Q151. What is the brand name for Nabumetone?
The brand name for nabumetone is Relafen and it is classified as an NSAID. Nabumetone is indicated for the treatment of arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis) and the maximum daily dose for nabumetone is 2,000 mg.
Q152. What is the brand name for Naproxen?
A brand name for naproxen is Naprosyn and it is classified as an NSAID. Among other indications, naproxen is indicated for the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea, acute gout, and osteoarthritis. Naproxen is not indicated for the treatment of fibromyalgia.
Q153. What is the brand name for Nebivolol?
The brand name for nebivolol is Bystolic. It is classified as a beta-blocker and it is indicated for the treatment of hypertension.
Q154. What is the brand name for Niacin?
A brand name for niacin is Niaspan and it is classified as an antihyperlipidemic. Among other adverse effects, niacin may cause gout, hepatoxicity, hypotension, and GI distress.
Q155. What is the brand name for Nifedipine?
A brand name for nifedipine is Procardia and it is classified as a calcium channel blocker. Nifedipine is indicated for the treatment of hypertension, as well as chronic stable angina and variant angina and among other adverse effects, nifedipine may cause peripheral edema.
Q156. What is the brand name for Nortriptyline?
A brand name for nortriptyline is Pamelor and it is classified as a tricyclic antidepressant. Nortriptyline is contraindicated with the concomitant use of MAO inhibitors or within 14 days of discontinuing an MAO inhibitor due to the risk of serotonin syndrome.
Q157. What is the brand name for Nystatin?
A brand name for nystatin is Nyamyc and it is classified as an antifungal. In addition to other dosage forms, nystatin is available as a topical cream, topical powder, and oral suspension, but it is not available as a shampoo.
Q158. What is the brand name for Ofloxacin?
A brand name for ofloxacin is Ocuflox and it is classified as a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Ofloxacin is available as an ophthalmic solution, oral tablet, and otic solution, but it is not available as a topical gel.
Q159. What is the brand name for Olanzapine?
The brand name for olanzapine is Zyprexa and it is classified as an antipsychotic. Among other parameters, patients taking olanzapine should have their blood pressure, weight, and lipids monitored. Monitoring liver enzymes is not necessary in patients taking olanzapine.
Q160. What is the brand name for Olmesartan?
The brand name for olmesartan is Benicar. It is classified as an ARB and it may cause hyperkalemia.
Q161. What is the brand name for Omeprazole?
The brand name for omeprazole is Prilosec and it is classified as a PPI. Omeprazole is available in 10 mg, 20 mg, and 40 mg oral capsules, but it is not available in 30 mg oral capsules. Omeprazole may cause osteoporosis when used long term due to decreased calcium absorption.
Q162. What is the brand name for Oseltamivir?
The brand name for oseltamivir is Tamiflu and it is classified as an antiviral. The correct dosing regimen for oseltamivir for the treatment of influenza in adults with normal renal function is 75 mg twice daily for 5 days.
Q163. What is the brand name for Oxycodone?
A brand name for oxycodone is OxyContin and it is classified as an opioid analgesic. The levels of oxycodone can be increased by medications that inhibit CYP3A4.
Q164. What is the brand name for Pantoprazole?
The brand name for pantoprazole is Protonix and it is classified a PPI. Among other adverse effects, pantoprazole can increase the risk of C. difficile infection.
Q165. What is the brand name for Penicillin?
A brand name for penicillin is Veetids and it is classified as an antibiotic. Penicillin V potassium should be taken on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals to increase its absorption.
Q166. What is the brand name for Phenytoin?
A brand name for phenytoin is Dilantin and is classified as an anticonvulsant. The therapeutic range for phenytoin is 10-20 mg/L. Patients taking phenytoin long term may need supplementation with calcium, folic acid, and vitamin D and it does not affect iron levels.
Q167. What is the brand name for Pravastatin?
