The Top 200 Drugs on the PTCB
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam is the final step before becoming a certified pharmacy tech. The credential is your gateway to a promising career in pharmacy, which makes this test extremely important.
The PTCB exam can be challenging, so preparation is necessary for success. A rigorous study routine is imperative to get the score you need. To get you started, here are the top 200 drugs you are likely to encounter when you take the PTCB exam. They are categorized by drug type, including brand and generic names, and are also arranged all together in a chart below. Familiarizing yourself with the top 200 drugs and their uses will go a long way to ensuring a great score on the PTCB exam.
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors are a class of drugs used to treat enlarged prostate glands. (Note that these drugs are not approved for prostate cancer treatment.) They also can treat hair loss, including male pattern baldness.
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Avodart (dutasteride)
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Proscar (finasteride) - An oral treatment that can be used alone or in combination with other prostate treatments.
ACE inhibitor
Angiotensin-converting enzymes (ACE) inhibitors help relax arteries and veins, which can aid in lowering blood pressure. They work by preventing the production of angiotensin II, a substance that narrows blood vessels, by certain enzymes in the body.
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Aceon (perindopril)
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Altace (ramipril)
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Epaned (enalapril)
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Norvasc (amlodipine)
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Prinivil (lisinopril)
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Qbrelis (lisinopril)
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Vasotec (enalapril)
Alpha-1 Blocker
Alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonists, also known as alpha-blockers, bind to type 1 alpha-adrenergic receptors. This binding inhibits smooth muscle contraction, which can aid in managing hypertension and benign prostatic hypertrophy.
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Cardura (doxazosin)
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Hytrin (terazosin)
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Uroxatral (alfuzosin)
Antipyretic Analgesics
Antipyretic analgesics combine the benefit of pain relief with the ability to lower elevated body temperature due to fever.
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Fioricet (acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine)
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Night Time (acetaminophen and diphenhydramine)
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Percocet (acetaminophen and oxycodone)
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Pyridium (phenazopyridine)
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Tylenol (acetaminophen)
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Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone, an opioid)
Anti-Gout Medications
These medications help with the common inflammatory arthritis associated with gout. Allopurinols limit the amount of uric acid the body makes, and colchicine helps treat pain associated with gout.
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Colcrys (colchicine)
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Mitigare (colchicine)
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Zyloprim (allopurinol)
Anti-Malarial Medications
Anti-malarial medications treat malaria and prevent infection in some regions of the world.
- Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine)
Anti-Migraine Medications
These medications target the trigeminovascular system in the brain. They are used to treat migraines and cluster headaches.
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Relpax (eletriptan)
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Imitrex (sumatriptan)
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Zomig (zolmitriptan)
Antibiotics and Antibacterial Medications
You will almost certainly encounter various drugs on the PTCB exam that combat bacterial infections, including pneumonia, bronchitis, and diseases affecting the ears, nose, throat, and other areas of the body.
Penicillin, discovered by Dr. Alexander Fleming in 1928, is a beta-lactam that interferes with the production of molecules called peptidoglycan that helps produce strong links between bacterial cells. Some medications on this list, like Flagyl, also serve as anti-protozoal drugs.
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Adoxa (doxycycline)
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Amoxil Trimox (amoxicillin)
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Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanic acid)
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Avelox (moxifloxacin)
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Bactroban (mupirocin)
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Biaxin (clarithromycin)
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Ceftin (cefuroxime)
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Cipro (ciprofloxacin)
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Cleocin (clindamycin)
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Flagyl (metronidazole)
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Keflex (cephalexin)
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Levaquin (levofloxacin)
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Macrobid Macrodantin (nitrofurantoin)
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Omicef (cefdinir)
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PC Pen VK (penicillin)
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Pen V (penicillin)
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Proquin (ciprofloxacin)
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Sumycin Ala-Tet Brodspec (tetracycline)
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Vibramycin (doxycycline)
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Zithromax (azithromycin)
Anti-Cancer Medications
Medications containing pemetrexed and bevacizumab are often used as the first treatment regimen for metastatic cancer with no gene mutations. Common types include ovarian and non-squamous, non-small-cell lung cancers.
