Adenosine Intravenous and Pentasa Rectal

• Generic Name: adenosine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Adenocard, Adenoscan, Adeno-jec, My-O-Den, Myoden

Adenosine injection is used in combination with Thallium-201 as a pharmacologic stress agent for myocardial perfusion scintigraphy in patients unable to undergo adequate exercise stress. Adenosine works by dilating the arteries of the heart and increase blood flow to help identify coronary artery disease.

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

• Generic Name: mesalamine
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Apriso, Asacol HD, Delzicol, Lialda, Pentasa, Canasa, Canasa Pac, Rowasa, SfRowasa

Mesalamine is used to treat an inflammatory bowel disease, such as ulcerative colitis. Mesalamine suppositories are used to treat mild to moderate active ulcerative proctitis (inflammation of the rectum). It works inside the intestines (bowels) to reduce the inflammation and other symptoms of the disease.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.