Here is a list of the 10 most popular prescriptions in the U.S. for June 2018, according to GoodRx. The list tallies the 10 medications most frequently filled at pharmacies by reviewing a large sample of claims.
1. Lipitor (atorvastatin) is used to treat high cholesterol
2. Synthroid, Levoxyl, Unithroid (levothyroxine) is used to treat thyroid deficiency
3. Prinivil, Zestril (lisinopril) is used to treat high blood pressure
4. Vicodin, Norco, Xodol (hydrocodone, acetaminophen) is used to treat moderate to severe pain
5. Norvasc (amlodipine) is used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain
6. Prilosec (omeprazole) is used to treat ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease
7. Ventolin (albuterol sulfate) used to treat and prevent breathing problems in patients with asthma or other airway diseases
8. Flonase, Cutivate (fluticasone propionate) is used to reduce swelling, redness and allergic reactions
9. Motrin (ibuprofen) is used to treat fever and pain
10. Sterapred, Deltasone (prednisone) is used to treat inflammation of the skin, joints, lungs and other organs