Alefacept Intramuscular and Nubain

• Generic Name: alefacept
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Amevive

Alefacept injection is used to treat chronic plaque psoriasis, which is a skin disease with red and white scales that don't go away. Alefacept is given to patients who have used other medicines that did not work well.

Alefacept is an immunosuppressant. It works on the immune system to treat the symptoms of plaque psoriasis.

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

• Generic Name: nalbuphine
• Dosage Forms: Injection
• Other Brand Names: Nubain

Nubain is an opioid pain medication, sometimes called a narcotic.

Nubain is used to treat moderate to severe pain. It is also used for treating pain just after surgery or childbirth.

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