Online-Pharmacy-Source.com Drugs beginning with the letter E
Effexor
Effexor (Venlafaxine) is used in the treatment of depression. The
extended release form (XR) of this medication is also used to treat anxiety.
Effexor is thought to work on both serotonin and norepinephrine - two
chemicals in the brain linked to depression. Correcting the imbalance of
these two chemicals may help relieve symptoms of depression.
Esgic Plus
Esgic Plus is a barbiturate sedative (butalbital) mixed with
a non-aspirin pain medication (acetaminophen) and caffeine. This non-narcotic
pain medication and relaxant is often prescribed for tension headaches
caused by contractions of the muscles in the neck and shoulder area, and
migraines. Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer. Butalbital
is in a class of drugs called barbiturates that slow down your central nervous
system (brain and nerve impulses) causing relaxation. Caffeine
is believed to constrict dilated blood vessels that may contribute to
tension headaches.
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