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Cabergoline is in a group of drugs called dopamine receptor antagonists. It works by
reducing the amount of prolactin (a hormone) that is released from the pituitary gland.
Caffeine and ergotamine both cause vasoconstriction (narrowing) of arteries and veins that
supply blood to the head.
Caffeine citrate is a central nervous system stimulant. It also has effects on the lungs and
metabolism.
Calamine is used to treat itching and skin irritation caused by chicken pox, insect bites or
stings, measles, eczema, sunburn, poison ivy, and other minor skin conditions.
Calcipotriene is a synthetic topical form of vitamin D. It is involved in the growth and
development of skin cells.
Calcitonin is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the thyroid gland.
Calcitonin is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the thyroid gland.
Calcitriol is vitamin D3. Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium from the
stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body.
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many
normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind
to other minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body.
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many
normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind
to other minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body.
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many
normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind
to other minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body.
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many
normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind
to other minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body.
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many
normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind
to other minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body.
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many
normal functions of your body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Vitamin D is
important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in
the body.
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal
functions of your body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other
minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body.
Calcium is a mineral that is needed for many functions of the body, especially bone
formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other minerals such as phosphate, and aid
in their removal from the body.
Calfactant is a lung surface acting agent, or "surfactant." It helps the lungs function
normally. Calfactant is similar to the natural fluid in the lungs that helps maintain effective
breathing.
Candesartan is in a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Candesartan
keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.
Capecitabine is a cancer (chemotherapeutic) medication. Capecitabine interferes with the
growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Capreomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.
Capsaicin topical causes a decrease in a substance in the body (substance P) that causes pain.
Captopril is in a group of drugs called ACE inhibitors. ACE stands for angiotensin
converting enzyme.
Carbachol ophthalmic reduces the pressure in the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that
drains from the eye. Carbachol ophthalmic also causes the pupil to become smaller and reduces its
response to light or dark conditions.
Carbamazepine is in a group of drugs called anticonvulsants. It works by decreasing
nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain.
Carbamide peroxide otic (for the ears) is used to soften and loosen ear wax, making it
easier to remove.
Carbenicillin is an antibiotic in the penicillin group of drugs. It fights bacteria in your
body.
Carbetapentane is a cough suppressant that decreases the body's cough reflex.
Carbetapentane is a cough suppressant.
Carbetapentane is a cough suppressant.
Carbetapentane is a cough suppressant.
Carbetapentane is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough
reflex.
Carbidopa is used with levodopa to treat Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is believed
to be related to low levels of a chemical called dopamine (DOE pa meen) in the brain. Levodopa
(Dopar, Larodopa) is turned into dopamine in the body. Carbidopa is used with levodopa to prevent
the breakdown (metabolism) of levodopa before it can reach the brain and take effect. Carbidopa is
only effective if it is taken with levodopa. It has no effect if it is used alone.
Carbidopa, entacapone, and levodopa are medications used to treat Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's disease is believed to be related to low levels of a chemical called dopamine (DOE pa
meen) in the brain. Levodopa is turned into dopamine in the body. Carbidopa and entacapone are
used with levodopa to prevent the breakdown (metabolism) of levodopa in the body.
Carbinoxamine and methscopolamine are antihistamines that reduce the natural chemical
histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and
runny nose.
Carbinoxamine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Carbinoxamine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Carbinoxamine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Carbinoxamine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Carbinoxamine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Carbinoxamine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Carbonyl iron is a form of the mineral iron. Iron is important for many functions in the
body, especially for the transport of oxygen in the blood.
Carboplatin is an antineoplastic medication. Carboplatin interferes with the growth of cancer
cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Carboprost is a form of prostaglandin (a hormone-like substance that occurs naturally in
the body). Prostaglandins help to control functions in the body such as blood pressure and
muscle contractions.
Carisoprodol is a muscle relaxer that works by blocking pain sensations between the
nerves and the brain.
Carmustine is a cancer (antineoplastic) medication. Carmustine interferes with the growth of
cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Carteolol is in a class of drugs called beta-blockers. Carteolol ophthalmic reduces pressure
inside the eye.
