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Nabumetone

NSAID

Naproxen

Naproxen is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug used to treat pain and inflammation. It has been referred to as a "super aspirin" for its effects on thinning the blood.

Nattokinase

Nattokinase is a natural enzyme derived from fermented soy and the bacteria Bacillus natto. The name "Nattokinase" was given to the enzyme by Dr. Sumi, a professor in the Department of Chemical Technology, College of Science and Industrial Technology, Kurashiki University of Science and the Arts, in 1980.

It shows promise as a fibrinolytic in the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular diseases including thrombosis, hypertension, and stroke.

Nefazodone

Nefazodone is an antidepressant, also sold under the brand name Serzone.

Nicotinic Acid

Also called niacin. A vitamin, and used in treatment to lower lipid levels (cholesterol) in blood.

Nifedipine

Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used in the treatment of hypertension.

Nitazoxanide

a synthetic antiprotozoal agent

Nitisinone

Used to treat hereditary tyrosinemia type 1.

Nitrofurantoin

Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic.

Norgestimate

Norgestimate is a progestin generally used in combination with ethinyl estradiol (estrogen) in an oral contraceptive.

Norgestrel

Norgestrel is a progestin generally used in combination with ethinyl estradiol (estrogen) in oral contraceptives.

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