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Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) is a monoclonal antibody used for the treatment of a central nervous system (CNS) disorder called multiple sclerosis (MS). It's not known exactly how Ocrevus works in people with MS, but it targets and binds to B-cells expressing CD20 on their surface, which results in their destruction via antibody-dependent cellular cytolysis and complement-mediate lysis. B cells are a type of white blood cell that contributes to the development and ongoing disease process involved in MS in a number of ways. The CD20 antigen is mainly found on the surface of B cells, which are also known as B lymphocytes, making it a good target for MS and certain other conditions affecting B cells. Ocrevus was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in March 2017.

Octreotide Acetate Injection is indicated to reduce blood levels of growth hormone (GH) and insulin growth factor-1 (IGF-1; somatomedin C) in acromegaly patients who have had inadequate response to or cannot be treated with surgical resection, pituitary irradiation, and bromocriptine mesylate at maximally tolerated doses. Octreotide Acetate Injection is indicated for treatment of severe diarrhea and flushing episodes associated with metastatic carcinoid tumors. Octreotide Acetate Injection is indicated for the treatment of the profuse watery diarrhea associated with vasoactive intestinal peptide tumors (VIPomas)-secreting tumors. Improvement in clinical signs and symptoms, or reduction in tumor size or rate of growth, were not shown in clinical trials performed with Octreotide Acetate Injection; these trials were not optimally designed to detect such effects.

Odefsey contains a combination of emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir. Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir are antiviral medicines that prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. HIV-1 is the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome). Odefsey is a prescription medicine that is used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1 (HIV-1) in people who have never taken HIV medicines before. This medicine is not a cure for HIV or AIDS. Odefsey is for use in adults and children who are at least 12 years old. Odefsey should not be taken together with other antiviral medications to treat HIV or AIDS.

Ofev is used in people with diseases that cause scar tissue (fibrosis) to form deep within the lungs. The scar tissue thickens and becomes stiff over time, which can make it harder for your lungs to work. Decreased lung function can make it hard for you to breathe. Other medical problems can occur when your brain, heart, and other organs do not get enough oxygen. Ofev is used to treat a lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Ofev is also used to treat chronic (long lasting) interstitial lung disease in which the scar tissue keeps getting worse. Ofev is also used to slow the decline in lung function in people with a disorder called systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease (sometimes called scleroderma-associated ILD). Ofev is not a cure for IPF or ILD, but this medicine can slow the effects of these diseases on your lungs.

Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone (flor-o-KWIN-o-lone) antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Ofloxacin is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, lungs, prostate, or urinary tract (bladder and kidneys). Ofloxacin is also used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease and Chlamydia and/or gonorrhea. Fluoroquinolone antibiotics can cause serious or disabling side effects that may not be reversible. Ofloxacin should be used only for infections that cannot be treated with a safer antibiotic. Ofloxacin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone (flor-o-KWIN-o-lone) antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Ofloxacin ophthalmic (for use in the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes. Ofloxacin ophthalmic is also used to treat an ulcer in the cornea of the eye. Ofloxacin will not treat a viral or fungal infection of the eye. Ofloxacin ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ojjaara (momelotinib) is a Janus Kinase inhibitor that may be used to treat intermediate or high-risk myelofibrosis (MF) in adults with anemia. Myelofibrosis is a rare type of bone marrow cancer that progressively impairs red blood cell production because of scarring. Abnormal blood cells eventually replace normal cells. It is thought to be driven by dysregulation of the JAK-STAT pathway. Ojjaara works by inhibiting wild-type Janus Kinase 1 and 2 (JAK1/JAK2) and mutant JAK2V617F, these are enzymes that are part of the Janus Kinase family, which are essential for cytokine signaling (cytokines are small proteins that affect the growth of blood cells and other cells that are involved in inflammation and the immune response). Mutations in JAK are associated with several leukemias, lymphomas, and myeloproliferative diseases including polycythemia vera (PV). The activity of Ojjaara for JAK2 is higher than that for other Janus Kinases, JAK3, and tyrosine kinase (TYK2).  It also inhibits activin A receptor type 1 (ACVR1, also called ALK2), which inhibits hepcidin, a hormone in your liver that regulates how your body uses iron. This increases the availability of iron and red blood cell production. Because Ojjaara inhibits ACVR1/ALK2 as well as JAK1 and JAK2, it has the potential to improve symptoms of anemia and splenomegaly, while preserving platelet count. Ojjaara was FDA approved on September 15, 2023.

Olanzapine (brand name Zyprexa) is an atypical antipsychotic that may be used to treat adults and adolescents aged 13 and older with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder. For bipolar I disorder, it may be used: For treatment-resistant depression, olanzapine is used in combination with fluoxetine (Symbyax). Olanzapine is available as oral tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, or an injection that is given into a muscle (intramuscular [IM]). The olanzapine IM preparation is only for acute agitation associated with schizophrenia and bipolar I mania in adults. Olanzapine may work by blocking certain receptors in the brain, notably dopamine and serotonin, although the exact way it works in schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder is unknown. Olanzapine was FDA approved on September 30, 1996, under the brand name Zyprexa. Generic olanzapine is available.

Olaparib (Lynparza) is a PARP inhibitor used to treat types of breast cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, fallopian tube cancer, or peritoneal cancer. Olaparib works by blocking a protein called PARP which helps cancer cells repair themselves, blocking PARP causes the cancer cells die. Olaparib is often used if your cancer has a specific genetic marker, including BRAC1, BRCA2, HRR, and HER2-negative. Your doctor will test you for this gene. Olaparib is a tablet that is usually taken twice daily, with or without food. Lynparza was first FDA-approved in 2014 for advanced ovarian cancer.

Olmesartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (sometimes called an ARB). Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children at least 6 years old. It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications. Olmesartan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Used ophthalmically for symptomatic management of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. Used intranasally to provide symptomatic relief of seasonal allergic rhinitis (e.g., hay fever). Provides symptomatic relief of nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, nasal itching, and sneezing.

Olopatadine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of itching or watery eyes. Olopatadine ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to treat eye itching caused by allergies. Olopatadine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Olumiant (baricitinib) tablets are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis,  severe alopecia areata  and COVID-19 in certain patients. These conditions may be caused by an overactive immune system causing inflammation. Olumiant works by blocking a specific protein (Janus kinase) that causes inflammation to help relieve the symptoms of these conditions. Olumiant is classified as a Janus kinase inhibitor (JAK inhibitor). In rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system attacks healthy joint tissues causing the joint to be inflamed. Olumiant reduces inflammation in RA to help relieve pain, swelling, and tenderness of the joints. In alopecia areata (AA), hair loss is caused by the immune system attacking the hair follicles, causing inflammation which interrupts hair growth. Olumiant blocks inflammation, which allows hair to regrow. Olumiant treats symptoms of alopecia areata, but it is not a cure, and if you stop taking the tablets, then your hair loss may return.

Clobetasol is a highly potent steroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body. Olux (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by plaque psoriasis or skin conditions that respond to steroid medication. Olux may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Certain prescription Omega-3 are used in adults, together with diet to help lower triglyceride levels in the blood. Omega-3 may also be used in combination with other vitamins in adults and children as a dietary supplement. Omega-3 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Omeprazole is used to treat excess stomach acid in conditions such as non cancerous stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), active duodenal ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and erosive esophagitis. Omeprazole works by blocking gastric acid production and is from the group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors. Omeprazole may also be given together with antibiotics to treat gastric ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Over-the-counter (OTC) omeprazole is used in adults to help control heartburn that occurs 2 or more days per week. The OTC brand must be taken as a course on a regular basis for 14 days in a row.

Omnicef belongs to a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. Cefdinir works by fighting bacteria in your body. Omnicef is an antibiotic that is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria.

Ondansetron blocks the actions of chemicals in the body that can trigger nausea and vomiting. Ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by surgery, cancer chemotherapy, or radiation treatment. Ondansetron may be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Onfi is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). It is thought that clobazam works by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. Onfi is used in combination with other medications to treat seizures caused by Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a severe form of childhood epilepsy that also causes developmental and behavior problems. Onfi in for use in patients 2 years of age or older. It is not known if this medicine is safe and effective in children less than 2 years old.

Ongentys is a prescription medicine that inhibits the enzyme catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT). COMT is involved in the degradation of certian neurotransmitters such as dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine. Ongentys is used together with carbidopa and levodopa to treat symptoms of "off" episodes (stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, poor muscle control) in people with Parkinson's disease. It is not known if Ongentys is safe and effective in children.

Onureg is a prescription medicine used for continued treatment of adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who: It is not known if Onureg is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.

Opdivo (nivolumab) is a cancer medicine that is given intravenously (into a vein) that works with your immune system to interfere with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Opdivo is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat adults with: For some cancers, such as melanoma and colorectal cancer, Opdivo is also approved for children aged 12 years and older. See the prescribing information for a full list of indications and eligibility criteria. Opdivo is often given when the cancer has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic), cannot be surgically removed, or has come back after prior treatment. Opdivo is sometimes given only if laboratory testing shows specific genetic markers or DNA mutations associated with your cancer. Opdivo belongs to the class of medicines known as checkpoint inhibitors and works by blocking the PD-1 (programmed death receptor-1) pathway to help prevent cancer cells from hiding from the immune system, boosting the immune system's response against cancer. Opdivo was first FDA-approved on December 22, 2014.

Opill is an OTC birth control pill used to prevent pregnancy that is available without a prescription. Opill (norgestrel) is progestin-only contraceptive pill and is sometimes called a minipill, it does not contain estrogen.  Opill works mainly by thickening your cervical mucus, which makes it difficult for sperm to reach the egg, and it may suppress the release of an egg from your ovary.  How effective is Opill? When Opill is taken correctly approximately 98 out of 100 sexually active women who used Opill for one year did not become pregnant, in clinical trials. Opill birth control pill starts working 2 days after you start taking it, but you must take it every day at the same time each day for it to continue to be effective. You must take Opill continuously every day without a break between blister packs. Opill birth control pill will not protect against HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases. Opill was FDA-approved for OTC (over-the-counter) use on July 13, 2023, and will be available in stores and online in  March 2024.

Opzelura is a prescription medicine used on the skin (topical) for: The use of Opzelura along with therapeutic biologics, other JAK inhibitors, or strong immunosuppressants such as azathioprine or cyclosporine is not recommended.  It is not known if this medicine is safe and effective in children less than 12 years of age with atopic dermatitis or nonsegmental vitiligo.

Orencia (abatacept) is a type of biologic that is given by intravenous infusion or subcutaneous (under the skin) injection which helps prevent your body's immune system from attacking healthy joints and other tissues and is approved for: Orencia works by helping to block T-cell activation in the immune system and belongs to the class of medicines known as selective T-cell costimulation modulators. Blocking T-cell activation interrupts the cycle that can lead to joint inflammation, pain, and destruction in certain forms of arthritis and acute graft versus host disease. T-cells are part of the immune system that helps to protect you from certain infections and cancers. It is not a cure for any autoimmune disorder and will only treat the symptoms of your condition. Orencia was first FDA-approved on 23 December 2005.

