Alectinib and Tusnel C

• Generic Name: alectinib
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Alecensa

Alectinib is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Alectinib is used to treat a certain type of non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.

Alectinib is used only if your cancer has a specific genetic marker (an abnormal "ALK" gene). Your doctor will test you for this gene.

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

• Generic Name: codeine / guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ambifed CD, Biotussin DAC, Cheratussin DAC, Guaifen DAC, Lortuss EX, Maxifed-G CD, Nucofed Pediatric Expectorant, Tricode GF, Tusnel C, Virtussin DAC, Virtussin DAC

Codeine is a narcotic cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Tusnel C is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Tusnel C will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

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