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium . […]
- AlbuterolINDICATIONS AND USAGE Albuterol tablets, USP are indicated for the relief of bronchospasm in adults and children 6 years of age and older with reversible obstructive airway disease […]
- AlcoholAlso sold as Symmetry Foaming Hand Sanitizer-Fragrance Free with Aloe and Vitamin EUses Hand sanitizer to help reduce bacteria on the skin that could cause disease Recommended for repeated use
- Alcohol AntisepticAlso sold as HAND SANITIZER STRAWBERRY FIZZPurpose Uses Hand Sanitizer to help reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease. For use when soap and water are not available
- Alcohol Hand SanitizerAlso sold as 365 Winterberry Saffron Hand Sanitizer WipesUses ■ for hand sanitizing to decrease bacteria on the skin when water and soap are not available. ■ recommended for repeated use.
- Alendronate SodiumAlso sold as Binostois a bisphosphonate indicated for: Treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women ( 1.1 ) Treatment to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis ( 1.2 ) Limitation of use: Opt […]
- Alfuzosin HydrochlorideAlfuzosin hydrochloride extended-release tablets, USP are indicated for the treatment of signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. […]
- Alka-Seltzer GoldUses for the relief of ● heartburn ● acid indigestion ● sour stomach
- AllantoinAlso sold as Bath Bomb 2-pack (Lemon), Bath Bomb 2-pack (Lavender), Bath Bomb 2-pack (Orange)uses Temporarily protects minor cuts, burns, scrapes, chafed, chapped, or cracked skin.
- AllopurinolINDICATIONS AND USAGE THIS IS NOT AN INNOCUOUS DRUG. IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR THE TREATMENT OF ASYMPTOMATIC HYPERURICEMIA. […]
- AllylthioureaAlso sold as ThiosinaminumStop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen
- Alpha Lipoic AcidAlso sold as Strovite One CapletsINDICATIONS AND USAGE STROVITE ® ONE is indicated to provide nutritional supplementation to support optimum vitamin and mineral levels.
- AlprazolamINDICATIONS AND USAGE Anxiety Disorders Alprazolam Tablets are indicated for the management of anxiety disorder (a condition corresponding most closely to the APA Diagnostic and St […]
- Aluminum ChlorideAlso sold as Certain Dri Clinical Strength Roll OnUse extra effective at reducing underarm perspiration
- Aluminum ChlorohydrateAlso sold as Sure Complete Confidence Antiperspirant Deodorant Aerosol, UnscentedWarnings For external use only. Flammable • do not spray near flame or while smoking • contents under pressure • do not crush, puncture or incinerate • do not store at temperature […]
- Aluminum HydroxideUses relieves heartburn acid indigestion sour stomach
- Aluminum OxideAlso sold as AluminaStop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen
- Aluminum SesquichlorohydrateAlso sold as Carpe Antiperspirant Underarm Cucumber Splash ScentAsk doctor before use if you have kidney disease
- Aluminum Zirconium Octachlorohydrex GlyAlso sold as Secret Clinical Clear Clean LavenderWarnings For external use only. Do not use on broken skin Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease Stop use if rash or irritation occurs Keep out of reach of children. […]
- Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex GlyAlso sold as Exchange Select Shower Fresh DeodorantWarnings For external use only Do not use on broken skin Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease Stop use if rash or irritation occurs Keep out of reach of children If s […]
- Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrex GlyAlso sold as Old Spice SharkhammerWarnings For external use only. Do not use on broken skin Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease Stop use if rash or irritation occurs Keep out of reach of children. […]
- Aluminum Zirconium Trichlorohydrex GlyAlso sold as Papatui Antiperspirant Deodorant Sandalwood SuedePAPATUI™ 48-HOUR ANTIPERSPIRANT DEODORANT ANTITRANSPIRANT 48H 48-HOUR SWEAT & ODOR PROTECTION -> INVISIBLE LONG-LASTING FRESHNESS -> PARABEN FREE -> PHTHALATE FREE -> CRUELTY FREE […]
- Amanita Muscaria Fruiting BodyAlso sold as Agaricus muscariusStop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen
- AmantadineINDICATIONS AND USAGE Amantadine hydrochloride capsules are indicated for the prophylaxis and treatment of signs and symptoms of infection caused by various strains of influenza A […]
- AmbrisentanAmbrisentan tablets are indicated for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) (WHO Group 1) in adult patients: To improve exercise ability and delay clinical worseni […]
- Ambrosia ArtemisiifoliaAlso sold as Short RagweedINDICATIONS Studies have shown that properly performed an interpreted skin tests with ragweed pollen extract are useful in the diagnosis of allergy to ragweed pollen 7, 8, 20, 21 . […]
- Ambrosia Artemisiifolia PollenWarnings Use only if cap seal is unbroken. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a healthcare professional before use. Keep this and all medication out of the reach of children.
