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DRUG TEST #5

PHARMACY

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ALDACTONE (Spironolactone) Potassium-sparing diuretic Used to treat swelling and fluid retention in patients with congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, or kidney problems (nephrotic syndrome). It is also used for treatment of high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat or prevent low blood potassi
AMARYL (Glimepiride) anti-diabetic Is a sulfonylurea antiabetic medicine. It works by causing the pancreas to release insulin, which helps to lower blood sugar. It is used in treating type 2 diabetes in patients who cannot control blood sugar levels by diet and exercise alone. It is used
VALTREX (Valacyclovir) antiviral Is an antiviral. It works by stopping viral replication. However, does not eliminate the virus; it is not a cure. When used as a suppressive therapy in patients with normal immune systems with genital herpes using safer sex practices, the risk of spreadin
PROTONIX (Pantoprazole) PPI Is in a group of drugs called proton pump inhibitors. It decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Is used to treat erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid), and other conditions involving excess stomach acid such as Zol
COZAAR (IOSARTAN) Hypertension Is in a group of drug called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lower blood pressure and improves blood flow. Is used to slow long-term kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes who also have high blood pr
DIABETA (Glyburide) Antidiabetic Is a sulfonylurea intidiabetic medicine. It works by causing the pancreas to release insulin, which helps to lower blood sugar. Treating type 2 diabetes. It is used along with diet and exercise. It may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines.
CALAN (verapamil hydrochloride) Calcium channel blocker SR controlled-release tablets are a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing (dilating) your blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure.
ALBUTEROL (generic only) Bronchodilator Is a sympathomimetic (beta agonist) bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the smooth muscle in the airway, which allows air to flow in and out of the lungs more easily.
OMNICEF (Cefdinir) Antibiotic Is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria. Used for mild to moderate bacterial infections.
RESTORIL (TEMAZEPAM) BENZODIAZEPINE It works by depressing the central nervous system (brain), causing drowsiness to aid in falling asleep.
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