Advil

ibuprofen. Ibuprofen is an nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve minor aches and pain and reduce fevers.

Afrin

oxymetazoline. Oxymetazoline is used for temporary relief of congestion in the nose.

Aleve

naproxen sodium. Naproxen sodium is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve minor aches and pain.

Aloe gel

aloe vera. Aloe vera gel is typically used relieve sunburn. May be used to improve digestive health and skin care.

Antihistamines long acting

allegra (fexofenadine), claritin (loratadine), zyrtec (cetirizine). These long acting antihistamines are used to control allergies.

Aspercreme

trolamine salicylate. Trolamine salicylate is used to treat minor aches and pains of the muscles and joints.

Azo

phenazopyridine. Phenazopyridine is used to relieve symptoms caused by urinary tract irritation such as pain, burning and need to urgently urinate.

Bayer chewable

aspirin. Aspirin is an nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) is used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain.

Benadryl

diphenydramine. Diphenydramine is a antihistimaine used to relieve symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and common common cold including rash, watery eyes, itchy eyes, nose, and throat, cough, runny nose and sneezing. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting and dizziness associated with motion sickness.

Calamine lotion

Calamine is used to dry oozing or weeping from minor skin irritation; is also used to treat itching and skin irritation caused by chickenpox, inspect bites, insect stings, measles, eczema, sunburn, poison ivy, and other skin condition.

Cough lozenge

Menthol cough lozenge is used to temporarily stop coughs, lubricate, and soothe irritated tissues due to sore throat.

Dramamine non-drowsy

meclizine, dimenhydrinate. Dimenhydrinate is used to treat symptoms of nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness.

Drug reference guide

description

Dulcolax

bisacodyl. Bisacodyl is used to treat constipation by stimulating movement of the intestines.

Electrolytes

powders, including pedialyte. Electrolytes regulate nerve and muscle function, hydrate the body, balance blood acidity and pressure, and help rebuild damaged tissue.

Gas-X

simethicone. Simethicone is used to relieve symptoms of bloating, and feelings of pressure/discomfort in the stomach/gut.

Hemorrhoid cream

hydrocortisone, witch hazel. Hydrocortisone is used to treat symptoms of hemorrhoid by relieving pain and itching.

Honey

Honey might offer antidepressant, anti-convulsant, and anti-anxiety benefits. Medical grade honey may also promote burn healing.

Imodium

loperamide. Loperamide is used to treat sudden diarrhea by slowing down the movement of the intestines.

Lactaid

lactase. Lactose is an enzyme supplement used to help people who have trouble digesting milk and dairy products.

Metamucil

psyllium fiber. Fiber is used to treat constipation by forming a bulky stool.

Mucinex

guaifensin. Guaifensin is an expectorant used to loosen congestion in chest, and throat.

No-doz

caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant used to support mental alertness and wakefulness when feeling fatigued or drowsy.

Pepcid

famotidine. Famotidine is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines.

Pepto-Bismol pills

bismuth subsalicylate. Bismuth subsalicylate is used for heartburn and acid reflux, indigestion, diarrhea and nausea.

Rhinocort

budesonide. Budesonide is a nasal steroid used to treat congestion, sneezing and runny nose caused by allergies.

Sudafed

pseudoephedrine. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant used for temporary relief of stuffy nose and sinus pain/pressure caused by common cold, hay fever, allergies, bronchitis.

Tums

calcium carbonate. Calcium carbonate is used to treat heartburn, upset stomach or indigestion.

Tylenol

acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is used to treat minor aches and pains, as well as reduce fevers.

Vicks vaporub

menthol. Menthol is used to relieve symptoms from colds and coughs.

Vitamin C

ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid is used to prevent Vitamin C deficiency including scurvy.

Zinc

zinc. Zinc is used to prevent zinc deficiency which can cause acute diarrhea in children and slow wound healing.