Orgovyx (relugolix) is a prescription medicine used to treat advanced prostate cancer (cancer that begins in the prostate [a male reproductive gland]) in adult men. Relugolix belongs to a class of medications called gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonists. Orgovyx tablets work by decreasing the amount of testosterone (a male hormone) produced by the body. This may slow or stop the spread of prostate cancer cells that need testosterone to grow.

Oriahnn contains a combination of elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone. Oriahnn is a prescription medicine used to control heavy menstrual bleeding in adult women with uterine fibroids. Oriahnn is not for use in women who have entered menopause.

Orladeyo is a treatment for hereditary angioedema (HAE) to help reduce the number of angioedema attacks in adults and children at least 12 years old. Orladeyo works by blocking a protein called kallikrein which results in a reduction of swelling and inflammation in hereditary angioedema. Orlando capsules are taken once daily. Hereditary angioedema is a rare and potentially life-threatening genetic disorder that causes an attack of rapid swelling in the face, throat, arms, legs or around the abdomen. Orladeyo is not used for treating an HAE attack that has already begun. In people with hereditary angioedema, overactive kallikrein increases levels of bradykinin, a protein that causes blood vessels to widen and leak. This leads to the swelling and inflammation of angioedema attacks. By inhibiting kallikrein, Orladeyo reduces the frequency of angioedema attacks.  Orladeyo mechanism of action is as a plasma kallikrein inhibitor, it binds to plasma kallikrein which decreases plasma kallikrein activity to control excess bradykinin generation in patients with HAE. Orladeyo (berotralstat) is from a group of medicines called kallikrein inhibitors.

Orlistat blocks some of the fat that you eat, keeping it from being absorbed by your body. Orlistat is used to aid in weight loss, or to help reduce the risk of regaining weight already lost. This medicine must be used together with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. Orlistat is for use only in adults that are overweight or obese. Xenical is the prescription-strength form of orlistat. The Alli brand is available without a prescription.

Orphenadrine is a muscle relaxer. Orphenadrine is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. Orphenadrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ortho Tri-Cyclen is a combination birth control pill containing the female hormones ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate. These hormones prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). Ortho Tri-Cyclen also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus. Ortho Tri-Cyclen is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. Ortho Tri-Cyclen is also used to treat moderate acne vulgaris in females who are at least 15 years old. This medicine should be used for the treatment of acne only if the patient desires an oral contraceptive for birth control.

Oseltamivir is an antiviral medication that blocks the actions of influenza virus types A and B in your body. Oseltamivir is used to treat influenza in people 2 weeks of age and older who have had flu symptoms for 2 days or less. Oseltamivir may also be given to prevent influenza in people who may have been exposed but do not yet have symptoms. This medicine will not treat the common cold. It is dangerous to purchase oseltamivir on the Internet or outside the United States. The sale and distribution of medicines outside the U.S. does not comply with safe-use regulations of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These medications may contain dangerous ingredients, or may not be distributed by a licensed pharmacy. Samples of "Tamiflu" purchased on the Internet have been found to contain cloxacillin, a type of antibiotic that can have dangerous side effects in people who are allergic to penicillin.

Osimertinib is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer that is positive for an abnormal "EGFR" gene. You doctor will test you for this gene. Osimertinib is sometimes given when the cancer has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic), or may come back after surgery. Osimertinib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Otezla (apremilast) is used to treat plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and Behçet's disease in specific patients. Otezla tablets help improve plaque psoriasis for clearer skin and reduce inflammation and symptoms such as pain, redness, and swelling in psoriatic arthritis and Behcet's disease by blocking the phosphodiesterase type 4 (PDE4) enzyme.  Otezla is from a class of medications called PDE4 inhibitors that work by increasing the level of cAMP (cyclic adenosine monophosphate), a messenger involved in cell signaling in our bodies. Otezla is not a biologic agent. Otezla received FDA approval on March 21, 2014, for psoriatic arthritis. Since then, it has also been FDA-approved to treat types of plaque psoriasis and Behcet’s disease in specific patients. It is not available as a generic medicine.

Oxaliplatin is a cytotoxic chemotherapy drug used to treat cancer. It is a type of platinum drug and an alkylating agent. Like other alkylating agents, oxaliplatin works by interfering with the development of DNA in a cell. It stops cells from growing and multiplying and kills them. This helps to treat cancer which is caused by cells rapidly growing and dividing out of control. Oxaliplatin was first approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2002.

Oxandrolone is a man-made steroid, similar to the naturally occurring steroid testosterone. Oxandrolone is an "anabolic" steroid that promotes the growth of muscle tissue. Oxandrolone is used to help you regain weight lost after surgery, severe trauma, or chronic infections. Oxandrolone is also used in people who cannot gain or maintain a healthy weight for unknown medical reasons. Oxandrolone is also used to decrease muscle loss caused by using steroid medicines, and to reduce bone pain in people with osteoporosis. Oxandrolone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Oxazepam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen) that is used to treat anxiety disorders. Oxazepam may also be used short-term to treat symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. Oxazepam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Oxcarbazepine is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain. Oxcarbazepine is used either alone or with other medicines to treat partial seizures. The Trileptal brand of oxcarbazepine is used as a single medicine in adults and children who are at least 4 years old. Trileptal is used with other medicines in adults and children who are at least 2 years old. The Oxtellar XR brand of oxcarbazepine is used with other medicines in adults and children who are at least 6 years old. Oxcarbazepine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Oxtellar XR (oxcarbazepine) is a once-a-day anticonvulsant drug used to treat partial-onset seizures in people with epilepsy. Oxtellar XR is an extended-release tablet, which means it slowly releases the drug steadily over the course of the day. After you take Oxtellar XR, your body processes the drug into an active form called licarbazepine - a metabolite - that is responsible for most of Oxtellar XR's antiepileptic activity. Oxcarbazepine undergoes a process called metabolism to produce licarbazepine, its active 10-monohydroxy metabolite (MHD). Oxtellar XR works to help prevent seizure spread in the intact brain. During a seizure many neurons or nerve cells fire at the same time, creating a surge of excessive electrical activity. Oxtellar XR is thought to work by blocking voltage-sensitive sodium channels (VSSC). VSSC are integral membrane proteins that play key roles in the electrical signaling of cells. It's thought that by blocking VSSC, Oxtellar XR helps to stabilize hyper-excited nerve cell membranes, stop repetitive neuronal firing and diminish impulses between nerve cells. Oxtellar XR also affects calcium channels and increases potassium conductance, and this may also contribute to its antiepileptic activity. Oxtellar XR was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2012. No generic versions of Oxteallar XR are available.

