Medication Reference
Medications A-Z
A library of drug guides focused on a single question: how is this medication different for Black patients? Every page leads with the published evidence, cites FDA labels and professional-society guidelines, and flags uncertainty where the research is mixed or absent.
Drug class
Used for
Metformin
BiguanideBrand: Glucophage, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet
Metformin works effectively across racial groups. The UKPDS, Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), and subsequent trials found consistent A1C reductions and consistent cardiovascular …
View guideSpironolactone
Aldosterone antagonist (potassium-sparing diuretic)Brand: Aldactone, CaroSpir
Spironolactone has a disproportionately important role in Black patients with resistant hypertension, defined as blood pressure above goal on three drugs at …
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