The 10 Most Prescribed Drugs In The World

There are so many prescribed drugs in the world for a countless number of varying conditions. In fact, many have found themselves questioning if these drugs are actually being over-prescribed by medical professionals or if they are simply just doing their jobs and assisting their patients in coping with their ailments. When one looks at the incredibly large numbers of the top prescribed drugs in the world each year, the numbers are in fact, quite striking.

10. Hydrochlorothiazide

47.8 million is the number of prescriptions of Hydrochlorothiazide that is prescribed to people per year. Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (or water pill) that is used to treat high blood pressure, by way of preventing your body from absorbing too much salt, which then leads to water retention within the body. The medication can be used on its own or in addition to other prescribed medications.

9. Metformin

An Antidiabetic of which is prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes, at least, 48.3 million prescriptions are given to diabetes sufferers each and every year. Metformin is typically sold in its generic form and is often given in addition to insulin for added support. While there is no known risk to women who are pregnant, red flags are certainly raised when the drug is combined with alcohol.