Medicine Guide
Medicines starting with P
73 medicines beginning with the letter P.
- PaclitaxelINDICATIONS AND USAGE Paclitaxel Injection, USP is indicated as subsequent therapy for the treatment of advanced carcinoma of the ovary. […]
- Pain Relief PatchDo not use ·Do not get into eyes or on mucous membranes ·Do not apply to wounds, damaged or irritated skin ·Do not bandage or cover with any type of wrap except clothing ·Do not us […]
- PaliperidonePaliperidone extended-release tablets are an atypical antipsychotic agent indicated for Treatment of schizophrenia (1.1) Adults: Efficacy was established in three 6-week trials and […]
- Palonosetron HydrochloridePalonosetron hydrochloride injection is indicated in adults for prevention of: acute and delayed nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of moderately emetog […]
- PantoprazolePantoprazole sodium delayed-release tablets are indicated for: Pantoprazole sodium is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) indicated for the following: Short-Term Treatment of Erosive Eso […]
- Pantothenic AcidAlso sold as Dialyvite with ZincINDICATIONS AND USAGE Dialyvite with Zinc is a prescription folic acid supplement with Zinc and additional nutrients indicated for use in improving the nutritional status of renal […]
- Paricalcitol1.1 Chronic Kidney Disease Stages 3 and 4 Paricalcitol Capsules are indicated in adults for the prevention and treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism associated with Chronic Ki […]
- ParoxetineINDICATIONS AND USAGE Major Depressive Disorder Paroxetine tablets, USP are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder. […]
- Passiflora Incarnata Flowering TopAlso sold as Passiflora incarnata Kit RefillUSES To relieve the symptoms of insomnia.
- PectinAlso sold as Throat Balm Caramel PectinUses temporarily relieves: occasional minor irritation and pain associated with sore mouth sore throat
- Pelargonium SidoidesAlso sold as Umcka ColdCare Alcohol-FreePurpose Shortens duration and reduces severity of symptoms associated with the common cold and throat/nasal/bronchial irritations: congestion, cough, hoarseness, sore throat.
- Pemetrexed DisodiumAlso sold as PEMRYDI RTU1. INDICATIONS AND USAGE PEMRYDI RTU ® is a folate analog metabolic inhibitor indicated: in combination with pembrolizumab and platinum chemotherapy, for the initial treatment of p […]
- Penicillin G BenzathineAlso sold as BICILLIN L-AINDICATIONS AND USAGE To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Bicillin L-A and other antibacterial drugs, Bicillin L-A should be used […]
- Penicillin V PotassiumINDICATIONS AND USAGE To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of penicillin V potassium and other antibacterial drugs, penicillin V pota […]
- PermethrinINDICATIONS AND USAGE: Permethrin Cream, 5% is indicated for the treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies).
- PerphenazineINDICATIONS AND USAGE Perphenazine tablets, USP are indicated for use in the treatment of schizophrenia and for the control of severe nausea and vomiting in adults. […]
- PetrolatumAlso sold as Dry Skin HealingUses temporarily protects minor: cuts, scrapes, burns. temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips. […]
- Phenazopyridine HydrochlorideINDICATIONS AND USAGE Phenazopyridine Hydrochloride is indicated for the symptomatic relief of pain, burning, urgency frequency, and other discomforts arising from irritation of th […]
- Phendimetrazine TartrateINDICATIONS AND USAGE Phendimetrazine tartrate is indicated in the management of exogenous obesity as a short term adjunct (a few weeks) in a regimen of weight reduction based on c […]
- PhenobarbitalINDICATIONS AND USAGE Sedative Anticonvulsant- For the treatment of generalized and partial seizures.
- PhenolAlso sold as Pain Relieving Petro CarboUses for temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns minor cuts insect bites minor skin irritations scrapes sunburn eczema poison ivy
- Phentermine HydrochloridePhentermine hydrochloride is indicated as a short-term (a few weeks) adjunct in a regimen of weight reduction based on exercise, behavioral modification and caloric restriction in […]
- PhenylalanineAlso sold as Travasolis indicated as a source of amino acids for patients requiring parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated. […]
- Phenylephrine HclAlso sold as Nasal Decongestant PEUses temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies
- PhenytoinPhenytoin chewable tablets are indicated for the treatment of generalized tonic-clonic (grand mal) and complex partial (psychomotor, temporal lobe) seizures and prevention and trea […]
- Phleum Pratense 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.
