Medication Information
Plain-language pages about common medications, behind-the-counter items, and pharmacy supplies. These pages are informational and do not replace counselling from your prescriber or pharmacist.
ADHD
Addiction Treatment
Buprenorphine/Naloxone (Suboxone)
Opioid agonist therapy for opioid use disorder
Methadone
Long-acting opioid agonist for opioid use disorder and chronic pain
Naltrexone
Opioid antagonist used for alcohol use disorder and opioid relapse prevention
Allergy
Antibiotics
Ciprofloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic — reserved for specific infections
Metronidazole
Antibiotic for anaerobic and protozoal infections
Nitrofurantoin
First-line antibiotic for uncomplicated UTI
Doxycycline
Tetracycline antibiotic — used for skin, respiratory, tick, and STI infections
Amoxicillin
Penicillin-class antibiotic for many common infections
Azithromycin
Macrolide antibiotic — short courses for respiratory and STI infections
Cephalexin
Cephalosporin antibiotic for skin and urinary infections
Cefixime
Oral cephalosporin used in some UTIs and gonorrhea
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim DS
Combination antibiotic (Septra DS, Bactrim DS) for UTI and other infections
Amoxicillin/Clavulanate
Combination antibiotic (Clavulin) for resistant or stubborn infections
Antiemetics
Antifungals
Autoimmune & Specialty
Hydroxychloroquine
For lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and some other autoimmune conditions
Methotrexate
DMARD for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and other autoimmune conditions
Tacrolimus
Immunosuppressant for organ transplant — narrow therapeutic index
Bladder & Urinary
Bone Health
Bowel Care
Loperamide
Anti-diarrheal — Imodium
Sennosides
Stimulant laxative often used in chronic constipation
PEG 3350 (Polyethylene Glycol)
Osmotic laxative for occasional constipation and bowel prep
Bisacodyl
Stimulant laxative tablet or suppository
Cancer Therapy
Cholesterol
Diabetes
Blood Glucose Test Strips
Strips that pair with home meters for blood sugar testing
Glucagon Emergency Kit (Baqsimi, GlucaGen)
Emergency severe-hypoglycemia kit
Insulin Glargine (Lantus, Basaglar, Toujeo)
Long-acting basal insulin for type 1 and type 2 diabetes
Insulin Pen Needles
Single-use needle tips that fit on insulin pens
Rapid-Acting Insulin (Humalog, Novorapid, Apidra, Fiasp)
Mealtime insulin used at meals or to correct high glucose
Semaglutide (Ozempic, Rybelsus, Wegovy)
GLP-1 receptor agonist for type 2 diabetes and weight management
Metformin
Long-standing first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes
Gliclazide MR
Sulfonylurea (modified-release) for type 2 diabetes
Empagliflozin
SGLT2 inhibitor for diabetes, heart failure, and kidney protection
Dapagliflozin
SGLT2 inhibitor for diabetes, heart failure, and kidney protection
Eye Care
HIV Care
Abacavir/Lamivudine (Kivexa)
Backbone NRTI for HIV
Darunavir
Boosted protease inhibitor for HIV
Bictegravir/Emtricitabine/Tenofovir Alafenamide (Biktarvy)
Single-tablet daily regimen for HIV treatment
Dolutegravir
HIV integrase inhibitor — used in combination regimens
Heart & Blood Pressure
Atenolol
Beta blocker — older option still used
Clopidogrel
Antiplatelet — used after stents and in some stroke prevention
Digoxin
Long-standing therapy for heart failure and atrial fibrillation — narrow therapeutic index
Diltiazem
Calcium channel blocker for blood pressure, angina, and rate control
Felodipine
Calcium channel blocker for blood pressure
Nitroglycerin (Nitro Spray, Tablets, Patch)
Fast-acting relief for angina (chest pain)
Spironolactone
Diuretic with multiple uses — heart failure, blood pressure, acne, hirsutism
Telmisartan
ARB for blood pressure
Valsartan
ARB for blood pressure and heart failure
Amlodipine
Calcium channel blocker for blood pressure and angina