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Alimta (pemetrexed)
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Avastin (bevacizumab)
Anticoagulant Medications
Anticoagulant medications work by interrupting the processes involved in the formation of blood clots. These drugs are a preventative measure for people with a high risk of clots, which can lead to serious conditions like heart attack and stroke.
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Coumadin (warfarin)
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Eliquis (apixaban)
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Fragmin (dalteparin)
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Heparin Sodium (heparin)
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Lovenox (enoxaparin)
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Pradaxa (dabigatran)
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Xarelto (rivaroxaban)
Anticonvulsant Medications
Anticonvulsant or anti-seizure medications are common treatments for people with epilepsy or other chronic seizure conditions. They also are used for patients who have just undergone brain surgery or another procedure that impacts the central nervous system. They work by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
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Depacon Depakote (valproate sodium)
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Dilantin (phenytoin)
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Keppra (levetiracetam)
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Lamictal (lamotrigine)
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Lyrica (pregabalin)
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Neurontin (gabapentin)
Antidepressants
Antidepressants are a type of medication used to prevent or treat clinical depression. Most antidepressants work by restoring balance or increasing the production of various chemicals, such as serotonin, in the brain. Sometimes they can help treat other conditions, like generalized anxiety disorder or obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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Celexa (citalopram)
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Desyrel (trazodone)
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Elavil (amitriptyline)
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Lexapro (escitalopram)
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Luvox (fluvoxamine)
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Pamelor (nortriptyline)
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Paxil (paroxetine)
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Prozac Sarafem (fluoxetine)
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Tofranil (imipramine)
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Vanatrip (amitriptyline)
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Zoloft (sertraline)
Antidiabetic Medications
Antidiabetics are a class of drugs that treat the effects of diabetes, including type 2 diabetes, by controlling high blood sugar levels in various ways—for instance, glyburide and sitagliptin cause the pancreas to release more insulin into the bloodstream. Medications containing metformin improve the way the body handles insulin.
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Amaryl (glimepiride)
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DiaBeta (glyburide)
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Glucophage (metformin)
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Glucotrol (glipizide)
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HumuLIN (insulin isophane)
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HumaLOG (insulin lispro)
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Invokana (canagliflozin)
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Januvia (sitagliptin)
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Lantus (insulin glargine)
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Levemir (insulin detemir)
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NovoLog (insulin aspart)
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Reglan (metoclopramide)
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Saxenda Victoza (liraglutide)
Antiemetic Medications
Antiemetic medications are used to ease nausea or vomiting. Common treatments include those for motion sickness, viral or bacterial infections (such as stomach influenza), pregnancy, or the effects of surgery or chemotherapy.
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Kytril Sancuso (granisetron)
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Zofran (ondansetron)
Antifungal Medications
Antifungal medications kill or stop the growth of fungal infections in the body. While anyone can get fungal infections, they can be life-threatening for people with autoimmune diseases, like lupus or AIDS, cancer, or who have had stem cell transplants.
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Diflucan (fluconazole)
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Lotrisone (clotrimazole and betamethasone)
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Nizoral Topical (ketoconazole)
Antihistamines
As the name suggests, antihistamines block the effects of a substance called histamine that your body releases whenever it encounters a harmful infection. Histamine causes blood vessels to expand and the skin to swell to protect the body. When this is happening due to allergies, antihistamines halt the reaction.
- Tussionex PennKinetic (chlorpheniramine and hydrocodone)
Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Anti-inflammatory medications, such as prednisone, help control inflammation in joints and organs. Anti-inflammatory drugs such as hydrocortisone and triamcinolone ease discomfort caused by inflammation that attacks the skin. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are often used for headaches and minor injuries.
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Advil (ibuprofen)
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Ala-Cort (hydrocortisone)
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Aleve (naproxen)
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Aristocort (triamcinolone)
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Cataflam (diclofenac)
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Celebrex (celecoxib)
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Deltasone (prednisone)
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Flo-Pred (prednisolone)
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Mobic (meloxicam)
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Rayos (prednisone)
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Relafen (nabumetone)
Anti-insomnia Medications
Anti-insomnia medications work by slowing down activity in the brain, which aids in falling and staying asleep.