Carteolol is in a group of drugs called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers affect the heart and
circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Carvedilol is in a group of drugs called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers affect the heart and
circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Caspofungin is an antibiotic that fights infections caused by fungus.
Cefaclor is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefadroxil is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefazolin is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefdinir is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefditoren is an antibiotic in a group of drugs called cephalosporins. Cefditoren fights
bacteria in the body.
Cefepime is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefixime is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefotaxime is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefoxitin is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefpodoxime is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics.
It works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefprozil is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Ceftazidime is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics.
It works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Ceftibuten is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Ceftizoxime is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics.
It works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Ceftriaxone is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Cefuroxime is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It
works by fighting bacteria in your body.
Celecoxib is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Celecoxib works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.
Cephalexin is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics. Cephalexin fights
bacteria in the body.
Cephradine is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics. Cephradine fights
bacteria in the body.
Cerivastatin was withdrawn from the U.S. market in 2001.
Cetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body.
Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Cetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body.
Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Cetrorelix blocks the effects of the naturally occurring gonadotropin-releasing hormone
(GnRH). GnRH controls the release of another hormone, luteinizing hormone (LH), which induces
ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary) during the menstrual cycle. During hormone treatment for
ovarian stimulation, premature ovulation may lead to eggs that are not suitable for fertilization. Cetrorelix
blocks this undesirable premature ovulation.
Cetuximab is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows
their growth and spread in the body.
Cevimeline increases the secretions of the saliva and sweat glands in the body.
Charcoal is used to treat stomach pain caused by excess gas, diarrhea, or indigestion.
Chloral hydrate is a hypnotic and a sedative medication that slows the activity of your
central nervous system.
Chloral hydrate is a hypnotic and a sedative medication that slows the activity of your
central nervous system. Chloral hydrate has both fast-acting and long-lasting sedative effects.
Chlorambucil is a cancer medication that interferes with cancer cells and slows their
growth and spread in the body.
Chloramphenicol and polymyxin B are antibiotics. They are used to treat bacterial
infections.
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic.
Chlordiazepoxide is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Chlordiazepoxide is used in the
relief of anxiety and tension.
Chlordiazepoxide is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines
(ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens). Chlordiazepoxide affects chemicals in the brain that may become
unbalanced and cause anxiety.
Chlordiazepoxide is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines
(ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens). Chlordiazepoxide affects chemicals in the brain that may become
unbalanced and cause anxiety.
Chlorhexidine gluconate is a germicidal mouthwash. It reduces bacteria in the mouth.
Chlorhexidine topical is an antiseptic. Chlorhexidine topical destroys germs on the skin.
Chlorophyllin is used as an internal deodorant. It has been used to improve breath odor as
well as odors from urine, bowel movements (feces), or wound infections.
Chloroquine is an antimalarial drug. The exact way that chloroquine works is unknown.
Chlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from
absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.
Chlorotrianisene is a form of estrogen. Estrogen is a female sex hormone necessary for many
processes in the body.
Chloroxylenol is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.
Chloroxylenol is an antibiotic. Antibiotics fight bacteria in your body.
Chlorphenesin is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain
sensations) that are sent to your brain.
Chlorpheniramine and phenindamine are antihistamines. They block the effects of the
naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine and phenindamine prevent
sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine and phenyltoloxamine are antihistamines. They block the effects of the
naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine and phenyltoloxamine
prevent sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine and phenyltoloxamine are antihistamines. They block the effects of the
naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine and phenyltoloxamine prevent
sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine and pyrilamine are antihistamines that reduce the natural chemical
histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and
runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine and pyrilamine are antihistamines. They block the effects of the
naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine and pyrilamine prevent
sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. Chlorpheniramine blocks the effects of the naturally
occurring chemical histamine in your body.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in the body and reduces congestion.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and
nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and
nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and
nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and
nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical
histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other
symptoms of allergies and colds.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical
histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other
symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpromazine is in a class of drugs called phenothiazines. It works by changing the actions
of chemicals in your brain.
Chlorpropamide is in a class of drugs called sulfonylureas. It is used to help control blood sugar
levels.
