Medicine Guide
Medicines starting with L
46 medicines beginning with the letter L.
- Labetalol HydrochlorideINDICATIONS AND USAGE Labetalol hydrochloride tablets, USP are indicated in the management of hypertension. Labetalol hydrochloride tablets, USP may be used alone or in combination […]
- LacosamideLacosamide injection is indicated for: Treatment of partial-onset seizures in patients 4 years of age and older (1.1) Adjunctive therapy in the treatment of primary generalized ton […]
- LactuloseAlso sold as EnuloseINDICATIONS AND USAGE For the prevention and treatment of portal-systemic encephalopathy, including the stages of hepatic pre-coma and coma. […]
- LamivudineLamivudine is nucleoside analogue indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection. […]
- LamotrigineLamotrigine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for: Epilepsy—adjunctive therapy in patients aged 2 years and older : partial-onset seizures. […]
- LanolinAlso sold as Dr Sosnowskis Chafing Hero Severe Chafing BalmUses: Temporarily protects and helps relieve chafed, chapped or cracked skin Temporarily protects minor: cuts, scrapes and burns.
- LansoprazoleLansoprazole delayed-release capsules are a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) indicated for the: Treatment of active duodenal ulcer in adults ( 1.1 ) Eradication of H. […]
- LatanoprostAlso sold as XELPROS(latanoprost ophthalmic emulsion) 0.005% is indicated for the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. […]
- LeadAlso sold as Plumbum metallicumStop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen
- LeflunomideLeflunomide Tablets, USP are indicated for the treatment of adults with active rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Leflunomide tablets are a pyrimidine synthesis inhibitor indicated for the […]
- LenalidomideLenalidomide is a thalidomide analogue indicated for the treatment of adult patients with: Multiple myeloma (MM), in combination with dexamethasone ( 1.1 ). […]
- LetrozoleLetrozole tablet is an aromatase inhibitor indicated for: Adjuvant treatment of postmenopausal women with hormone receptor positive early breast cancer ( 1.1 ) Extended adjuvant tr […]
- Leucovorin CalciumINDICATIONS AND USAGE Leucovorin calcium rescue is indicated after high dose methotrexate therapy in osteosarcoma. […]
- Leuprolide AcetateINDICATIONS AND USAGE Leuprolide acetate injection is indicated in the palliative treatment of advanced prostatic cancer.
- LevetiracetamLevetiracetam is indicated for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in patients 1 month of age and older ( 1.1 ) Levetiracetam is indicated for adjunctive therapy for the treatm […]
- LevocarnitineINDICATIONS AND USAGE Levocarnitine oral solution is indicated in the treatment of primary systemic carnitine deficiency. […]
- Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideLevocetirizine dihydrochloride is a histamine H 1 -receptor antagonist indicated for: The treatment of the uncomplicated skin manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria ( 1.2 ) […]
- LevodopaAlso sold as Inbrijais indicated for the intermittent treatment of OFF episodes in patients with Parkinson's disease treated with carbidopa/levodopa. […]
- LevofloxacinLevofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial indicated in adults (18 years of age and older) with infections caused by designated, susceptible bacteria and in pediatric patients […]
- LevomentholAlso sold as Dermoplast Pain RelievingActive ingredients Purpose Benzocaine 20% Topical analgesic Menthol 0.5% Topical analgesic
- LevonorgestrelAlso sold as PostDay One-StepUse for women to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control)
- Levothyroxine SodiumINDICATIONS AND USAGE Levothyroxine sodium is used for the following indications: Hypothyroidism - As replacement or supplemental therapy in congenital or acquired hypothyroidism o […]
- LidocaineINDICATIONS AND USAGE Lidocaine Ointment 5% is indicated for production of anesthesia of accessible mucous membranes of the oropharynx. […]
- Lidocaine HciIndication and Usage Lidocaine hydrochloride injection administered intravenously or intramuscularly, is specifically indicated in the acute management of ventricular arrhythmias s […]
- LinezolidLinezolid for Oral Suspension is an oxazolidinone-class antibacterial indicated in adults and children for the treatment of the following infections caused by susceptible Gram-posi […]
- Liothyronine SodiumLiothyronine sodium tablets are an L-triiodothyronine (T3) indicated for: Hypothyroidism: As replacement in primary (thyroidal), secondary (pituitary), and tertiary (hypothalamic) […]
- Lip BalmAlso sold as Arizona Sun Products Lipkist Lip Balm SPF 15Uses Provides mminimal sunburn protection. Higher SPF gives more sunburn protection
- Liquid BandageAlso sold as Benzethonium chloride Plus Dyclonine hydrochloridePurpose First aid antiseptic Topical analgesic
- LiraglutideLiraglutide injection is indicated: as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes mel […]
- Lisdexamfetamine DimesylateLisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules are indicated for the treatment of: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older [see Cli […]
- LisinoprilLisinopril tablet USP is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor indicated for: Treatment of hypertension in adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older ( 1.1 ) […]
- Lithium CarbonateLithium is a mood-stabilizing agent indicated as monotherapy for the treatment of bipolar I disorder: • Treatment of acute manic and mixed episodes in patients 7 years and older [s […]
- Lolium Perenne 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.
- Loperamide HclAlso sold as anti diarrhealUse controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea
- LoratadineAlso sold as allergy reliefUses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: • runny nose • itchy, watery eyes • sneezing • itching of the nose or throat
- Loratadine Pseudoephedrine SulfateAlso sold as Claritin-D 24 HourActive ingredient (in each tablet) Purpose Loratadine 10 mg Antihistamine Pseudoephedrine sulfate 240 mg Nasal decongestant
- LorazepamINDICATIONS AND USAGE Lorazepam tablets are indicated for the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety or anxiety associated with dep […]
- Losartan PotassiumLosartan potassium tablets are an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) indicated for: • Treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure in adults and children greater than 6 ye […]
- Loteprednol EtabonateINDICATIONS AND USAGE Loteprednol etabonate is indicated for the treatment of steroid responsive inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea and anterio […]
- LotionAlso sold as HandApply lotion directly onto body and rub with hands until dry. Product may be used on all skin surfaces. Children under 6 years of age should be supervised when using this product.
- LovastatinINDICATIONS AND USAGE Therapy with Lovastatin Tablets USP should be a component of multiple risk factor intervention in those individuals with dyslipidemia at risk for atherosclero […]
- LoxapineINDICATIONS AND USAGE Loxapine Capsules, USP are indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia. The efficacy of loxapine in schizophrenia was established in clinical studies which e […]
- LubiprostoneLubiprostone is a chloride channel activator indicated for the treatment of: chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults. […]
- Lurasidone HydrochlorideLurasidone hydrochloride tablets are indicated for: • Treatment of adult and adolescent patients (13 to 17 years) with schizophrenia [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] . […]
- Lycosa TarantulaAlso sold as Tarentula hispanaStop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen
- Lytta VesicatoriaAlso sold as CantharisStop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen
Source: openFDA, U.S. Food and Drug Administration.