Top 500 Drugs 2013

• Amoxil,Amoxicot etc.
• Infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory system, skin, subcutaneous tissue, GIT, genitourinary system, as well as Gonorrhea, and Tonsillitis

Aminopenicillin Antibiotic.

• Diarrhea
• Notes; May interact with birth control and other antibiotics. Do not use if you have a penicillin allergy.

• Agumentin, Amoclan
• Otis media (ear infection), Community acquired pneumonia, UTI, infection of the skin, subcutaneous tissue or lower respiratory, and Sinusitis
• Antibiotic.

• Diarrhea, diaper rash, mycosis
• Notes; Normally used for children, For use in adults this may interact with anti coagulants and birth control.

• Zithromax
• Infective exacerbation of COPD, otitis media, Bacterial conjunctivitis, Bacterial sinusitis, Chancroid (STD), Community acquired pneumonia, Gonorrhea, Infections of the skin and/or subcutaneous tissue, cervicitis, urethritis, PID, Strep
• Macrolide antibiotic
• Diarrhea, vomiting, nausea. 
• Notes: Comes in ophthalmic solution, may interact with Warfarin, Digoxin, and antacids. 

Omnicef

Acute otitis media, Bronchitis, Community acquired pneumonia, Infection of skin AND/OR subcutaneous tissue,Maxillary sinusitis, Tonsillitis

3rd Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic

• Nausea, vomiting, headache, or Candida vaginitis
• Notes: do not take with antacids or other antibiotics

Zinacef, Alti-Cefuroxime

Gonorrhea, Infection of the bone, skin, and subcutaneous tissue, Postoperative infection; Prophylaxis, Septicemia, UTI

2nd Generation Cephalosporin, antibiotic

Eosinophilia (high white blood cell count)

Notes: IV injection and injectable solution, although other conjugates also come in tablet form, Best taken with food

Bio-Cef, Keflex

Otitis media, UTI, LRI, Strep, Osteomyelitis, and infections of the skin of SubQ

1st Generation Cephalosporin, antibiotic

Diarrhea, abdominal pain

Cipro

Bacterial prostatitis/sinusitis, Febrile neutropenia, Bronchitis, Gonorrhea, Anthrax inhlation, Infection of the bone, lower respiratory, skin, or SubQ, Infectious diarrheal disease, Infectious disease of abdomen, Nosocomial pneumonia, Pyelonephritis (bacteria in kidneys), Typhoid fever and UTI

Fluoroquinolone, antibiotic

Notes: Chance of any AE is under 4%, may interact with caffeine, multivitamins, antacids, and diabetes medication. May cause drowsiness/dizziness.

Biaxin

Acute otitis media,Acute infective exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, Community acquired pneumonia, Disseminated infection due to Mycobacterium (also Prophylaxis due to HIV infection), Helicobacter pylori gastrointestinal tract infection, Infection of skin AND/OR subcutaneous tissue, Strep, Maxillary sinusitis, Mycobacterium avium complex infection

Macrolide, antibiotic

• Disorder of taste, and headache
• Notes; Interacts with antibiotics, sleep medications and cholesterol medications

Cleocin

Bacterial infectious disease (Severe), Infection of skin AND/OR subcutaneous tissue (Severe), Infectious disease of abdomen,LRI (Severe), Empyema, abscess, pneumonitis, PID, Septicemia, Bacterial vaginosis, Acne, 

Lincosamide, antibiotic

• Diarrhea, Nausea, Rash, Candida vaginitis
• Notes; Phosphate conjugate can be used to treat vaginal infections and come in a variety of topical products and suppositories

