Drugs A to Z
Browse 1,565 medicine pages by name. Each page explains what the medicine treats, how it is normally taken and which warnings matter.
Nerlynx
neratinib
Nerlynx is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Nerl…
Nesina
alogliptin
Nesina is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. It works by regulating the lev…
Neulasta
pegfilgrastim
Neulasta is used to stimulate neutrophil growth and reduce infection risk (manifested by febrile neutrope…
Neupogen
filgrastim
Neupogen is an injection used to reduce infection during chemotherapy, mobilize stem cells, treat chronic…
Neupro Skin Patches
rotigotine (transdermal)
Neupro has some of the same effects as a chemical called dopamine, which occurs naturally in your body. L…
Neurontin
gabapentin
Neurontin is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. It affects chemicals and nerves in th…
Nevanac
nepafenac ophthalmic
Nevanac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It reduces pain and inflammation in the eyes. N…
Nexavar
sorafenib
Nexavar is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Ne…
Nexium
Over the counter
esomeprazole magnesium
Nexium is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Nexium is us…
Nexletol
bempedoic acid
Nexletol (bempedoic acid) is an oral pill for high cholesterol that may be used to reduce the risk of hea…
Nexlizet
bempedoic acid and ezetimibe
Nexlizet (bempedoic acid and ezetimibe) may be used to reduce LDL-C levels in adults with primary hyperli…
Nexplanon
etonogestrel (implant)
Nexplanon (etonogestrel) is a long-acting, reversible birth control implant that helps prevent pregnancy…
Nexterone
amiodarone (injection)
Nexterone is an antiarrhythmic medication that affects the rhythm of heartbeats. Nexterone injection is u…
Nextstellis
drospirenone and estetrol
Nextstellis is a birth control pill (oral contraceptive) used by females to prevent pregnancy. Nextstelli…
Ngenla
somatrogon-ghla
Ngenla (somatrogon-ghla) is a long-acting, once-weekly human growth hormone injection used to treat growt…
Niacin
niacin (nicotinic acid)
Niacin, also called nicotinic acid, is a B vitamin (vitamin B3). It occurs naturally in plants and animal…
Niaspan ER
niacin (nicotinic acid)
Niaspan ER extended release works by reducing LDL ("bad") cholesterol and triglycerides and increasing HD…
Nicorette Gum and Lozenges
nicotine (gum, lozenge)
Nicorette gum and lozenges contain nicotine, the primary ingredient found in tobacco products. Nicorette…
Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Prescription only
nicotine (oral, transdermal, nasal)
Nicotine is the chief alkaloid in tobacco products and the ingredient that makes cigarettes addictive. Ni…
Nifedipine
nifedipine
Nifedipine is in a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the muscles of yo…
Niferex
OTC and prescription
iron supplement
Niferex contains a combination of ascorbic acid and iron (as Sumalate® ferrous asparto glycinate). Ascorb…
Niktimvo
axatilimab-csfr
Niktimvo (axatilimab-csfr) is a prescription medicine used to treat chronic graft-versus-host disease (cG…
Ninlaro
ixazomib
Ninlaro is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Ninl…
Nirsevimab
nirsevimab
Nirsevimab (brand name Beyfortus) is a man-made antibody that helps protect infants against respiratory s…