- PhytonadioneINDICATIONS AND USAGE Phytonadione injectable emulsion, USP is indicated in the following coagulation disorders which are due to faulty formation of factors II, VII, IX and X when […]
- Pilocarpine HydrochlorideINDICATIONS AND USAGE: Pilocarpine hydrochloride tablets, USP are indicated for 1) the treatment of symptoms of dry mouth from salivary gland hypofunction caused by radiotherapy fo […]
- PioglitazoneMonotherapy and Combination Therapy Pioglitazone tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus in mul […]
- Piperacillin SodiumPiperacillin and tazobactam for injection, for intravenous use is a combination of piperacillin, a penicillin-class antibacterial and tazobactam, a beta-lactamase inhibitor, indica […]
- Piperonyl ButoxideAlso sold as Herklin Lice TreatmentPurpose Treatment head, pubic (crab), and body lice
- PirfenidonePirfenidone capsules are indicated for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Pirfenidone is a pyridone indicated for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis […]
- PiroxicamPiroxicam capsules are indicated: • For relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis. • For relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. […]
- PlerixaforAlso sold as MozobilMozobil is indicated in combination with filgrastim to mobilize hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) to the peripheral blood for collection and subsequent autologous transplantation in […]
- Polyethylene Glycol 3350Also sold as purelaxUse • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces a bowel movement in 1 to 3 days
- Polyethylene Glycol 400Also sold as Foster and Thrive Dry Eye ReliefUses for protection against further irritation for temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye
- Polymyxin B SulfateAlso sold as Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates and HydrocortisoneINDICATIONS AND USAGE For the treatment of superficial bacterial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antibiotics.
- PosaconazolePosaconazole is an azole antifungal indicated as follows: Posaconazole is indicated for the prophylaxis of invasive Aspergillus and Candida infections in patients who are at high r […]
- Potassium BromideAlso sold as BM Potassium bromide (Kali Brom)Uses See the leaflet enclosed for detail.
- Potassium CarbonateAlso sold as Kali carbonicumPain and feeling of weakness in the lower back*
- Potassium ChlorideINDICATIONS AND USAGE Potassium Chloride Injection is indicated in the treatment of potassium deficiency states when oral replacement is not feasible. […]
- Potassium CitratePotassium citrate extended-release tablets are a citrate salt of potassium indicated for the management of: Renal tubular acidosis (RTA) with calcium stones (1.1) Hypocitraturic ca […]
- Potassium DichromateAlso sold as BM Potassium dichromate (Kali Dichrom)Uses See the leaflet enclosed for detail.
- Potassium IodideAlso sold as SSKIIndications and Usage SSKI ® (potassium iodide oral solution, USP) is for use as an expectorant in the symptomatic treatment of chronic pulmonary diseases where tenacious mucus com […]
- Potassium NitrateAlso sold as Spring Gene Oil Pulling SensitivityUses Helps reduce painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acids, and sweets, or contact.