Oxybutynin reduces muscle spasms of the bladder and urinary tract. Oxybutynin is used to treat symptoms of overactive bladder, such as frequent or urgent urination, incontinence (urine leakage), and increased night-time urination. Oxybutynin is also used in children at least 5 years old with overactive bladder related to a neurologic condition such as spina bifida. Oxybutynin extended-release tablets are also used in children at least 6 years old with overactive bladder related to a neurologic condition such as spina bifida.

Oxycodone is an opioid medication used to treat moderate to severe pain when other pain treatments do not work well enough. Oxycodone helps reduce pain by activating opioid receptors in the nervous system, as it is an opioid agonist. Oxycodone can be used as a single-ingredient pain reliever (Oxycontin, Roxicodone) and is also available in combination with acetaminophen (Percocet). Oxycodone is a controlled substance Schedule II, which means it has an accepted medical use but may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence and has a high potential for abuse. Oxycodone is available in immediate-release or extended-release forms. The immediate-release tablets, capsules, and oral solution are used as needed for acute (short-term) pain, and the extended-release tablets are used around the clock to treat severe and chronic pain that requires longer treatment. Extended-release products should not be used for as-needed pain relief. Oxycodone is available as: Oxycodone should only be used when non-opioid analgesics or opioid combination products have not been tolerated, are not expected to be tolerated, or have not provided adequate pain relief or are not expected to provide adequate pain relief.  This medicine should only be used for an extended period of time if the pain remains severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and other treatment options continue to be inadequate. 

Oxycodone and acetaminophen combination is used to relieve pain severe enough to require opioid treatment and when other pain medicines did not work well enough or cannot be tolerated. Acetaminophen is used to relieve pain and reduce fever in patients. It does not become habit-forming when taken for a long time. But acetaminophen may cause other unwanted effects when taken in large doses, including liver damage. Oxycodone belongs to the group of medicines called narcotic analgesics (pain medicines). It acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain. When oxycodone is used for a long time, it may become habit-forming, causing mental or physical dependence. However, people who have continuing pain should not let the fear of dependence keep them from using narcotics to relieve their pain. Mental dependence (addiction) is not likely to occur when narcotics are used for this purpose. Physical dependence may lead to withdrawal side effects if treatment is stopped suddenly. However, severe withdrawal side effects can usually be prevented by gradually reducing the dose over a period of time before treatment is stopped completely. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription. Percocet® and Xartemis™ are available only under a restricted distribution program called the Opioid Analgesic REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy) program.

OxyContin is an opioid pain medication sometimes called a narcotic. OxyContin is a strong prescription medicine used when an opioid medicine is needed to manage severe pain enough to require daily around-the-clock, long-term treatment with an opioid, when other pain treatments such as non-opioid pain medicines or immediate-release opioid medicines do not treat your pain well enough or you cannot tolerate them. OxyContin is not to be used on an as-needed basis for pain that is not around-the-clock.

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Self-medication for temporary relief of nasal congestion associated with the common cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies. As effective as other topical vasoconstrictors. Labeled and has been used for self-medication for temporary relief of nasal congestion associated with sinusitis; however, efficacy data are lacking and/or controversial. In October 2005, FDA issued final rule to remove this indication from labeling of OTC nasal decongestants. Compliance date for preparations with annual sales <$25,000 is October 11, 2007; compliance date for all other preparations is April 11, 2007. Self-medication for temporary relief of ocular redness due to minor irritation. Has been used for self-medication for symptomatic prevention of otitic barotrauma† [off-label] (aerotitis [barotitis] media); however, no more effective than placebo.

Oxymetazoline is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Oxymetazoline nasal (for the nose) is for temporary relief of nasal congestion (stuffy nose) caused by allergies or the common cold. Oxymetazoline nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Oxytocin is a hormone that is used to induce labor or strengthen uterine contractions, or to control bleeding after childbirth. Oxytocin is also used to stimulate uterine contractions in a woman with an incomplete or threatened miscarriage. Oxytocin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ozanimod is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Ozanimod is used only if you have a specific genotype. Your doctor will test you for this genotype. Ozanimod is also used to treat adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. It is not known if this medicine is safe and effective in children.