Chlorthalidone is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from
absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.
Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain
sensations) that are sent to your brain.
Cholecalciferol is a vitamin D3. Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium
from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body.
Cholestyramine helps reduce cholesterol (fatty acids) in the blood. High cholesterol is
associated with an increased risk of heart disease and atherosclerosis (clogged arteries).
Choline magnesium trisalicylate is in a class of drugs called salicylates. It works by
reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
Chondroitin is a naturally occurring substance formed of sugar chains. Chondroitin is
believed to help the body maintain fluid and flexibility in the joints.
Chromium is a mineral found in certain foods. The body needs only trace amounts of
chromium, and deficiency of this mineral in humans is rare.
Ciclesonide is a corticosteroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause
inflammation.
Ciclesonide is a corticosteroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause
inflammation.
Ciclopirox is an antifungal medication. Ciclopirox topical prevents fungus from growing.
Cidofovir is an antiviral medication that works by preventing certain viral cells from
multiplying in your body.
Cilostazol widens arteries that supply blood to the legs. Cilostazol also improves
circulation by keeping platelets in the blood from sticking together and clotting.
Cimetidine is in a group of drugs called histamine receptor antagonists. Cimetidine works
by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach produces.
Cinacalcet is an agent that increases the sensitivity of the parathyroid gland to calcium in the
body. This causes a decrease in levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH), calcium, and phosphorous in
the body.
Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Ciprofloxacin fights bacteria in the body.
Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Ciprofloxacin fights bacteria in the body.
Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic in a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones. Ciprofloxacin
fights bacteria in the body.
Ciprofloxacin ophthalmic is an antibiotic.
Cisapride increases the rate at which your esophagus, stomach, and intestines move during
digestion. It also increases the rate at which your stomach empties into your intestines and increases the
strength of your lower esophageal sphincter (the muscle between your stomach and your esophagus).
Cisatracurium is used to relax the muscles. It works by blocking the signals between your
nerves and your muscles.
Cisplatin is an antineoplastic medication. Cisplatin interferes with the growth of cancer cells
and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Citalopram is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors (SSRIs). Citalopram affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and
cause depression.
Citric acid and sodium citrate are alkalinizing agents that make the urine less acidic.
Cladribine is a cancer (antineoplastic) medication. Cladribine interferes with the growth of
cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Clarithromycin is in a group of drugs called macrolide antibiotics. Clarithromycin fights
bacteria in your body.
Clemastine is an antihistamine. Clemastine blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in your body.
Clemastine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine
in the body. Clemastine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of
allergies and hay fever.
Clidinium reduces the secretions of certain organs in the body.
Clindamycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.
Clindamycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.
Clindamycin is an antibiotic. It fights bacteria in the body.
Clindamycin topical (for the skin) is used to treat severe acne.
Clioquinol topical fights bacteria and prevents fungus from growing on your skin.
Clioquinol topical is an antifungal and antibacterial medication. Clioquinol topical
prevents fungus from growing on your skin.
Clobetasol is a topical (for the skin) steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the
body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.
Clocortolone is a topical (for the skin) steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the
body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.
Clofarabine is a cancer (antineoplastic) medication. Clofarabine interferes with the growth of
cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Clofibrate is used to lower high levels of cholesterol (a type of fat) in the blood. Clofibrate is
especially good at lowering triglycerides and very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) (a form of
cholesterol).
Clomiphene stimulates the release of hormones necessary for ovulation to occur.
Clomipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant. It affects chemicals in the brain that may
become unbalanced.
Clonazepam is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Clonazepam affects chemicals in your
brain that may become unbalanced and cause seizures or symptoms of panic disorder.
Clonidine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your
blood. This allows your blood vessels to relax and your heart to beat more slowly and easily.
Clonidine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your
blood. This allows your blood vessels to relax and your heart to beat more slowly and easily.
Clonidine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood.
This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax (widen) and your heart to beat more
slowly and easily.
Clopidogrel keeps the platelets in your blood from coagulating (clotting) to prevent
unwanted blood clots that can occur with certain heart or blood vessel conditions.
Clorazepate is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens).
Clorazepate affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety or
seizures.