- Povidone-IodineAlso sold as BetadineUses First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts scrapes burns
- Pramipexole DihydrochloridePramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablet is a non-ergot dopa […]
- Pramoxine HydrochlorideAlso sold as Terramed Just Think Comfort GynoCare BV Guard Intimate WashUses For the temporary relief of: • Pain, itching, and burning associated with minor external vaginal irritation • Minor skin irritation and discomfort in the external genital area
- PrasteroneAlso sold as Intrarosa® is a steroid indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe dyspareunia, a symptom of vulvar and vaginal atrophy, due to menopause. […]
- Pravastatin SodiumTherapy with lipid-altering agents should be only one component of multiple risk factor intervention in individuals at significantly increased risk for atherosclerotic vascular dis […]
- Prazosin HydrochlorideINDICATIONS AND USAGE Prazosin hydrochloride capsules are indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure. […]
- Prednisolone Sodium PhosphateINDICATIONS AND USAGE Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate Oral Solution (15 mg Prednisolone per 5 mL) is indicated in the following conditions: 1. […]
- PrednisoneINDICATIONS AND USAGE PredniSONE Tablets are indicated in the following conditions: 1. Endocrine Disorders Primary or secondary adrenocortical insufficiency (hydrocortisone or cort […]
- PregabalinPregabalin capsules are indicated for: Management of neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy Management of postherpetic neuralgia Adjunctive therapy for the […]
- PrimidoneINDICATIONS AND USAGE Primidone, used alone or concomitantly with other anticonvulsants, is indicated in the control of grand mal, psychomotor, and focal epileptic seizures. […]
- Prochlorperazine EdisylateINDICATIONS AND USAGE To control severe nausea and vomiting. For the treatment of schizophrenia. Prochlorperazine has not been shown effective in the management of behavioral compl […]
- Prochlorperazine MaleateFor control of severe nausea and vomiting. For the treatment of schizophrenia. Prochlorperazine is effective for the short-term treatment of generalized non-psychotic anxiety. […]
- ProgesteroneINDICATIONS AND USAGE Progesterone capsules are indicated for use in the prevention of endometrial hyperplasia in nonhysterectomized postmenopausal women who are receiving conjugat […]
- Promethazine HydrochlorideINDICATIONS AND USAGE Promethazine HCl Suppositories are useful for: Perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis. Vasomotor rhinitis. […]
- Propafenone HydrochloridePropafenone hydrochloride tablets are indicated to: prolong the time to recurrence of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation/flutter (PAF) associated with disabling symptoms in patients wi […]
- Proparacaine HydrochlorideAlso sold as AlcaineINDICATIONS AND USAGE: ALCAINE™ ophthalmic solution is indicated for procedures in which a topical ophthalmic anesthetic is indicated: corneal anesthesia of short duration, e.g. […]
- PropofolPropofol injectable emulsion is an intravenous general anesthetic and sedation drug indicated for: Induction of General Anesthesia for Patients Greater than or Equal to 3 Years of […]
- Propranolol HydrochlorideINDICATIONS AND USAGE Hypertension Propranolol hydrochloride tablets are indicated in the management of hypertension. […]
- Propylene GlycolAlso sold as Systane Pro PFActive Ingredients Purpose Propylene Glycol 0.6% Lubricant
- PrucalopridePrucalopride tablets are indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults. Prucalopride tablets are a serotonin-4 (5-HT 4 ) receptor agonist indicated […]
- Pseudoephedrine HclAlso sold as SUDOGEST NASAL DECONGESTANTUses • temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure • temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies
- Psyllium HuskAlso sold as Unflavored Organic Natural FiberUse For relief of occasional constipation (regularity)
- Purified WaterAlso sold as Medics Choice Soothing Eye WashUses washes the eye to help relieve irritation discomfort burning stinging itching by removing loose foreign material air pollutants (smog or pollen) chlorinated water
- Pyrantel PamoateAlso sold as MebendamaX PinwormActive ingredient (in each tablet) Purpose Pyrantel pamoate 180 (equivalent to 62.5mg of pyrantel base)......... Pinworm treatment
- Pyrethrum ExtractAlso sold as Herklin Lice TreatmentPurpose Treatment head, pubic (crab), and body lice
- Pyridostigmine BromideAlso sold as RegonolINDICATIONS AND USAGE REGONOL ® (pyridostigmine bromide injection, USP) is indicated as a reversal agent or antagonist to the neuromuscular blocking effects of nondepolarizing musc […]
- PyridoxineDoxylamine succinate and pyridoxine hydrochloride delayed-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of nausea and vomiting of pregnancy in women who do not respond to conserv […]
- Pyrithione ZincAlso sold as Clean AppleUse helps prevent recurrence of flaking and itching associated with dandruff
Source: openFDA, U.S. Food and Drug Administration.