- Ambrosia Trifida PollenWarnings Use only if cap seal is unbroken. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a healthcare professional before use. Keep this and all medication out of the reach of children.
- Aminocaproic AcidINDICATIONS AND USAGE Aminocaproic Acid Injection is useful in enhancing hemostasis when fibrinolysis contributes to bleeding. […]
- Amiodarone HydrochlorideAlso sold as PaceronePacerone is indicated for the treatment of documented, life-threatening recurrent ventricular fibrillation and life-threatening recurrent hemodynamically unstable tachycardia in ad […]
- Amitriptyline HydrochlorideINDICATIONS AND USAGE For the relief of symptoms of depression. Endogenous depression is more likely to be alleviated than are other depressive states.
- Amlodipine BesylateAmlodipine besylate tablets are calcium channel blocker and may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive and antianginal agents for the treatment of: •Hypertensi […]
- AmmoniaAlso sold as smelling saltsFor the temporary stimulation of the senses to restore alertness.
- Ammonia N-13Ammonia N 13 Injection is indicated for diagnostic Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging of the myocardium under rest or pharmacologic stress conditions to evaluate myocardial […]
- Ammonium CarbonateAlso sold as LRNASH SMELLING SALTSUses To prevent or treat fainting,enhancealertness
- Ammonium LactateINDICATIONS AND USAGE Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is indicated for the treatment of ichthyosis vulgaris and xerosis.
- AmoxicillinAdults and Pediatric Patients Upper Respiratory Tract Infections of the Ear, Nose, and Throat: Amoxicillin tablets are indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible ( […]
- Amphetamine Aspartate MonohydrateDextroamphetamine saccharate, amphetamine aspartate monohydrate, dextroamphetamine sulfate and amphetamine sulfate extended-release capsules, a CNS stimulant, is indicated for the […]
- Amphetamine SulfateINDICATIONS AND USAGE Amphetamine sulfate tablets are indicated for: Narcolepsy Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity as an integral part of a total treatment program which […]
- AmpicillinINDICATIONS AND USAGE To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of ampicillin capsules, ampicillin for oral suspension and other antibacte […]
- AnastrozoleAnastrozole is an aromatase inhibitor indicated for: Adjuvant treatment of postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer ( 1.1 ) First-line treatment of p […]
- Anhydrous Citric AcidAlso sold as Alka-Seltzer Extra Strength Pain ReliefPain reliever Alertness aid/pain reliever aid
- AntacidAlso sold as Antacid Ultra StrengthUses relieves: heartburn acid indigestion sour stomach upset stomach associated with these symptoms
- Antibacterial Hand WipeUse Hand sanitizer to help reduce bacteria; For use when soap and water are not available.
- Antifungal Liquid SprayAlso sold as TolnaftateUses proven clinically effective in the treatment of most athlete's foot (tinea pedis) and ringworm (tinea corporis) prevents the recurrence of most athlete's foot with daily use f […]
- Antimony Potassium TartrateAlso sold as Antimonium tartaricumSTOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR If symptoms worsen or persist for more than 7 days, or if pregnant or nursing, consult a licensed practitioner.
- Antimony TrisulfideAlso sold as Antimonium crudumIndigestion With Nausea From Overeating*
- Antiperspirant Deodorant Roll-OnAlso sold as KIWI ANTIPERSPIRANT DEODORANT ROLL-ONINDICATIONS & USAGE Do not use on broken skin. Stop use if rash or irritation occurs.