Adoxa, Monodox, Oracea

Acinetobacter infection, Acne, Actinomycotic infection, Amebic, Bartonellosis, Brucellosis, Chancroid (STD), Chlamydia,Cholera, Clostridial infection, Epididymitis, Gonorrhea, Granuloma, Conjunctivitis, Infection due to Enterobacteriaceae, Infection due to E.coli, Inhalational anthrax, Postexposure and prophylaxis, Syphilis, Listeriosis, Lymphogranuloma venereum, Malaria(Prophylaxis), Nongonococcal urethritis, Plague, Psittacosis, Q fever, Relapsing fever, Respiratory tract infection, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Rosacea, inflammatory lesions (papules and pustules), Shigellosis, Spotted fevers, Staphylococcal infection of skin, Tularemia(Postexposure), Typhus group rickettsial disease, UTI, Vincent's infection, Yaws

• Tetracycline, antiacne, antibiotic
• Notes: No AEs above 10% chance however this drug is known of cause sun sensitivity. Also reduces the effectiveness of birth control pills

Levaquin, Quixin

Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, Bacterial conjunctivitis /prostatitis /sinusitis, Community acquired pneumonia, UTI, Infection of skin AND/OR subcutaneous tissue, Inhalational anthrax (Postexposure &Prophylaxis), Nosocomial pneumonia, Plague, Pyelonephritis, 

Fluoroquinolone, antibiotic

• Headache
• Notes: May interact with dairy products, NSAIDS, multivitamins, warfarin, and antacids.May cause patient to become sun sensitive or dizzy.

Cleeravue-M, Minocin, Dynacin, Myrac, Solodyn

Acne, Amebic dysentery, Anthrax, Bacterial infectious disease, Chlamydia, Disease caused by rickettsiae, Inclusion conjunctivitis, Infection due to Mycobacterium marinum, Infection of skin, Meningococcal infectious disease, Periodontitis, Respiratory tract infection, Syphilis, Ureaplasma urealyticum infection, UTI

Tetracycline, antibiotic

• Headache, Fatigue, Dizziness
• Notes; can be used IV, reduces the effect of birth control, may cause sun sensitivity, take 1 hour before, 2 hours after meals, and NOT right before bedtime as it might cause throat irratation (unless stomach problems occur),

Furadantin,

UTI

Nitrofuran, antibiotic

• Loss of appetite, Nausea and vomiting
• Notes:only comes in suspension, take with food/milk, may cause brown urine.

Veetids

Bacterial endocarditis (Prophylaxis), Chorea (Recurrent &Prophylaxis), Rheumatic fever(Prophylaxis), Erysipelas, Strept, Fusospirochetosis, Vincent's infection, Infection of skin AND/OR subcutaneous tissue, Staphylococcal, Pneumococcal otitis media, Respiratory tract infection, Rheumatic fever,Scarlet fever, URI

Penicillin, antibiotic

• Black hairy tongue, Diarrhea, Epigastric discomfort, Nausea, Vomiting
• Notes: may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills, interacts with some vaccines.

Bactrim, Septra

Acute infective exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Acute otitis media, Pneumocystis pneumonia due to HIV infection(Prophylaxis or Current), Pneumocystis pneumonia (Prophylaxis or Current) Shigellosis, Traveler's diarrhea, UTI

Sulfonamide Combination

• Loss of appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Rash, Hives
• Notes: may interact with ACE inhibitors and Diuretics. Drink plenty of water. May cause sun sensitivty.

Cefzil

Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, Acute otitis media, Bronchitis, Infection of skin AND/OR subcutaneous tissue, Pharyngitis, Sinusitis, Tonsillitis

2nd Generation Cephalosporin, antibiotic

Notes; No common AE over 10%. May interact with diuretics or other antibiotics.

Ery-Tab

Acne, Rheumatic fever(Prophylaxis), Bacterial endocarditis(Prophylaxis), Bacterial infection of eye, Chlamydia, Diphtheria, Erythrasma, PID, Gonococcal conjunctivitis neonatorum(Prophylaxis), Infection due to Entamoeba, Infection of skin AND/OR subcutaneous tissue, Legionnaires disease, Listeriosis, Neonatal chlamydial conjunctivitis(Prophylaxis and Current), Nongonococcal urethritis, Pertussis, Respiratory tract infection, Syphilis

Macrolide, Antiacne, antibiotic

• Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Stomach cramps, Vomiting
• Notes; comes in many different DF such as ophthalmic ointment, topical gels/solutions as well as caps/tabs. This medication is better not taken with food. Do NOT take with cholesterol medications

Mycobutin

Disseminated infection due to Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare group Prophylaxis in people with HIV infection

Rifamycin, Antitubercular

• rash, diarrhea, taste changes, dyspepsia, or nausea.
• Notes; Does NOT have a generic. Take with food if prone to nausea. Interacts with other antibiotics and birth controls.

