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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)Prescription, OTC

Naproxen

Generic: Naproxen

Relief of mild to moderate pain, inflammation, and fever

⚙️ Work Mechanism:

Naproxen calms inflammation and blocks chemical pain signals in the nervous system to deliver targeted relief from aches, fever, and stiffness.

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Calcium Channel Blockers, DihydropyridinePrescription

Nifedipine

Generic: Nifedipine

Management of vasospastic angina, chronic stable angina, hypertension

⚙️ Work Mechanism:

Nifedipine relaxes tight blood vessels and supports regular cardiac pumping, keeping blood pressure within a healthy range and protecting heart health.

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Urinary Anti-infectivesPrescription

Nitrofurantoin

Generic: Nitrofurantoin

Treatment and prophylaxis of urinary tract infections (UTIs)

⚙️ Work Mechanism:

Nitrofurantoin works at the cellular level to correct underlying biochemical imbalances, reduce clinical symptoms, and support overall health.

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NitratesPrescription

Nitroglycerin

Generic: Nitroglycerin

Acute relief or prophylaxis of angina pectoris

⚙️ Work Mechanism:

Nitroglycerin works at the cellular level to correct underlying biochemical imbalances, reduce clinical symptoms, and support overall health.

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Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)Prescription

Nortriptyline

Generic: Nortriptyline Hydrochloride

Treatment of depression; off-label for neuropathic pain

⚙️ Work Mechanism:

Nortriptyline works at the cellular level to correct underlying biochemical imbalances, reduce clinical symptoms, and support overall health.

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