Drugs A–Z
Fact-checked information on the medications patients ask us about most — sourced from FDA prescribing information and CMS pricing data, with clear answers on prescription status and safety. This directory is not exhaustive; call us at (860) 522-9289 if you don't see the medication you're looking for.
Augmentin (Amoxicillin/Clavulanate)
Augmentin is amoxicillin combined with clavulanate potassium — the ingredient that lets it fight bacteria plain amoxicillin can't touch. Here's the real difference from amoxicillin, correct dosing, why GI side effects are more common, and what it actually treats (strep throat isn't on that list).
Cialis (Tadalafil)
Tadalafil — sold as Cialis, and as a far less expensive generic since 2018 — is a prescription-only PDE5 inhibitor known for lasting up to 36 hours. Here's daily vs. as-needed dosing, how it compares to Viagra, what it actually treats, and real pricing.
Dapoxetine
Dapoxetine (Priligy) is approved by prescription in Mexico, the UK, and 50+ other countries — but not in the United States. Here's what that actually means, the real legal picture on personal importation, and what FDA-approved options exist here.
Doxycycline (Hyclate & Monohydrate)
One antibiotic, two common salt forms — hyclate and monohydrate — sold under names like Vibramycin, Monodox, and Doryx. Here's what actually differs between them, what doxycycline treats (and doesn't), and the interactions that matter.
Addyi (Flibanserin)
Often called "female Viagra," Addyi (flibanserin) is the first FDA-approved daily medication for low sexual desire in premenopausal women — a real prescription drug, not an unregulated "arousal pill." Here's what it actually treats, the alcohol rules, how it compares to Vyleesi, and real pricing.
Lasix (Furosemide)
Furosemide — the "water pill" — is a prescription-only loop diuretic in the United States. Here's what it treats, why potassium monitoring matters, how it compares to other diuretics, and what your options are if cost is the real obstacle.
Metronidazole
An antibiotic and antiprotozoal sold as oral tablets, topical gel/cream, and vaginal gel — treats everything from bacterial vaginosis to rosacea, and every form requires a prescription in the US.
Misoprostol
Misoprostol (Cytotec) is FDA-approved to prevent stomach ulcers in patients on long-term NSAID therapy — a prescription-only medication with a serious boxed warning for pregnancy. Here's the real dosing, how it compares to the more commonly used alternative, and pricing.
Ozempic (Semaglutide)
Semaglutide is a prescription injectable (Ozempic) or oral tablet (Rybelsus) for type 2 diabetes — not an over-the-counter weight-loss product. Covers dosing, side effects, and how it compares to Wegovy, Rybelsus, and Mounjaro.
Sildenafil (Viagra)
Sildenafil — the active ingredient behind brand-name Viagra — is a prescription-only medication in the United States, available as a far less expensive generic since 2017. Here's what it actually treats, real dosing, brand vs. generic pricing, and what determines whether it's safe for you.