Avelox

Acute infective exacerbation of COPD, Bacterial conjunctivitis/ sinusitis, Community acquired pneumonia, Infection of skin AND/OR subcutaneous tissue, Infectious disease of abdomen

Fluoroquinolone, Antibiotic

Notes: NO generic. AE's all under 10% however drug may cause phototoxicity. Comes in tablet, IV and ophthalmic solution.

Diflucan

Candidiasis (Prophylaxis for bone marrow transplants) Candidal vulvovaginitis, Candidemia, Candidiasis, Candidiasis of the esophagus, Candidiasis of urogenital site, Cryptococcal meningitis, Oropharyngeal candidiasis

Triazole, antifungal

• Headache
• Notes:may interact with birth control.Avoid alcohol as it increase damage to the liver.

Flagyl, Metrogel, Noritate

Abscess, Amebic dysentery, Amebic liver abscess, Anaerobic infection, Bacterial meningitis, Bacterial vaginosis, Rosacea, Trichomoniasis

Nitroimidazole, antiacne, antibacterial. 

• Nausea, headache, Candida infection of genital region, Vaginal discharge
• Notes: Comes in many different DF (creams, gels, solutions and tabs etc.) Avoid Alcohol at all possible as it increases AEs. Avoid sexual contact till treatment is over.

Bio-Statin, Mycostatin, 

Candidal vulvovaginitis, Candidiasis of skin, Cutaneous and mucocutaneous infections, Gastrointestinal candidiasis, Oropharyngeal candidiasis

Polyene, antifungal

• Hypersensitivity reaction, and skin reactions
• Notes: comes in topical powder/cream/ ointments, oral solution/tablets and vaginal tablets. Refrain from sexual contact till treatment is over.

Lamisil

Dermal mycosis, Onychomycosis, Tinea capitis

Allylamine, antifungal

• Headache
• Notes: Comes in OTC. DF - topical cream/spray or tabs. Drug may cause photosensitivity

Terazol 3, Terazol 7

Candidal vulvovaginitis

Triazole, antifungal

• Headache 
• Notes; take at bedtime, Comes as a vaginal cream.

Grifulvin

Onychomycosis due to dermatophyte,Tinea barbae,Tinea capitis,Tinea corporis,Tinea cruris,Tinea pedis 

Antifungal

• rash, urticaria, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or headache, as well as sun-sensitivity.
• Notes: Chance of birth defects while on this medication are very high women use good contraception for 1 month after use men use it for 6 months to be safe. Take medication after high fat meal.

Nebupent, Pentam

 Pneumocystis pneumonia (Prophlaxsis in HIV patients and people who currently have it)

Antiprotozoal

• Nausea or hypoglycemia. 
• Note: No generic available. Talk to patient about signs of hypoglycemia and what to do if it happens. Supplied via inhalation powder (nebulizer) or powder for injection.

Zovirax

Genital herpes, Herpes simplex, Herpes zoster, Varicella

Viral DNA Polymerase Inhibitor,Guanosine Nucleoside Analog, Antiviral

• Malaise(generalized feeling of discomfort)
• Notes: Maintain adequate hydration. Supplied in creams, ointments, suspensions capsules or tablets.

Famvir

Herpes zoster, Recurrent genital herpes

Guanosine Nucleoside Analog, Antiviral

• Nausea, Headache
• Notes; This drug does not protect against the virus please use safe sex techniques.