Ozempic is used for type 2 diabetes to improve blood sugar levels and lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, or death for adults with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Ozempic for weight loss has been shown to be effective in clinical trials. Ozempic is given as a once-weekly injection under the skin of the belly, the thigh, or the upper arm using an autoinjector (pen). Ozempic works by helping the pancreas release more insulin, decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes, and slowing the rate food passes through your body, making you feel full longer. This helps to lower blood sugar levels and lowers the risk of a major cardiovascular event. Ozempic is a GLP-1 agonist that works the same way as a natural hormone made in our gut called GLP-1. GLP-1 controls insulin release and gut emptying and regulates appetite and food intake. Ozempic works by binding to GLP-1 receptors, which results in lower blood sugar and A1C levels and may also reduce appetite to help with weight loss. Ozempic is FDA-approved to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus and to lower the risk of major cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes. It should be used together with diet and exercise. Ozempic (semaglutide) should not be used for type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Pantoprazole is used to treat erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD) in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. Pantoprazole is usually given for up to 8 weeks at a time while your esophagus heals. Pantoprazole is also used to treat Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and other conditions involving excess stomach acid.

Paracetamol (Panadol, Calpol, Alvedon) is an analgesic and antipyretic drug that is used to temporarily relieve mild-to-moderate pain and fever. It is commonly included as an ingredient in cold and flu medications and is also used on its own. Paracetamol is exactly the same drug as acetaminophen (Tylenol). Paracetamol is the drug's name assigned using the International Nonproprietary Name (INN) generic name system. Paracetamol is the name used for the drug in places such as Europe, Australia, New Zealand and India. Acetaminophen is the generic name assigned using the United States Adopted Names (USAN) system. Acetaminophen is the name used in countries such as the US, Canada and Japan. Usually the INN and USAN generic names for a drug are the same and don't differ between countries. It is not clear exactly how paracetamol works. However, it is thought to work by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that let us know when we're in pain and by affecting the chemical messengers that regulate our body temperature. The evidence suggests that paracetamol inhibits the production of prostaglandins, which are made by the body to deal with illness and injury. It's also thought to act on the serotonergic, opioid, nitric oxide and cannabinoid pathways. Paracetamol was first made in 1878, but only became more widely used in the 1950s. Today paracetamol is one of the most widely used painkillers in the world. Branded and generic versions of this drug are available.

Paragard is a copper IUD (intrauterine device) used to prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years. Paragard IUD prevents pregnancy by continuously releasing copper, which interferes with sperm transport, fertilization of an egg, and possibly prevention of implantation. When Paragard IUD is inserted it can provide up to 10 years of contraception, and can be removed by a healthcare provider at any time if you decide you want to get pregnant. Paragard IUD is a small, flexible plastic “T” shaped device with copper wrapped around the stem and placed on arms of the “T”. Two thin white threads are attached to the stem (lower end) of the device. The device is inserted into the space inside the uterus, with the threads protruding from the cervix into the vagina. The threads are the only part of Paragard you can feel when it is in your uterus. Paragard does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) or other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Paragard is an IUD contraceptive used by women who want birth control that is: 

Paroxetine is an antidepressant that belongs to group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paroxetine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression, anxiety, or other disorders. Paroxetine is used to treat depression, including major depressive disorder. Paroxetine is also used to treat panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)>. The Brisdelle brand of paroxetine is used to treat hot flashes related to menopause. Brisdelle is not for treating any other conditions.

Paxil is an antidepressant that belongs to group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paroxetine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression, anxiety, or other disorders. Paxil is used to treat depression, including major depressive disorder. Paxil is also used to treat panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

Paxlovid is an antiviral medication used to treat COVID-19 to help decrease symptoms or avoid severe illness in certain patients. Paxlovid works by stopping the virus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) from multiplying. Paxlovid should be taken as soon as possible after diagnosis of COVID-19.  Paxlovid contains two medications called nirmatrelvir (pink tablets) and ritonavir (white tablets).  Paxlovid may be prescribed for an individual patient by physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, and physician assistants licensed or authorized under state law to prescribe drugs. It may also be prescribed for an individual patient by a state-licensed pharmacist under specific conditions.

Pentasa affects a substance in the body that causes inflammation, tissue damage, and diarrhea. Pentasa is used to treat mild to moderate ulcerative colitis in adults. Ucerative colitis is associated with inflammation, ulcers and sores in the bowel causing bleeding, stomach pain, and diarrhoea. Pentasa is also used off-label in the USA as a treatment for Crohn’s disease. Use of Pentasa to treat Crohn’s disease is officially approved in some other countries.

Pepcid is a histamine-2 blocker that works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. Pepcid is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines. It also treats conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Pepcid also treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions in which acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus, causing heartburn.

Percocet contains a combination of acetaminophen and oxycodone. Oxycodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of oxycodone. Percocet is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Due of the risks of addiction, abuse, and misuse, even at recommended doses, Percocet is only prescribed when treatment with non-opioid pain relieving medication has not been tolerated or has not provided adequate pain relief.

Phenazopyridine is a pain reliever that affects the lower part of your urinary tract (bladder and urethra). Phenazopyridine is used to treat urinary symptoms such as pain or burning, increased urination, and increased urge to urinate. These symptoms can be caused by infection, injury, surgery, catheter, or other conditions that irritate the bladder. Phenazopyridine will treat urinary symptoms, but this medication will not treat a urinary tract infection.. Take any antibiotic that your doctor prescribes to treat an infection. Phenazopyridine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Phenergan belongs to a group of drugs called phenothiazines. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Promethazine also acts as an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body. Phenergan is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes. Phenergan also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid. Phenergan is not for use in treating symptoms of asthma, pneumonia, or other lower respiratory tract infections.