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Ambien (zolpidem)
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Lunesta (eszopiclone)
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Sonata (zaleplon)
Antiretroviral Medications
Antiretroviral medications, such as those containing valganciclovir, are intended to slow the progression of HIV or hepatitis C.
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Atripla (emtricitabine, tenofovir, and efavirenz)
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Isentress (raltegravir)
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Sovaldi (sofosbuvir)
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Valcyte (valganciclovir)
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Zovirax (acyclovir)
Asthma and Bronchitis Medications
Beta-2 agonists are a drug class that modifies the epinephrine molecule to allow selective interaction with beta-2 receptors on bronchial muscles. They are used to manage bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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Advair (salmeterol and fluticasone)
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Combivent Respimat (albuterol and ipratropium)
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ProAir (albuterol)
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Proventil (albuterol)
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Singulair (montelukast)
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Ventolin (albuterol)
Attention Deficit Disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders found in children. Medications, like those containing methylphenidate, are central nervous system stimulants that treat ADHD and other disorders like narcolepsy.
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Concerta (methylphenidate)
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Ritalin (methylphenidate)
Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are used to treat severe anxiety, including panic disorders, and insomnia. They work by telling the brain to release a neurotransmitter, gamma-aminobutyric acid, which makes the nervous system less active.
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Ativan (lorazepam)
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Klonopin (clonazepam)
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Restoril (temazepam)
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Valium (diazepam)
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Xanax (alprazolam)
Beta-Blockers and Nitrate Medications
Beta-blockers are a specific class of drugs that decrease heart activity by blocking hormones like adrenaline. Nitrate medications reduce stress on the heart by improving blood flow.
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Coreg (carvedilol)
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Imdur (isosorbide mononitrate)
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Lopressor (metoprolol)
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NitroStat Sublingual (nitroglycerin)
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Tenormin (atenolol)
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Zebeta (bisoprolol)
Birth Control
There are many different types of drugs used for female birth control. Most impact the hormones that contribute to an egg fully developing each month. Yaz is the most likely one you will encounter on the PTCB exam.
- Yaz (ethinyl estradiol and drospirenone)
Blood Pressure Medications
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a primary contributor to more than 670,000 deaths in the United States every year.
Medications containing hydralazine decrease blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, thus decreasing the heart’s work.
Medications containing clopidogrel help thin the blood, thereby decreasing pressure in blood vessels.
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Apresoline (hydralazine)
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Plavix (clopidogrel)
Bone Health
Bisphosphonates, such as those containing zoledronic acid, can help treat Paget’s disease, multiple myeloma, and many bone cancers.
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Actonel (risedronate)
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Boniva (ibandronate)
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Fosamax (alendronate)
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Reclast (zoledronic acid)
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Zometa (zoledronic acid)
Brain Disorder Medications
Many drugs are designed to relieve the symptoms of brain disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors like donepezil, for instance, inhibit the breakdown of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine into acetate and choline.
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Aricept (donepezil)
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Clozaril (clozapine)
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Cogentin (benztropine)
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Haldol (haloperidol)
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Inbrija Dopar Larodopa (levodopa)
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Requip (ropinirole)
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Risperdal (risperidone)
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Seroquel (quetiapine)
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Stalevo 50 (levodopa, carbidopa, and entacapone)
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Zyprexa (olanzapine)
Cholesterol Medications
High cholesterol can lead to myriad health problems. Drugs that contain ezetimibe, an antihyperlipidemic, help lower cholesterol in the blood. Drugs with omega-3 fatty acids can help lower triglycerides.
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Altoprev (lovastatin)
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Antara (fenofibrate)
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Crestor (rosuvastatin)
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Lipitor (atorvastatin)
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Lopid (gemfibrozil)
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Lovaza (omega-3 fatty acids)
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Mevacor (lovastatin)
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Pravachol (pravastatin)
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Niaspan (niacin)
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TriCor (fenofibrate)
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Zetia (ezetimibe)
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Zocor (simvastatin)
Common Cold/Flu Symptom Medications
Antipyretic medications such as aspirin help reduce fever. Antitussive expectorants, like those containing dextromethorphan, relieve coughs, though they are not intended for chronic coughs associated with asthma, emphysema, or long-term smoking.
