GLORIA J BRELAGE MD
Prescription History 1063681021
Family Medicine in Batesville, IN
What does Dr. Brelage prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Brelage wrote 5,338 Medicare prescriptions for 122 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 381 prescriptions for 87 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Brelage prescribes.
Medications 122 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Indiana prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 381 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (236). Medicare paid $4.84 per fill, versus $8.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 257 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (132). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $5.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 210 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $9.97 per fill, versus $12.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 205 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (178). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $9.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 187 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $4.84 per fill, versus $6.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 184 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $2.78 per fill, versus $3.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 174 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $5.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 138 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $3.23 per fill, versus $4.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 119 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.78 per fill, versus $6.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 108 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1.97 per fill, versus $3.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 98 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 89% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $14.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 94 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $8.71 per fill, versus $9.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 90 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $11.12 per fill, versus $12.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 87 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.74 per fill, versus $7.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 84 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 71% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 81 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $8.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 76 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 78% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $22.06 per fill, versus $19.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 74 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $7.91 per fill, versus $11.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 70 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $4.37 per fill, versus $5.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 60 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $6.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 59 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $9.25 per fill, versus $23.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 59 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $6.47 per fill, versus $8.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 55 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 78% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $4.39 per fill, versus $4.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 55 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.73 per fill, versus $5.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 55 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $5.94 per fill, versus $10.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 53 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $585.92 per fill, versus $840.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 52 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 68% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $14.53 per fill, versus $24.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 49 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 78% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,294.78 per fill, versus $1,314.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 48 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $2.79 per fill, versus $6.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 48 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $9.36 per fill, versus $14.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 47 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $54.88 per fill, versus $37.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 47 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $95.98 per fill, versus $141.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 47 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $8.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 46 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.88 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 44 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $5.32 per fill, versus $10.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 41 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $13.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 40 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $13.27 per fill, versus $10.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 40 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 69% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.73 per fill, versus $10.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 38 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $6.41 per fill, versus $10.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 38 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.07 per fill, versus $5.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 38 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 81% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,248.52 per fill, versus $934.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 37 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $2.38 per fill, versus $4.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 37 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.55 per fill, versus $7.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 36 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $17.92 per fill, versus $19.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 35 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 61% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $3.07 per fill, versus $3.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 34 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 42% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $7.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 34 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $25.10 per fill, versus $23.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 34 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 79% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $759.27 per fill, versus $915.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 32 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 69% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.16 per fill, versus $6.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 31 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 89% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.73 per fill, versus $10.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 31 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 74% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.60 per fill, versus $6.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 30 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $7.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 29 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $11.66 per fill, versus $8.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 28 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $16.50 per fill, versus $12.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 27 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.61 per fill, versus $8.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 27 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.19 per fill, versus $8.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 27 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 27 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $634.77 per fill, versus $1,017.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 27 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.70 per fill, versus $9.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 27 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $66.39 per fill, versus $68.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 26 prescriptions for Ramipril, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.46 per fill, versus $8.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 23 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 65% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.52 per fill, versus $7.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 23 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 74% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $11.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 23 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $26.92 per fill, versus $31.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 23 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $366.10 per fill, versus $330.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 23 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 65% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.27 per fill, versus $9.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 22 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 80% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $15.88 per fill, versus $15.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 22 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 74% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $130.47 per fill, versus $214.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 22 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $58.46 per fill, versus $18.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 21 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.40 per fill, versus $14.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 21 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 71% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $9.07 per fill, versus $14.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 21 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 73% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $2.64 per fill, versus $5.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 21 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 81% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $37.50 per fill, versus $37.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 21 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $24.82 per fill, versus $16.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 20 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 20% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $8.00 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 19 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $10.31 per fill, versus $15.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 19 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 35% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $12.95 per fill, versus $21.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 82% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $3.39 per fill, versus $9.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 19 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 62% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $14.11 per fill, versus $7.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 19 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 30% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $25.39 per fill, versus $28.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 19 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about 65% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,146.16 per fill, versus $686.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 18 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 74% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4.29 per fill, versus $15.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 17 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $27.18 per fill, versus $117.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 16 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 38% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $975.32 per fill, versus $627.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 16 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $33.71 per fill, versus $22.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 15 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $22.35 per fill, versus $15.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 15 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 73% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $44.93 per fill, versus $36.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 15 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 42% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $877.21 per fill, versus $1,311.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 15 prescriptions for Vascepa, about 61% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $405.35 per fill, versus $490.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 14 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $13.13 per fill, versus $21.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 14 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,558.11 per fill, versus $977.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 14 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.89 per fill, versus $52.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 14 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 17% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $8.51 per fill, versus $24.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 13 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $34.89 per fill, versus $22.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $291.76 per fill, versus $126.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $15.11 per fill, versus $12.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Indomethacin is used to relieve pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis, gout, bursitis, and tendonitis.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 13 prescriptions for Indomethacin, about 81% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $10.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 13 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $24.44 per fill, versus $11.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 28% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $18.35 per fill, versus $92.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1.54 per fill, versus $8.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium Er, about 36% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $20.14 per fill, versus $42.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 21% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $104.98 per fill, versus $42.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Naproxen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from various conditions.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Ec-Naproxen, about as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $215.60 per fill, versus $96.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.10 per fill, versus $24.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluvoxamine Maleate, about 39% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $80.48 per fill, versus $36.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 9% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $7.87 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 25% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $29.46 per fill, versus $30.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.56 per fill, versus $12.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 22% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $16.28 per fill, versus $32.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 32% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $51.03 per fill, versus $69.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 38% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.77 per fill, versus $7.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 12 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 31% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $36.23 per fill, versus $23.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 37% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $467.33 per fill, versus $585.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Colestipol Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $118.35 per fill, versus $75.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Entresto, about 18% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $329.48 per fill, versus $1,058.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 36% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $17.13 per fill, versus $44.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Fewer than five Indiana prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
What it is used for
Liothyronine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Liothyronine Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.29 per fill, versus $37.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $3.40 per fill, versus $8.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 34% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $0.43 per fill, versus $7.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $30.93 per fill, versus $39.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Indiana prescribers
Dr. Brelage wrote 11 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical Indiana prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $5.89 per fill, versus $7.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Brelage’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Brelage prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Brelage's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (381), Lisinopril (257) and Omeprazole (210).
How does Dr. Brelage's prescribing compare with other Indiana prescribers?
Of the 121 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Brelage prescribes 15 more often than the typical Indiana prescriber, 32 about as often and 74 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Brelage prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Indiana prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
