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BaclofenRelaxes overactive nerve signals that cause muscle stiffness and spasm.2 medicinesView BaclofenBaricitinibA JANUS kinase inhibitor that dampens immune overactivity in rheumatoid arthritis, eczema and alopecia areata.1 medicineView BaricitinibBeclometasoneCorticosteroid that calms airway inflammation, used to prevent asthma symptoms and flare-ups.2 medicinesView BeclometasoneBempedoic AcidBlocks an enzyme in the liver to lower LDL cholesterol, used alongside diet and statins.1 medicineView Bempedoic AcidBetahistineReduces pressure in the inner ear to ease vertigo, tinnitus and hearing symptoms.1 medicineView BetahistineBetamethasoneA potent corticosteroid that calms inflammation and itching in eczema and dermatitis.6 medicinesView BetamethasoneBethanecholStimulates bladder muscle contraction to encourage urine flow when the bladder is not emptying fully.1 medicineView BethanecholBicalutamideBlocks androgen receptors to slow prostate cancer progression, used alongside surgery or other hormone therapy.1 medicineView BicalutamideBilastineA non-drowsy antihistamine that blocks histamine receptors to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing and itching.1 medicineView BilastineBimatoprostProstaglandin analogue that increases fluid drainage from the eye to lower internal pressure.5 medicinesView BimatoprostBisoprololA selective beta-blocker that slows heart rate and lowers blood pressure, used for hypertension and chronic heart failure.2 medicinesView BisoprololBrimonidineAlpha-2 agonist that lowers fluid pressure inside the eye, used for glaucoma and ocular hypertension.1 medicineView BrimonidineBrinzolamideReduces fluid production inside the eye to lower elevated eye pressure in glaucoma and ocular hypertension.1 medicineView BrinzolamideBromhexineThins and loosens sticky mucus in the airways, making it easier to cough up.1 medicineView BromhexineBromocriptineReduces prolactin levels and improves movement control by stimulating dopamine receptors.1 medicineView BromocriptineBudesonideA corticosteroid that calms airway and nasal inflammation, used for asthma, COPD and allergic rhinitis.5 medicinesView BudesonideBupropionAminoketone agent affecting dopamine and noradrenaline, used for depression and tobacco dependence.5 medicinesView BupropionBuspironeAn anxiolytic that modulates serotonin and dopamine activity, used for the management of anxiety disorders.1 medicineView Buspirone