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication. It is like an antibiotic but is used to treat yeast (fungal)
infections.
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication. It prevents fungus from growing.
Clotrimazole topical is an antifungal medication. Clotrimazole topical prevents fungus
from growing on your skin.
Cloxacillin is an antibiotic in the class of drugs called penicillins. It fights bacteria in your
body.
Clozapine is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the actions of chemicals
in the brain.
Coagulation factor IX is a man-made protein that is similar to a natural protein in the
body that helps the blood to clot.
Coal tar is a by-product of coal processing.
Codeine is a narcotic. It is a pain reliever and a cough suppressant.
Codeine is a narcotic. It is a pain reliever and a cough suppressant.
Codeine is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain medicines.
Codeine is in a group of drugs called narcotics. It is a cough suppressant that affects the
signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.
Colchicine affects the way the body responds to uric acid crystals, which reduces swelling
and pain.
Colchicine alters the way your body responds to uric acid crystals. Too much uric acid in
the body is what leads to the symptoms of gout (swelling and pain).
Colesevelam is a cholesterol-lowering drug.
Colestipol is a cholesterol-lowering drug.
Colistimethate is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.
Conivaptan reduces the level of a hormone that regulates the balance of water and salt
(sodium) in the body. High levels of this hormone can cause an imbalance that results in low
sodium levels and fluid retention.
Conjugated estrogens are a mixture of estrogen hormones. Estrogen is a female sex
hormone produced by the ovaries that is necessary for many processes in the body.
Conjugated estrogens are female sex hormones necessary for many processes in the body.
Corticorelin ovine trifluate is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the
body.
Corticotropin is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the body.
Cortisone is in a class of drugs called steroids. Cortisone prevents the release of
substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Cranberry is produced from the berry fruit of a North American evergreen shrub.
Cromolyn is an anti-allergic medication. It inhibits processes in the body that cause
allergic symptoms after exposure to an allergen.
Cromolyn sodium is an anti-inflammatory medication. It works by preventing the release
of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Cromolyn sodium is an anti-inflammatory medication. It works by preventing the release of
substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Cromolyn sodium is an antiallergic medication. It stops the actions of cells in the body that
cause inflammation in response to allergens.
Crotamiton is a scabicide. The exact way that crotamiton works is unknown.
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for
growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for
growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for
growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.
Cyanocobalamin nasal is a synthetic (man-made) form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is
important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.
Cyclandelate is in a class of drugs called vasodilators. Cyclandelate relaxes veins and
arteries, which makes them wider and allows blood to pass through them more easily.
Cyclizine is used to relieve nausea, vomiting, and dizziness associated with motion
sickness.
Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain
sensations) that are sent to your brain.
Cyclopentolate and phenylephrine ophthalmic relaxes muscles in your eye to dilate
(widen) your pupil.
Cyclopentolate ophthalmic relaxes muscles in your eye to dilate (widen) your pupil.
Cyclophosphamide is a cancer (chemotherapeutic) medication. Cyclophosphamide interferes
with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Cycloserine is an antibiotic. It prevents tuberculous bacteria from growing in your body.
Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressive agent. Cyclosporine ophthalmic may reduce
inflammation in the eye(s).
Cyclosporine lowers your body's immune system. The immune system helps your body
fight infections. The immune system can also fight or "reject" a transplanted organ such as a
liver or kidney. This is because the immune system treats the new organ as an invader.
Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine. Cyproheptadine blocks the effects of the naturally
occurring chemical histamine in your body.
Cysteamine is used to treat a condition called nephropathic cystinosis (NEF-roe-PATH-ik
SIS-tin-OH-sis). It works by reducing the amount of cystine in the kidneys.
Cytarabine is a cancer medication. Cytarabine interferes with the growth of cancer cells
and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Cytarabine liposomal is a cancer (antineoplastic) medication. Cytarabine liposomal
interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Cytomegalovirus immune globulin (CMV IG) is a sterilized solution obtained from pooled
human blood. It contains the immunoglobulins (or antibodies) to protect against infection from
cytomegalovirus. Antibodies are substances in the blood that fight infections.
Estrogen is a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for
many processes in the body.
