Adempas Tablets and Protriptyline

• Generic Name: riociguat
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Adempas

Riociguat is used to treat chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) in people who cannot be treated with surgery, or in people who have undergone surgery but still have symptoms. Riociguat can treat certain symptoms of CTEPH and can improve your ability to exercise.

Riociguat is also used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Riociguat can improve your ability to exercise and help prevent PAH from getting worse.

Riociguat is available to women only under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of riociguat.

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

• Generic Name: protriptyline
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Vivactil

Protriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant. Protriptyline affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression.

Protriptyline is used to treat symptoms of depression.

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