Phenobarbital is a barbiturate (bar-BIT-chur-ate). Phenobarbital slows the activity of your brain and nervous system. Phenobarbital is used to treat or prevent seizures. Phenobarbital is also used short-term as a sedative to help you relax. Phenobarbital may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Phentermine is used to speed weight loss in overweight people. It is used together with diet and exercise to treat obesity, especially in people with risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes. Phentermine is similar to an amphetamine. It stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increases your heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite. Phentermine belongs to a class of medications called anorectics. It works by reducing your appetite.

Oral and nasal phenylephrine are used as nasal decongestants to temporarily unblock a nose or relieve sinus pressure in people with nasal and sinus congestion caused by colds, allergies, or hay fever. While phenylephrine can provide some symptom relief, it doesn't treat the underlying cause or speed recovery. Injectable phenylephrine may be used in a hospital setting to increase blood pressure in adults with significantly low blood pressure caused primarily by vasodilation (a widening of the blood vessels), as a result of septic shock or anesthesia. Phenylephrine works by directly stimulating receptors in the blood vessels of the nose and other parts of the body (called alpha-1 adrenergic receptors), causing vasoconstriction (narrowing of the blood vessels). This reduces nasal congestion by preventing fluid from draining from the blood vessels into the tissues lining the nasal passages. At higher dosages, phenylephrine increases blood pressure and reduces heart rate and cardiac output (particularly in people with preexisting heart disease). Phenylephrine has been available for over 60 years, which means it wasn't subject to the same rigorous scrutiny by the FDA as newer medicines. 

Phenytoin is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. Phenytoin works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures. Phenytoin is used to control seizures. It does not treat all types of seizures, and your doctor will determine if it is the right medicine for you.

Phexxi contains a combination of lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate and is used to prevent pregnancy when used just before vaginal sex in women who can become pregnant. Phexxi is an on-demand method of birth control that does not contain hormones. It does not prevent pregnancy when used after vaginal sex. Phexxi belongs to a class of medications called non-hormonal contraceptives. It works by lowering the pH of the vagina and reducing sperm motility. Phexxi may be used in combination with other methods of birth control (including a condom, diaphragm, birth control pills, patches, inserts, implants, or injections). Phexxi may prevent pregnancy, but this medication will not prevent the spread of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV, the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome [AIDS]) and other sexually transmitted diseases. Avoid using this medicine in combination with a vaginal ring.

Phytonadione injectable emulsion is indicated for the treatment of the following coagulation disorders which are due to faulty formation of factors II, VII, IX and X when caused by vitamin K deficiency or interference with vitamin K activity: Phytonadione injectable emulsion is indicated for prophylaxis and treatment of vitamin K-deficiency bleeding in neonates.

Pioglitazone is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Pioglitazone is not for treating type 1 diabetes. Pioglitazone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Plan B One-Step is a morning-after pill (emergency contraceptive pill) used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or failure of other forms of birth control (such as condom breakage, or a missed dose of birth control pills). The Plan B pill works by temporarily delaying the release of an egg from the ovary (ovulation), so it helps to prevent pregnancy before it starts.  Plan B (levonorgestrel, 1.5 mg) should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex or birth control failure, and the sooner it is taken, the better it works.  Any person, regardless of age or gender can purchase Plan B One-Step right off the shelf without a prescription or ID requirement at all major retailers in the U.S. The Plan B pill is a backup method of preventing pregnancy and should not be used as a regular form of birth control. Talk with your doctor or healthcare professional about the many forms of birth control available.

Plaquenil is used to treat or prevent malaria, a disease caused by parasites that enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Hydroxychloroquine is not effective against all strains of malaria, or against malaria in areas where the infection has been resistant to a similar drug called chloroquine. Plaquenil is also used to treat symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and discoid or systemic lupus erythematosus.

Plavix prevents platelets in your blood from sticking together to form an unwanted blood clot that could block an artery. Plavix is used to lower your risk of having a stroke, blood clot, or serious heart problem after you've had a heart attack, severe chest pain (angina), or circulation problems. Plavix may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Polyethylene glycol 3350 is a laxative solution that increases the amount of water in the intestinal tract to stimulate bowel movements. Polyethylene glycol 3350 is used as a laxative to treat occasional constipation or irregular bowel movements. Polyethylene glycol 3350 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Potassium is a mineral that is found in many foods and is needed for several functions of your body, especially the beating of your heart. Potassium chloride is used to prevent or to treat low blood levels of potassium (hypokalemia). Potassium levels can be low as a result of a disease or from taking certain medicines, or after a prolonged illness with diarrhea or vomiting.

Pradaxa (dabigatran) belongs to a class of anticoagulant medications called direct thrombin inhibitors. Dabigatran works by preventing blood clots from forming in the body. Pradaxa is used to treat blood clots deep in the body (deep vein thrombosis, DVT) and lungs (pulmonary embolism, PE) in adults who have received blood thinners by injection for 5 to 10 days. Pradaxa is used to treat blood clots in children aged 3 months to less than 18 years of age who have been treated with an injectable blood thinner for at least 5 days. Pradaxa is used in adults and children aged 3 months to less than 18 years of age to lower the risk of a blood clot coming back after receiving treatment for blood clots. Pradaxa is also used after hip replacement surgery to prevent a blood clot deep in the body (deep vein thrombosis, DVT) or lungs (pulmonary embolism, PE). Pradaxa is also used to lower the risk of stroke and blood clots in adults with atrial fibrillation (a heart rhythm disorder). This medicine is used when the atrial fibrillation is not caused by a heart valve problem.