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Bayer (aspirin)
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Bufferin (aspirin)
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Ecotrin (aspirin)
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Robitussin (dextromethorphan and guaifenesin)
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Tamiflu (oseltamivir)
Disinfectant/Antiseptics and Topical Anesthetic
Topical antiseptics can help clean skin after an injury or before an injection or surgery. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic that can stop pain by reducing signals in the skin’s nerve endings.
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BetaSept (chlorhexidine)
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ChloraPrep (chlorhexidine)
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Lidoderm (lidocaine)
Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction medications work by relaxing the muscles and arteries inside the penis, creating better blood flow to help achieve erections. Drugs containing tadalafil can also help treat enlarged prostate.
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Cialis (tadalafil)
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Levitra (vardenafil)
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Viagra (sildenafil)
Estrogen Modulators/Replacements
Medications, like those containing raloxifene, help prevent or treat symptoms associated with low estrogen due to menopause. These include “hot flashes” and the development of osteoporosis.
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Evista (raloxifene)
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Premarin (conjugated estrogens)
Gastrointestinal Medications
Antispasmodic and anticholinergic medications like those continuing dicyclomine and tiotropium relieve muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract. They do so by blocking the activity of various natural substances in the body. They are predominantly used to treat irritable bowel syndrome.
Other medications, like those containing famotidine, are H2-receptor antagonists that are used to treat or prevent ulcers. Those with lactulose and senna are classified as laxatives, and they are designed to combat constipation.
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AcipHex (rabeprazole)
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Bentyl (dicyclomine)
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Constulose (lactulose)
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Ex-Lax (senna)
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Pepcid (famotidine)
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Prevacid (lansoprazole)
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Prilosec (omeprazole)
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Nexium (esomeprazole)
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Senna Lax (senna)
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Spiriva (tiotropium)
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Vesicare (solifenacin)
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Zantac (ranitidine)
Kidney Disease Medications
Medications containing cinacalcet are used to treat secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients with chronic kidney disease. Medications containing furosemide are diuretics, which can help with fluid retention and swelling of organs.
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Sensipar (cinacalcet)
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Lasix (furosemide)
Immunosuppressants
Immunosuppressants reduce the natural response of the body’s immune system to various conditions, including everything from rejecting organs after a transplant to severe inflammatory diseases like psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and multiple sclerosis.
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Enbrel (etanercept)
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Gilenya (fingolimod)
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Neoral (cyclosporin)
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Otrexup (methotrexate)
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SandIMMUNE (cyclosporin)
Monoclonal Antibodies
Monoclonal antibodies therapy is an infusion or injection designed to combat different conditions, including COVID-19, osteoporosis, inflammatory disorders, and certain cancers.
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Herceptin (trastuzumab)
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Prolia (denosumab)
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Remicade (infliximab)
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Stelara (ustekinumab)
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Xgeva (denosumab)
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Xolair (omalizumab)
Muscle Relaxants
Muscle relaxants slow down brain and nerve actions that control muscle tone, thus relaxing the muscles.
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Carbacot (methocarbamol)
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Lioresal (baclofen)
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Robaxin (methocarbamol)
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Zanaflex (tizanidine)
Opiate Narcotics/Analgesics
Opioids are potent narcotics used to treat severe pain. Some medications, such as those containing methadone, can be used to combat opioid drug addiction.
