Dictionary of drugs

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The Dictionary of Drugs is a comprehensive resource that provides information on pharmaceuticals, including prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and various compounds used in the treatment of diseases.

Introduction[edit | edit source]

This dictionary aims to offer detailed descriptions, usage guidelines, pharmacological information, and therapeutic classifications for a wide array of drugs. Please consult a healthcare professional before using any medication listed in this dictionary. The general format to use is noted below although it may vary based on the drug or drug related article.

Overview[edit | edit source]

(General information about the drug, its uses, and its importance)

Medical Uses[edit | edit source]

(Detailed description of the conditions treated by the drug)

Side Effects[edit | edit source]

(Information on possible side effects and their frequency)

Mechanism of Action[edit | edit source]

(Explanation of how the drug works at the molecular or cellular level)

Pharmacology[edit | edit source]

Pharmacodynamics[edit | edit source]

(How the drug affects the body)

Pharmacokinetics[edit | edit source]

(How the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes the drug)

History[edit | edit source]

(Information about the discovery, development, and approval of the drug)

How to Use This Dictionary[edit | edit source]

Navigate to the section that corresponds to the first letter of the generic drug name you are looking for and follow the link to read more about it.

Dictionary of Drugs[edit | edit source]

This dictionary serves as a reference for commonly prescribed medications, detailing their uses, mechanism of action, side effects, and other essential pharmacological information. Each entry aims to provide a concise overview, suitable for both healthcare professionals and the general public.

A[edit | edit source]

Also known as paracetamol, it is used primarily as a pain reliever and fever reducer. Over-the-counter availability.

An antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Belongs to the penicillin group of drugs.

B[edit | edit source]

A beta blocker used in the management of hypertension and heart-related ailments.

An opioid medication used to treat opioid addiction, acute pain, and chronic pain.

C[edit | edit source]

A broad-spectrum antibiotic in the fluoroquinolone class, used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

An antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

D[edit | edit source]

Belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines, used to treat anxiety, seizures, and muscle spasms.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and inflammatory disorders.

E[edit | edit source]

A proton pump inhibitor that reduces stomach acid, used for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and ulcers.

A synthetic form of estrogen used in various forms of birth control and in menopausal hormone therapy.

F[edit | edit source]

A potent synthetic opioid analgesic with a rapid onset and short duration of action.

An SSRI antidepressant used in the treatment of major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and more.

G[edit | edit source]

An anti-epileptic medication used to treat neuropathic pain and as an adjunctive therapy in partial seizures.

An oral medication used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.

H[edit | edit source]

A diuretic medication often used to treat high blood pressure and swelling due to fluid build up.

Used to prevent and treat malaria, and also used in rheumatology for conditions such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

I[edit | edit source]

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for relieving pain, helping with fever, and reducing inflammation.

Hormone replacement therapy for managing diabetes mellitus.

J[edit | edit source]

An oral antihyperglycemic of the DPP-4 inhibitor class.

Used to treat type 2 diabetes and heart failure.

K[edit | edit source]

Used for starting and maintaining anesthesia.

An antifungal medication used to treat a number of fungal infections.

L[edit | edit source]

An ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.

An antihistamine used to treat allergies.

M[edit | edit source]

A medication used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

A pain medication of the opiate variety which is found naturally in a number of plants and animals.

N[edit | edit source]

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain or inflammation caused by conditions such as arthritis.

A medication used to manage angina, high blood pressure, Raynaud's phenomenon, and premature labor.

O[edit | edit source]

A proton pump inhibitor that decreases stomach acid production, used in the treatment of GERD, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

An opioid analgesic drug used for relief of moderate to severe pain.

P[edit | edit source]

An SSRI antidepressant used to treat major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder.

The first widely used antibiotic and is still used today for treating some types of bacterial infections.

Q[edit | edit source]

An atypical antipsychotic used for the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder.

An ACE inhibitor used to treat hypertension and heart failure.

R[edit | edit source]

Historically used to reduce stomach acid production in patients with conditions such as peptic ulcer disease and GERD. (Note Ranitidine has been withdrawn from many markets due to contamination concerns.)

An atypical antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and irritability in people with autism.

S[edit | edit source]

An SSRI antidepressant used in the treatment of major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder.

A lipid-lowering medication used to control elevated cholesterol, or hyperlipidemia.

T[edit | edit source]

A medication that is used to prevent breast cancer in women and treat breast cancer in women and men.

An opioid pain medication used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain.

U[edit | edit source]

Used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in overweight patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease.

V[edit | edit source]

An antiviral drug used in the management of herpes simplex, herpes zoster (shingles), and herpes B.

An SNRI antidepressant used to treat major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia.

W[edit | edit source]

An anticoagulant that is often used as a blood thinner to prevent the formation of a harmful clot inside the body.

X[edit | edit source]

A benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.

Y[edit | edit source]

Used to improve and help maintain the ability to achieve an erection and as a general stimulant.

Z[edit | edit source]

Used for the short-term treatment of sleeping problems.


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