The brand name for pravastatin is Pravachol and it is classified as an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Pravastatin is contraindicated in pregnancy due to the risk of birth defects.
Q168. What is the brand name for Pregabalin?
The brand name for pregabalin is Lyrica and it is classified as an anticonvulsant. Pregabalin belongs to DEA Schedule V and among other indications, pregabalin is indicated for the treatment of fibromyalgia.
Q169. What is the brand name for Propafenone?
The brand name for propafenone is Rythmol SR and is classified as an antiarrhythmic agent. Propafenone is contraindicated in patients with heart failure.
Q170. What is the brand name for Propranolol?
A brand name for propranolol is Inderal LA and it is classified as a beta-blocker and it is indicated for the treatment of hypertension. Propranolol should be used with caution in patients with asthma due its non-selective beta-receptor blockade.
Q171. What is the brand name for Quetiapine?
The brand name for quetiapine is Seroquel and it is classified as an antipsychotic. In addition to other tests and monitoring parameters, patients taking quetiapine should have a fasting blood glucose test, eye exam, and fasting lipid profile performed periodically. Pulmonary function tests are not necessary in patients taking quetiapine.
Q172. What is the brand name for Quinapril?
The brand name for quinapril is Accupril and it is classified as an ACE inhibitor and it is available as an oral tablet.
Q173. What is the brand name for Raloxifene?
The brand name for raloxifene is Evista and it is classified as a SERM. In addition to other indications, raloxifene is indicated for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and the most appropriate dosing for raloxifene is 60 mg once daily.
Q174. What is the brand name for Ramipril?
The brand name for ramipril is Altace and it is classified as an ACE inhibitor. Ramipril is indicated for the treatment of hypertension.
Q175. What is the brand name for Rifaximin?
The brand name for rifaximin is Xifaxin and it is classified as an antibiotic. Among other indications, rifaximin is indicated for the treatment of traveler’s diarrhea.
Q176. What is the brand name for Rivaroxaban?
The brand name for rivaroxaban is Xarelto and it is classified as a factor Xa inhibitor. Rivaroxaban is available in 10 mg, 15 mg, and 20 mg oral tablets, but it is not available in 5 mg oral tablets and among other indications, rivaroxaban is indicated for the treatment of DVT.
Q177. What is the brand name for Ropinirole?
The brand name for ropinirole is Requip and is classified as a dopamine agonist. Ropinirole is indicated for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, as well as restless leg syndrome and among other adverse effects, ropinirole may cause hallucinations, drowsiness, nausea, and dizziness.
Q178. What is the brand name for Rosuvastatin?
The brand name for rosuvastatin is Crestor. Rosuvastatin is classified as an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor and it is indicated for the treatment of hyperlipidemia. Liver function tests should be performed when initiating therapy with rosuvastatin and periodically thereafter.
Q179. What is the brand name for Saxagliptan?
The brand name for saxagliptan is Onglyza and it is classified as a DPP-4 inhibitor. Saxagliptan is indicated for the treatment of diabetes and it is available as an oral tablet.
Q180. What is the brand name for Sildenafil?
A brand name for sildenafil is Viagra and it is classified as a PDE-5 inhibitor. Sildenafil is contraindicated in patients taking nitrates due to hypotension.
Q181. What is the brand name for Simvastatin?
A brand name for simvastatin is Zocor and it is indicated for the treatment of hyperlipidemia. Simvastatin should be administered in the evening for maximal efficacy because the rate of cholesterol synthesis in the liver peaks at nighttime.
Q182. What is the brand name for Solifenacin?
The brand name for solifenacin is Vesicare and it is classified as an anticholinergic. Solifenacin is indicated for the treatment of overactive bladder and he most appropriate dosing for solifenacin is 10 mg once daily.
Q183. What is the brand name for Spironolactone?