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Duragesic (fentanyl)
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Methadose (methadone)
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Ultram (tramadol)
Top 200 Drugs for the PTCB Exam
Brand Name | Generic Name | Drug Classification |
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Lipitor | atorvastatin | Statin |
Zestril | lisinopril | ACE inhibitor |
Norvasc | amlodipine | Calcium channel blocker |
Synthroid | levothyroxine | Thyroid medication |
Plavix | clopidogrel | Antiplatelet agent |
Nexium | esomeprazole | Proton pump inhibitor |
Advair Diskus | fluticasone/salmeterol | Bronchodilator + steroid |
Crestor | rosuvastatin | Statin |
Cymbalta | duloxetine | SNRI antidepressant |
Vyvanse | lisdexamfetamine | CNS stimulant |
Lasix | furosemide | Diuretic |
Coumadin | warfarin | Anticoagulant |
Lantus | insulin glargine | Insulin |
Neurontin | gabapentin | Antiepileptic/Antineuralgic |
Zoloft | sertraline | SSRI antidepressant |
ProAir HFA | albuterol | Bronchodilator |
Augmentin | amoxicillin/clavulanate | Antibiotic |
Ambien | zolpidem | Sedative |
Singulair | montelukast | Leukotriene receptor antagonist |
Metoprolol Tartrate | metoprolol | Beta-blocker |
Seroquel XR | quetiapine | Atypical antipsychotic |
Diovan | valsartan | ARB (Angiotensin receptor blocker) |
Viagra | sildenafil | Erectile dysfunction treatment |
Zocor | simvastatin | Statin |
Flexeril | cyclobenzaprine | Muscle relaxant |
Concerta | methylphenidate | CNS stimulant (for ADHD) |
Tamiflu | oseltamivir | Antiviral |
Mobic | meloxicam | NSAID |
Premarin | conjugated estrogens | Estrogen replacement |
Bactrim DS | sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim | Antibiotic |
Effexor XR | venlafaxine | SNRI antidepressant |
Toprol XL | metoprolol succinate | Beta-blocker |
Glucophage | metformin | Antidiabetic |
Prozac | fluoxetine | SSRI antidepressant |
Celebrex | celecoxib | NSAID |
Klonopin | clonazepam | Benzodiazepine |
Abilify | aripiprazole | Atypical antipsychotic |
OxyContin | oxycodone | Opioid analgesic |
Diflucan | fluconazole | Antifungal |
Paxil | paroxetine | SSRI antidepressant |
Prilosec | omeprazole | Proton pump inhibitor |
Lyrica | pregabalin | Antiepileptic/Antineuralgic |
Xanax | alprazolam | Benzodiazepine |
Spiriva | tiotropium | Anticholinergic bronchodilator |
Januvia | sitagliptin | DPP-4 inhibitor (Antidiabetic) |
Tricor | fenofibrate | Antihyperlipidemic |
Actos | pioglitazone | Antidiabetic |
Levaquin | levofloxacin | Antibiotic |
Nasonex | mometasone | Corticosteroid (nasal spray) |
Benicar | olmesartan | ARB (Angiotensin receptor blocker) |
Ultram | tramadol | Opioid analgesic |
Fosamax | alendronate | Bisphosphonate (for osteoporosis) |
Suboxone | buprenorphine/naloxone | Opioid dependence treatment |
Insulin Regular | humulin R, novolin R | Insulin |
Lunesta | eszopiclone | Sedative |
Lotensin | benazepril | ACE inhibitor |
Avapro | irbesartan | ARB (Angiotensin receptor blocker) |
Advil/Motrin | ibuprofen | NSAID |
Depakote | divalproex | Antiepileptic |
Strattera | atomoxetine | NRI (for ADHD) |
Valtrex | valacyclovir | Antiviral |
Aleve | naproxen | NSAID |
Vytorin | ezetimibe/simvastatin | Antihyperlipidemic |
Cipro | ciprofloxacin | Antibiotic |
Coreg | carvedilol | Beta-blocker |
Keppra | levetiracetam | Antiepileptic |
Claritin | loratadine | Antihistamine |
Flonase | fluticasone (nasal) | Corticosteroid (nasal spray) |
Zetia | ezetimibe | Antihyperlipidemic |
