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Drug Name Index: "G"

Granisetron

Type of Drug: Antiemetic Prescribed for: Preventing nausea and vomiting after certain cancer chemotherapy treatmentsGranisetron General InformationGranisetron, like Ondansetron, produces its effect in a unique way. It antagonizes…

Gemfibrozil

Type of Drug: Antihyperlipidemic (blood-fat reducer) Prescribed for: High levels of blood triglyceridesGeneral InformationGemfibrozil consistently reduces blood-triglyceride levels, but is usually prescribed only for people with…

Guanfacine Hydrochloride

Type of Drug: Antihypertensive. Prescribed for: High blood pressure, heroin withdrawal, migraine headaches, nausea, and vomiting.General InformationGuanfacine works by stimulating a particular portion of the nervous system that…