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What is the generic name for Zyprexa?

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Zyprexa (olanzapine) an antipsychotic that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

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What is the generic name for Combivent Respimat?

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Combivent Respimat (ipratropium bromide/albuterol) is a combination drug that is used to treat COPD in patients who require more than one bronchodilator.

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What is the generic name for Xalatan?

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Xalatan (latanoprost) is administered into the eyes to control the progression of glaucoma or ocular hypertension, by reducing intraocular pressure.

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What is the generic name for Symbicort?

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Symbicort (budesonide/formoterol) is a combination drug that is used in the management of asthma and COPD.

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What is the generic name for Lyrica?

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Lyrica (pregabalin) is used to treat epilepsy, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, and generalized anxiety disorder.

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What is the generic name for Synthroid?

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Synthroid (levothyroxine) is a synthetic thyroid hormone that is used to treat thyroid hormone deficiency.

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What is the generic name for Namenda?

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Namenda (memantine) is used for the treatment of moderate-to-severe Alzheimer’s disease.

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What is the generic name for Benicar?

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Benicar (olmesartan) is used to treat high blood pressure.

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What is the generic name for Celebrex?

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Celebrex (celecoxib) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves pain and inflammation. It is used to treat arthritis and acute pain.

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What is the generic name for NovoLog?

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NovoLog (insulin aspart) is a fast-acting insulin that is used in the treatment of patients with diabetes in order to control hyperglycemia.

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What is the generic name for Pravachol?

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Pravachol (pravastatin) is a statin medication that is used for preventing cardiovascular disease in those at high risk.

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What is the generic name for Vyvanse?

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Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) is a stimulant that is used in the treatment of ADHD and binge eating disorder.

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What is the generic name for Januvia?

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Januvia (sitagliptin) is an antihyperglycemic that is used in the treatment of diabetes.

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What is the generic name for Vytorin?

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Vytorin (ezetimibe/simvastatin) is a combination drug used to lower the production of cholesterol and the absorption of cholesterol.

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What is the generic name for Spiriva?

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Spiriva (tiotropium) is a long-acting bronchodilator that is used in the management of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

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What is the generic name for Lantus?

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Lantus (insulin glargine) is a long-acting form of insulin used to treat type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

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What is the generic name for Diflucan?

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Diflucan (fluconazole) is an antifungal medication that is used to treat a variety of fungal infections.

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What is the generic name for Advair Diskus?

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Advair Diskus (fluticasone/salmeterol) is combination drug that is used in the management of asthma and COPD.

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What is the generic name for Suboxone?

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Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is a combination drug that is used in the treatment of opioid dependence.

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What is the generic name for Coreg?

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Coreg (carvedilol) is a medication used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.

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What is the generic name for Prozac?

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Prozac (fluoxetine) is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class.

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What is the generic name for Cialis?

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Cialis (tadalafil) is used to treat erectile dysfunction.

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What is the generic name for Actos?

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Actos (pioglitazone) is used to lower blood glucose levels in the treatment of diabetes.

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What is the generic name for Cozaar?

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Cozaar (losartan) is mainly used to treat high blood pressure.

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What is the generic name for Tamiflu?

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Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is an antiviral medication that is used to treat influenza (flu).

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What is the generic name for Concerta?

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Concerta (methylphenidate) is a stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.

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What is the generic name for Yaz?

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Yaz (ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone) is a combined oral contraceptive (birth control pill). It is also used to treat acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder

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What is the generic name for Effexor XR?

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Effexor XR (venlafaxine) is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia.

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What is the generic name for Protonix?

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Protonix (pantoprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor used for the treatment of stomach ulcers.

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What is the generic name for Seroquel?

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Seroquel (quetiapine) is an antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder.

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What is the generic name for Wellbutrin?

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Wellbutrin (bupropion) is an atypical antidepressant used to treat major depressive disorder and to support smoking cessation.

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What is the generic name for Lexapro?

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Lexapro (escitalopram) is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder.

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What is the generic name for Plavix?

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Plavix (clopidogrel) is an antiplatelet agent that is used to inhibit blood clots and to prevent heart attacks and strokes.