Risperdal | risperidone | Atypical antipsychotic |
Tylenol | acetaminophen | Analgesic/Antipyretic |
Altace | ramipril | ACE inhibitor |
Zyprexa | olanzapine | Atypical antipsychotic |
Wellbutrin | bupropion | Antidepressant |
Desyrel | trazodone | Antidepressant |
Accupril | quinapril | ACE inhibitor |
Plendil | felodipine | Calcium channel blocker |
Evista | raloxifene | SERM (Selective estrogen receptor modulator) |
Imdur | isosorbide mononitrate | Nitrate (for angina) |
Adderall XR | amphetamine/dextroamphetamine | CNS stimulant (for ADHD) |
Bystolic | nebivolol | Beta-blocker |
Lanoxin | digoxin | Cardiac glycoside |
Hyzaar | losartan/hydrochlorothiazide | ARB + Diuretic |
Catapres | clonidine | Alpha-2 agonist |
Atarax | hydroxyzine | Antihistamine |
Geodon | ziprasidone | Atypical antipsychotic |
Cardizem | diltiazem | Calcium channel blocker |
Elavil | amitriptyline | Tricyclic antidepressant |
Amaryl | glimepiride | Sulfonylurea (Antidiabetic) |
Tenormin | atenolol | Beta-blocker |
Dilantin | phenytoin | Antiepileptic |
Maxalt | rizatriptan | Triptan (for migraines) |
Glucotrol | glipizide | Sulfonylurea (Antidiabetic) |
Cozaar | losartan | ARB (Angiotensin receptor blocker) |
Reglan | metoclopramide | Antiemetic |
Nolvadex | tamoxifen | SERM (Selective estrogen receptor modulator) |
Micardis | telmisartan | ARB (Angiotensin receptor blocker) |
Pepcid | famotidine | H2-receptor antagonist |
Buspar | buspirone | Anxiolytic |
Duragesic | fentanyl (transdermal) | Opioid analgesic |
Ortho-Tri-Cyclen | ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate | Oral contraceptive |
Clozaril | clozapine | Atypical antipsychotic |
Asacol | mesalamine | Anti-inflammatory (for IBD) |
Azmacort | triamcinolone (inhalation) | Corticosteroid (inhalation) |
Aldactone | spironolactone | Diuretic |
Lotrel | amlodipine/benazepril | Calcium channel blocker + ACE inhibitor |
Zantac | ranitidine | H2-receptor antagonist |
Zanaflex | tizanidine | Muscle relaxant |
Mevacor | lovastatin | Statin |
Proscar | finasteride | 5-alpha reductase inhibitor |
Remeron | mirtazapine | Antidepressant |
Prinzide/Zestoretic | lisinopril/hydrochlorothiazide | ACE inhibitor + Diuretic |
Zyban | bupropion (smoking cessation) | Dopamine reuptake inhibitor |
Restoril | temazepam | Benzodiazepine (for insomnia) |
Tessalon | benzonatate | Antitussive |
Betapace | sotalol | Beta-blocker |
Cymbalta | duloxetine | SNRI antidepressant |
Starlix | nateglinide | Antidiabetic |
Lotrisone | clotrimazole/betamethasone | Antifungal + Steroid |
Trileptal | oxcarbazepine | Antiepileptic |
Aralen | chloroquine | Antimalarial |
Toradol | ketorolac | NSAID |
Requip | ropinirole | Anti-Parkinson’s |
Combivent | albuterol/ipratropium | Bronchodilator |
Norvir | ritonavir | Antiretroviral |
Pamelor | nortriptyline | Tricyclic antidepressant |
Vyvanse | lisdexamfetamine | CNS stimulant (for ADHD) |
Tegretol | carbamazepine | Antiepileptic |
Symbicort | budesonide/formoterol | Corticosteroid + Bronchodilator |
Medrol | methylprednisolone | Corticosteroid |
Abilify | aripiprazole | Atypical antipsychotic |
Exforge | amlodipine/valsartan | CCB + ARB combination |
Depakene | valproic acid | Antiepileptic |
Nexium | esomeprazole | Proton pump inhibitor |
Haldol | haloperidol | Typical antipsychotic |
Colace | docusate | Stool softener |
Diovan | valsartan | ARB (Angiotensin receptor blocker) |
Prezista | darunavir | Antiretroviral |
Bactrim, Septra | sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim | Antibiotic |