A brand name for spironolactone is Aldactone and it is classified as a potassium-sparing diuretic. Spironolactone is indicated for the treatment of heart failure and among other adverse effects, spironolactone may cause gynecomastia.
Q184. What is the brand name for Sumatriptan?
A brand name for sumatriptan is Imitrex and it is classified as a serotonin receptor agonist. Sumatriptan is indicated for the treatment of migraines and among other dosage forms, sumatriptan is available as a subcutaneous solution, nasal spray, and oral tablet. Sumatriptan is not available as a rectal suppository.
Q185. What is the brand name for Tadalafil?
A brand name for tadalafil is Cialis and it is classified as a PDE-5 inhibitor. Tadalafil is indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and among other adverse effects, tadalafil may cause hearing loss, blurred vision, headache, and orthostatic hypotension.
Q186. What is the brand name for Temazepam?
The brand name for temazepam is Restoril ad it is classified as a benzodiazepine and it is indicated for the treatment of insomnia.
Q187. What is the brand name for Testosterone?
A brand name for testosterone is AndroGel. In addition to other contraindications, testosterone is contraindicated in men with prostate cancer and among other dosage forms, testosterone is available as a transdermal patch, intra-muscular solution, and topical ointment. Testosterone is not available as an oral tablet.
Q188. What is the brand name for Timolol?
A brand name for timolol is Timoptic and it is classified as a beta-blocker and it is indicated for the treatment of glaucoma.
Q189. What is the brand name for Topiramate?
A brand name for topiramate is Topamax and it is classified as an anticonvulsant. Topiramate is indicated for the prevention of migraines, and is also indicated for the treatment of epilepsy. In addition to other adverse effects, topiramate may cause metabolic acidosis, nephrolithiasis, oligohydrosis, and weight loss.
Q190. What is the brand name for Tramadol?
A brand name for tramadol is Ultram and it is classified as an opioid analgesic. Tramadol is associated with an increased risk of seizures and should be avoided in patients with a history of seizures.
Q191. What is the brand name for Travoprost?
A brand name for travoprost is Travatan and it is classified as a prostaglandin analog. Travoprost is indicated for the treatment of glaucoma and the most appropriate dosing for travoprost is 1 drop in affected eyes(s) once daily. Using travoprost more than once daily may decrease its effectiveness.
Q192. What is the brand name for Triamcinolone?
A brand name for triamcinolone is Kenalog and it is classified as a corticosteroid. Topical triamcinolone can be used for the treatment of contact dermatitis.
Q193. What is the brand name for Valacyclovir?
The brand name for valacyclovir is Valtrex and it is classified as an antiviral and it is available as an oral tablet.
Q194. What is the brand name for Valsartan?
A brand name for valsartan is Diovan. It is classified as an ARB and it may cause hyperkalemia.
Q195. What is the brand name for Vardenafil?
A brand name for vardenafil is Levitra and it is classified as a PDE-5 inhibitor. Vardenafil is indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and patients using vardenafil should separate doses by at least 24 hours.
Q196. What is the brand name for Verapamil?
A brand name for verapamil is Calan and it is classified as a calcium channel blocker. In addition to other adverse effects, verapamil may cause gingival hyperplasia, edema, and constipation. Verapamil is not associated with crystalluria.
Q197. What is the brand name for Vilazodone?
The brand name for vilazodone is Viibryd and it is classified as an antidepressant. Vilazodone should be taken with food to increase its absorption.
Q198. What is the brand name for Warfarin?
A brand name for warfarin is Coumadin and it is classified as an anticoagulant. Warfarin levels are affected by vitamin K.
Q199. What is the brand name for Ziprasidone?
The brand name for ziprasidone is Geodon and it is classified as an antipsychotic. Among other contraindications, ziprasidone is contraindicated in patients with a history of QT prolongation.
Q200. What is the brand name for Zolpidem?
A brand name for zolpidem is Ambien and it is classified as a hypnotic and it belongs to DEA Schedule IV.