Valtrex

Genital herpes simplex, Initial and recurrent episodes, Herpes labialis, Herpes zoster, Recurrent genital herpes simplex, Varicella

Viral DNA Polymerase Inhibitor,Guanosine Nucleoside Analog, Antiviral

• Headache, Nausea, Fatigue. 
• Notes: Available OTC. Maintain adequate hydration and practice safe sex.

Tamiflu

Influenza, Virus types A and B (treatment and Prophylaxis) 

Neuraminidase Inhibitor, Influenza A&B Virus, Antiviral

• Nausea, Vomiting 
• Notes; No generic available. Do not take with live vaccine or warfarin.

Plavix

Prophylaxis of all the following; Acute ST segment elevation myocardial infarction, Cerebrovascular, Myocardial infarction, Percutaneous coronary intervention, Peripheral arterial occlusive disease

ADP-Induced Aggregation Inhibitor, Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor

• Non-Major Bleeding
• Notes: Check interactions with other medications.

Coumadin, Jantoven

A. fib (treatment and Prophylaxis), Myocardial reinfarction (Prophylaxis), Prosthetic cardiac valve component embolism (treatment and Prophylaxis), Pulmonary embolism (treatment and Prophylaxis), Thrombosis, Venous thromboembolism (Treatment and Prophylaxis)

Coumarin, Anticoagulant

• Alopecia(hair loss)
• Notes: Use reconstituted solution within 4 hours. Comes in tablet or IV powder. Avoid alcohol while taking this drug. Interacts with many antibiotics and herbals.

Aggrenox

Thromboembolic stroke(Prophylaxis)

Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor, Phosphodiesterase Inhibitor/Salicylate, Aspirin Combination

• Abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, arthralgia, headache, pain, fatigue, bronchospasm, or angioedema (deep swelling around eyes and lips and sometimes hands and feet).
• Notes; No generic available. Try to limit alcohol consumption to under 3 drinks. Do not take additional OTC asprin.

Effient

Thrombosis prophylaxis in patients who undergo  percutaneous coronary intervention

ADP-Induced Aggregation Inhibitor, Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor

• Epistaxis, hemoptysis, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, bruising, hypertension, headache, back pain, dyspnea, nausea, and dizziness
• Notes; No generic available. Avoid drugs that may increase bleeding risk (warfarin, aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen), including over-the-counter and herbal drugs. Crushing tablet is okay.

Elmiron

Chronic interstitial cystitis (inflammation of the bladder) relief of bladder pain or discomfort

Cystitis Agent

Notes:No generic available. No AEs above 10%. Advise patient to take drug with water at least 1 h before or 2 h after meals.

Pradaxa

Prophylaxis of A. Fib. 

Thrombin Inhibitor, Anticoagulant

• Unusual bruising, dyspepsia, and gastritis-like symptoms, and bleeding is very common. 
• Notes: No generic available. May interact with other anticoagulants and heart medications. Report uncontrolled bleeding to doctor.   

Nosvasc

Angina, Hypertension.

Calcium Channel Blocker, Cardiovascular Agent, Dihydropyridine

• Palpitations, peripheral edema, fatigue, headaches, abdominal pain, nausea, or flushing.
• Notes; Do not take with statins or other CCB. :)

Tenormin

Acute myocardial infarction, Angina pectoris, Hypertension

Beta-Adrenergic Blocker, Cardiovascular Agent

• Bradyarrhythmia, cold extremities, fatigue, insomnia, or depression
• Notes; This drug should be taken on an empty stomach.Do not take with medications of the same class or with anti-diabetic medications.

Tenoretic

Hypertension

Beta-Adrenergic Blocker, Cardioselective/Thiazide Combination

• Cold extremities, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, headache, depression, Raynaud's phenomenon, hyperglycemia, impotence, lupus erythematosus.
• Notes;  Tell patients to rise slowly due to risk of orthostatic hypertension. May cause dizziness refrain from high coordinated activities until you know how the drug affects you.