Xalatan | latanoprost | Prostaglandin (glaucoma treatment) |
Sinemet | carbidopa/levodopa | Anti-Parkinson’s |
Onglyza | saxagliptin | DPP-4 inhibitor (Antidiabetic) |
Femara | letrozole | Aromatase inhibitor (breast cancer) |
Atrovent | ipratropium | Anticholinergic bronchodilator |
Detrol | tolterodine | Antimuscarinic (overactive bladder) |
Phenergan | promethazine | Antiemetic |
AndroGel | testosterone (gel) | Testosterone replacement |
Prevacid | lansoprazole | Proton pump inhibitor |
Methergine | methylergonovine | Uterine contractant |
Synthroid | levothyroxine | Thyroid hormone replacement |
Vytorin | ezetimibe/simvastatin | Cholesterol-lowering combination |
Janumet | sitagliptin/metformin | DPP-4 inhibitor + Biguanide (Antidiabetic) |
Invokana | canagliflozin | SGLT2 inhibitor (Antidiabetic) |
Motrin | ibuprofen | NSAID |
Flomax | tamsulosin | Alpha-1 blocker |
Flexeril | cyclobenzaprine | Muscle relaxant |
Prograf | tacrolimus | Immunosuppressant |
Benicar | olmesartan | ARB (Angiotensin receptor blocker) |
Actos | pioglitazone | Thiazolidinedione (Antidiabetic) |
Nasonex | mometasone (nasal spray) | Corticosteroid (nasal) |
Lyrica | pregabalin | Antiepileptic/Antineuralgic |
Aldara | imiquimod | Immune response modifier (topical) |
Altace | ramipril | ACE inhibitor |
Valtrex | valacyclovir | Antiviral |
Effexor XR | venlafaxine | SNRI antidepressant |
Avapro | irbesartan | ARB (Angiotensin receptor blocker) |
Patanol | olopatadine (eye drops) | Antihistamine (ophthalmic) |
Seroquel XR | quetiapine | Atypical antipsychotic |
Kaletra | lopinavir/ritonavir | Antiretroviral combination |
Zofran | ondansetron | Antiemetic |
Zestril, Prinivil | lisinopril | ACE inhibitor |
Cogentin | benztropine | Anticholinergic (for Parkinson’s) |
Humalog | insulin lispro | Rapid-acting insulin |
Topamax | topiramate | Antiepileptic |
Bystolic | nebivolol | Beta-blocker |
Advair Diskus | fluticasone/salmeterol | Corticosteroid + Bronchodilator |
Lantus | insulin glargine | Long-acting insulin |
Diovan HCT | valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide | ARB + Diuretic combination |
Inderal | propranolol | Beta-blocker |
Lamictal | lamotrigine | Antiepileptic |
Travatan Z | travoprost (eye drops) | Prostaglandin (glaucoma treatment) |
Vesicare | solifenacin | Antimuscarinic (overactive bladder) |
Asmanex Twisthaler | mometasone (inhalation) | Corticosteroid (inhalation) |
Levitra | vardenafil | Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor (Erectile Dysfunction) |
Strattera | atomoxetine | Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (for ADHD) |
Fosamax | alendronate | Bisphosphonate (for osteoporosis) |
Celebrex | celecoxib | NSAID (COX-2 inhibitor) |
Catapres | clonidine | Alpha-2 agonist (for hypertension) |
Lunesta | eszopiclone | Non-benzodiazepine sedative |
Crestor | rosuvastatin | Statin (cholesterol-lowering) |
Aggrenox | aspirin/dipyridamole | Antiplatelet agent |
Lotensin | benazepril | ACE inhibitor |
Evista | raloxifene | SERM (Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator) |
Boniva | ibandronate | Bisphosphonate (for osteoporosis) |
Dilantin | phenytoin | Antiepileptic |
Neurontin | gabapentin | Antiepileptic/Antineuralgic |
Ambien CR | zolpidem | Sedative |
Exelon | rivastigmine | Cholinesterase inhibitor (for Alzheimer’s) |
Namenda | memantine | NMDA antagonist (for Alzheimer’s) |
Januvia | sitagliptin | DPP-4 inhibitor (Antidiabetic) |
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