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What is the generic name for Cymbalta?

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Cymbalta (duloxetine) is used to treat major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, fibromyalgia, and neuropathic pain.

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What is the generic name for Viagra?

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Viagra (sildenafil) is used to treat erectile dysfunction.

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What is the generic name for Nexium?

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Nexium (esomeprazole) is a proton-pump inhibitor which reduces stomach acid. It is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease and duodenal ulcers.

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What is the generic name for Zetia?

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Zetia (ezetimibe) lowers cholesterol levels by decreasing cholesterol absorption in the small intestine.

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What is the generic name for Diovan?

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Diovan (valsartan) is used for the treatment of high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.

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What is the generic name for TriCor?

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TriCor (fenofibrate) is used to reduce cholesterol levels in people at risk of cardiovascular disease.

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What is the generic name for Aricept?

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Aricept (donepezil) is used to improve the cognition and behavior of people with Alzheimer’s.

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What is the generic name for OxyContin?

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OxyContin (oxycodone) is an opioid used for the relief of moderate to severe pain.

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What is the generic name for Adderall?

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Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine) is a combination drug that is used in the treatment of ADHD and narcolepsy.

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What is the generic name for Mobic?

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Mobic (meloxicam) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat pain and inflammation in rheumatic diseases and osteoarthritis.

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What is the generic name for Ambien?

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Ambien (zolpidem) is a sedative that is used for the treatment of insomnia.

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What is the generic name for Crestor?

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Crestor (rosuvastatin) is a statin that is used to treat high cholesterol and to prevent cardiovascular disease.

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What is the generic name for Abilify?

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Abilify (aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

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What is the generic name for Lipitor?

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Lipitor (atorvastatin) is a statin that used to prevent cardiovascular disease.

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What is the generic name for Levaquin?

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Levaquin (levofloxacin) is an antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

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What is the generic name for Prilosec?

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Prilosec (omeprazole) is a proton-pump inhibitor used for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.

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What is the generic name for Singulair?

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Singulair (montelukast) is used to treat asthma and to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies.

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What is the generic name for Invokana?

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Invokana (canagliflozin) is an antidiabetic drug used to improve glycemic control in people with type 2 diabetes.

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What is the generic name for Flexeril?

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Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine) is used for muscle spasms from acute musculoskeletal conditions.

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What is the generic name for Boniva?

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Boniva (ibandronate) is used to treat or prevent osteoporosis in women after menopause.

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What is the generic name for Lasix?

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Lasix (furosemide) is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.

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What is the generic name for Lotensin?

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Lotensin (benazepril) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

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What is the generic name for Humalog?

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Humalog (insulin lispro) is a fast-acting insulin analog that is used to treat people with Type 1 diabetes or Type 2 diabetes.

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What is the generic name for Bystolic?

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Bystolic (nebivolol) is a beta blocker that is used in the treatment of hypertension.

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What is the generic name for Actonel?

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Actonel (risedronate) is used to treat or prevent osteoporosis.

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What is the generic name for Flomax?

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Flomax (tamsulosin) is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate.

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What is the generic name for Zocor?

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Zocor (simvastatin) is a statin that is used to help lower “bad” cholesterol and fats (such as LDL and triglycerides) and raise “good” cholesterol (HDL).

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What is the generic name for Zithromax?

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Zithromax (azithromycin) is an antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

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What is the generic name for Coumadin?

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Coumadin (warfarin) is an anticoagulant that is used to prevent the formation of blood clots in blood vessels.

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What is the generic name for Pradaxa?

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Pradaxa (dabigatran) is an anticoagulant that is used to reduce the risk of stroke and to treat blood clots.

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What is the generic name for Namenda?

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Namenda (memantine) is used for the treatment of moderate-to-severe Alzheimer’s disease.

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What is the generic name for Avodart?

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Avodart (dutasteride) is used to treat enlarged prostate.

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What is the generic name for Eliquis?

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Eliquis (apixaban) is an anticoagulant that is used to treat deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. It is also used to lower the risk of stroke and embolism.

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What is the generic name for Humira?