Lotensin

Hypertension

ACE Inhibitor, Antihypertensive

• Symptomatic hypotension, cough, headaches, somnolence, and postural dizziness 
• Notes: Do not take this medication if pregnant. May interact with ANGIOTENSIN II RECEPTOR BLOCKERS, potassium, Lithium, etc. 

Lotensin HCT

Second line therapy for hypertension. 

ACE Inhibitor/Thiazide Combination

• Dizziness, headache, fatigue, or cough
• Notes; Maintain adequate hydration to prevent hypotension. May interact with diabetes medications, NSAIDS, Diuretics, Lithium, and other blood pressure medications.

Zebeta

Hypertension

Beta-Adrenergic Blocker, Cardiovascular Agent

• Bradyarrhythmia, cold extremities, hypotension, dyspepsia, dizziness, headache, dyssomnia, upper respiratory infection, or fatigue.
• Notes: May interact with  medicines for high blood pressure or those which control heart rhythm.

Ziac

Hypertension. 

Beta-Adrenergic Blocker, Cardioselective/Thiazide Combination

• Cough, headache, dizziness, insomnia, or electrolyte imbalances
• Notes: Available OTC. May interact with other cardiovascular medications, diabetes medications and lithium. Chance of sun-sensitivity with this drug. 

Bumex

Edema

Loop diuretic, Cardiovascular Agent

• Electrolyte imbalances
• Notes; Comes in tablets and injections, Avoid alcohol when taking this medication. Be careful when taking herbals with this medication as well as other diuretics and cardiovascular medications.

Cardizem, Dilacor, Tiazac

Atrial arrhythmia, Hypertension, Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, Stable angina

Benzothiazepine, Calcium Channel Blocker, Cardiovascular Agent

• Headache, or dermatologic reactions such as exfoliative dermatitis (reddened skin, skin peeling/flaking) or erythema multiforme (flu-like symptoms, spreading red rash, may progress to more severe form with blistering).
• Notes; Avoid activities requiring coordination until drug effects are realized. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. Avoid concomitant use of beta-blockers, and some antibiotics. 

Coreg

Heart failure, Hypertension, Impaired left ventricular function(Myocardial infarction)

Alpha/Beta-Adrenergic Blocker, Cardiovascular agent.

• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, arthralgia, back pain, myalgia, headache, vision disorder, erectile dysfunction, reduced libido, or fatigue
• Notes; May interact with other heart medications, diabetes medications and MAOIs. Take this drug with food.

Thalitone

Hypertension, Edema. 

Cardiovascular Agent,Diuretic,Thiazide Related

• Hypotension, constipation, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, headache, or impotence
• Notes; Best taken in the morning with food. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication. May interact with lithium, some pain medications and other cardiovascular medications. 

Catapres

Essential hypertension

Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist, Antihypertensive

• Nausea, and vomiting
• Notes; Comes in transdermal patch, IV, and Tabs. Do NOT take with MAOIs, may interact with other medications for depression, or cardiovascular medications. Avoid alcohol. 

Vasotec

Heart failure, Hypertension

ACE inhibitor, Antihypertensive

• Nausea, vomiting, or asthenia.
• Notes; May interact with lithum, direutics, NSAIDs and other blood pressure medications. Do not use if you are pregnant. 

Plendil

Hypertension

Calcium Channel Blocker, Cardiovascular Agent, Dihydropyridine

• Peripheral edema, flushing, headache, myocardial infarction, or tachyarrhythmia.
• Notes; Avoid alcohol while taking this medication. Do not take with grapefruit products.

Monopril

Heart failure, Hypertension

ACE Inhibitor, Antihypertensive

• Dizziness
• Notes; Best to take this medication on an empty stomach. May interact with NSAIDs, lithium and other cardiovascular medications.

Tenex, Intuniv

ADHD, Hypertension

Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist, Antihypertensive. Central Nervous System Agent

• Sedation, hypotension, dry mouth, headache, fatigue, constipation, or abdominal pain.
• Notes; May interact with pain medications. Avoid alcohol while on this medication.