Carla Eisenstein, PharmD

Doctors prescribe spironolactone oral tablet for adults to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It also treats some other conditions. You take the tablet by mouth once or twice per day.

Doctors prescribe topiramate oral tablet to prevent migraine headaches and treat seizures in adults and some children. You take it by mouth twice per day.

Doctors prescribe fluconazole oral tablet to treat infections caused by certain types of fungus. It’s used in adults and some children. You take it by mouth once per day.

Sildenafil is a generic medication that’s prescribed for erectile dysfunction and a certain blood pressure problem. The brand-name versions of this drug are Liqrev, Revatio, and Viagra. The cost of sildenafil with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

Tramadol is a generic medication prescribed for pain that’s severe enough to require opioid medication in adults. Brand-name versions of this drug are ConZip and Qdolo. The cost of tramadol with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

Tretinoin topical cream is prescribed for acne in adults and some children. It’s applied to your skin once per day before bedtime.

Ciprofloxacin oral tablet treats certain infections caused by bacteria. Doctors prescribe it for adults and some children. For most uses, you take it by mouth twice per day every 12 hours.

Mirtazapine is a generic medication that’s prescribed for depression. The brand-name versions of this drug are Remeron and Remeron SolTab. The cost of mirtazapine with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

Clonidine oral tablet treats high blood pressure in adults. Doctors prescribe it to be taken alone or together with other drugs for this condition. You take it by mouth twice per day.

Allopurinol oral tablet treats gout and other conditions with high levels of uric acid. Doctors prescribe it for adults and some children. You typically take it by mouth one or two times per day.

Finasteride oral tablet is prescribed to treat hair loss. It’s also used to treat enlarged prostate that causes symptoms. Both uses are approved for adults. Finasteride is taken by mouth once per day.

Clonazepam oral tablets are prescribed for seizure disorder in adults and some children. They’re also prescribed for panic disorder in adults. The tablets are taken by mouth two to three times per day.