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Generic name: aripiprazole lauroxil (injection) [ ar-i-pip-ra-zole ] Drug class: Atypical antipsychotics Dosage form: extended-release injectable suspension Availability: Prescription only Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available Brand names: Abilify , Aripiprazole , Aristada injection , Aristada (injection) , Aristada initio (injection) What is Abilify maintena? Abilify Maintena (aripiprazole) extended-release injection is used alone or in combination with other aripiprazole preparations to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). Abilify Maintena is also used for the ongoing treatment of people with bipolar I disorder (manic-depressive disorder; a disease that c...

Generic name: amphetamine and dextroamphetamine Drug class: CNS stimulants Dosage form: tablet Availability: Prescription only Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available Brand names: Adderall xr , Mydayis , Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine What is Adderall? Adderall is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Adderall contains a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine are central nervous system stimulants that affect chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Adderall may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings ...

Generic name: alendronate [ a-len-dro-nate ] Drug class: Bisphosphonates Availability: Prescription only Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available Brand names: Fosamax , Binosto What is Alendronate? Alendronate is used to treat osteoporosis caused by menopause, steroid use, or gonadal failure. alendronate is for use when you have a high risk of bone fracture due to osteoporosis. Alendronate is also used to treat Paget's disease of bone. Alendronate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not take alendronate if you have problems with your esophagus, or low levels of calcium in your blood. Do not take alendrona...

Generic name: zolpidem Drug class: Miscellaneous anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics Dosage form: tablet, film coated Availability: Prescription only Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available Brand names: Edluar , Intermezzo , Zolpimist , Zolpidem What is Ambien? Ambien is a sedative, also called a hypnotic. Ambien (zolpidem) affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with sleep problems (insomnia). Ambien is used to treat insomnia. The immediate-release tablet is used to help you fall asleep when you first go to bed. The extended-release form, Ambien CR, which has a first layer that dissolves quickly to help you fall asleep, and a second layer that dissolves slowly to help you stay asleep. Your doctor will determine which form of Ambien is best for you....

Generic name: apixaban [ a-pix-a-ban ] Drug class: Factor Xa inhibitors Dosage form: oral tablet (2.5 mg; 5 mg) Availability: Prescription only Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available Brand names: Eliquis What is Apixaban? Apixaban is used to lower the risk of stroke caused by a blood clot in people with a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation. Apixaban is also used after hip or knee replacement surgery to prevent a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can lead to blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). Apixaban is also used to treat DVT or pulmonary embolism (PE), and to lower your risk of having a repeat DVT or PE. Apixaban may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. ...