Pharmacy Prescriptions - Drugs Starting with V

Valsartan

Thu, 27 Jul 2006 07:44:37 -0400

Drug Name: Valsartan

Brand Names: Diovan

Generic Name: Valsartan

Uses: Valsartan is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), and it can also be used to treat heart failure for patients who cannot take angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Valsartan blocks the action of certain chemicals in the body that constrict blood vessels, thereby allowing smoother blood passage.

Valium

Thu, 27 Jul 2006 05:09:04 -0400

Drug Name: Valium

Brand Names: Valium

Generic Name: Diazepam

Uses: Valium (Diazepam) is used to treat anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawals and seizures. It is also used to treat muscle spasms, as well as providing sedation before medical procedures. Diazepam is a benzodiazepine, which acts on the brain and nerves by affecting chemicals that induce tension and relaxation. It may also be used to treat panic attacks.

Vioxx

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 14:50:38 -0500

Drug Name: VIOXX

ROFECOXIB - ORAL (row-feh-COX-ib)

COMMON VIOXX BRAND NAME(S):
Vioxx

VIOXX USES:
Vioxx is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). Vioxx is used to treat arthritis, menstrual pain or other acute pain. Vioxx works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Vioxx decreases prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Vicodin

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 14:49:52 -0500

Drug Name: VICODIN

COMMON BRAND NAMES: Acetaminophen and hydrocodone - ORAL acetaminophen and hydrocodone (ah see ta MIH no fen and hye dreo KOE done)

COMMON VICODIN BRAND NAME(S):
Anexsia, Anolor DH5, Bancap HC, Dolacet, Lorcet 10/650, Lorcet HD, Lorcet Plus, Lortab, Lortab 10, Lortab 5/500, Lortab 7.5/500, Lortab Elixir, Norco, T-Gesic, Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Vicodin HP, Zydone

Viagra

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 14:49:22 -0500

Drug Name: VIAGRA

SILDENAFIL - ORAL (sill-DEN-uh-fil)

COMMON VIAGRA BRAND NAME(S): Viagra

Vaniqa

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 14:48:53 -0500

Drug Name: VANIQA

EFLORNITHINE - TOPICAL (eh-FLOOR-nith-een)

COMMON VANIQA BRAND NAME(S):
Vaniqa

VANIQA USES:
Vaniqa is used to slow down the growth of unwanted facial hair in women. Vaniqa interferes with an enzyme needed in the skin for hair growth but does not remove hair. Vaniqa is not for use in children under the age of 12 years.

HOW TO USE VANIQA:
Apply a thin layer of Vaniqa, at least 5 minutes after hair removal (e.g., plucking, shaving), to the affected areas of the face and chin. Vaniqa is usually applied twice daily at least 8 hours apart, or as directed by your doctor. Do not wash the Vaniqa treated area for at least 4 hours. Cosmetics or sunscreens may be applied over the Vaniqa treated areas after Vaniqa has dried. Continue to use hair removal techniques (e.g., shaving, plucking) while using Vaniqa. Avoid getting Vaniqa in your eyes or inside your nose or mouth. If Vaniqa gets in your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact your doctor.

Valtrex

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 14:48:16 -0500

Drug Name: VALTREX

VALACYCLOVIR-ORAL (val-uh-SYE-klo-veer)

COMMON VALTREX BRAND NAME(S): Valtrex