Adefovir and Omacetaxine Subcutaneous

• Generic Name: adefovir
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Hepsera

Adefovir is an antiviral medicine that is used to treat chronic hepatitis B in adults and children at least 12 years old. Adefovir is not a cure for chronic hepatitis B.

Adefovir may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: omacetaxine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Synribo

Omacetaxine injection is used to treat chronic or accelerated phase chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). It is used in patients who have already received medicines for CML that did not work well. Leukemia is a type of cancer where the body makes abnormal white blood cells.

Omacetaxine is an antineoplastic (cancer) medicine. It interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed by the body. Since the growth of normal cells may also be affected by omacetaxine, other side effects can occur. Before you begin treatment, talk to your doctor about the benefits of omacetaxine as well as the possible risks of using it.

Omacetaxine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.