- Apis Mellifera VenomAlso sold as Bee Venom Psoriasis TreatmentPurpose Supports skin health Long-lasting hydration Fast itch relief
- ApixabanApixaban is a factor Xa inhibitor indicated: to reduce the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation. […]
- Arctium Lappa RootAlso sold as Sea Jewels Lemon Balm Full Body SalvePurpose – Sea Jewels Lemon Balm Full Body Salve (0.5 oz) Skin protectant / Antimicrobial / Soothing See uploaded back label image. […]
- Arformoterol TartrateArformoterol Tartrate Inhalation Solution is a long-acting beta 2 -adrenergic agonist (beta 2 -agonist) indicated for: Long-term, twice daily (morning and evening) administration i […]
- ArgatrobanArgatroban is a direct thrombin inhibitor indicated: For prophylaxis or treatment of thrombosis in adult patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) ( 1.1 ) As an anticoag […]
- AripiprazoleAripiprazole is indicated for the treatment of: • Schizophrenia • Irritability Associated with Autistic Disorder • Treatment of Tourette’s Disorder Aripiprazole is an atypical anti […]
- ArmodafinilArmodafinil tablets are indicated to improve wakefulness in adult patients with excessive sleepiness associated with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), narcolepsy, or shift work disord […]
- Arnica Montana WholeAlso sold as VARICOSE VEIN MASSAGESuitable for individuals in a sub-optimal state of health experiencing prominent veins, aching, numbness, swelling and pain,worm like’legs,cramps in the hands and feet,and numbness […]
- Arsenic TrioxideAlso sold as Trisenoxis an arsenical indicated: In combination with tretinoin for treatment of adults with newly-diagnosed low-risk acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) whose APL is characterized by the […]
- Artemisia Cina Pre-Flowering TopNervousness, Irritability, Sleeplessness In Children*
- Ascorbic AcidAscorbic acid injection is indicated for the short term (up to 1 week) treatment of scurvy in adult and pediatric patients, age 5 months and older, for whom oral administration is […]
- Asian GinsengPurpose Scalp protectant (hair growth and loss prevention)
- AspirinAlso sold as Low Dose AspirinUses for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains or as recommended by your doctor. Because of its delayed action, this product will not provide fast relief of headaches or ot […]
- AtenololINDICATIONS AND USAGE Hypertension Atenolol tablets are indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure. […]
- AtomoxetineAtomoxetine capsule is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor indicated for the treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). […]
- Atorvastatin CalciumAtorvastatin calcium tablets are indicated: To reduce the risk of: Myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, revascularization procedures, and angina in adults with multiple risk factors […]
- AtovaquoneAtovaquone oral suspension is a quinone antimicrobial drug indicated for: Prevention of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia (PCP) in adults and adolescents aged 13 years and older who […]
- Atropa BelladonnaBelladonna and opium suppositories are indicated for the management of ureteral spasm pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are ina […]
- Atropine SulfateAtropine Sulfate Injection, USP, is indicated for temporary blockade of severe or life threatening muscarinic effects, e.g., as an antisialagogue, an antivagal agent, an antidote f […]
- Avobenzone Homosalate Octisalate OctocryleneAlso sold as CLEAR GLOW BROAD SPECTRUM SUNCREEN SPF 50USES Helps prevent sunburn. If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin ageing caused by the sun.
- Avobenzone Homosalate OctocryleneAlso sold as BANANA BOATUses helps prevent sunburn. if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.
- Avobenzone/Octisalate/OctocryleneAlso sold as Mary Kay TimeWise Daytime Defender Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30Warnings For external use only. Do not use on broken skin. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. […]
- AzacitidineAzacitidine for injection is a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with the following FAB myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) subtypes: Refract […]
- AzathioprineINDICATIONS AND USAGE Azathioprine tablets, USP are indicated as an adjunct for the prevention of rejection in renal homotransplantation. […]
- Azelastine HydrochlorideAzelastine hydrochloride nasal spray is indicated for the treatment of the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and pediatric patients 5 years and older, and for the tr […]
- AzithromycinAzithromycin is a macrolide antibacterial drug indicated for the treatment of patients with mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganis […]
Source: openFDA, U.S. Food and Drug Administration.