Praluent (alirocumab) is an injectable medicine that is given under your skin (subcutaneously) which may be used in adults with:  Praluent may also be used in children aged 8 years and older with HeFH to reduce LDL-C, alongside dietary changes and other LDL-lowering treatments. Praluent works by helping your liver reduce levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL) circulating in your blood. It does this by blocking the effects of the PCSK9 enzyme, which is an enzyme that binds to LDL receptors preventing LDL from being removed from the blood. This results in more receptors being available to remove LDL from the blood, which decreases LDL blood levels. Praluent was first FDA-approved on July 24, 2015.

Pramipexole has some of the same effects as a chemical called dopamine, which occurs naturally in your body. Low levels of dopamine in the brain are associated with Parkinson's disease. Pramipexole is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease (stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control). Pramipexole is also used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS). Only immediate-release pramipexole (Mirapex) is approved to treat either Parkinson symptoms or RLS. Extended-release pramipexole (Mirapex ER) is approved only to treat Parkinson symptoms. Parkinson's and RLS are two separate disorders. Having one of these conditions will not cause you to have the other condition. Pramipexole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Pravastatin belongs to a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins." Pravastatin is used together with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood). Pravastatin is also used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with or without coronary heart disease or other risk factors. Pravastatin is used in adults and children who are at least 8 years old.

Prazosin is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack. Prazosin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Prednisolone is a corticosteroid that may be used to reduce inflammation and calm down an overactive immune system. It works by mimicking the effects of cortisol, a hormone released by the adrenal glands (located on top of the kidneys) that regulates metabolism and stress. Prednisolone prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Prednisolone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, allergic disorders, gland (endocrine) disorders, and conditions that affect the skin, eyes, lungs, stomach, nervous system, or blood cells. Prednisolone has predominantly glucocorticoid activity, which means it mainly affects our immune response and reduces inflammation, rather than affecting the body's balance of electrolytes and water (this is called mineralocorticoid activity). Prednisolone was FDA approved in 1955.

Prednisone is a corticosteroid medicine used to decrease inflammation and  keep your immune system in check, if it is overactive. Prednisone is used to treat allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and many more conditions.

Pregabalin was originally FDA approved in 2004 as an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. It works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures. Pregabalin also affects chemicals in the brain that send pain signals across the nervous system. Pregabalin is used to treat pain caused by fibromyalgia, or nerve pain in people with diabetes (diabetic neuropathy), herpes zoster (post-herpetic neuralgia), or spinal cord injury. Pregabalin is also used with other medications to treat partial-onset seizures in adults and children aged at least 1 month.

Premarin tablets contain conjugated estrogens, a mixture of estrogen hormones. Estrogen is a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for many processes in the body. Premarin is used to treat menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal changes, and to prevent osteoporosis (bone loss) in menopausal women. Premarin is also used to replace estrogen in women with ovarian failure or other conditions that cause a lack of natural estrogen in the body. You should not use Premarin if you have: undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, liver disease, a bleeding disorder, if you will have major surgery, or if you have ever had a heart attack, a stroke, a blood clot, or cancer of the breast, uterus/cervix, or vagina. Do not use if you are pregnant. Premarin may increase your risk of developing a condition that may lead to uterine cancer. Report any unusual vaginal bleeding right away. Using this medicine can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack, or cancer of the breast, uterus, or ovaries. Estrogen should not be used to prevent heart disease, stroke, or dementia. Have regular physical exams and self-examine your breasts for lumps on a monthly basis while using Premarin.

Prilosec is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Prilosec is used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions caused by excess stomach acid. Omeprazole is also used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid). Prilosec may also be given together with antibiotics to treat gastric ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Over-the-counter Prilosec OTC is used in adults to help control heartburn that occurs 2 or more days per week. Prilosec OTC must be taken as a course for 14 days in a row.

Primidone is an anticonvulsant that is used alone or with other medications to control seizures in adults and children. Primidone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Pristiq is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Desvenlafaxine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression. Pristiq is used to treat major depressive disorder. Pristiq may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Albuterol inhalers are used in adults and children at least 4 years old to to treat or prevent narrowing and swelling inside the lungs (bronchospasm) that may cause breathing problems. Albuterol inhalers are also used to prevent breathing problems while exercising. ProAir HFA solution is used to treat acute bronchospasm attacks in children at least 2 years old with asthma. ProAir HFA may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Probuphine is an opioid medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Probuphine implants are used to treat narcotic addiction in certain people whose addiction has already been treated and controlled with other forms of buprenorphine (such as Subutex or Suboxone). Probuphine implants are for adults and teenagers who are at least 16 years old. Probuphine implants are available only from a certified pharmacy under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of using this medicine. The implants are not for use as a pain medication.

To control severe nausea and vomiting. For the treatment of schizophrenia. Prochlorperazine has not been shown effective in the management of behavioral complications in patients with mental retardation.

Progesterone is a naturally occurring hormone important for the regulation of ovulation and menstruation. Progesterone is produced in high amounts in females by the ovaries. It is also produced in smaller amounts by the adrenal glands both males and females. Progesterone is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not yet reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of progesterone in the body. It is also used to prevent overgrowth in the lining of the uterus in postmenopausal women who are receiving estrogen hormone replacement therapy. Progesterone should not be used to prevent heart disease or dementia, because this medicine may actually increase your risk of developing these conditions.