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Humira (adalimumab) is used to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions including arthritis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and psoriasis.

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What is the generic name for Enbrel?

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Enbrel (etanercept) is a biopharmaceutical that treats autoimmune diseases including arthritis and psoriasis.

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What is the generic name for Strattera?

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Strattera (atomoxetine) is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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What is the generic name for Combigan?

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Combigan (brimonidine/timolol) is a combination eye drop medication that is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma or other eye diseases.

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What is the generic name for Chantix?

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Chantix (varenicline) is used to treat nicotine addiction.

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What is the generic name for Zantac?

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Zantac (ranitidine) is a medication that decreases stomach acid production. It is used to treat peptic ulcer disease and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

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What is the generic name for Xarelto?

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Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is an anticoagulant that is used to prevent the formation of blood clots.

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What is the generic name for Flovent?

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Flovent (fluticasone) is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma. It works by reducing inflammation of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier.

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What is the generic name for Glucophage?

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Glucophage (metformin) is used to improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes.

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What is the generic name for Celexa?

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Celexa (citalopram) is used to treat depression.

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What is the generic name for Ultram?

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Ultram (tramadol) is an opioid pain medication that is used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain.

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What is the generic name for Cipro?

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Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is an antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

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What is the generic name for Victoza?

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Victoza (liraglutide) is an injectable medicine that lowers blood sugar (glucose) in adults with type 2 diabetes.

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What is the generic name for Proventil?

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Proventil (albuterol) is a bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs. It is used to treat asthma, exercise-induced bronchospasm, and COPD.

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What is the generic name for Zestril?

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Zestril (lisinopril) is used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. It is also used to improve survival after a heart attack.

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What is the generic name for Latuda?

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Latuda (lurasidone) is an antipsychotic that is used to treat schizophrenia and depressive episodes associated with bipolar disorder.

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What is the generic name for Levemir?

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Levemir (insulin detemir) is a long-acting insulin that is used to treat diabetes in adults and children.

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What is the generic name for Exelon?

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Exelon (rivastigmine) is used to treat dementia in people with Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.

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What is the generic name for Norvasc?

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Norvasc (amlodipine) is used to treat high blood pressure and coronary artery disease.

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What is the generic name for Vesicare?

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Vesicare (solifenacin) is used for the treatment of overactive bladder with symptoms of urgency, frequency, and leakage.

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What is the generic name for Focalin XR?

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Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate) is a stimulant that is used in the treatment of ADHD and narcolepsy.

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What is the generic name for Desyrel?

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Desyrel (trazodone) is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder.

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What is the generic name for Restasis?

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Restasis (cyclosporine) is an immunosuppressant drug that is used in organ transplantation to prevent rejection.

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What is the generic name for NuvaRing?

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NuvaRing (etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol) is a combined hormonal contraceptive vaginal ring.

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What is the generic name for Percocet?

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Percocet (oxycodone/APAP) is a combination drug that is used to treat moderate to severe acute (short-term) pain.

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What is the generic name for Dexilant?

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Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor that is used to treat GERD and erosive esophagitis.

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What is the generic name for Pataday?

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Pataday (olopatadine) is an antihistamine that is used to treat itching and redness in the eyes due to allergies.

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What is the generic name for Dulera?

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Dulera (momet asone/formoterol) is a combination inhaler that is used to control and prevent asthma symptoms.

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What is the generic name for Ortho Tri-Cyclen?

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Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate) is used as a contraceptive to prevent pregnancy.

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What is the generic name for Zoloft?

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Zoloft (sertraline) is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder.

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What is the generic name for Tenormin?

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Tenormin (atenolol) is a beta blocker that is used to treat high blood pressure and heart-associated chest pain.

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What is the generic name for Toprol XL?

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Toprol XL (metoprolol) is a beta-blocker that is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure).

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What is the generic name for Xanax?

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Xanax (alprazolam) is a short-acting tranquilizer. It is used in the short-term management of anxiety disorders such as panic disorder or generalized anxiety disorder.

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What is the generic name for Lopressor?

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Lopressor (metoprolol) is a beta-blocker that is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure).

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