Ramipril
ACE inhibitor for blood pressure and heart protection
Metoprolol
Beta blocker for blood pressure, angina, and heart rhythm
Furosemide
Loop diuretic for fluid retention and heart failure
Low-Dose Aspirin (ASA 81 mg)
Daily 81 mg tablet used for cardiovascular protection
Apixaban
Blood thinner (DOAC) for stroke prevention and clot treatment
Hydrochlorothiazide
Water tablet for blood pressure and fluid retention
Candesartan
ARB for blood pressure and heart failure
Rivaroxaban
Blood thinner (DOAC) for stroke prevention and clot treatment
Perindopril
ACE inhibitor for blood pressure and heart protection
Bisoprolol
Beta blocker for blood pressure and heart failure
Warfarin
Long-standing oral anticoagulant requiring regular INR monitoring
Irbesartan
ARB for blood pressure and kidney protection in diabetes
Immunization
COVID-19 Vaccine
Updated COVID vaccines for current circulating strains
Influenza Vaccine
Annual flu shot — pharmacist administered
Pneumococcal Vaccine (Prevnar / Pneumovax)
Vaccines against pneumococcal infections
RSV Vaccine (Arexvy / Abrysvo)
Single-dose RSV vaccine for older adults and pregnancy
Shingrix (Shingles Vaccine)
Two-dose recombinant vaccine for shingles prevention
Travel Vaccinations
Hepatitis A & B, typhoid, yellow fever, and more
Medical Supplies
Graduated Compression Stockings
Knee-high and thigh-high stockings fitted in-store
Ostomy Supplies
Ostomy pouches, wafers, and skin care for colostomy/ileostomy/urostomy
Sharps Containers
Free disposal of used needles, lancets, and syringes
Unused Medication Disposal
Free return program for unused or expired medications
Memory & Cognition
Men's Health
Dutasteride
For benign prostatic hyperplasia
Tadalafil
For erectile dysfunction and benign prostatic hyperplasia
Tamsulosin
Alpha blocker for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Finasteride
Used for benign prostatic hyperplasia and male pattern hair loss
Mental Health
Haloperidol
Older antipsychotic — used for acute agitation, schizophrenia, palliative care
Lurasidone
Atypical antipsychotic for schizophrenia and bipolar depression
Methotrimeprazine (Nozinan)
Older antipsychotic — common in palliative care
Paroxetine
SSRI — short half-life means careful tapering
Quetiapine
Antipsychotic used in schizophrenia, bipolar, and as adjunct in depression
Sertraline
SSRI for depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD
Clozapine
Antipsychotic used in treatment-resistant schizophrenia, with required monitoring
Olanzapine
Antipsychotic used in schizophrenia and bipolar
Aripiprazole
Antipsychotic used in schizophrenia, bipolar, and as adjunct in depression
Risperidone
Antipsychotic used in schizophrenia and bipolar
Trazodone
Antidepressant often used at low doses for sleep
Fluoxetine
SSRI for depression, anxiety, OCD, and bulimia
Bupropion
Antidepressant also used to support quitting smoking
Escitalopram
SSRI for depression and anxiety
Venlafaxine XR
SNRI for depression, anxiety, and panic
Mirtazapine
Antidepressant often chosen when sleep or appetite are affected
Duloxetine
SNRI for depression, anxiety, and certain nerve pain
Amitriptyline
Tricyclic used at low doses for nerve pain, headaches, and sleep
Lithium Carbonate
Mood stabilizer for bipolar disorder, with required monitoring
Citalopram
SSRI for depression and anxiety
Movement Disorder
Nerve Pain
Pain Relief
Naloxone Take-Home Kit
Free emergency opioid overdose reversal kit
Sumatriptan
Triptan for acute migraine
Acetaminophen
Common pain and fever relief — also called Tylenol
Hydromorphone
Strong opioid for moderate-to-severe pain
Acetaminophen with Codeine (T1s, T2s, T3s, T4s)
Combination opioid analgesic — short-course use
Celecoxib
COX-2 selective NSAID for arthritis and chronic pain
Naproxen
Long-acting NSAID for pain and inflammation
Oxycodone (and combinations)
Strong opioid for moderate-to-severe pain
