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OMEPRAZOLE

Omeprazole is prescribed to treat peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux, and hypersecretory syndromes. This drug suppresses the secretion of acid in the stomach.

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ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES

Oral contraceptives change the hormone balance of the body to prevent pregnancy.

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ORPHENADRINE, ASPIRIN, AND CAFFEINE COMBINATION

Orphenadrine, aspirin, and caffeine combination drug is used to relax muscles and to relieve the pain of sprains, strains, and other muscle injuries. Orphenadrine acts as a central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) depressant, which blocks reflexes involved in producing and maintaining muscle spasms.

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OXACILLIN

Oxacillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, especially those involving Staphylococcus bacteria. It acts by severely injuring the cell membranes of the infecting bacteria, thereby preventing them from growing and multiplying. Oxacillin kills susceptible bacteria, but it is not effective against viruses, parasites, or fungi.

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OXAZEPAM

Oxazepam is prescribed to treat symptoms of anxiety and sometimes to treat anxiety associated with depression or alcohol withdrawal. It is not clear exactly how this medicine works, but it may relieve anxiety by acting as a depressant of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Oxazepam is currently used by many people to relieve nervousness. It is effective for this purpose for short periods, but it is important to try to remove the cause of the anxiety as well.

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OXTRIPHYLLINE

This medication is used to treat breathing problems (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema. It relaxes the smooth muscle of the bronchial airways (breathing tubes), which opens the air passages to the lungs and allows air to move in and out more easily.

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OXYBUTYNIN

Oxybutynin is used to relieve the symptoms associated with urinary incontinence (inability to control the bladder) or urinary frequency. It works directly on the muscle of the bladder, increasing bladder capacity and thereby delaying the desire to urinate.

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OXYMETHOLONE

This medication is used to treat anemia and osteoporosis (bone loss). Oxymetholone belongs to a group of drugs known as anabolic hormones (steroids). It works by promoting the buildup of body tissues, including red blood cells and bone.

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