Prescription Drugs Beginning With
"R"
There are
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prescription drugs currently available beginning with "R":
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Ranexa is used in the treatment of chronic angina in certain patients. This is a form of medication known as an anti-angina. Note that it cannot be used to treat a sudden attack of angina. There may be other conditions where Ranexa is a good choice of medication for you and so do not be surprised if your doctor prescribes you this medication for another condition. However you can expect a full explanation for why he or she has done so.
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Rapaflo Capsules is an alpha-blocker used for treating the signs and symptoms of enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH]).
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Rapamune 2mg is an immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection after a kidney transplant. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Razadyne is a medicine classed as an Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, and is used to treat memory loss and thinking ability associated with Alzheimer’s disease. The active ingredient in this medicine is called Galantamine, and generic forms of this drug are available.
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This drug is used to treat mild to moderate confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RECLAST IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME ACLASTA. To be administered by a physician. For clinical sales and a customized quote please email orders@planetdrugsdirect.com.
his medicine is a bisphosphonate used for treating osteoporosis (weak bones) in women who are past menopause. It is used to help build bone in men with osteoporosis and to reduce the risk of bone fractures due to osteoporosis in certain patients. It is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in certain patients treated with corticosteroids (eg, prednisone). It may also be used to treat Paget disease or other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is a gastrointestinal stimulant used to treat gastroesophageal reflux and erosions/ulcers of the esophagus. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting, heartburn, prolonged fullness after meals, and loss of appetite in patients with diabetes (diabetic gastroparesis). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RELAFEN IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME RELIFEX.
This medicine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve the symptoms of arthritis. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an antiviral agent used to treat the flu (influenza A and B) in patients 7 years of age and older who have had symptoms for no more than 2 days. This medicine may also be used to prevent the flu in patients 5 years of age and older or for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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For clinical sales and a customized quote please email orders@planetdrugsdirect.com.
Relistor treats constipation that is caused by medicines for moderate to severe pain called opioids (for example morphine, codeine). Opioids are prescribed by your doctor. Relistor is given on top of your usual laxatives.
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Replax is used in the treatment of certain types of migraine headaches. This is a form of medication known as a cerebral vasoconstrictor. There may be other conditions where Replax is a good choice of medication for you and so do not be surprised if your doctor prescribes you this medication for another condition. However you can expect a full explanation for why he or she has done so.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND REMERON IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME AVANZA.
This medicine is a tetracyclic antidepressant used to treat depression. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Renagel 800mg is a phosphate binder used to reduce the amount of phosphorus in the blood in patients with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.
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Sevelamer is used to prevent and treat high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. Dialysis removes some phosphate from your blood, but it is difficult to remove enough to keep your phosphate levels balanced. Decreasing blood phosphate levels can help keep your bones strong, prevent unsafe buildup of minerals in your body, and possibly decrease the risk of heart disease and strokes that can result from high phosphate levels. Sevelamer works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.
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This medicine is used to treat Parkinson’s disease and restless leg syndrome. It contains the active ingredient ropinirole, which is a dopamine agonist. In Parkinson’s disease, the low dopamine levels cause symptoms such as stiffness, shaking and loss of muscle control. Ropinirole stimulates the dopamine receptor to increase the release of dopamine, which can improve these symptoms.
Requip or Ropinirole may be prescribed by your doctor to treat other conditions.
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This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move ("on-off syndrome").
Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.
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This medicine is a topical immunomodulator used to treat dry eyes due to an eye condition known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca. This medicine works by increasing the amount of tears you make.
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To be administered by a physician. For clinical sales and a customized quote please email orders@planetdrugsdirect.com.
Retylane is a crystal-clear, biodegradable NASHA (Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid) gel, which is injected into the dermis in tiny amounts with a very fine needle. The result is instantaneous, producing a long-lasting, natural enhancement, gentle and safe to the skin.
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RETIN-A IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME RETINO-A
This medicine is most commonly used to treat acne, and comes in the form of a cream which is applied to the affected areas. It contains a certain form of Vitamin A called Tretinoin, which works by reducing the oily substances produced by the skin. This reduces oil build up and improves the appearance of your skin.
This medicinal cream may be prescribed for other medical conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is a vitamin A derivative used to treat acne. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an antiviral used to manage human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV). It is also used to prevent the transmission of HIV to the fetus during pregnancy.
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This medicine is a narcotic antagonist used to treat alcohol or narcotic addiction. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This drug is used in combination with other medications to help control your HIV infection, thereby improving your quality of life. It also lowers your risk of getting HIV disease complications (e.g., new infections, cancer). Atazanavir belongs to a class of drugs known as protease inhibitors. Atazanavir is not a cure for HIV infection, and it does not prevent the spread of HIV to others through sexual contact or blood contamination (e.g., sharing used needles).
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PLEASE NOTE BRAND RHEUMATREX IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME METHOBLASTIN.
This medicine is an antimetabolite used control severe psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis. Methotrexate is also used to treat certain types of cancer. This medicine works by interfering with cell growth and by suppressing the immune system. Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with more aggressive therapy such as methotrexate helps to reduce further joint damage and to preserve joint function. This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor, including lupus and psoriatic arthritis.
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Prescriptions we receive for Rhinocort with the directions 1 spray in each nostril will have to be verified with the physician. This is because the only strength available in the U. S. is 32mcg and our lowest strength is 64mcg. Prescriptions written for 2 sprays in each nostril will be filled with the 64mcg strength and the directions changed to 1 spray in each nostril.
This medicine is a corticosteroid liquid nasal spray used to treat the symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis (hay fever). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an antirheumatic agent used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Rilutek is a prescription only medicine used for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Rilutek works by reducing the levels of glutamate in nerve cells, which has a protective effect on nerves and is thought to slow the disease progress.
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This medicine is an antipsychotic agent used to treat emotional and mood disorders. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is an antipsychotic agent used to treat emotional and mood disorders. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This medicine is a muscle relaxant used to treat pain caused by muscle spasms.
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This medicine is a form of vitamin D used to treat low calcium levels in your blood. It may also be used to treat osteoporosis or other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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This product will only be supplied to licensed prescribers. For clinical sales and a customized quote please email orders@planetdrugsdirect.com. Brand Romazicon is also marketed internationally under the name Anexate.
Flumazenil reverses the effects of certain types of sedatives from the benzodiazepine group of drugs. This includes Valium, Xanax, Tranxene, Librium, ProSom, Dalmane, Ativan, Restoril, Halcion, and others. Flumazenil is used to reverse the sedative effects of a benzodiazepine when used during surgery or other medical procedure. Flumazenil is also used to treat benzodiazepine overdose.
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PLEASE NOTE RYTHMOL IS ALSO MARKETED INTERNATIONALLY UNDER THE NAME RYTMONORM.
This medicine is a Class 1C anti-arrhythmic medicine used to treat an irregular heartbeat and to help maintain a normal heart rhythm in patients without structural heart disease.
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Rythmol SR is a Class 1C anti-arrhythmic medicine used to treat an irregular heartbeat and to help maintain a normal heart rhythm in patients without structural heart disease.
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