Estrogen is a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for
many processes in the body.
Factor VIIa is a man-made protein that is similar to a natural protein in the body that helps
the blood to clot.
Guaifenesin is an expectorant. Guaifenesin loosens phlegm and increases the lubrication
of the lungs allowing for a productive cough and decreased chest congestion.
Levodopa is converted to a chemical called dopamine (DOE pa meen) in the brain.
Symptoms of Parkinson's disease may be caused by low levels dopamine in the brain. Levodopa
is turned into dopamine in the body.
Methyldopa lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your
blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax and your heart to beat more
slowly and easily.
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages.
Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Reserpine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the amount of certain chemicals in your
body. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax and your heart to beat more
slowly and easily.
Reserpine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in
your blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax and your heart to
beat more slowly and easily.
Risedronate is in the group of medicines called bisphosphonates (bis FOS fo nayts). It
alters the cycle of bone formation and breakdown in the body. Risedronate slows bone loss
while increasing bone mass, which may prevent bone fractures.
The exact way that choline and dexpanthenol works is unknown.
The use of capsicum in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts accepted
by current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal supplements, consultation with
a primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with a practitioner
trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and coordination of treatment
among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.
The use of chamomile in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts
accepted by current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal supplements,
consultation with a primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with
a practitioner trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and
coordination of treatment among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.
The use of chaparral in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts accepted by
current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal supplements, consultation with a
primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with a practitioner trained
in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and coordination of treatment among all
health care providers involved may be advantageous.
The use of chondroitin in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts
accepted by current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal/health supplements,
consultation with a primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with
a practitioner trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and
coordination of treatment among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.
The use of clove in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts accepted by
current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal supplements, consultation with a
primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with a practitioner
trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and coordination of treatment
among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.
The use of comfrey in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts accepted by
current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal supplements, consultation with a primary
health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with a practitioner trained in the uses of
herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and coordination of treatment among all health care
providers involved may be advantageous.
The use of creatine in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts accepted
by current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal/health supplements,
consultation with a primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with
a practitioner trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and
coordination of treatment among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.
Calcitonin is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the thyroid gland.
Chloral hydrate is a hypnotic and a sedative medication that slows the activity of your
central nervous system.
Chloral hydrate is a hypnotic and a sedative medication that slows the activity of your
central nervous system. Chloral hydrate has both fast-acting and long-lasting sedative effects.
Chlorhexidine gluconate is a germicidal mouthwash. It reduces bacteria in the mouth.
Chlorhexidine topical is an antiseptic. Chlorhexidine topical destroys germs on the skin.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Clindamycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.
Clonidine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your
blood. This allows your blood vessels to relax and your heart to beat more slowly and easily.
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication. It prevents fungus from growing.
Clotrimazole topical is an antifungal medication. Clotrimazole topical prevents fungus
from growing on your skin.
Cromolyn sodium is an anti-inflammatory medication. It works by preventing the release
of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Cromolyn sodium is an antiallergic medication. It stops the actions of cells in the body that
cause inflammation in response to allergens.
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for
growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for
growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.
The use of chondroitin in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts
accepted by current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal/health supplements,
consultation with a primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with
a practitioner trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and
coordination of treatment among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Cromolyn is an anti-allergic medication. It inhibits processes in the body that cause
allergic symptoms after exposure to an allergen.
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for
growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.
Cromolyn sodium is an anti-inflammatory medication. It works by preventing the release
of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Cyanocobalamin nasal is a synthetic (man-made) form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is
important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.
Clemastine is an antihistamine. Clemastine blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in your body.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and
nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring
chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and
nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Capsaicin topical causes a decrease in a substance in the body (substance P) that causes pain.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the
body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical
histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other
symptoms of allergies and colds.
Ciclopirox is an antifungal medication. Ciclopirox topical prevents fungus from growing.
Codeine is in a group of drugs called narcotics. It is a cough suppressant that affects the
signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.
Guaifenesin is an expectorant. Guaifenesin loosens phlegm and increases the lubrication
of the lungs allowing for a productive cough and decreased chest congestion.
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