Allfen C and Siltuximab

• Generic Name: carbetapentane / guaifenesin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Allfen C, Allfen CX, Xpect-AT, BetaVent, Oratuss, Pulmari-GP, Certuss, Dynex VR, Carba-XP, AMBI 1000/5, Duratuss CS, Respi-Tann G, Allres-G, Tusso-ZR, Tusso-ZMR, exall, Expectuss

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

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

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

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

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

• Generic Name: siltuximab
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Sylvant

Siltuximab is used to treat Multicentric Castleman's Disease (MCD). MCD is a rare condition in which the body produces too much of a certain type of white blood cell. MCD can increase your risk of certain cancers by changing the way your immune system works.

Siltuximab is not for use in people who have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or human herpesvirus-8.

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