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| Proton-Pump inhibitor (PPI) that can treat heartburn, a damaged esophagus, stomach ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). |
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Glucocorticoid that can treat many diseases and conditions of the body, especially those relating to inflammation.
-Ulcerative colitis
-Psoriasis
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| Treats IBS-D that includes abd pain (irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea). It is a mu-receptor agonist. Affects the opioid receptors of the brain so is classified by the FDA as a controlled substance. |
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| Estradiol is is a steroid that is used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and vaginal dryness, burning, and irritation. Other uses include prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, and replacement of estrogen in women with ovarian failure or other conditions that cause a lack of natural estrogen in the body. |
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Myrbetriq (mirabegron) reduces muscle spasms of the bladder and urinary tract. Myrbetriq is used to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of frequent or urgent urination and urinary incontinence.
Mirabegron activates the β3 adrenergic receptor in the detrusor muscle in the bladder, which leads to muscle relaxation and an increase in bladder capacity. |
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| Also known as Zocor, It is used along with exercise, diet, and weight loss to decrease elevated lipid (fat) levels; triglycerides and high cholesterol. It is also used to decrease the risk of heart problems in those at high risk. |
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| It can lower high cholesterol levels. It can also treat severe itching caused by liver disease. |
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| A steroid medication that can treat Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis in its oral form. When inhaled it can treat asthma attacks. |
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| An ACE inhibitor that can treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It can also reduce the risk of death after a heart attack. |
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| An antacid and antihistamine that can treat ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and conditions that cause excess stomach acid. It can also treat heartburn caused by acid indigestion. |
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| A hygienic cleansing lotion for the vaginal or anal area. Gently, yet thoroughly, cleanses the skin of residue and soothes the perianal area. Requires no water or rinsing off. |
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| Also known as dabigatran, an anticoagulant can treat and prevent blood clots, reducing the risk of stroke. |
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| Also known as Warfarin, used to prevent heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots in veins and arteries. |
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| A penicillin antibiotic that can treat infections and stomach ulcers. |
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