Top Brand and Generic Drugs (Part 1)

(Escitalopram = -pram is a suffix term that pertains to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) drugs.) Escitalopram belongs to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class of antidepressants. Major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder are the main conditions for which Escitalopram is prescribed.

(Hydrocodone = -done is a suffix term that pertains to opioid analgesics). Acetaminophen Hydrocodone is a combination of the pain medications hydrocodone and paracetamol (acetaminophen). The medication is used to treat moderate to severe pain. It is taken orally.

(Lisinopril = -pril is a suffix term that pertains to angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors). There are various types of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including lisinopril, which is used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and in the aftermath of heart attacks. Lisinopril is usually the first-line treatment for high blood pressure.

(Simvastatin = -statin is a suffix term that pertains to lipid-lowering drugs (antilipidemic) ). Simvastatin' is a lipid-lowering medication (drug class: Statin). The drug is used in conjunction with exercise, diet, and weight loss to decrease elevated levels of lipids. Heart problems can also be prevented by using the drug.

(levothyroxine = thyroxine is the primary hormone secreted by the thyroid gland.) Known as L-thyroxine, levothyroxine is a manufactured version of the thyroid hormone thyroxine (T4). Myxedema coma, a severe form of thyroid hormone deficiency, can be treated with it. Various types of thyroid tumor are also treated or prevented with it.

(Amoxicillin = -cillin is a suffix term that pertains to the drug class known as penicillin antibiotic.) A variety of bacterial infections can be treated with amoxicillin. The most common infections amoxicillin can treat include middle ear infections, pneumonia, skin infections, strep throat, and urinary tract infections. This antibiotic is usually taken orally, but it can also be injected.

(azithromycin = -mycin is a suffix term that pertains to the drug class known as macrolide antibiotic.) Oral azithromycin is an antibacterial macrolide used to treat sexually transmitted diseases, mycobacterial infections, and community-acquired pneumonia.

(Hydrochlorothiazide = -thiazide is a suffix term that pertains to the drug class known as thiazide diuretic (water pill).) As a thiazide diuretic, hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat hypertension as a standalone therapy or in combination with other antihypertensives. Hypotension, phototoxicity, and vertigo are common adverse reactions.

(Amlodipine = -dipine is a suffix term that pertains to the drug class known as calcium channel blocker.) Among the uses of amlodipine are the treatment of hypertension and coronary artery disease. Flush, palpitations, peripheral edema, abdominal pain, nausea, dizziness, headache, somnolence, and fatigue are common adverse reactions.

(Alprazolam = -zolam is a suffix term that pertains to the drug class known as benzodiazepine.) Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine used for treating anxiety disorders and panic disorders. Constipation, xerostomia, dysarthria, fatigue, irritability, reduced libido, somnolence, and confusion are common adverse reactions.