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Mercaptopurine Mercaptopurine, 6-MP tablets What do mercaptopurine tablets do?MERCAPTOPURINE (6-MP, Purinethol(R)) is a type of chemotherapy for treating cancer. Mercaptopurine interferes with the growth of cancer cells. It is used for treating acute lymphocytic leukemia (a cancer in which increased numbers of abnormal white blood cells are formed). P> What should my health care professional know before I take mercaptopurine?They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
Mesalamine Mesalamine, 5-ASA extended-release tablets or capsules What do mesalamine tablets or capsules do?MESALAMINE (Asacol(R), Pentasa(R)) is an antiinflammatory agent. It reduces inflammation inside the bowel and pain associated with ulcerative colitis and Crohns disease.
Metformin Metformin tablets What do metformin tablets do?METFORMIN (Glucophage(R)) is a medicine used to treat Type II diabetes (formerly called non-insulin-dependent diabetes). Treatment is combined with a balanced diet and exercise. This medicine lowers blood sugar and helps your body to use insulin more efficiently. It is sometimes used with other medicines for diabetes.
Lopressor SR (Toprol XL) Metoprolol tablets or extended-release tablets What do metoprolol tablets or extended-release tablets do?METOPROLOL (Lopressor(R), Toprol XL) belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers reduce the workload on the heart and help it to beat more regularly. Metoprolol controls, but does not cure, high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure may not make you feel sick, but it can lead to serious heart problems. Metoprolol also relieves chest pain (angina) and can be helpful after a heart attack. Metoprolol is also used to improve symptoms in patients with other types of heart disease. Generic metoprolol tablets are available, but not extended-release tablets.
Metoprolol Metoprolol tablets or extended-release tablets What do metoprolol tablets or extended-release tablets do?METOPROLOL (Lopressor(R), Toprol XL) belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers reduce the workload on the heart and help it to beat more regularly. Metoprolol controls, but does not cure, high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure may not make you feel sick, but it can lead to serious heart problems. Metoprolol also relieves chest pain (angina) and can be helpful after a heart attack. Metoprolol is also used to improve symptoms in patients with other types of heart disease. Generic metoprolol tablets are available, but not extended-release tablets.
Remeron Mirtazapine tablets What do mirtazapine tablets do?MIRTAZAPINE (Remeron(R), Remeron(R) SolTab(TM)) is an antidepressant, a medicine that helps to lift mental depression and relieve anxiety. Mirtazapine is not like other antidepressants. Mirtazapine may be used for treating some types of tremors.
Montair Montelukast tablets What does montelukast do?MONTELUKAST (Singulair(R)) helps to reduce asthma symptoms (coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, or chest tightness) and control your asthma. It does not provide instant relief and cannot be used to treat a sudden asthma attack. It works only when used on a regular basis to help reduce inflammation and prevent asthma attacks. Montelukast is effective in adults and children.
Avelox Moxifloxacin tablets What do moxifloxacin tablets do?MOXIFLOXACIN (Avelox(TM)) is an antibiotic. It kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It is used to treat bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, and certain skin infections. Generic moxifloxacin tablets are not yet available.
Amerge Naratriptan tablets What do naratriptan tablets do?Naratriptan (Amerge(R)) helps to relieve a migraine attack that starts with or without aura (a peculiar feeling or visual disturbance that warns you of an attack). Generic naratriptan tablets are not yet available.