Prolia (denosumab) is an injection that is administered subcutaneously (under the skin) once every 6 months by a healthcare provider to: Bone is always breaking down and reforming. Everyone has osteoclasts that dissolve old and damaged bone and osteoblasts that form new bones and add growth to existing bone tissue. Prolia works by stopping the formation of osteoclasts before they can reach and damage the bone. It binds to RANKL, which is a protein on the membrane of osteoclasts that is essential for their formation, function, and survival. This inhibits osteoclast formation, which decreases bone resorption and increases bone mass and strength in both cortical (hard bone) and trabecular (spongy bone) bone. Prolia is a monoclonal antibody that targets and inhibits RANK ligand (RANKL). Prolia was FDA-approved on June 1, 2010. Xgeva is another brand of denosumab approved on the same date that may be used to prevent bone fractures, other skeletal conditions, and high blood calcium levels in certain people with cancer. Xgeva and Prolia have different dosages and uses and are not interchangeable (see Xgeva vs Prolia: How do they compare? for more information). Jubbonti (denosumab-bbdz) is an interchangeable biosimilar to Prolia that was FDA-approved on 5 March 2024. An interchangeable biosimilar is a biological product that can be substituted in the pharmacy for the reference biologic because there are no clinically meaningful differences in safety, purity, and potency.

Promacta is a man-made form of a protein that stimulates cells in the bone marrow to produce more platelets (blood-clotting cells). Eltrombopag belongs to a class of medications called thrombopoietin receptor agonists. Promacta is used to increase the number of platelets (cells that help the blood clot) to decrease the risk of bleeding in adults and children one year of age and older who have chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP; an ongoing condition that may cause unusual bruising or bleeding due to an abnormally low number of platelets in the blood) and who have not been helped or cannot be treated with other treatments, including medications or surgery to remove the spleen. Promacta is also used to increase the number of platelets in people who have hepatitis C (a viral infection that may damage the liver) so that they can begin and continue treatment with interferon (Peginterferon, Pegintron, others) and ribavirin (Rebetol). Promacta is also used in combination with other medications to treat aplastic anemia (condition in which the body does not make enough new blood cells) in adults and children 2 years of age and older. Promacta is also used to treat aplastic anemia in adults who have not been helped with other medications. Promacta is used to increase the number of platelets enough to decrease the risk of bleeding in people with ITP or aplastic anemia, or to allow treatment with interferon and ribavirin in people with hepatitis C. However it is not used to increase the number of platelets to a normal level. Promacta should not be used to treat people who have low numbers of platelets due to conditions other than ITP, hepatitis C, or aplastic anemia. Promacta is not for use in treating myelodysplastic syndrome (also called "preleukemia").

Promethazine is in a group of drugs called phenothiazines (FEEN-oh-THYE-a-zeens). It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Promethazine also acts as an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body. Promethazine is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes. It also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid. Promethazine is not for use in treating symptoms of asthma, pneumonia, or other lower respiratory tract infections.

Propranolol is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). Propranolol is used to treat tremors, angina (chest pain), hypertension (high blood pressure), heart rhythm disorders, and other heart or circulatory conditions. It is also used to treat or prevent heart attack, and to reduce the severity and frequency of migraine headaches. Hemangeol (propranolol oral liquid 4.28 milligrams) is given to infants 5 weeks to 1 year old to treat a genetic condition called infantile hemangiomas. Hemangiomas are caused by blood vessels grouping together in an abnormal way. These blood vessels form benign (non-cancerous) growths that can develop into ulcers or red marks on the skin. Hemangiomas can also cause more serious complications inside the body (in the liver, brain, or digestive system).

Protonix is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Protonix is used to treat erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD) in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. Pantoprazole is usually given for up to 8 weeks at a time while your esophagus heals. Protonix is also used to treat Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and other conditions involving excess stomach acid.

Provenge contains a protein that stimulates the body's immune system to help it respond against certain cancer cells. Provenge is an immunotherapy medicine used to treat advanced prostate cancer in men. Provenge is mixed with certain immune cells drawn from your own blood, and the mixture is later injected into your body. This type of treatment is called autologous immunotherapy. Provenge is usually given after surgery or other medications have been tried without success.

Provigil is a medication that promotes wakefulness. It is thought to work by altering the natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Provigil is used to treat excessive sleepiness caused by sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or shift work sleep disorder. Provigil may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Prozac is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. Fluoxetine affects certain chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that communicate between brain cells and helps people with depression, panic, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Prozac is used to treat major depressive disorder, bulimia nervosa (an eating disorder), obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Prozac is sometimes used together with another medication called olanzapine (Zyprexa) to treat manic depression caused by bipolar disorder. This combination is also used to treat depression after at least 2 other medications have been tried without successful treatment of symptoms. If you also take olanzapine (Zyprexa), read the Zyprexa medication guide and all patient warnings and instructions provided with that medication.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Pseudoephedrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes. Pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Pyridium is a pain reliever that affects the lower part of your urinary tract (bladder and urethra). Pyridium is used to treat urinary symptoms such as pain or burning, increased urination, and increased urge to urinate. These symptoms can be caused by infection, injury, surgery, catheter, or other conditions that irritate the bladder. Pyridium will treat urinary symptoms, but this medication will not treat a urinary tract infection.. Take any antibiotic that your doctor prescribes to treat an infection.

Qalsody (tofersen) is a prescription medicine used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in adults who have a specific genetic mutation in the superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) gene. Qalsody is the first FDA-approved treatment that targets a genetic cause of ALS to slow progression of ALS. Qalsody works by reducing the amount of a toxic protein (SOD1 protein) that causes damage to motor neurons and the symptoms of ALS . ALS  patients who have a mutation in the SOD1 gene (SOD1-ALS) make a toxic misfolded form of SOD1 protein that damages the motor neurons which causes muscle weakness, loss of function, and in time even death. Qalsody is an antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) that lowers the amount the toxic SOD1 protein made by binding to SOD1 mRNA, which may help slow the progression of ALS.

Qbrelis is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure in adults and children at least 6 years old. Qbrelis is also used in adults to treat congestive heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Qbrelis may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.