Morphine
Strong opioid for moderate-to-severe pain, including palliative use
Ibuprofen
Common over-the-counter NSAID for pain, inflammation, and fever
Baclofen
Muscle relaxant used in spasticity from MS, spinal cord injury, and other conditions
Fentanyl Transdermal Patch
Long-acting opioid patch for stable severe pain
Tramadol/Acetaminophen
Combination analgesic for moderate pain
Respiratory
Budesonide/Formoterol (Symbicort)
Combination inhaled steroid + long-acting bronchodilator
Fluticasone/Salmeterol (Advair)
Combination inhaled steroid + long-acting bronchodilator
Fluticasone/Umeclidinium/Vilanterol (Trelegy)
Triple combination inhaler for COPD and asthma
Ipratropium (Atrovent)
Short-acting bronchodilator — often paired with salbutamol
Tiotropium (Spiriva)
Once-daily long-acting bronchodilator for COPD and severe asthma
Salbutamol Inhaler
Short-acting reliever inhaler for asthma and COPD
Fluticasone (Inhaled and Nasal)
Inhaled steroid for asthma maintenance, plus nasal spray for allergies
Mometasone Nasal Spray
Daily nasal steroid for allergic and chronic rhinitis
Montelukast
Daily tablet for asthma, exercise-induced asthma, and allergies
Seizure & Mood
Clobazam
Benzodiazepine used for seizure control
Lacosamide
Anticonvulsant — newer agent
Lamotrigine
Anticonvulsant — also used in bipolar disorder
Levetiracetam
Anticonvulsant — broad spectrum
Phenytoin
Older anticonvulsant — narrow therapeutic index
Topiramate
Anticonvulsant — also used for migraine prevention
Valproic Acid / Divalproex
Anticonvulsant — also used in bipolar and migraine prevention
Skin
Clotrimazole (Topical)
OTC topical antifungal cream
Hydrocortisone (Topical OTC)
Mild OTC steroid cream for itch, rash, and minor inflammation
Betamethasone Valerate
Topical steroid for eczema, psoriasis, and inflammatory skin conditions
Sleep & Anxiety
Clonazepam
Long-acting benzodiazepine used in seizure and panic disorders
Melatonin
Hormone supplement used for jet lag, shift work, and some sleep timing issues
Lorazepam
Short-acting benzodiazepine for severe anxiety, agitation, and seizures
Zopiclone
Non-benzodiazepine sleep medication
Diazepam
Long-acting benzodiazepine used short-term for anxiety, muscle spasm, and withdrawal
Temazepam
Short-to-intermediate-acting benzodiazepine used for sleep
Midazolam
Short-acting benzodiazepine used in palliative care and procedural sedation
Smoking Cessation
Specialty Hematology
Steroids
Stomach & Reflux
Esomeprazole
PPI for acid reflux and ulcers
Famotidine
H2 blocker for heartburn and ulcer prevention
Lansoprazole
PPI for acid reflux and ulcers
Pantoprazole
Proton pump inhibitor for acid reflux and ulcers
Omeprazole
Proton pump inhibitor for acid reflux and ulcers
Rabeprazole
Proton pump inhibitor for acid reflux and ulcers
Domperidone
Used for nausea, gastroparesis, and lactation support
Thyroid & Hormones
Vitamins & Minerals
Cranberry Supplement
For UTI prevention in some patients
Magnesium
Supplement for deficiency, leg cramps, and migraine prevention
Omega-3 (Fish Oil)
EPA/DHA supplement for cardiovascular and general health
Vitamin B Complex
Combined B-vitamin supplement
Vitamin D3
Supplement and prescribed therapy for vitamin D deficiency
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
Tablets, sublingual, and injection forms
Iron Supplements (Ferrous Gluconate, Sulfate, Fumarate)
Iron tablets for iron-deficiency anemia
Adult Multivitamins
Daily multivitamin and mineral supplements
Folic Acid
Folate supplement for pregnancy and certain medical situations
Women's Health
Combined Oral Contraceptive Pills
Estrogen + progestin pills — taken daily
Progestin-Only Pill (Mini-Pill)
Daily contraception without estrogen
Prenatal Multivitamins
Multivitamin formulated for pregnancy
Levonorgestrel Emergency Contraception
Plan B — emergency contraception used after unprotected sex